Stardust Racers update: Epic Universe coaster prepared to open. What we know.

Universal Orlando is prepared to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, slightly more than two weeks after the death of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.

New car down payments hit 4-year low as buyers struggle with affordability challenges

Car shoppers are facing affordability challenges in the market for new vehicles despite average down payments dipping to nearly the lowest level in four years, according to a new report.

Actor Tyrese Gibson arrested in Fulton County for cruelty to animals

Actor and singer Tyrese Gibson was arrested and booked into the Fulton County Jail early Friday on a misdemeanor charge of cruelty to animals.

El Segundo mayor speaks out following refinery fire
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Mayor Chris Pimentel says there are no more visible flames but firefighters are still standing by as a precaution.

World's biggest bounce house coming to SoCal
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The Big Bounce America (BBA) has announced its 2025 North American tour, with a stop at Centennial Park in JJurupa Valley from Friday, Oct. 17 through Sunday, Oct. 19.

ICE tracking app removed from Apple App Store

Apple has removed ICEBlock, a controversial app used to track ICE activities, from its App Store. The removal follows a deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas where the alleged gunman reportedly looked up tracking apps ahead of the shooting.

Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands

Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.

Massive fire erupts at Chevron's El Segundo refinery
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Officials said the fire is contained as flames continue to be seen from the Chevron facility in Los Angeles' South Bay region.

Chevron refinery erupts in flames
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The Chevron refinery in El Segundo went up in flames Thursday night. Several witnesses say they heard a loud bang then saw red flames in the air.

Private investigator discusses Celeste Rivas case
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A private investigator talks about what he thinks might have happened to Celeste Rivas Hernandez days leading up to her death.

Van Nuys police chase ends in crash
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A pursuit driver was pulled from his vehicle after it flipped over during a chase in Van Nuys.

Tow truck bandits targeting crash victims
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Scammers posing as tow truck drivers are preying on accident victims, leaving one man with thousands of dollars in bogus fees.

Latino community continues Art Laboe's legacy through radio
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Art Laboe was on the radio for seven decades in California, becoming a stable among Hispanic families. Now that show lives on with a Hispanic host.