California expanded its Beverage Container Recycling Program to include wine and liquor bottles, offering monetary incentives for various sized containers.

Firefighters quickly contained a fire at Rory's restaurant in Ojai, preventing it from spreading to the adjacent historic theater, with no reported injuries.

A Lancaster man, Matthew Switalski, is charged with the murder and arson of 27-year-old Veronica Aguilar, whose body was found in a burned car at his residence.

Ex-LAPD officer Salvador Sanchez's trial for the 2019 fatal shooting at a Corona Costco nears conclusion with contested closing arguments about whether he acted in self-defense.

Pasadena hotel workers plan to strike on New Year's Eve amid demands for higher wages and better conditions, potentially affecting Rose Parade festivities.

Los Angeles' Gloria Molina Grand Park is hosting a free New Year's Eve event featuring an all-female DJ lineup, an Art Spectacle, food trucks, and family activities.

Jason Quinn was convicted of dealing fentanyl and methamphetamine by a Ventura County jury, facing harsher penalties for committing these crimes while on probation.

Firefighters contained a blaze in a Rancho Santa Margarita apartment complex, sparing the rest of the building and assisting one patient. The cause remains under investigation.

A man faces attempted murder charges following a Christmas day assault in Loma Linda; victim Anthony Aldana was found injured and Kendi Pakeybey was arrested. Authorities seek information.

A stolen semi-trailer was recovered in Fontana, leading to the discovery of more stolen goods and the arrest of three suspects, as reported by the Fontana Sheriff’s Station.

Two Fontana residents were arrested for a delivery van carjacking and face multiple felony charges after a pursuit involving the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department.

Jared Parent reportedly attacked someone with a knife in Needles, CA but was arrested after fleeing; he also spat on deputies, incurring additional charges.

LA Metro offers free rides on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, with extended overnight service on New Year's. Promo codes for the on-demand Metro Micro service are provided, and free 30-minute bike shares are available with a promo code.