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A three-year-old girl, Emaria Peel, is missing in Kern County, California, after being last seen with a 31-year-old woman, Charnay Mclin, who is armed and dangerous. The pair were spotted near Redwood Boulevard at 83rd Street in California City just before 7:30 PM Friday. The Amber Alert now covers both Kern and LA Counties. Authorities are urgently seeking public help — if you’ve seen a gold 2021...

Vaughn Grissom lit up the box score with a two-hit night, including a towering homer and two RBIs, leading the Angels to a 4-3 victory over the Twins and snapping a five-game losing streak. Grayson Rodriguez held the Twins to three runs over 5.1 innings, while Kirby Yates locked down the save. This win is a lifeline for a team mired in the worst record in baseball, ending an 8-game skid. The Twins...

Irvine’s iconic aquatics center is getting a massive makeover—with a brand-new pool, splash pad, Ninja Cross course, upgraded locker rooms, better lighting, and expanded parking—all set to open by spring 2028. Led by the City of Irvine and S.J. Amoroso Construction, the $100M project aims to slash swim lesson waitlists and position Irvine as a top-tier aquatic hub for both families and elite athle...

A Sherman Oaks apartment complex hit with a brazen heist during the final day of fumigation—when residents thought they were safe under 24-hour security—left over 15 units ransacked, tens of thousands in stolen goods, and neighbors questioning how thieves knew exactly when to strike. Footage shows masked intruders methodically looting rooms, sparking suspicion of an inside job, as authorities inve...

A federal attorney tried to shift blame for horrific conditions at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center onto GEO Group, claiming the private contractor runs the facility and makes all day-to-day decisions. But detainee lawyers hit back, exposing a government flip-flop — just years ago, officials called private prisons “federal prisons” when operating for the government. Detainees allege widespread a...

Meta is fighting back against a landmark jury verdict that found its platforms intentionally designed to be addictive for teens, awarding a young woman $3 million plus $3 million in punitive damages. The case, which centers on design features like infinite scroll and autoplay, could set a precedent for thousands of similar lawsuits. Meta argues teen mental health is complex and not solely tied to...

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Anaheim Global Medical Center is back on the 911 ambulance list after a temporary suspension, lifting a pause that began in May over a late state lab fee — though the hospital remained open for walk-ins while others handled overflow. Part of the KPC Health network, it’s hailed as a critical care hub by regional CEO Daniel Knell. But here’s the twist: Orange County Global Medical Center, also part...

Hong Kong just flipped the script on pet dining—starting July 9th, over 900 restaurants now welcome dogs, marking a major step toward pet-friendly public spaces. After letting pets on ferries and trains, the city’s rolling out this change to foster inclusion, with cafes like Kelvin Chan’s hoping it builds community and understanding. Dogs must stay leashed, off tables, and eat pre-packaged food—no...

Cuba’s streets are transforming as classic American cars vanish, replaced by sleek Chinese-made electric tricycles—many solar-powered—to navigate fuel shortages and power outages. Priced at $2,000–$4,000, they’re bought with sold-out cars or sent from abroad, now hauling goods and replacing buses. These rugged, essential machines are reshaping daily life, proving vital in a nation where electricit...

A brush fire dubbed the Summit Fire erupted near the LA-San Bernardino County line, torching 1,300 acres and threatening homes as it raced south-southeast. Evacuation orders hit zones around East Avenue Z and Fort Tejon Road, with crews deploying ten air tankers to battle the blaze before it hits neighborhoods. Though no injuries were reported, outbuildings were damaged and the fire crept into the...

Scientists at UC San Diego have cracked the code on predicting coastal landslides, successfully warning authorities hours or days before five major slides — including a dramatic 2024 Del Mar bluff collapse that dumped 200 tons onto the beach. Since the 1940s, these deadly slides have claimed 19 lives, with a 2019 Encinitas disaster killing three and halting train service. Driven by that tragedy, S...

A small business jet crashed on a highway after both engines failed mid-flight, forcing pilots to ditch in a desperate emergency landing. The flight, from San José del Cabo to Austin, spiraled into chaos with fuel pressure warnings and generator failure, leaving no safe runway nearby. As the plane burned on impact, bystanders rushed to help—smashing cockpit glass and pulling survivors from smoke-f...

Graham Platner has dropped out of the Maine Senate race just two days after announcing his exit, citing a sexual assault allegation he denies — a move that shakes up Democratic hopes in a key swing state. Known for his outsider, progressive message and backing from Bernie Sanders, Platner’s departure leaves a void the party must fill fast, with a July 27 deadline to pick a new nominee. A nominatin...

A Canadian drug kingpin named Guramrit Sidhu, dubbed “King,” just got a 20-year sentence for orchestrating a massive cross-border drug operation—moving nearly 2,000 pounds of meth and cocaine worth $15–17 million from the U.S. to Canada. He ran eight major shipments using semi-trucks, with drivers using coded phone numbers and serial numbers to identify themselves. Sidhu, the ringleader, had a sop...

Two convicted sex offenders whose parole battles ignited fierce debate over California’s elderly offender reforms have died — Cody Klemp, 70, and Charles Mix, 71. Klemp, a repeat rapist of a minor, saw his parole revoked after public outcry; his victim, traumatized for decades, found relief in his death. Mix, sentenced for kidnapping and child rape, was denied parole and deemed a public safety thr...

SoFi Stadium stunned the world with its FIFA World Cup run, hosting eight electrifying matches on a pristine natural grass field—something it rarely uses for NFL games. Spain’s thrilling quarterfinal win over Belgium capped a spectacle that drew over half a million fans, celebrity sightings, and raves from players like New Zealand’s Darren Bazeley, who called it the best pitch he’s ever played on....

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is being drained again—weeks after a supposed finish—amid algae blooms and peeling paint, sparking accusations of shoddy work. Trump blamed vandals, but critics say the repairs are botched. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed the drain is planned to clear debris from the Fourth of July fireworks and fix vandalism, while defending the same contractor who’s...

Apple is suing OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft by two former Apple employees now at OpenAI, claiming they stole critical hardware development data — just as OpenAI prepares to launch its own AI device and partners with Jony Ive’s company, io Products, sparking a legal and strategic showdown that threatens to derail OpenAI’s IPO and reshape the AI hardware race. Listen in comfort: Get a disc...

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finally set to open by month’s end after a tense delay fueled by U.S.-Canada negotiations and political pressure — with commercial traffic expected by August 1st, marking a major milestone in cross-border trade and a tribute to hockey legend Gordie Howe. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:...

Health inspectors hit Orange County hard last week, shutting down multiple eateries for unsanitary conditions — from cockroach infestations at Phat Ky Mi Gia and New Mandarin Garden to rodent problems at El Cholo and sewage spills at Lucky Chopsticks. While some reopened the same day, others like Hoi Ngo finally got the green light after a June closure. These closures underscore the non-negotiable...

Body cameras for ICE officers remain a distant promise, sparking outrage after a Houston shooting where none were worn — even as Homeland Security claims half its field offices now have them, with the rest set to follow by July. Critics, including Rep. Sylvia Garcia, blast the slow rollout, noting less than a third of officers nationwide are equipped — despite major funding — and demand enforcemen...

An Irvine dog trainer faces nearly 12 years in prison for the deaths of 11 dogs—eight from heat stroke, one from blunt-force trauma, and two causes still unknown—after authorities uncovered a van packed with dying pups and bleach-scented deception. His assistant gets 3 years for helping cover it up, while grieving owners are left shattered by false texts claiming “peaceful” deaths. The case expose...

A dog trainer in Irvine, Kwong Sit, faces over eleven years in prison for the deaths of eleven dogs under his care at his “Happy K9 Academy,” where animals were allegedly confined in tiny cages, stacked in vans, and left without water or air. The case erupted after crematorium staff raised alarms and Sit accidentally texted the wrong person about a dog’s death — leading to a courtroom where grievi...

King Charles III and Prince Harry finally reunite at Highgrove House in a heartfelt, high-stakes family gathering — the first in years since Harry and Meghan moved to California. With Queen Camilla and Harry’s kids Archie and Lilibet in attendance, the meeting marks a fragile step toward reconciliation amid lingering tensions, legal battles, and royal protocol mishaps. Despite past friction — incl...