Alexa Mae Asperin
Alexa joined the FOX 11 Digital Team in March 2022. Born and raised in Ventura County, she is happy to be home covering local issues and topics. Before returning to Southern California, Alexa reported in the Bay Area and Southern Colorado. She received her master’s degree in journalism from New York University and attended St. John’s University, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and criminal justice. Her work has appeared on ABC News, CBS News, Yahoo News, and in the New York Times. She lives in Los Angeles.
The latest from Alexa Mae Asperin
In-N-Out lines in Tennessee are so long there's now an app to track wait times
Hoping to get in and out of In-N-Out Burger quickly? There's an app for that.
Yelp’s No. 1 ramen spot for 2025 is in Los Angeles: See the list
Nine ramen places in California have been named among Yelp's Top 100 Ramen Shops in America for 2025.
Uber driver charged with raping unconscious woman in Camarillo
A Bakersfield Uber driver has been charged with the alleged rape rape of an unconscious woman in Camarillo after picking her up at a Thousand Oaks bar, according to the Ventura County District Attorney's Office.
New bill would ban foreign-made products, souvenirs from national parks
A new bipartisan bill would ban foreign-made goods in national parks. See how the "American Products in Parks Act" aims to clear gift shops of imported souvenirs.
Popular restaurant chain to offer 'lighter portions' menu nationwide
Olive Garden is launching a permanent "lighter portions" menu at all locations this January. See the full list of $12.99 dishes, including Chicken Parm and Fettuccine Alfredo.
New laws going into effect in California in 2026
Some of the laws address immigration, crime, consumer protections, and education.
Chipotle giving away free entrees this weekend – under one condition
A certain dress code is required to unlock Chipotle's final BOGO deal of the year.
17 members of Puente-13 gang arrested after federal takedown in LA
Federal agents arrested 17 members of a San Gabriel Valley gang linked to the Mexican Mafia on charges including kidnapping, shootings, and drug trafficking.
Rob and Michele Reiner’s causes of death revealed
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner died from "multiple sharp force injuries," according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Their son Nick Reiner has been charged with their murders.
'Very bad for our country': Trump doubles down on 'deranged' Rob Reiner comments
President Donald Trump is standing behind his comments criticizing director Rob Reiner following his death, telling media in the Oval Office he thought Reiner was "very bad for our country."