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
Palisades Fire survivor 'Ms. Lou' celebrates her 98th birthday
Louvenia "Ms. Lou" Jenkins celebrates her 98th birthday.
Spirit Airlines faces liquidation risk as Iran war drives up fuel costs
Spirit Airlines is reportedly at risk of liquidation and a total business halt as the war in Iran causes jet fuel prices to surge, threatening its bankruptcy recovery.
Neighbors frustrated with crime at abandoned South Los Angeles building
Neighbors near an abandoned building in South Los Angeles say ongoing criminal activity and fires have gone unaddressed by the city.
Eric Swalwell accuser details 2018 incident where she was allegedly drugged, raped
A woman detailing sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell spoke out Tuesday in Beverly Hills, alleging the former Congressman drugged and raped her in 2018.
Post office encampment cleared in Los Angeles; Concerns remain over mess possibly returning
Neighbors and an unhoused man share skepticism about lasting change and said outreach and resources have been inconsistent.
California dismantles $267 million hospice fraud ring in 'Operation Skip Chase'; 21 charged
Attorney General Rob Bonta on Thursday announced the takedown of a $267 million hospice fraud ring in Southern California involving 21 suspects and stolen identities.
Woman escapes attempted kidnapping outside Santa Ana workplace, police say
An Orange County woman says a man tried to grab her and force her into a van outside her Santa Ana workplace Tuesday morning, but she fought back and escaped.
Residents return home a day after Springs Fire forced evacuations
Firefighters have reached 45% containment on the 4,176-acre Springs Fire in Riverside County, allowing residents to return home as evacuation orders are downgraded.
Apple Valley family says deputy turned on them during their own call to 911 for help
An Apple Valley mother says a San Bernardino County deputy shot her 18-year-old son, Elijah Brown, after she called 911 to report a break-in.
Angel City FC players named 'Women of the Year'
Angel City FC was named one of USA Today’s 2026 Women of the Year for its impact on the community and women’s sports.