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Over 100 arrested in Southern California drug bust operation
Over 100 people were arrested during a massive drug bust operation in Southern California. The undercover bust targeted the Magnolia Avenue corridor, between Van Buren Boulevard and Pierce Street in Riverside, according to the Riverside Police Department. The multi-day effort, called “Operation Street Sweeper,” stemmed from “increased criminal activity and complaints from community members and […]
Bloody spear found at grisly double homicide in Southern California
An investigation is underway after a gruesome scene in which two people were found dead in a storage facility, a third person was rushed to the hospital and a bloody medieval-style spear was discovered Thursday in Santa Ana, authorities confirmed to KTLA. Officers with the Santa Ana Police Department responded to a disturbance call […]
Fiery family dispute in Southern California prompts SWAT response
A man reportedly suffering from a mental health crisis, who was allegedly armed with a gun, has been taken into custody after a domestic disturbance led to a home in the Los Angeles County neighborhood of Lynwood being fully engulfed in flames. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Century Station responded to reports […]
4.1 magnitude quake hits Southern California
A moderate earthquake struck Orange County Wednesday afternoon, with shaking felt in multiple areas around Southern California. The temblor had a preliminary magnitude of 4.1, though it was initially reported at 4.3, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake struck at 1:49 p.m. at a depth of nearly a mile and was centered […]
A Brief History of the Red Kettle, a Classic Diner in Idyllwild
With its quaint shops, downtown Idyllwild invites strolling and browsing after a bite. It’s arguably the most iconic scene in Idyllwild: a small, old-fashioned diner with a red-trimmed roof perched against a dramatic mountain backdrop dotted with towering pine trees. The look is instantly cozy and inviting, which makes Red Kettle an irresistible stop for visitors to this community nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains.
Couple devastated after ponies found murdered at Southern California ranch
A Southern California couple is devastated after waking up to discover their beloved miniature ponies were shot to death. Fernando Ibarra, 53, owns a ranch in Reche Canyon, nestled in the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountains in Riverside County. His two miniature ponies — Brownie and Trigger — were his pride and joy. The […]
Conception captain gets 4 years in prison
The captain of a Southern California dive ship that sank in 2019, killing 34 people, has been sentenced to four years in prison. Jerry Nehl Boylan, 70, of Santa Barbara, was captain of the Conception, a 75-foot wood and fiberglass ship, according to a release from the U.S. Department of Justice. The Conception sank near […]
San Diego's Weather Forecast for May 2, 2024: Sunny and warm through Saturday afternoon
Foggy mornings followed by sunny and warm days will remain the pattern through Saturday before noticeable changes on Saturday night. A low-pressure system brewing off British Columbia is aiming for the Pacific Northwest, bringing more rain and snow to the northern West Coast. On Saturday night, that system will amplify onshore flow for Southern California.
4 SoCal nominees recognized as California Classified School Employees of the Year
California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond is honoring nine outstanding school employees – including four from SoCal – for their dedication to public school students. The annual Classified School Employees of the Year program honors outstanding employees in the following categories: A total of 134 nominations were submitted statewide, education officials said in […]
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