California couple charged with torturing, killing 14-month-old girl
A Long Beach man and his wife have been charged with torturing and killing his 14-month-old daughter last month, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday. The charges against Alfredo Muñoz Jr., 40, and Kelly Anelalani Muñoz, 34, were filed on Monday, which was Kelly Muñoz’s birthday,...
State Invests in Water Projects to Improve Drinking Water and Supply for Local Residents
California has completed and started construction on eight new water infrastructure projects. Governor Gavin Newsom announced these projects, which will add 2.9 billion gallons of drinking water to the state’s supply each year. The projects aim to update local water systems and address changing weather conditions....
Suspect Arrested in Long Beach After Stealing Over $10,000 in Merchandise from Retail Chain
BARSTOW, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 31-year-old man was arrested in Long Beach after authorities linked him to multiple retail thefts, including one in Barstow where he allegedly stole $1,800 worth of merchandise. Oficers responded to a reported theft on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at approximately 11:19 a.m. The incident...
Firefighters rescue dog, but 2 cats die in Long Beach blaze, LBFD says
Long Beach firefighters saved the life of a dog that was trapped in a burning home Monday afternoon in the Lincoln neighborhood. A spokesperson for the Fire Department said the blaze was reported around 5:30 p.m. in a small residential complex on 10th Street between Walnut and Hofman avenues. When...
Two women were arrested for stealing from a Sephora store in Irvine
On Saturday, police officers at the Spectrum were alerted to two women who had stolen several items from Sephora and then fled from the store, according to the Irvine Police Department. Our Spectrum security and loss prevention partners directed the officers, leading to the arrest of the two women. Officers...
Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center earns national recognition for surgical excellence
DOWNEY – The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) has selected Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center as one of only 76 hospitals nationwide recognized by for delivering commendable outcomes in surgical care in 2024. As part of ACS NSQIP, Downey Medical Center tracks...
Car crash cuts power to hundreds of SoCal Edison customers in Redondo Beach
A traffic collision in Redondo Beach knocked out power to more than 300 Southern California Edison customers on Sunday, according to city officials and the utility company. The crash happened near Ralston Lane and Pruitt Drive, where Redondo Beach alerted residents late Sunday morning to avoid the area due to an...
Elderly woman with dementia has gone missing in Orange
The Orange Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating Romelia Hurtado, an 80-year-old at-risk missing person. She was last seen last night at approximately 6:30 p.m. in the area of E. Almond and S. Solana Dr. If you have seen Romelia or have any information about...
LA braces for Santa Ana winds as gusts trigger weather advisory for West Coast
The National Weather Service warning much of the region will see below average temperatures this week, with high ranging from the low 60s to the high 70s, with the lows dipping into the low 40s and even 30s for some areas
California Pup Hiding In The Bushes Leads Rescuers To A Life-Changing Discovery
The life of stray dogs is sad and uncertain. They yearn for a kind voice or any sign that someone might care enough to stop and help. One small black-and-white dog was one of the many homeless pups who roamed the lonely streets. He found a shelter in a cluster of bushes outside a busy mall in Norwalk, California.
