More than 400 arrested after chaotic July 4 crowds overwhelm Newport Beach

Police arrested 402 people after large, unruly crowds on the Balboa Peninsula prompted an unlawful assembly declaration and a major law enforcement response during Fourth of July celebrations.

400+ arrested in Newport Beach July 4 chaos
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More than 400 people were arrested after large, unruly crowds in Newport Beach drew an unlawful assembly declaration.

4 injured in 3 shootings across East Los Angeles

In total, four people were shot in three shootings that were about a mile apart near East Los Angeles.

Mexico loses to England in Round of 16
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Mexico was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing a heartbreaker to England 3-2.

Woman dead, several others injured after July 4 fireworks explosion, Chino police say

One woman died and several others were injured after a fireworks explosion in Chino on Saturday night, and police detained a 28-year-old Hesperia man at the scene.

4 injured in 3 shootings across East Los Angeles
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At least four people were hurt in three shootings across East Los Angeles. FOX 11 is making calls to confirm if the incidents were related.

Thousands celebrate USA's 250th birthday at LA Memorial Coliseum's 'America's Block Party'

Thousands of families gathered at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for "America's Block Party," celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with food, games and entertainment.

'America's Block Party' held at LA Coliseum
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Thousands of families gathered at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for "America's Block Party," celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with food, games and entertainment.

150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon

One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens. 

6 unlicensed contractors charged in $1.2M wildfire recovery sting in Pacific Palisades

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has charged six unlicensed contractors targeting wildfire survivors in the Pacific Palisades disaster zone following a sting operation.

Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026

The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. 

Disneyland welcomes 1 billionth guest during 70th anniversary celebration

Disneyland Resort celebrated a historic milestone after welcoming its honorary one billionth guest, an 8-year-old boy celebrating his birthday, during the park's 70th anniversary.

LA County announces July 4th crackdown on street takeovers

Los Angeles County law enforcement is increasing enforcement and fines up to $1,000 for illegal street takeovers during Independence Day weekend.

How to get California’s free state parks pass before the July 6 deadline

California State Parks is offering a free special edition Historian Passport until July 6, providing free admission to over 30 historic sites.

LAPD arrests 2 after hit-and-run pursuit ends in Watts

A pursuit of a hit-and-run suspect ended in the Nickerson Gardens housing development in Watts Friday night, where LAPD officers detained two suspects.