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Judge orders mental health evaluation for the woman accused of attempting to murder Rihanna
A judge paused the attempted murder prosecution of a woman accused of firing an AR-15 style rifle at Rihanna's home.
RECongress selects Long Beach Convention Center to host annual Catholic conference starting in 2028
RECongress, one of the largest annual Catholic gatherings in the U.S., will move from Anaheim to the Long Beach Convention Center in 2028.
San Clemente Board Riders clinch national title at home break, Lower Trestles
The team also clinched the West Coast Board Riders Wheat Cup in the event that drew 20 surf clubs from around the country to battle for bragging rights.
The White House push for $1 billion in security funds is facing GOP opposition
The plan is being revised after a parliamentarian ruling, with support uncertain amid White House-Senate tensions.
Smoke from several wildfires prompts air quality advisory across Southern California
Officials warned that smoke from the Sandy fire and wildfires burning on Santa Rosa Island and elsewhere could affect air quality in Los Angeles, Orange and parts of Riverside counties.
Drones temporarily halt air firefight at Bain fire in Riverside County
'If they're flying, we can't,' said Capt. John Clingingsmith with CAL FIRE/Riverside County.
Chargers’ David Njoku finds comfort zone with new team
“I’m excited and I’m really glad to be here,” the tight end says of joining the Chargers as a free agent after nine seasons with the Cleveland Browns.
Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon kill 19, including children and women, officials say
The attacks continue despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, escalating the conflict.
Rihanna home shooting case: mental competency hearing ordered for suspect
A prosecutor said Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, fired about 20 rounds from an assault-style rifle and aimed the gunfire at an area where adults and children were present, "putting numerous…
CIF-SS softball playoffs: Schedule for the quarterfinals Wednesday
The schedule for the Orange County teams playing Wednesday in the CIF-SS quarterfinals.