1. In 1948, the first Donut Hole shop opened in La Puente, California. It was founded by Russ Wendell, who invented the world famous "Donut Hole" machine that created the famous sweet treat.

2. In 1967, California Governor Ronald Reagan signed the Therapeutic Abortion Act, allowing abortions for medical reasons. This act helped paved the way for the landmark Supreme Court decision of Roe v. Wade in 1973.

3. In 1971, the iconic rock band The Doors released their album L.A. Woman, which featured hits such as "Riders on the Storm" and "Love Her Madly". The album was recorded at the Doors' own studio in Los Angeles and was their last album before the death of lead singer Jim Morrison.

4. In 1994, the infamous O.J. Simpson white Bronco chase occurred on the freeways of Los Angeles. The former football player and actor was accused of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. The chase was broadcast live on television and is still remembered as one of the most controversial moments in modern American history.

5. In 2010, the San Francisco Giants baseball team held their first-ever LGBT Night, becoming the first major professional sports team to do so. The event was held to show support and solidarity for the LGBT community, and has since become an annual tradition for the team.