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An area code, in a vast land where area codes are plentiful, can be a source of pride, of joy, and even a conversation starter. True, many of us frequently move between Southern California's dozens ...

Residents in many corners of Southern California will soon have to add three more digits when making phone calls to those who share their area code. Those with the area codes 562, 626, 949 and 951 ...

LONG BEACH (CBSLA) — Making a phone call? If your phone number starts with 562, 626, 949, or 951, you will have to dial the full 10-digits to make a call, even if you are calling someone within your ...