Southern California News & Breaking Stories

Crazy Town frontman Seth Binzer, known for hit song "Butterfly," struggled with substance abuse but worked towards sobriety before his passing.

Larry Allen's rise from poverty to NFL greatness at Sonoma State highlights the power of merit and opportunity in all fields.

Mexico aims to bounce back in 2024 Copa America after tough losses, facing strong competition in Group B this summer.

Lakers cast a line for big fish Dan Hurley, but missed. Fans hope for assistant coaches Cassell, Borrego, Adelman, or Nori.

Sherri Papini's abduction story was a hoax, leading to her arrest and a guilty plea, with her ex-boyfriend's involvement revealed.

Longtime "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak bids farewell after over four decades, with Ryan Seacrest set to take over.

UFC 302 main event features Makhachev vs. Poirier. Public betting heavily on Poirier, but smart money is on Makhachev.

Mexican female presidential candidates face online attacks ahead of historic election, highlighting the impact of misinformation and misogyny.

Bob Baffert faces challenges at Preakness Stakes after favorite falls ill. Can Imagination step up and secure his ninth win?

Xander Schauffele dominates PGA Championship with historic 62, taking early lead over Finau and Theegala in ideal conditions.

KTLA's Sam Rubin dies at 64 after sudden heart attack. Tributes pour in for beloved entertainment reporter. Heartbreaking loss.

Fire breaks out on Oceanside Pier in San Diego, California. Crews battle blaze as residents report seeing smoke. No injuries reported.

Feds charge interpreter Ippei Mizuhara for stealing $16M from Shohei Ohtani, sharing betting habits. Scandalous details revealed in investigation.

"Fallout TV show premieres tonight on Amazon Prime, with all episodes available for binge-watching. Exciting adaptation of iconic video game series."

Women's NCAA championship game outdraws men's with 18.9 million viewers. Increased exposure and young talent contributing to growth in women's sports.

2024 solar eclipse on April 8 will impact solar energy generation in the U.S., with grid operators preparing for potential losses.

Katie Porter, known for her white board tactics, lost the Senate primary in California, blaming billionaires for rigging the election.

California health department warns against consuming Shamshad Food's jarred products due to potential botulism contamination, leading to serious illness.

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A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Los Angeles, causing no major damage or injuries. It was widely felt in the area.

Rescuers are battling heavy snow to reach a Marine Corps helicopter that crashed in California. The fate of those aboard is unknown.

Southern California hit by historic storm, over 300 mudslides in LA, rare tornado warning in San Diego, no fatalities. Evacuations continue.

Iowa Republicans kick off 2024 election season with first caucuses. Israel, Gaza mark 100 days of war. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll steps down, leaving GM John Schneider in charge of hiring a new coach.

"4.2 magnitude earthquake jolts Southern California, including the High Desert. No damage reported. Felt from Antelope Valley to Coachella Valley."

Massive waves hit Ventura, CA, sweeping 20 people into the water and sending 8 to the hospital. Beaches closed due to danger.

Rams running back Kyren Williams scores touchdown, celebrates by tossing ball to his mom, achieving a major goal in his impressive season.

Greenlane will use Uber Freight data to build its electric and hydrogen vehicle charging network. The plan is to start in 2024.

Former Super Bowl winner Derrick Ward arrested for robbing California businesses. No details released. Still in custody with $250,000 bail.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of California announced his resignation, capping a stunning end to his political career. He will leave by year-end.

The high-stakes Newsom-DeSantis debate turned into name-calling and arguing, with the backdrop of the presidential campaign. Fox News.

Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Charlie Munger has died at 99. He helped Warren Buffett build the company into an investment powerhouse.

Jewish man in his 60s died a day after being injured at a pro-Palestinian rally in Southern California.

Matthew Perry, star of the hit TV show Friends, was buried in a private ceremony with close friends and family. The funeral took place at a cemetery opposite the Friends filming location, paying tribute to Perry's successful career. The service reportedly ended with a rendition of Peter Gabriel's song 'Don't Give Up', which could be seen as a comment on Perry's battle with addiction. Perry's co-stars from Friends released a joint statement expressing their devastation and love for their friend.

Disney California Adventure Park is celebrating Día de los Muertos with Plaza de la Familia, honoring Mexican traditions and offering immersive cultural experiences.

Creep It Real OC will host the Creep It Real Festive holiday-horror edition on Nov. 17-18 in Santa Ana.

Ohio State is ranked No. 1 in the initial College Football Playoff rankings, with Georgia coming in at No. 2.

A fast-moving wildfire in Riverside County has spread to over 2,200 acres and is yet to be contained. Over 4,000 people have been forced to evacuate.

Corey Seager's two-run homer and stellar defensive play helped the Texas Rangers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-1 in Game 3 of the World Series.

Caleb Williams, the Southern California quarterback and reigning Heisman Trophy winner, is a highly sought-after prospect in the 2024 NFL draft. Several struggling teams are vying for the chance to draft him.

The Dallas Cowboys breathed a sigh of relief after a tumultuous week and a hard-fought victory against the Los Angeles Chargers.

"Lessons in Chemistry" premieres on Apple TV+, capturing the clash between societal norms and one woman's pursuit to break free.

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Tens of thousands of healthcare workers have gone on strike at Kaiser Permanente hospitals in four US states over wages and staffing shortages. Picketing began on Wednesday at hospitals in California, Colorado, Oregon, and southwest Washington. The Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions is seeking a 25% raise over four years and a $25-per-hour minimum wage for all workers across the US, while Kaiser has offered a 13%-16% raise over four years and a $23 minimum wage for California workers. The contracts for 75,000 nurses, ER techs, respiratory therapists, dietary workers, and home health aides expired on 30 September.

Paramount Plus Essentials is a cheap alternative for AFC fans to watch the Chargers vs. Raiders game on Sunday.

Ron DeSantis insults University of Florida's football team at California Republican Party event to rally presidential campaign support.

California fast food workers will receive a minimum wage of $20 per hour starting in April 2022, making it one of the highest in the country. The move reflects the power of labor unions and settles a dispute between labor and business groups. The law also establishes a fast food council with the authority to raise the minimum wage annually. The focus now shifts to a separate bill that would raise the minimum wage for healthcare workers to $25 per hour.

USC's football team has scored at least 50 points in each of their first three games for the first time in program history.

USC has scored at least 50 points in each of their first three games, the first time in program history.

The most powerful hurricane of 2023, Jova, is rapidly intensifying in the Pacific Ocean, but fortunately not heading towards the coast. Meanwhile, Hurricane Lee is forming in the Atlantic and poses a threat to several Caribbean islands.