Torrance
Coverage of Torrance in the Nexus archive.
- Gunfire erupts in residential alleyway in Torrance, 1 person detained
Gunfire erupted in a residential alleyway in Torrance, resulting in one person being detained. Surveillance footage shows two men in the alley, with one appearing to hold a gun.
- Unplanned flaring at Torrance Refining Company prompts firefighter response
Firefighters responded to an unplanned flaring incident at Torrance Refining Company on Wednesday morning. The refinery reported the event via X, and fire officials confirmed no off-site impacts.
- Burned-out house sold for over $1M is miserable example of California's housing market
A burned-out house in Torrance, California was sold for over $1M, highlighting the state's outrageous housing prices. The 1,140-square-foot property was uninhabitable after a fire in 2024. The sale has added to concerns about California's housing market.
- Nordstrom Rack expands in Southern California with new stores
Nordstrom Rack is expanding in Southern California with new stores in Marina del Rey and Torrance, set to open in 2027, following a boom in bargain outlets in the state. The expansion is part of the Seattle-based fashion retailer's growth plans. This move indicates a strategic push into the Southern California market.
- Trump assassination suspect Cole Allen's attorney wants him taken off suicide watch
A federal public defender filed a motion to remove suicide precautions for Cole Tomas Allen, who is jailed for allegedly attempting to kill President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
- Cole Tomas Allen, Torrance man accused of trying to kill Trump at press gala, to remain jailed until trial
Cole Tomas Allen, a Torrance man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a press gala, agreed to remain jailed until his trial during a federal court hearing in Washington. He faces charges related to the alleged assassination attempt.
- Torrance man charged with attempt to assassinate Trump; records detail alleged 'manifesto'
A Torrance man has been charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump and other Trump administration officials. The suspect is linked to a shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner and an alleged manifesto detailing his plans.
- More details emerge on correspondents' dinner shooting suspect, "manifesto" to family
New details have surfaced regarding the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and a 'manifesto' sent to his family. CBS News reporter Carter Evans provided updates from Torrance, California.
- White House press dinner shooting suspect to face criminal charges
The suspected shooter at the White House correspondents’ dinner, Cole Tomas Allen, faces federal charges including assault of a federal officer and attempting to kill a federal officer. Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, is expected to appear in court.
- Neighbor of suspected White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter says his parents are 'very solid'
Cole Tomas Allen of Torrance is the suspected shooter at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C. A neighbor described Allen’s parents as 'very solid.' The incident occurred at the Washington Hilton during a black-tie gala.
- Suspected gunman at White House press dinner named
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, California, was identified as the suspected gunman arrested at the White House correspondents’ dinner in Washington DC. He has no criminal record in Los Angeles County.
- What we know about the suspect in shooting at White House press dinner
The suspect in the shooting at the White House press dinner has been identified by law enforcement sources to CBS News as 31-year-old Cole Allen from Torrance, California.
- What we know about Cole Tomas Allen, Torrance teacher suspected in WHCD shooting
Cole Tomas Allen, a Torrance teacher, is suspected in the White House Correspondents' Assn. dinner shooting. President Trump mentioned the suspect was from California, and law enforcement identified him as a CalTech graduate.
- Hospital officials need help identifying female patient found in Torrance
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center officials are seeking public help to identify an unidentified female patient hospitalized since April 8. The woman was found near Carson Street and Normandie Avenue in Torrance and is believed to be unhoused, though she reported possible ties to Lake Milton, Ohio.
- Torrance man faces attempted murder charge in Long Beach police officer stabbing
A Torrance man is facing an attempted murder charge after allegedly stabbing a Long Beach police officer during a confrontation. The suspect was arrested with assistance from federal air marshals.