EV charger malfunction sends Huntington Beach garage up in flames
A Huntington Beach garage erupted in flames when an electric vehicle charging system “malfunctioned” over the weekend, fire officials said. “Thanks to the quick response from Huntington Beach Fire, the fire was contained to the garage, preventing further damage,” the Huntington Beach Fire Department posted on...
Cruise Ship Cancels Port Stop and Heading Home Early Due to Engine Trouble
Vacation plans for passengers on board a Norwegian Cruise Line vessel have been changed as the Norwegian Bliss is cutting its trip short due to technical problems. The cruise line has confirmed in a letter that engine trouble is forcing the ship to return to Los Angeles, canceling a scheduled stop in Puerto Vallarta,...
The Fujishige Family: Defying Disney’s Magic – The Untold Story of a California Farmer’s...
Imagine driving to Disneyland along South Harbor Boulevard in the 2000s and encountering a quaint farm stand amid towering hotels and bustling restaurants. This picturesque scene was courtesy of the Fujishige family, who for decades defiantly stood their ground against one of the world’s most powerful...
Western U.S. Weather Alert: Mystery Light Streaks Seen Over Nevada, California and 3 Others...
Reno, NV — A mysterious streak of light lit up the skies across five western states Saturday night, captivating onlookers from California to Nevada with what experts now believe was falling space debris. According to the American Meteor Society, the bright light seen in the night sky was not...
Man admits to killing three in DUI crash amid sand storm in Palm Springs
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) - A 54-year-old man who drove drunk and caused a multi-vehicle crash that killed three people in Palm Springs is slated to be sentenced to state prison next month. Shawn Michael Kirkpatrick on Tuesday admitted three counts of DUI gross vehicular manslaughter, as well as DUI resulting in great...
Teen girl shot to death in unincorporated Riverside County
A 17-year-old girl was shot and killed in the unincorporated area of Mecca in Riverside County early Wednesday morning. The girl, whose identity will not be released, was located by deputies just after 1 a.m. in the 91800 block of Avenue 66, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said in a news release. She had...
Southern California mother found stabbed to death in her apartment
Loved ones are devastated after a Southern California mother was found stabbed to death in her apartment. On March 21, Fontana police responded to a residence at the Orchards Apartment complex in Fontana at around 3 a.m. Rachelle Lopez, a 38-year-old mother of four children, was found fatally stabbed and lying on the...
The Real Treasure Island: The Hidden Gold Rush Ghost Towns of California
California, often synonymous with sun-kissed beaches and bustling cities, harbors a secret world steeped in history and mystery. Beyond the glitz and glamour, nestled within its rugged landscapes, lie forgotten gems of the past – the ghost towns of the Gold Rush era. These towns, once teeming with life and hope, now...
Man Convicted in Multi-State Cocaine Scheme: $340k Trafficked through NJ
NEW JERSEY - A man was convicted on March 18, 2025, for his role in a cocaine distribution conspiracy that stretched from California to New Jersey, according to U.S. Attorney John Giordano.
Suicide attempt victim saved by police and firefighters in coastal O.C.
This morning, police officers responded to a call regarding an attempted suicide, according to the Newport Beach Police Department. Upon arrival, they provided immediate medical aid until the Newport Beach Fire Department arrived and transported the individual to a local hospital. During the incident, officers...