Nic Garcia
Nic Garcia is an Emmy award-winning journalist who joined the FOX11 news team in July 2025.
Nic grew up in Riverside and is happy to be back in the Southland. He previously worked as an anchor and reporter in Fresno. Prior to that, Nic worked in El Paso, Texas and Western Montana. He has covered crime, mass shootings, wildfires, elections and presidential visits.
Nic is a proud graduate of California State University, Fullerton where he studied Broadcast Journalism and minored in Political Science. He is also an active member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ).
When he's not bringing you the news, you can find Nic cooking - or eating! He also enjoys trying new coffee shops, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.
The latest from Nic Garcia
Man helping fire survivors heal by sharing stories about their burned cars
A man in Altadena has spent the past year documenting the burned up cars from the LA fires. He's now on a mission to help his community heal.
Firefighter reflects on losing his home in Eaton Fire
A Pasadena firefighter continued battling the Eaton Fire even as it destroyed his family’s home in Altadena.
Driver waiting on payout from city for damage caused by pothole
Michael Riley says the city of Los Angeles owes him upwards of $7,000 for repairs to his car that were needed after he hit a pothole.
Tow truck caught on camera stealing vehicle in Rancho Cucamonga
Thieves in the Inland Empire are using tow trucks to steal vehicles from right outside houses.
Off-duty DHS officer shoots and kills man firing rifle in Northridge on New Year's Eve
The Los Angeles Police Department said the man was firing shots from a rifle into the air just after 10:30 p.m. on New Year's Eve.
Cleanup begins in Wrightwood after devastating storm
The flooding has made houses and backyards unrecognizable.
Southern Californians enjoy Christmas break from storms while bracing for one more round of rain
Light rain fell across Southern California on Christmas Day, following heavier rain on Christmas Eve that raised concerns about flooding and mudslides.
Pacific Palisades residents bracing for Christmas storm after already rough year
Residents in and around the Palisades Fire burn scar are preparing for incoming storms amid concerns about rain and potential mudflows.
Stolen plane crashes into hangar at Van Nuys Airport
According to police, a person trespassed onto the airport and somehow got access to a Cessna aircraft.
'Hood Santa' helps Long Beach mother of 6 in search for housing
A Long Beach woman and her six children, living out of their car, have been granted a Christmas miracle by Tito Rodriguez, better known as "Hood Santa."