A man in his 60s was killed after being struck by a dark SUV while walking in a crosswalk at De Soto Avenue and Lassen Street in Chatsworth around 12:30 a.m. on October 18. The vehicle, possibly a black BMW, briefly stopped before its driver fled. The victim had not been identified, and the suspect remained at large as Los Angeles police sought public tips.

A guide to 12 pumpkin patches and fall attractions in Orange and Los Angeles counties for the 2026 season. The listings provide locations, dates, hours, admission prices and activities, including corn mazes, rides, petting zoos, pumpkin displays and family entertainment. Visitors are advised to check individual websites for current details, since schedules and available attractions may vary.

A guide to 16 events taking place across Southern California during Labor Day weekend 2026, including chili cook-offs, art fairs, film screenings, concerts, rodeos, food festivals, skating, lantern releases and monster-truck shows. The events span Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, with many offering free or family-friendly activities and detailed dates, times, locations, ticket prices and websites.

Two 14-year-old e-bike riders were hospitalized with major injuries after colliding with a car at the intersection of Arlington Avenue and Mitchell Avenue in Riverside on Aug. 25. The 88-year-old driver was not apparently injured. Riverside police urged all road users to follow traffic rules, stay alert and use caution at intersections.

Pierce College has placed its football program on hiatus for the 2026 season, with no decision announced about a possible return in 2027. Players were informed and encouraged to seek opportunities with other programs. The team has not recorded a winning season since 2013, and coach James Sims did not comment. The report also notes the program’s notable alumni, including former professional football players and actor Mark Harmon.

Southern California reporters highlight their favorite restaurant dishes from July 2026 across Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire. Recommendations include bagels, hot dogs, Indian comfort food, pasta, steak, lobster rolls, breakfast sandwiches, vegan pastries, rooftop dining, seasonal vegetables and boba. The selections consistently emphasize generous portions, seasonal ingredients, distinctive flavors and memorable dining settings.

Southern California News Group reporters recommend standout dishes they ate during July 2026 across Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire. The roundup spans bagels, hot dogs, Indian food, pasta, steak, seafood, Korean-style breakfast sandwiches, Filipino-inspired pastries, vegetarian dishes, coffee, boba and seasonal produce. Favorites include Rise Bagels’ lox bagel, Portillo’s chili cheese dog, Copper Pot’s butter chicken, Perch’s rooftop dishes, Bourbon Steak’s heirloom tomato panzanella and SUR’s fried goat cheese balls, with the selections emphasizing satisfying flavors, seasonal ingredients and distinctive local dining experiences.

Reporters highlight standout dishes across Southern California, featuring a range of restaurants from new openings like Miramar Food Hall to long‑established favorites. Notable picks include Moto Pizza’s Beef Adobo pizza, Burger She Wrote’s vegetarian‑friendly smash burger, and refined tasting‑menu items at Chrysalis. Additional recommendations span seafood, desserts, Puerto Rican cuisine, steak and tiki cocktails, micheladas, and coffeehouse offerings, emphasizing strong flavors, generous portions, and memorable dining experiences throughout the region.

New California laws taking effect July 1 introduce limits on commercial loudness for streaming services, require clearer food labeling and allergen disclosures, restrict the sale of easily modified Glock‑style pistols, and mandate K‑12 school policies limiting student smartphone use. Additional measures require at least one all‑gender bathroom in every school, add LGBTQ+ crisis hotline numbers to student ID cards, and expand authority for law enforcement to ticket autonomous vehicles and communicate with their operators. The Delete Act will also begin requiring data brokers to process consumer deletion requests starting August 1.

A Riverside County Civil Grand Jury report alleges that political interference from county supervisors’ offices discouraged code enforcement actions involving influential property owners, particularly in tourist areas and luxury short‑term rentals. The report cites selective enforcement, orders to pause investigations, and unaddressed complaints, along with internal workplace issues including bullying, favoritism in promotions, and high leadership turnover. Officials say the county will formally respond by September 24, while recommendations include documenting external directives, improving handling of employee complaints, and reforming promotion procedures.