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
'B***h new laws!' California shoplifting suspect surprised stealing is now a felony
California's Proposition 36, which increases penalties for certain theft and drug crimes, went into effect Wednesday.
California cities raising minimum wage in 2025
On Jan. 1, 2025, the California state minimum wage, excluding fast food employers and certain healthcare facilities, will increase from $16 per hour to $16.50 for employers of all sizes.
This is the living wage needed for a family of four in California
If you're raising a family of four in 2024, you'll need to make at least six figures in more than half of America to be financially secure, according to a new study.
$1.4 million Powerball ticket sold in California
The odds of winning a Powerball jackpot — no matter the size — stand near 1 in 292.2 million.
2 Mega Millions tickets worth $226,000 each sold in California
The next drawing for the Mega Millions jackpot now worth an estimated $825 million will be held on Friday, Dec. 20.
Hannah Kobayashi returns to US from Mexico weeks after 'voluntary disappearance' in Los Angeles
Hannah Kobayashi, whose voluntary disappearance from Los Angeles last month prompted a massive police search, is back in the U.S. Her case is now closed, the LAPD announced.
Inmate who escaped from prison van in Southern California still on the run
The manhunt continues for 34-year-old Cesar Hernandez, who escaped from a prison van in Southern California two weeks ago.
Hannah Kobayashi's family offers GoFundMe donation refunds after her voluntary disappearance
The family of Hannah Kobayashi is offering a refund to anyone who helped raise nearly $50,000 to bolster their search for the 30-year-old after she was located safely in Mexico.
15 California Chinese restaurants among top 100 in 2024, according to Yelp
California's highest-rated Chinese restaurant is apparently located in Sacramento. Did your favorite make the list?
2 Mega Millions tickets worth $560,600 each sold in California
The next drawing for the Mega Millions jackpot now worth an estimated $670 million will be held on Friday, Dec. 13.