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The search for missing Canadian tourist Elisa Lam, last seen January 31 in Los Angeles, continues, and now the Los Angeles Police Department has released surveillance video of the missing 21-year-old taken inside the hotel where she was staying.

Police in Downey are investigating a suspect who allegedly posed as a spiritual healer in order to sexually assault female clients.

Murder charges have been filed against two Burbank men accused of fatally beating a Glendale man and dumping his body in Angeles National Forest.

During Tuesday's intense showdown between a heavily armed suspect believed to be ex-cop Christopher Jordan Dorner and deputies with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, two deputies were taken down by the gunfire. One survived, while another died of his injuries.

Actor Steve Martin appears to have a new role, and one that's coming a bit late in life. Reportedly Martin, 67, and his wife, Anne Stringfield, 41, welcomed a baby in December, but have kept news of the infant's arrival under wraps.

Vegan sloppy Joes, veggie burgers, vegan sushi, grilled veggie sandwiches, couscous salad with veggies, and hummus and pita plates: No, this isn't the menu at the latest fast-casual vegetarian eatery to open up in Echo Park, it's actually what's on the menu at the concession stand at L.A.'s Staples Center, which has just been named the top Vegetarian-Friendly NBA arena in America.

Thousands of law enforcement personnel, political and community leaders, and California Governor Jerry Brown are all expected to attend funeral services today for Riverside Police Officer Michael Crain.

In tonight's Extra, Extra the homeless population in WeHo is decreasing, one important L.A. restaurant, and bad news for big fans of Honey Boo Boo's mom. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports. You can also find us on Pinterest, Storify, Foursquare, and Instagram (laistpics).

Late Tuesday night, once it was deemed safe for access by authorities, investigators at the scene of a shootout, standoff, and fire at a mountain cabin outside of Big Bear were able to enter the burned-out building where they located charred human remains.

Few current food fads better reflect life in Los Angeles than juicing. With our bounty of readily available fresh and often organic produce, our perennial rep for being body-conscious, and our penchant for shelling out extra bucks for something trendy that can make us feel and look better, it's no wonder that juice bars and juice cleanses are all the rage in L.A. Here are our picks for the best in town.