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.
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LIVE: Thousands join No Kings protests across Southern California as nationwide rallies surge
Get live, real-time updates on No Kings protest locations across Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and and Ventura counties.
Caltrans installs new 101 Freeway safety gates ahead of LA 'No Kings' protest
Tens of thousands are expected at the No Kings protest in Los Angeles on March 28, prompting Caltrans to install safety gates on 101 Freeway ramps.
2nd rattlesnake bite death reported in Southern California amid early spring surge
46-year-old Gabriela Bautista died from rattlesnake venom toxicity following a hike in Ventura County, officials said.
No Kings 2026: Full list of protest locations, times across Southern California
Get the full list of "No Kings" protest locations and times across Southern California for the historic March 28 nationwide day of action.
FIFA World Cup 2026 last-minute ticket sales set to begin April 1
Unlike previous lottery-based rounds, this phase operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
OC towing company sued by DOJ over alleged illegal auctions of Camp Pendleton military vehicles
The Justice Department is suing San Clemente-based S&K Towing for allegedly violating the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act by illegally selling 148 vehicles owned by active duty military at Camp Pendleton.
US Army raises enlistment age to 42, drops marijuana waiver rule in major 2026 overhaul
The U.S. Army officially raised its maximum military enlistment age to 42, aligning with the Air Force and Space Force. Discover the updated 2026 age limits for every branch, including the Navy and Marine Corps.
Mega Millions ticket worth $3.6 million sold in California
A Mega Millions ticket sold in Torrance matched five numbers to win a grand prize of over $3.6 million.
Federal agents find man hidden in gas tank at US-Mexico border
Federal agents at the San Ysidro Port of Entry found a man hidden inside a modified gas tank and arrested the 20-year-old driver of the vehicle for the alleged smuggling attempt.
Southern California town that rejected In-N-Out sees famous burger chain return for second try
If approved, the new location would fill a 70-mile gap between Santa Maria and Goleta on the 101 Freeway, a high-traffic corridor for coastal commuters.