Rancho Cucamonga
Coverage of Rancho Cucamonga in the Nexus archive.
- 12-year-old Southern California girl defies the odds after recovering from spinal injury
A 12-year-old girl from Southern California, Morgan Lopez, suffered a spinal injury and was previously told she might be paralyzed. She has defied expectations by recovering and walking out of the hospital on her own. Morgan is an advanced acro-dancer who is passionate about dance.
- Beloved Rancho Cucamonga preschool teacher killed in Mt. Baldy Road crash
Korrina Lopez, a 22-year-old preschool teacher from Rancho Cucamonga, was killed in a crash on Mt. Baldy Road on July 17. Her family remembers her as a devoted daughter, loving sister, and compassionate caregiver.
- Fire extinguisher used to vandalize Inland Empire preschool, teen cited
A 17-year-old Inland Empire boy was arrested after using a fire extinguisher to vandalize Olive Tree Day School in Rancho Cucamonga. Deputies responded to the preschool on July 11 following a vandalism report.
- Elderly Southern California couple terrorized by pack of coyotes living under their home
An elderly couple in Rancho Cucamonga reports being terrorized by a pack of coyotes living under their home. The coyotes have caused damage and the couple claims they are not receiving adequate assistance to remove them. Laura Conrad estimates the coyotes have been present for three to four weeks.
- Fireworks crew begins night patrols in this Inland Empire city
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District has initiated evening patrols to monitor illegal fireworks activity in the city. Officials warn residents against setting off fireworks and emphasize enforcement efforts.
- Transient man dies weeks after assault in Rancho Cucamonga Best Buy parking lot
A transient man died weeks after being assaulted in a Best Buy parking lot in Rancho Cucamonga on May 6. A suspect was arrested in connection to the incident, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
- US Mortgage Rates Rose to Almost Two-Month High in Latest Week
US mortgage rates rose to almost a two-month high, increasing borrowing costs and potentially stalling spring home sales. This is the second straight week of rising mortgage rates. The increase may impact the real estate market.
- VIDEO: Thief steals classic Volkswagen Beetle from Southern California auto restorer
A classic Volkswagen Beetle was stolen from Wagenmasters Inc., a Southern California auto restoration business, and the company is seeking public help to track it down. The theft occurred at their location along East 8th Street in Rancho Cucamonga. A video of the incident has been posted on social media.
- Feds enter hunt for missing California grandpa linked to crypto fortune
The FBI and San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the disappearance of 74-year-old Nai Ping Hou, a California grandfather linked to cryptocurrency wealth, as authorities suspect kidnapping and fraud. Hou’s bank accounts were drained of over $1 million through unauthorized transactions, including gold and crypto purchases, before his disappearance in March 2025.
- Feds join search for Southern California granddad tied to crypto fortune
Federal agents are assisting in the search for 74-year-old Naiping Hou of Rancho Cucamonga, who was reported missing on May 4, 2024. His son, Wen Hou, is a high-profile cryptocurrency investor, linking the case to the crypto industry.
- Woman gets 6 years in prison for fentanyl overdose death of 10-year-old boy
A Southern California woman was sentenced to six years in prison for her role in the fentanyl overdose death of a 10-year-old boy. The incident occurred in Rancho Cucamonga in December 2024, as reported by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
- Man charged with arson after fires are set inside Ontario Mills mall
A man from Rancho Cucamonga was arrested after setting multiple fires inside stores at the Ontario Mills mall. Officials confirmed the incident and the subsequent charges of arson.