Unruly Passenger Forces Emergency Landing of Breeze Airways Flight En Route to Los Angeles; Man Arrested in Colorado
A disruptive passenger caused a Breeze Airways flight to divert to Colorado, where he was arrested after using racist slurs and a skateboard as a weapon.
Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus Announces Major Overhaul with More Frequencies and Extended Services Starting August 10
Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus service is launching an overhaul on August 10 with more frequent routes, longer hours, and expanded coverage aiming to improve transit and reduce reliance on cars.
Jackknifed Semi Causes Major Delays on 91 Freeway in Yorba Linda; Lanes Reopen After Closure
A semitrailer jackknifed on the 91 Freeway in Yorba Linda, causing extensive traffic delays and partial road closures after catching fire. Lanes later reopened, with no immediate injury reports.
Overturned Tanker Truck Causes Major Delays on 14 Freeway in Agua Dulce
A tanker truck overturned on the 14 Freeway in Agua Dulce, causing a major fuel spill and traffic disruption. Cleanup and assessments continued into Monday morning, with no arrests or injuries reported.
Southwest Flight Dives 500 Feet to Avoid Midair Disaster En Route from Burbank to Vegas
A Southwest flight from Burbank to Las Vegas experienced a midair near-miss, prompting an emergency descent. Passengers felt a drop and two flight attendants were injured. The incident is under FAA investigation.
Dramatic Emergency Landing at LAX as Delta Flight's Engine Catches Fire Post-Takeoff
A Delta flight made an emergency landing at LAX due to its left engine catching fire after takeoff; all 226 passengers and crew safely evacuated and were rebooked.
Avelo Airlines to Cease West Coast Operations from Hollywood Burbank Airport Amid Financial Struggles
Avelo Airlines is ceasing West Coast operations by December 2025 due to financial reasons, offering staff transfers and customer refunds. Their decision is unrelated to protests over deportation flights.
California Airports to Receive $81.3M Boost for Upgrades Including LAX and Van Nuys, Enhancing Safety and Passenger Experience
U.S. Senators Padilla and Schiff announce $81.3 million in federal funding for California airport improvements, focusing on passenger experience, safety, and job growth, including noise mitigation at LAX and taxiway refurbishment at Van Nuys.
Long Beach Airport Soars to Second Place in The Washington Post's Top 50, Prepares for World Cup and 2028 Olympics Visitors
Long Beach Airport was named the second-best airport in the USA by The Washington Post, praised for its convenience, unique "airport oasis," and recent improvements. It's recognized for excellent customer service and historic preservation.
Big Blue Bus Bolsters Rider Safety with Prohibition Order Program in Santa Monica
Big Blue Bus implements a Prohibition Order Program to exclude repeat offenders and individuals convicted of misdemeanors or felonies on public transit, in line with SB 1417 and supplementary safety measures.












