Alexa Mae Asperin
Alexa joined the FOX 11 Digital Team in March 2022. Born and raised in Ventura County, she is happy to be home covering local issues and topics. Before returning to Southern California, Alexa reported in the Bay Area and Southern Colorado. She received her master’s degree in journalism from New York University and attended St. John’s University, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and criminal justice. Her work has appeared on ABC News, CBS News, Yahoo News, and in the New York Times. She lives in Los Angeles.
The latest from Alexa Mae Asperin
California will pay you $400 to test a gas tax alternative
California is looking to pay 800 volunteers statewide up to $400 each to participate in a pilot program that would replace the gas tax.
Human trafficking victim rescued in Ventura County after texting 911
An investigation revealed the victim was trafficked about two months ago from Mexico to Ventura County. A suspect, Gerardo Cruz, has been arrested.
USPS mail carriers robbed in Baldwin Park
Ruben Baca Lopez is wanted in connection with the robberies of two USPS mail carriers in Baldwin Park.
Homeless man dragged runner by her hair on Santa Monica beach path, police say
Malcolm Jimmy Ward Jr. allegedly grabbed the woman's ponytail from behind, knocked her to the ground, and dragged her several feet to the restrooms before witnesses intervened, police said.
California DMV opening first 'Express' office
The Express office will offer limited DMV services, including accepting applications for original ID cards, and driver's license written exam tests.
8 teens hospitalized after ingesting 'cannabis edibles' on field trip to La Brea Tar Pits
The students were taken to local hospitals in "fair condition," the LAFD said.
Hot Ones wing delivery now available in LA
Hot Ones, the hit series from “First We Feast,” is giving LA fans a chance to taste their famous wings and hot sauces.
California sees uptick in minimum wage violations
Last year alone, there was a 56% increase in violations, affecting nearly 1.5 million workers across California's four major metro areas - Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and San Jose.
15 charged in Southern California insurance fraud ring
The San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office charged all 15 suspects - including a CHP employee - with insurance fraud, grand theft by trick and false imprisonment.
This California region is experiencing a population boom
For the first time since 2020, California has experienced positive population growth in 2023, according to the latest data from the California Department of Finance. But one region in particular is outpacing the others by a large lead.