Here are 5 things you need to know today. If you have an event you'd like us to consider for Five Things, be sure to add it to the events calendar.
1. Today will be partly sunny with a high near 82, according to the National Weather Service.
2. Check out one of the best shows of the season is in our skies with the annual Perseid Meteor Shower at the Upper Las Virgenes Open Space Preserve. Bring a blanket, lie back and see if you can catch a few “shooting stars”. Plus there will be telescopes for viewing the moon, Saturn and other celestial features, as well as star stories to entertain all ages. Meet at the Victory Trailhead entrance at 8 p.m.
3. Don't get stuck in traffic on your drive to work. Plan your commute by clicking onto our live, interactive traffic map. Click here to get started.
4. Looking to adopt a new pet? Check out today's Pet of the Week!
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