February Heatwave: LA is sizzling! Record-breaking temperatures hit the region this week, with LAX reaching 87°F and UCLA hitting 88°F. The surge is 15-20 degrees above seasonal norms, prompting fresh discussions on climate resilience.

Heat Action Plan: In response to the warming trend, the LA County Board of S…Read more

CapRadio Scandal: Former General Manager Jun Reina appeared in court this week facing felony counts of embezzlement and grand theft. His arraignment has been pushed to April 1st as the community continues to react to the alleged $1.3 million misappropriation.

AI Guardrails: Union leaders and tech giants are clashing…Read more

• San José police arrested a 30-year-old man suspected of setting multiple vehicle fires across the city in January — with nearly 20 cars reportedly burned. Authorities continue investigating to see if more incidents are connected to the case.

• The city is also investigating its first homicide of 2026 after a 17-yea…Read more

Oakland has seen a violent kickoff to the year, with five homicides in the first days of 2026, including a triple-fatal shooting on International Blvd. Police continue investigations and arrests as the community reels from the early losses.

🍔 Local Favorite Closes

The beloved Top Dog hot dog restaurant in Oakland…Read more

Recent storms and runoff have prompted bacteria warnings at Laguna Beach, urging residents and visitors to avoid swimming for at least 72 hours while water quality recovers. Stay safe and check updates before heading to the coast!

📚 New Book Shines a Light on Local History

A new investigative book…Read more

A trio of beloved eateries closed their doors:

• The iconic Waterfront Restaurant on the Embarcadero after 56 years.
• Café Jacqueline, famous for its handmade soufflés, shut down after 46 years.
• Historic Alioto’s at Fisherman’s Wharf is being dismantled as plans move forward for a new public…Read more

🟡 Dec 10: The city also approved continuing the use of automated license plate readers (…Read more

📌 Dec 13: ABC7 Spark of Love Toy Drive in Ontario f…Read more

🎄 Merry Gothmas Holiday Market
The 2nd Annual Merry Gothm…Read more

A container ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles caught fire — triggering a shelter-in-place order for nearby communities. The blaze was nearly contained by Saturday afternoon, but authorities continued to assess for possible hazardous‐materials contamination.

The weather brought another heavy Nov…Read more

Tragedy struck in the Del Paso Heights neighborhood: a man was shot on Harris Avenue and later died in hospital. Sacramento police say it appears to be an isolated incident.

In response to rising concerns about local crime and blight, a new “community prosecutor” has been assigned to northern Sacramento — taske…Read more

The brand-new DOCA Festival kicked off in downtown San José’s Discovery Meadow — a holiday light spectacle featuring six magical zones, glowing installations inspired by local children’s drawings, and over 280,000 lights. The festival promises a fun, festive experience running through early January 20…Read more

However, CEO Marc Benioff’s simultaneous comments supporting the deployment of the National Guard in San Francisco generated sharp b…Read more

Weather Alerts & Safety Concerns
A powerful incoming storm system tied to remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla is forecasted to bring h…Read more

Despite financial pressures, the company is reportedly exploring new product lines and pricing strategies to stabilize its business.

#Oakland #BayArea #LocalNews…Read more

🕯️ World Homeless Day Vigil & Service Event
On October 10, the city held a vigil in Waterfront Park to honor San Diegans lost to homelessness, accompanied by free s…Read more

🚨 Police Pursuit on 91 Freeway
A suspect attempted to evade capture in a dramatic chase, weaving through traffic on the 91 Freeway while dodging vehicles.

🔪 Murder-for-Hire Plot Uncovered
Authorities arrested two individuals in a suspected murder-for-hire scheme in Riverside.

📍 Shooting Incident at Riverside Business
A…Read more

💥 Fatal Crash & Kidnapping in Montclair
A dispute culminated in a deadly crash outside a school in Montclair. One person was killed and another was allegedly kidnapped following the incident.

🌍 Seismic Activity Near Big Bear
A magnitude-3.5 earthquake struck near Big Bear, prompting local tremor reports but no major…Read more

🚨 Thousand Oaks Arrest: A 45-year-old man has been arrested on multiple charges — including kidnapping, assault, and rape — after a victim man…Read more

Double shooting under investigation
Local outlets report that Salinas police are…Read more

Deadly crash on 110 Freeway in South L.A.
A traffic collision on the southbound side of the 110 Freeway claimed one life and caused lane closures as first…Read more

District 9 race stirs locally
Scott Hughes, longtime chief of staff to Vice Mayor Pam Foley, has entered the race for San José’s District 9 City Council seat. The district covers parts of southwest San José.

This could shift local representation dynamics depending on incumbent decisions and end…Read more

In an act of emergency coordination,…Read more

Police Chief Floyd Mitchell has announced that he will resign effective December…Read more

Orange County’s Medi-Cal health program (CalOptima) is holding $1.8 billion in reserve funds, drawing scrutiny from state auditors who argue more could be spent on community s…Read more

The University of San Francisco issued a warning after reports emerged of a man wearing Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses who allegedly made inappropriate advances and may have recorded int…Read more

Two young mountain lions, after more than five months of rehabilitation, were released back into San Diego’s wildlands by the Ramona Wildlife C…Read more

Ventura County’s Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a new ordinance to curb catalytic converter theft, aimed at strengthening p…Read more

A bomb threat led to the temporary evacuation of seven Riverside Medical Clinic locations, affecting more than 900 employees and resulting in the cancellation of numerous appointments. The threat was later determined to be unfounded.

A traffic collision involving a Riverside County Sheriff’s deputy in Calimesa resulted in o…Read more

Seventeen individuals were arrested in connection with a series of train burglaries in the Victor Valley area. Authorities recovered over $437,000 in cash and stolen property, along with multiple illegal firearms.

Cleanup operations are continuing in Forest Falls following recent heavy rains that triggered mudslides,…Read more

Chevron…Read more

Enterovirus D68 surges in the Bay Area
Wastewater monitoring shows rising levels of…Read more

Athletics will play in Sacramento area for the next few seasons
After leaving Oakland, the A’s announced t…Read more

Bicyclist fatally struck in East Oakland
A man in his 60s was killed after…Read more

Bicyclist fatally struck in East Oakland
A man in his 60s was killed after…Read more

Sinkhole in Fullerton after water main break
A water main…Read more

Hiring retired officers: To fill staffing shortages, SF will employ 50–100 retired officers for part-time roles in public events, shelters, and transit. Deployment begins this fall.

Sheriff’s Office expansion: 96 deputies were hired in the last fiscal year—the most in a decade—boosting ranks to 705, though…Read more

Bay Area heat wave: Inland temps could reach near 100°F, while coastal San Francisco stays in the 60s–70s thanks to marine layer influence.

Golden Gate Park closures: Concert setups begin late July for Dead & Company (Aug 1–3), Outside Lands (Aug 8–10), and Zach Bryan + Kings of Leon (Aug 15). Expect road closures in key areas such as Middle Drive, JFK Drive, and MLK Jr Drive.

Fillmore Jazz Festival returns: After a last-minute financial turnaroun…Read more

• Wolf Fire (Riverside Co.)

Igniting June 29 near Banning, the Wolf Fire has charred about 2,414 acres and is roughly 30% contained as of July 6.

Evacuation orders have been issued; three firefighters were injured, but no civilian casualties.

• Buck Fire (Riverside Co.)

A small blaze reported July 6 burned abo…Read more

A heat ridge will bring triple‑digit temps across the Inland Empire this week, with San Bernardino and Riverside areas expected to soar in the high 90s to around 110°F mid‑week. Stay cool and hydrated!

Here’s a look at what’s happening this summer on the coast:

Point Mugu Surf Contest – July 26–27, open to public at Naval Base Point Mugu

Tequila & Taco Music Festival – July 19 in Ventura

Hueneme Beach Festival – July 12–13

Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days – July 16–20

Oxnard Concerts by the Sea – Jul…Read more

Ventura Freeway overpass-grade separation: The California State Route 1/Oxnard Boulevard rail crossing project secured $15 million in July 2023 and has now invested over $134 million. Construction began in March 2025, aiming to complete by December 2029.

Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing: This world…Read more

On July 5–6, 2025, a violent altercation occurred at Jackson Camp in unincorporated Santa Paula when a 35-year-old man allegedly stabbed a 27-year-old fellow camper in the chest. Emergency crews, including an air-medical team, responded due to the site’s remote terrain. The victim was airlifted to VCM…Read more

On July 5–6, 2025, a violent altercation occurred at Jackson Camp in unincorporated Santa Paula when a 35-year-old man allegedly stabbed a 27-year-old fellow camper in the chest. Emergency crews, including an air-medical team, responded due to the site’s remote terrain. The victim was airlifted to VCM…Read more

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day by visiting 14 participating bookstores across San Diego. Collect stamps in your literary passport with each $10 purchase and earn prizes like stickers, patches, and tote bags.

San Diego FC has secured 18-year-old defender Oscar Verhoeven on loan from the San Jose Earthquakes for the remainder of the season. The deal includes an option for San Diego to purchase Verhoeven, who has represented the U.S. at the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

The San Diego City Council has approved reducing speed limits to 20 or 25 mph in several high-traffic areas, including North Park, Hillcrest, and Pacific Beach. This initiative aims to enhance pedestrian safety and reduce traffic accidents in designated “Business Activity Districts”.