Nic Garcia
Nic Garcia is an Emmy award-winning journalist who joined the FOX11 news team in July 2025.
Nic grew up in Riverside and is happy to be back in the Southland. He previously worked as an anchor and reporter in Fresno. Prior to that, Nic worked in El Paso, Texas and Western Montana. He has covered crime, mass shootings, wildfires, elections and presidential visits.
Nic is a proud graduate of California State University, Fullerton where he studied Broadcast Journalism and minored in Political Science. He is also an active member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ).
When he's not bringing you the news, you can find Nic cooking - or eating! He also enjoys trying new coffee shops, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.
The latest from Nic Garcia
Angel City FC players named 'Women of the Year'
Angel City FC was named one of USA Today’s 2026 Women of the Year for its impact on the community and women’s sports.
Pomona College students hold town hall meeting to address alleged racism
Pomona College students say racism is running rampant on their campus and claim the administration has not done enough to stop it.
Belmont Shore residents demand action over 'spring break'-style bar violence
Long Beach residents in Belmont Shore are pushing for new alcohol enforcement laws following a rise in drunken violence and hit-and-run accidents near Second Street bars.
Dolores Huerta exhibit coincidentally opening on same week as stunning abuse allegations
A preplanned exhibit honoring Dolores Huerta at Plaza de la Raza opens this week, with Huerta expected to attend Saturday.
Senior living community volunteer accused of raping woman with dementia
A Los Angeles County woman alleges that a volunteer at her mother’s senior living facility sexually assaulted her mother, who has dementia, with the incident captured on in-room cameras.
Pomona College students raise concerns over alleged racist incidents on campus
Students at Pomona College say multiple racist incidents have occurred on campus, including allegations involving athletes and a faculty member using the "N-word."
'Surreal' security footage captures young bear rummaging through Claremont kitchen
A young bear broke into a Claremont home through an open kitchen window, leaving a mess for homeowner Anju Kapoor to find.
Rattlesnake encounters increase as warmer weather brings more snakes to surface
Rattlesnake encounters are increasing across Southern California as warmer-than-normal weather brings more snakes to the surface, according to a local snake removal expert.
Rats chewing through car wiring, causing thousands in damages
Rodents are chewing through soy-based car wiring, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
Riverside Police Department planning to fire 3 officers for having "disabled veteran" license plates
Three officers have filed a discrimination lawsuit against the Riverside Police Department after they were told they were being fired for having disabled veteran license plates on their personal cars.