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New wildfires start as crews gain containment on existing ones in Northern California
California's wildfire season has been aggressive this year, with over 145,000 acres burned so far, and several major fires are burning in Northern California, including the Thompson Fire, French Fire, and Basin Fire.
Mountain lion struck and killed by car on 405 Freeway
A mountain lion was struck and killed on northbound lanes of the 405 Freeway on Thursday. It's unclear exactly when the crash occurred and what kind of vehicle struck the big cat, but a single orange cone could be seen lying next to the body in the center divider of the freeway in the Sepulveda Pass. Officials with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife were said to be heading to the area to pick up the mountain lion's body, according to the California Highway Patrol. Once they retrieve the body and run tests they will be able to determine if the big cat was tagged, according to Beth Pratt, the Regional Executive Director of the California National Wildlife Federation. This is a developing story. Check back for details.
Undrafted out of Iowa, Johnston's Jack Dreyer is on the cusp of the major leagues
When Jack Dreyer signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in August of 2021, the former Johnston High School and University of Iowa baseball player got the opportunity he was looking for − and a new nickname. "UFDA." It’s an abbreviation for undrafted free agent. All the players in the Dodgers organization who...
Fontana: Utilizing Brake Safety Day results
Here’s some good news: During the recent unannounced Brake Safety Day, 88% of the vehicles targeted passed inspection. Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance inspectors conducted 4,898 inspections that day, with 4,328 vehicles passing the inspection and only 570 vehicles taken out of service. Even so, 570 vehicles were still found...
U.S. Navy proposes new unmanned vessel training and testing facilities at Port Hueneme
The U.S. Navy has prepared a draft Environmental Assessment for the community to review as part of a proposal to create training and testing facilities for unmanned undersea vehicles and unmanned surface vessels at Naval Base Ventura County. The post U.S. Navy proposes new unmanned vessel training and testing facilities at Port Hueneme appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Woman found dead inside car covered in bullet holes in South Los Angeles
An investigation is underway after a woman was found shot to death inside of a car riddled with bullet holes in South Los Angeles earlier this week.The shooting happened at around 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2 near the Vermont Avenue exit of the 105 Freeway, according to a statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. "It was initially unclear whether the vehicle belonged to the suspect or the victim," the LASD release said. "From the patrol car, the Deputy requested assistance from South Los Angeles Sheriff's Station and the Los Angeles County Fire Department."They arrived and found the woman,...
Cops, suspect trade bullets in wild chase across Anaheim; suspect arrested
ANAHEIM, Calif. - Police in Anaheim arrested a man after a wild chase across the city during which the driver and officers exchanged gunfire multiple times, and amazingly, no one was injured. It happened around 4 a.m. Friday, according to the Anaheim Police Department. An officer said they saw a...
Brush fire in Dana Point damages restaurant
Fire crews quickly stopped the spread of a brush fire that broke out in a hillside community of Dana Point Friday, the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) said. The vegetation fire burned about a quarter acre before firefighters, who had to battle the flames in the steep terrain of the Baby Beach area, put it out quickly, an official with the OCFA said.
UPDATE: Forward Progress Halted On The Plenty Fire In Saugus
UPDATE: Forward progress of the Plenty Fire in Saugus has been halted at just over 75 acres. The brush Fire, dubbed the Plenty Fire, was first reported around 3:50 p.m. Friday, near Copper Hill Drive and Haskel Canyon, according to Los Angeles County Fire Department officials. UPDATE (6:30 pm): The Plenty Fire is at 76.6 ...
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