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The reality of autumn in Southern California is more hot and dry “fire season” than pumpkin-spiced sweater weather, but one beloved tradition of the season remains. You can still enjoy a day of apple ...

The span that stretches from Labor Day Weekend to the Sunday that follows Thanksgiving is a lengthy one, filling out around a full fourth of the year. Stream Los Angeles News for free, 24/7, wherever ...