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Hate crime victim describes being sexually assaulted in Westminster
An Orange County woman said she is traumatized after being sexually assaulted in a Westminster Walmart in what she also described as a hate crime. The woman, 43-year-old Maribel Vergara, said that the suspect, who was identified as Aaro Aubrey Navies, grabbed her buttocks and then told her that he could do whatever he wanted because “You’re a Mexican, and you don’t have rights.” Vergara, who typically carries pepper spray, said she didn’t have it on her to use it against the alleged assailant. Al
Police search for man accused of attempting to carjack three women in one day
The Los Angeles Police Department is seeking help finding a man suspected of three attempted carjackings in the Hollenbeck area. All three carjacking attempts took place in the daytime on Nov. 9 and all victims were female, according to the Hollenbeck Area Robbery Detectives. The first event happened around 10:40 a.m. at a gas station in the 3200 block of North Broadway. The suspect attempted to force his way into the victims vehicle but was unsuccessful after a struggling effort where he was remov
100+ children adopted in heartwarming event at Ontario Convention Center
Families celebrated the welcoming of their official new members on Wednesday during an adoption finalization event in San Bernardino. It was all smiles and tears of joy at the Ontario Convention Center as families celebrated the adoption of more than 100 children. Photo opportunities were set up, adoptions were finalized and refreshments were provided during congratulatory speeches. Among the families who basked in the touching glow of the event were fiancés Meshawn and Sayesha Davis. The couple
Long Beach police pulling officers from patrolling Metro trains, stations
The Long Beach Police Department is ending its contract with Metro to stop providing officers to the trains and stations, the law enforcement agency confirmed Wednesday. Starting on Dec. 30, Long Beach officers will no longer patrol Metro trains as the transportation agency is expected to launch its own police force. While it will likely take about five years for Metro to have its police agency, the Long Beach Police Department may not be able to wait as it struggles with staffing shortage. “Thi
Four people arrested for staging fake bear attacks with bear costume in Lake Arrowhead
Four people from Los Angeles County are facing insurance fraud and conspiracy charges after staging fake bear attacks with a bear costume, the Department of Insurance announced Wednesday. Initially the suspects Ruben Tamrazian, 26, of Glendale, Ararat Chirkinian, 39, of Glendale, Vahe Muradkhanyan, 32, of Glendale, and Alfiya Zuckerman, 39, of Valley Village had requested insurance payout for their car, 2010 Rolls Royce Ghost, after claiming a bear had entered the car and caused interior damage to t
Whether it's fire or storm, price gouging is illegal in California. Here's what to know
For more than 200 families who have lost their homes in the Mountain Fire in Ventura County, finding a temporary place to live has been challenging and, in some cases, costly. Despite the California Attorney General’s Office’s warning about possible price gouging after a state of emergency was issued for the region, NBC Los Angeles has heard from displaced neighbors in the burn communities, saying they were being asked to pay what they believe are extremely high security deposits for rental units.
Camarillo man thanks firefighters who saved him from Mountain Fire in ‘the nick of time'
The hummingbirds have already returned to the decimated property where Maurice Kerrs beloved Camarillo home once stood. Its a small, fluttering sign of hope for someone who lost just about everything in the retirement home of 14 years when the devastating Mountain Fire burned through his neighborhood last week. Wildfires Nov 12 Paradise lost: Ventura County avocado orchard destroyed in Mountain Fire Wildfires Nov 12 Over 200 buildings destroyed by Ventura C
Some Hyundai car owners say their cars are gobbling up oil, leading to engine replacement
Zhenya Rozinskiy bought a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe last year for his son’s 16th birthday. The car had 90,000 miles, so Rozinskiy said he had it thoroughly checked out. “We did the extensive 90,000-mile service that Hyundai requires. We just wanted to make sure the car’s in good condition. It’s for a kid. You want to make sure it’s safe,” he said. Rozinskiy said his son drove the car just 2,000 miles when the trouble began. He described the conversation with his son. “‘Dad, as I was driving, th
Los Angeles City Councilmember-elect Ysabel Jurado ready to ‘challenge status quo'
Less than a month before taking office as the councilmember for Los Angeles’ City District 14, Ysabel Jurado remains clear-eyed about her goals: Challenging the status quo by addressing the housing crisis and lack of city services. Jurado, a political newcomer who successfully ran a relentless grassroots campaign against long-time politician Kevin de León, said, from day one, she will address the housing crisis by building more affordable housing and protecting people from eviction – while prioritizin
Police say ‘Gossip Girl' actor Chanel Banks found safe, family insists she's still missing
Los Angeles police said Gossip Girl actor Chanel Banks was found safe after her reported disappearance days ago, but family members insist that the 36-year-old is still missing. The Los Angeles Police Department said Wednesday that Banks, of Playa Vista, was found in Texas after she was reported missing Nov. 8. The family said in a GoFundMe post that welfare checks were made at Banks residence Nov. 7 and 8, but she was not at the home. The familys last contact with Banks was Oct. 30, according
Incumbent Rep. Calvert projected to prevail in U.S. House District 41 race
Republican incumbent Rep. Ken Calvert will hold on to his seat in Californias 41st Congressional District, NBC News projected Wednesday. The race was a rematch between the long-time representative and Democrat Will Rollins. The two were separated by less than 5 percentage points in the 2022 election. Calvert had 51.3 percent of the vote, according to a Wednesday update. Rollins was at 48.7 percent. Calvert has championed defending Californian farmers, lower taxes, and funding education.
Lancaster teen accused in hundreds of swatting calls pleads guilty
A Lancaster teen accused of making hundreds of swatting calls and offer swatting-for-a-fee services pleaded guilty as part of a plea agreement. Alan W. Filion, 18, pleaded guilty Wednesday in Florida to four counts of making interstate threats to injure the person of another. He faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison on each count. Donald Trump 2 hours ago Trump picks Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general Congress 3 hours ago Republicans win
Santa Ana police looking for man who allegedly sexually assaulted a 4-year-old girl
Authorities were trying to locate a man who they say sexually assaulted a 4-year-old at a park in Santa Ana, the Santa Ana Police Department announced Wednesday. Detectives were looking for Benedicto Partida Quinonez, 58, after witnesses said Quinonez touched the young girl on her buttocks at Madison Park in the 1500 block of S. Standard Avenue #SantaAnaPD #WantedWednesday Detectives are attempting to locate Benedicto Partida Quinonez (58) who sexually assaulted a 4-year-old girl at Madison Park lo
Trump picks Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general
President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday said he will nominate Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida to serve as his attorney general, putting a loyalist in the role of the nations top prosecutor. In selecting the congressman, Trump passed over some of the more established attorneys whose names had been mentioned as being contenders for the job. “Matt will end Weaponized Government, protect our Borders, dismantle Criminal Organizations and restore Americans’ badly-shattered Faith and Confidence in
Fire crews stop the progress of brush fire in Pacific Palisades
A brush fire was extinguished in Pacific Palisades Wednesday as wildfire concerns kept firefighters on edge across Southern California. The fire, which was first reported in the 1400 block of N. Palisades Drive, burned about 5 acres and was moving toward heavy vegetation near the Santa Ynez Reservoir before it was declared a knockdown. Over 60 firefighters worked to stop the progress of the fire, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. No structures were damaged, and no injury was report
Republicans win the House, NBC News projects, as Trump's party takes full control of Washington
Republicans will maintain control of the House of Representatives by the thinnest of margins, NBC News projected Wednesday, handing President-elect Donald Trump and his party all the levers of power in Washington. A Republican-controlled Congress will allow Trump to quickly fill out his Cabinet and other top administration roles and advance his agenda for at least the next two years. Last week, Republicans flipped three Democratic Senate seats to win control of the upper chamber. House Republicans’
Cause of death revealed for Dodgers great Fernando Valenzuela
What to KnowDodgers pitching legend Fernando Valenzuela died Oct. 22 at age 63.His immediate cause of death was septic shock, according to his death certificate. The life-threatening condition occurs when organs malfunction, leading to dangerously low blood pressure. The medical examiner listed decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis as underlying causes. Los Angeles Dodgers pitching great Fernando Valenzuelas cause of death last month was septic shock, accordin
Dave Min projected to win California's 47th Congressional District
Former California State Senator Dave Min will win California’s 47th district, replacing incumbent Republican Scott Baugh, NBC News projected Tuesday. Min held a 50.9 percent-49.1 percent lead early Wednesday. The GOP representative conceded Tuesday night. It has become clear that despite running a strong campaign, connecting with voters, and mobilizing an incredible volunteer effort that effort is going to come up a little short, Baugh said. I am grateful to an outstanding campaign team and t