Historic March heat wave hits Southern California: Records broken as cooling centers open
A dangerous March heat wave is breaking records across Southern California, prompting officials to open cooling centers and issue extreme heat warnings through Friday.
A dangerous March heat wave is breaking records across Southern California, prompting officials to open cooling centers and issue extreme heat warnings through Friday.
Heat wave could push parts of Southern California into triple digits this week
Southern California is expected to see a significant heat surge this week, with temperatures climbing well above normal just days before the official start of spring.
Southern California is expected to see a significant heat surge this week, with temperatures climbing well above normal just days before the official start of spring.
SuperLotto Plus ticket worth $10 million sold in California
A SuperLotto Plus ticket worth $10 million was sold in California.
A SuperLotto Plus ticket worth $10 million was sold in California.
'Dangerous' historic March heat wave to blast SoCal with triple-digit temps: What to know
The National Weather Service is warning of a record-breaking March heat wave with temperatures hitting 102 degrees, posing significant health risks.
The National Weather Service is warning of a record-breaking March heat wave with temperatures hitting 102 degrees, posing significant health risks.
Southern California gas prices surge to $5.56 as regional averages hit 2023 high
A county-by-county breakdown of Southern California gas prices as Los Angeles and Orange County reach their highest levels since 2023.
A county-by-county breakdown of Southern California gas prices as Los Angeles and Orange County reach their highest levels since 2023.
Wife of OC Mexican Mafia boss sentenced in racketeering case
Brenda Vanessa Campos Martinez was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for drug conspiracy and racketeering linked to the Orange County Mexican Mafia.
Brenda Vanessa Campos Martinez was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for drug conspiracy and racketeering linked to the Orange County Mexican Mafia.
25-year-old OC man dies after rattlesnake bite
25-year-old Julian Hernandez died on March 4, about a month after being bitten by a rattlesnake while mountain biking at the Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine.
25-year-old Julian Hernandez died on March 4, about a month after being bitten by a rattlesnake while mountain biking at the Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine.
Disneyland swatting hoax: Anaheim police investigating false mass shooting report
Anaheim police are investigating a swatting hoax at Disneyland involving false reports of a mass shooting and bomb threats amid heightened FBI security warnings.
Anaheim police are investigating a swatting hoax at Disneyland involving false reports of a mass shooting and bomb threats amid heightened FBI security warnings.
OC rideshare driver accused of sexually assaulting passenger; police seek more victims
Felipe Rico-Ceballos, 43, was arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a passenger in Costa Mesa. Police are now searching for additional potential victims.
Felipe Rico-Ceballos, 43, was arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a passenger in Costa Mesa. Police are now searching for additional potential victims.
FBI warns California of possible Iranian drone attack
An FBI bulletin reportedly warns that Iran aspired to launch a surprise drone attack against California targets from a vessel at sea following U.S.-Israeli military strikes.
An FBI bulletin reportedly warns that Iran aspired to launch a surprise drone attack against California targets from a vessel at sea following U.S.-Israeli military strikes.
Southern California gas prices surge to highest levels since early 2024: See a county-by-county breakdown
Southern California gas prices have hit two-year highs in March 2026, with Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside counties seeing surges due to Middle East tensions and refinery closures.
Southern California gas prices have hit two-year highs in March 2026, with Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside counties seeing surges due to Middle East tensions and refinery closures.
Disneyland hazmat scare sends 7 to hospital
A hazmat scare at Disneyland sent seven of its cast members to the hospital for reported dizziness.
A hazmat scare at Disneyland sent seven of its cast members to the hospital for reported dizziness.
Disneyland hazmat situation sends 7 cast members to the hospital
Seven cast members were taken to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
Seven cast members were taken to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
Record-breaking winter heat wave to blast Southern California: What to know
Southern California faces a record-breaking winter heat wave with temperatures surging 20 to 30 degrees above seasonal norms, bringing high risks for millions of residents through Friday.
Southern California faces a record-breaking winter heat wave with temperatures surging 20 to 30 degrees above seasonal norms, bringing high risks for millions of residents through Friday.
OC sheriff's deputy fatally shot fiancée at close range, prosecutors allege
Orange County sheriff's deputy Aimee Alexis Hidalgo allegedly shot her fiancée Brittany Shaw nine times, including a close-range head wound, in their Tustin apartment just moths before their planned wedding.
Orange County sheriff's deputy Aimee Alexis Hidalgo allegedly shot her fiancée Brittany Shaw nine times, including a close-range head wound, in their Tustin apartment just moths before their planned wedding.
Sugar, the surfing dog battling cancer
A surfing therapy dog named Sugar has inspired thousands with her skills on the waves. But now, the local celebrity pup is looking for help from the community as Sugar battles cancer.
A surfing therapy dog named Sugar has inspired thousands with her skills on the waves. But now, the local celebrity pup is looking for help from the community as Sugar battles cancer.
OC extends candidate filing deadline for three primary offices
Orange County officials have extended the June primary filing deadline to Wednesday for the 38th Congressional and 68th/72nd Assembly districts.
Orange County officials have extended the June primary filing deadline to Wednesday for the 38th Congressional and 68th/72nd Assembly districts.
Southern California gas prices skyrocket to record levels amid Middle East war
Experts warn of an "extreme deficit" as shipping remains bottled up in the Strait of Hormuz.
Experts warn of an "extreme deficit" as shipping remains bottled up in the Strait of Hormuz.
'More committed to murder than fatherhood': Man sentenced for death threats targeting OC family law judge
Byrom Zuniga Sanchez received a seven-year federal prison sentence for sending assassination threats to an Orange County Superior Court judge and law enforcement who presided over his family law case.
Byrom Zuniga Sanchez received a seven-year federal prison sentence for sending assassination threats to an Orange County Superior Court judge and law enforcement who presided over his family law case.
Fullerton family sues Union Pacific over 'dangerous' abandoned rail line
A Fullerton family filed a lawsuit against Union Pacific, alleging an abandoned rail line has caused fires and home burglaries over a six-year period.
A Fullerton family filed a lawsuit against Union Pacific, alleging an abandoned rail line has caused fires and home burglaries over a six-year period.