Altadena Rebuild Stalls Amid Immigration Raids Following Deadly Eaton Fires
Immigration enforcement activity is having unexpected consequences in Altadena, where rebuilding efforts after the deadly Eaton fires have come to a halt.Margo Stuber was the first homeowner in Altadena to clear fire debris from her Palm Street property after the disaster. With the help of architect Trinidad...
Prop 36 Is Triggering an Arrest Surge in California, Hitting Black Communities Hard
Six months after California’s Prop 36 took effect, early data shows a rise in arrests — with the law disproportionately affecting Black communities in some parts of the state. Also known as the “Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act,” the measure was overwhelmingly passed by voters in...
Irvine Tops Southern California Cities for Renters
Irvine ranks as the top city for renters in Southern California, excelling in affordability and livability, according to WalletHub. Huntington Beach and San Diego follow, while San Bernardino ranks the lowest.
DAILY MEMO: Agents Run a Minivan Off the Road in Montebello and More
Memo Torres breaks down ICE-related news in Southern California today. Below, you'll find links and references to everything discussed in the video, allowing you to take a closer look at each topic. ICE RAIDS. Pasadena no sleepers harassed by PD. Santa Ana Checking buses. Euclid and La Palma Car Wash...
Westminster suing former police officer accused of stealing $600K in workers’ compensation
The city of Westminster is suing a former police officer who investigators say stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in workers' compensation and pretended to be disabled.
12 pelicans released at Huntington Beach following recovery from domoic acid poisoning
Twelve brown pelicans that recovered from domoic acid poisoning were released at Huntington Beach on Wednesday morning. Jarrett Davey with the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center said this year’s outbreak was one of the worst ever.
The Massive Thrift Store In California That Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
Tucked away in Tustin, California sits a secondhand paradise that has bargain hunters and treasure seekers plotting road trips from across the Golden State – the legendary 2nd Time Store. The moment you approach the stone-faced building with its cheerful yellow awnings, you realize this isn’t your average thrift...
2025 Surf City USA® Foodie Awards: Best Treat
2025 Surf City USA® Foodie Awards Best Treat Winner: Handel's Homemade Ice Cream. On a warm, sunny day (and in Huntington Beach, there are many!), nothing hits like a scoop of frozen, creamy deliciousness piled high on a cone. Paired with a stroll along the pier, it’s hard to find a more ideal beach treat. And...
The Wedge Shows Its Teeth as BEEFS T.V. Publishes Best Carnage and Glory Compilation
There are better waves than The Wedge and there are bigger waves than The Wedge, but there are few that can best it in terms of sheer insanity. Heavy, shallow, and nearly unrideable, the Orange County spot holds a special place in the pantheon of surf breaks: America’s most dangerous novelty wave. Of course, that […]
California nail salon owners say AB5 changes target Vietnamese workers
California’s landmark labor law aims to make nail salon workers, predominantly Vietnamese women, full employees rather than contractors in an industry known for labor violations.