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A Southern California man was involved in a crime where he killed his mother, dismembered her body, and left the remains in a dumpster near their apartment complex in 2022. He has been found not guilty by reason of insanity.

A Southern California man killed and dismembered his mother, subsequently leaving her remains in a dumpster near their apartment complex in 2022. He was ultimately found not guilty by reason of insanity.

Loved ones are appealing to the public for help locating a Southern California man who has been missing for over a year. KC Tard, age 44, was reported missing on February 18, 2025. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Tard was last seen near the 3600 block of Kensley and is considered at-risk.

Authorities identified Paul Ronald Selby, a man who was shot and killed by deputies following an incident where he allegedly fired at tree trimmers near his home. The death occurred during a shootout and standoff after the suspect barricaded himself inside his house.

Southern California is expected to experience much hotter temperatures, potentially reaching 105 degrees due to a building ridge of high pressure this week. Elevated fire weather conditions are also anticipated across the region after a brief cooling trend.

Armed catalytic converter thieves have targeted cars across Southern California, causing fear among residents. Frightened victims are speaking out about the incidents, which typically occur in the middle of the night. The thefts follow a pattern involving suspects stealing parts within minutes, usually with at least one person carrying a firearm standing guard.

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air is accepting nominations for a back-to-school giveaway intended for teachers in Southern California. The donated funds will cover a teacher’s classroom wish list, with nominations accepted through August 23rd. One Southern California teacher is expected to be selected on August 24th.

A Los Angeles federal judge rejected a government attempt to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that immigration raids in Southern California are unlawful and target Latino communities. The residents, workers, and advocacy groups sued the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), accusing agents of performing unconstitutional stop and detention practices tied to arbitrary enforcement quotas.

FedEx and other companies announced layoffs resulting in more than 500 people losing jobs in Southern California. Staples and LAZ Parking are among the affected businesses. Furthermore, two facilities located in Palm Springs and Victorville will close.

A marine heat wave off Southern California is drawing stingrays closer to the shore. As a result, beachgoers are encountering these animals and suffering their lashings.

Three men were found guilty of their roles in a violent kidnapping and robbery of a Southern California businessman. The victim was later abandoned in a remote area. The U.S. Attorney’s Office identified suspects, including Peter Arafiles, Jr., 31, and Shanjeet Brar.

The annual Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak over Southern California on Wednesday night and early Thursday. Under ideal viewing conditions, observers could potentially see 50 to 100 meteors per hour according to NASA, while the American Meteor Society estimates rural viewers may see between 30 and 50 meteors per hour.

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.

The California Credit Union Foundation announced that it will award 10 grants of $500 each to fund classroom projects for Southern California teachers. The program is open to full-time teachers in Los Angeles and Orange counties, as well as active members of California Credit Union. These funds are designed to address academic needs and provide additional educational opportunities for students.

The Trump administration proposed stripping many of Head Start’s regulations to provide more local flexibility. While advocates fear this overhaul could gut essential program features, current providers state that centers are operating as usual and will continue services as designed. The rule is now undergoing a 60-day public comment period for feedback.

Alice Kim left her corporate career in investment banking after six years due to burnout. She realized that her chronic stress stemmed from her own mindset, rather than the demanding industry itself. During an 18-month career break, she discovered surfing and traveling, which helped her recognize how trapped she had been within her finance bubble.

Verizon restored its internet service Sunday night after alleged vandalism damaged fiber lines. The incident caused widespread outages across Southern California, specifically affecting wireless internet in the greater Los Angeles area. A Verizon spokesperson confirmed that service was fully restored around 7:30 p.m.

Powerful swells from Hurricane Genevieve have transformed a popular Southern California beach, stripping away much of its sand and damaging portions of a parking lot. Tamarack State Beach in Carlsbad has been battered by strong surf and high tides, which exposed large rocks along the shoreline and required officials to close the area.

Wildfires have erupted across Southern California due to a stretch of scorching summer weather. Firefighters are actively battling these brush fires amid high temperatures, with expected heat ranging between 90 and 100 degrees.

A man named Felix Valenzuela was driving his wife Theodora Wilson and their three children in a Volkswagen SUV on July 29. They were involved in a crash by a speeding driver while near the intersection of Yucca Loma and Apple Valley in San Bernardino County.

Jeanine John Taele, a U.S. Marine corporal with combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, faces federal firearms charges after allegedly scouting security at Trump National Golf Club ahead of President Trump's Southern California visit.

A hiker in Southern California was bitten by a rattlesnake and airlifted to a hospital for treatment. The incident occurred during a rescue operation, marking another snake-biting event in the region.

A high-pressure ridge has kept Southern California under extreme heat for weeks, but the National Weather Service forecasts it will weaken by Monday. The heat wave is expected to end as the ridge breaks down, bringing relief to the region.

A woman escaped a car as a man used a tractor to crush it during a rage following an argument in Southern California. The incident occurred on Saturday and involved a death-defying escape from the vehicle.

President Trump downplayed a security scare involving the arrest of a heavily armed suspect at a golf course near his Southern California fundraiser. The incident occurred ahead of his scheduled visit to California.

President Trump arrived in Los Angeles for a Southern California visit and will attend a fundraiser at his Trump National Golf Club Tuesday night.

Federal authorities arrested a man carrying ammunition near Trump National Golf Club in LA County. The arrest occurred ahead of the president's Southern California visit, as the man was monitoring security-planning activities.

A Southern California driver rear-ended another car before attacking a female driver and stabbing a passenger in a road rage incident.

A heavily armed man was arrested with weapons and body armor outside Trump National Golf Course in Downey, California, ahead of a visit by Donald Trump to Southern California.

A 23-year-old Stockton native In-N-Out employee and a Southern California native were killed in a mass shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho, along with one other individual.

Two California natives were killed in a mass shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho. A 23-year-old Stockton native In-N-Out employee sent to Twin Falls for training and a Southern California native were among the victims, along with one other individual.

A 23-year-old Stockton native In-N-Out employee and a Southern California native were among three people killed in a mass shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho. The employee had been sent to Twin Falls for training.

Trump is making a rare West Coast trip to Southern California for a fundraising event at his golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes. The event is tied to the RNC and focuses on economic discussions.

Trump is set to make a rare trip to Southern California on Tuesday. He's visiting his golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes for an RNC fundraising event.

Trump is scheduled to visit Southern California for a fundraising event at his golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes. The trip is described as rare and associated with an RNC-related activity.

A major freeway ramp in Southern California is closed during the day this week to construct the world's most expensive wildlife bridge, which has sparked public fury.

Southern California residents may experience a minor cooling break this week, with cooler conditions expected along coasts and coastal valleys, though interior areas will remain hot, according to the National Weather Service.

Southern California is experiencing a dangerous heat wave with triple-digit temperatures and poor air quality. Temperatures in Lancaster and Palm Springs reached 97 and 103 degrees, respectively, by midmorning. Heat alerts are expected to continue through the weekend.

The road leading to Point Dume in Malibu remains closed due to severe beach erosion caused by high surf, as announced by the City of Malibu Public Safety Department during a Southern California heatwave. Westward Beach Road beyond the pay gate of the Point Dume Beach parking lot is shut down, with the closure linked to bluff edge instability.

Linda Blair, known for her role in the 'Exorcist,' had her Southern California property searched by authorities on Friday over a reported 100-dog kennel operation. The incident prompted Blair to speak out publicly.