Scorching Siege: SoCal Set To Sizzle In Triple-Digit Heat Wave
An Extreme Heat Watch covers large parts of Southern California July 14–16, with inland triple-digit highs expected. Officials urge hydration, cooling plans and extra care for workers and vulnerable people.
MediaTek Muscles Into Santa Clara Gateway With 111K-Square-Foot Campus Grab
MediaTek will anchor the former Arista building at Santa Clara Gateway, taking roughly 111,000 square feet and highlighting renewed demand for large Bay Area offices. The deal follows other big campus moves in the South Bay.
Oakland I-580 Death Crash: Pleasant Hill Driver Hit With DUI Manslaughter Rap
A Pleasant Hill woman faces gross vehicular manslaughter charges after a Jan. 3 I‑580 crash in Oakland that killed her passenger; prosecutors say investigators found drugs in the vehicle.
Late-Night Gate Climber Busted Inside Burbank Senior Home
Staff at a Burbank assisted‑living building held an intruder until officers arrived after the man climbed a gate and entered a 70‑year‑old resident's apartment; police arrested a 43‑year‑old on suspicion of residential burglary and elder abuse.
Texas YouTube Star’s Thailand Lake Plunge Ends in Tragedy
Connor Murphy, a Texas‑born fitness influencer, reportedly drowned in a Samut Prakan lake near his rented home. Authorities found vandalism at the property and have ordered forensic testing.
Palisades Village Rises From Wildfire Ruins As Shops Return Aug. 15
Caruso has set Aug. 15 for Palisades Village’s public reopening after a $100M-plus remediation. A mix of returning favorites and new restaurants will anchor the comeback.












