SoCal News NOW
A 48-year-old man who led law enforcement on a dangerous pursuit lasting more than an hour is in custody in connection with the shooting deaths of a man and a woman at an upscale Pomona apartment complex Thursday, police announced. Officers with the Pomona Police Department responded to the Monterey Station Apartments, located at 180 [...]
A Riverside County deputy was charged with vehicular manslaughter after being accused of running a red light in a high-speed crash that killed a man and left his fiancée critically injured. The crash occurred on Sept. 6, 2025, as Gavin Hinkley, 21, of Calimesa, and Madeline Fox, 20, of Cherry Valley, were running errands for [...]
A 73-year-old fugitive was arrested for the alleged molestation of his young granddaughter. The Santa Ana Police Department identified the suspect as Andres Reyes, 73. Reyes has remained in hiding for nearly 20 years, police said. The incident occurred at a Santa Ana home in 2008 when the victim was 8 years old at the [...]
Police are searching for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old woman in Colton over the weekend, authorities announced. Officers with the Colton Police Department responded to the 1000 block of Silver Star Circle at about 1:26 a.m. on June 15 after receiving reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found a [...]
A hospital needs help identifying a male patient who was found injured and unconscious in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles. The man is believed to be in his late 40s, according to the Los Angeles General Medical Center. He was found injured on the ground near 3019 W. 6th St. and has been hospitalized [...]
Cellphone footage captured a seemingly random, violent and frightening attack inside a Simi Valley Target store Wednesday night, in which a 34-year-old man was arrested and several people were injured. Officers with the Simi Valley Police Department responded around 6 p.m. June 17 to a reported disturbance at the Target store located at 51 Tierra [...]
Four Chilean nationals accused of an attempted home invasion in Riverside have been arrested following a weeks-long investigation, authorities announced. The attempted home invasion occurred around 8:50 p.m. April 9 in the 1500 block of Northhampton Drive in Riverside’s Overlook community. According to the Riverside Police Department, officers responded after receiving a report of an [...]
The San Gabriel Valley Humane Society is searching for a woman who illegally abandoned a group of cats that were stuffed into small carrier bags. Surveillance footage captured the woman arriving in a while vehicle in the early morning hours of June 14. She walked over while carrying two small animal carrier bags that were [...]
A 48-year-old man suspected of killing his girlfriend and another man in Pomona is in custody after a more than hourlong pursuit with the California Highway Patrol. Officers spotted the suspect, now identified as Robert Galtman, behind the wheel of a Kia sedan wanted out of Pomona just before 5 p.m. in the northbound lanes [...]
L.A. County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced 12 felony counts of tax fraud against comedian Carlos Mencia during a news conference on Thursday. Hochman said six charges are related to Mencia's personal taxes that he failed to file, and the other six are related to his corporate tax returns. The amount of income Mencia allegedly [...]
SoCal News NOW
- Young woman, 19, shot to death in San Bernardino County home June 19, 2026Police are searching for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old woman in Colton over the weekend, authorities announced. Officers with the Colton Police Department responded to the 1000 block of Silver Star Circle at about 1:26 a.m. on June 15 after receiving reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found a […]
- Hospital needs help identifying man found unconscious in L.A.’s Koreatown June 19, 2026A hospital needs help identifying a male patient who was found injured and unconscious in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles. The man is believed to be in his late 40s, according to the Los Angeles General Medical Center. He was found injured on the ground near 3019 W. 6th St. and has been hospitalized […]
Media
The publication is abandoning a planned rebranding after resolving a trademark dispute with the new publisher of The Washington Star. [...]
The deal will put online publications like Popsugar and Eater under the same roof as Rolling Stone and Variety. [...]
“Backrooms” and “Obsession,” two breakout horror films from first-time directors in their 20s, have arguably redefined what a summer blockbuster can be. [...]
Members of a new team of Times reporters and editors are covering culture, economics and more in a state long known for its political clout. [...]
Steven Spielberg’s original science-fiction movie collected an estimated $44 million in North America, giving the director his first new-to-the-screen summer hit in 24 years. [...]
Peter Gallagher’s spin on a comic strip staple has found a passionate audience away from the funny pages. [...]
A U.F.C. fight on President Trump’s birthday will now double as a capstone for Paramount’s successful effort to secure Justice Department approval for a mega media merger. [...]
The F.B.I. director, following a strategy from President Trump, has filed six defamation lawsuits against news media companies and commentators in nearly seven years. [...]
The veteran journalist told viewers on Friday that it would be his last time anchoring the newscast, but that he was assuming a new role covering the disease he’s fighting. [...]
No longer content with being just “Hollywood North,” the Canadian screen industry is asserting itself and telling its own stories. [...]
Media
- The Washington Outlet NOTUS Won’t Be ‘The Star’ After All June 18, 2026The publication is abandoning a planned rebranding after resolving a trademark dispute with the new publisher of The Washington Star.
- Penske Media Is Buying What’s Left of Vox Media June 18, 2026The deal will put online publications like Popsugar and Eater under the same roof as Rolling Stone and Variety.
- ‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’ Disrupt the 2026 Summer Box Office June 17, 2026“Backrooms” and “Obsession,” two breakout horror films from first-time directors in their 20s, have arguably redefined what a summer blockbuster can be.
- Why The New York Times Is Expanding in Texas June 17, 2026Members of a new team of Times reporters and editors are covering culture, economics and more in a state long known for its political clout.
- He Made ‘Heathcliff’ Absurd June 16, 2026Peter Gallagher’s spin on a comic strip staple has found a passionate audience away from the funny pages.
Health
The State Department is taking over much of the control of global health initiatives, for which critics say the department does not have the expertise. [...]
It’s hot in North America in June, but fans are griping that the breaks that have been added to each half are an excuse for the networks to show more [...]
As tech giants rush to build infrastructure, some residents who live near data centers say a constant low-frequency vibration is ruining their health and homes. [...]
Five stories show the hurdles that people with psychological diagnoses face when considering parenthood. [...]
Others who were in the facility have been allowed to return to their homes in recent weeks for monitoring by local health officials. [...]
With support from Markwayne Mullin and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the kratom industry is pursuing a potentially lucrative policy. Mr. Mullin owns equity in a company that could benefit. [...]
The health secretary is trying to restart the work of a panel that advises the government on vaccines, after a judge froze its decisions and prevented it from meeting. [...]
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak. [...]
Her decades of work on Huntington’s disease helped lead to the creation of a genetic test for the devastating condition. Why didn’t she take it herself? [...]
The oldest known cases, discovered among hunter-gatherers in Siberian graves, contradict the theory that the disease once was mild. [...]
Health
- Many World Cup Fans Would Rather Skip the Hydration Breaks June 18, 2026It’s hot in North America in June, but fans are griping that the breaks that have been added to each half are an excuse for the networks to show more ads.
- A Deadly Outbreak of Plague, Nearly 5,000 Years Before the Black Death June 17, 2026The oldest known cases, discovered among hunter-gatherers in Siberian graves, contradict the theory that the disease once was mild.
- New Plan Scales Back C.D.C.’s Work on Diseases Abroad June 17, 2026The State Department is taking over much of the control of global health initiatives, for which critics say the department does not have the expertise.
- The Pain of Caring for a Parent Who Abused You June 17, 2026The United States is reliant on unpaid family caregivers, and millions of adult children are caring for parents who didn’t really care for them.
- Mental Health Can Complicate Family Planning June 17, 2026Five stories show the hurdles that people with psychological diagnoses face when considering parenthood.
Science
British archaeologists may have found the remains of a site where people celebrated the solstice thousands of years ago, a few miles from the famed stone circle. [...]
The oldest known cases, discovered among hunter-gatherers in Siberian graves, contradict the theory that the disease once was mild. [...]
The department cited national security concerns, saying Elon Musk’s company had played a crucial role in the Iran war. It also argued it has the authority to stop environmental lawsuits [...]
A new study of bilingual speakers suggests that a single “grammatical engine” in the brain can power multiple languages at once. [...]
New research has identified areas around the world where cooler currents and other favorable conditions are helping to protect coral from the worst effects of global warming. [...]
John Sorochan, a turf scientist at the University of Tennessee, has led the yearslong, multimillion-dollar effort to develop perfect playing fields for the 2026 World Cup. [...]
Every match must be played on natural grass that gives players as consistent a surface as possible, no matter the venue. Cue the years of sod studies. [...]
The agency gave a rosy update on Artemis III, a test flight for its goal to return humans to the moon, but experts say the timeline is ambitious. [...]
A San Francisco company paid nearly $1 million for the solution to an unsolved code in Kryptos, a sculpture on the C.I.A. grounds. Soon it will become an online challenge. [...]
The author of books like “The Possible Human,” she held workshops that drew on mythology, psychology and the experiential ethos of Esalen. But she refused to be called a guru. [...]
Science
- Wordle’s Hard Mode Is Actually Easier, 730 Million Games Show June 19, 2026As the game turns 5 years old, the data reveals that while standard-mode players have much more freedom, they’re not making the most of it.
- Jean Houston, ‘Midwife of Souls’ Who Advised Hillary Clinton, Dies at 89 June 19, 2026The author of books like “The Possible Human,” she held workshops that drew on mythology, psychology and the experiential ethos of Esalen. But she refused to be called a guru.
- Renato Rosaldo, Anthropologist Who Disrupted His Discipline, Dies at 85 June 18, 2026After his wife’s death while doing fieldwork, he rejected writing as a detached observer, setting off a profound shift in cultural anthropology.
- In Ancient Pits Near Stonehenge, Scientists See Hints of Solstice Ritual June 18, 2026British archaeologists may have found the remains of a site where people celebrated the solstice thousands of years ago, a few miles from the famed stone circle.
- Trump Administration to Pay $765 Million to Cancel 4 More Wind Projects June 17, 2026It’s the third such deal the Interior Department has struck to pay firms to abandon plans for offshore turbines, spending roughly $2.5 billion to get companies to abandon their wind projects.
World of Tech
If you need space back on your phone or tablet, removing built-in and unused apps can help free up storage and reduce screen clutter. [...]
With a shortage of some components driving up costs of consumer electronics, refurbished devices are an attractive alternative to buying new. [...]
A.I. wants to help you start the day. Its suggestions? Drink coffee and get dressed. [...]
The luxury gadget promises to hack sleep — and relationships. But can anything? [...]
A criminal could be masquerading as a celebrity, web store or family member asking for your money. Detecting scams requires a new approach. [...]
Despite its early stumbles, Google’s Gemini has leapfrogged ChatGPT in relevance and usefulness. Soon, it will be ubiquitous. [...]
For decades, he criticized the industry’s lax attitudes toward computer security and individual digital privacy. He also developed solutions. [...]
Apps from Apple, Google and others can assist in making your online accounts more secure, even as new ways of logging in continue to take off. [...]
As companies look to build cash flow and loyalty, everything from heated car seats to earthworm deliveries can become a recurring charge on your credit card. [...]
Google’s A.I. search technology is far from perfect (don’t count on it for celebrity news), but it excels at tasks like picking out groceries and detecting scams. [...]
World of Tech
- How to Remove Apps You Never Use (or at Least Hide Them) June 10, 2026If you need space back on your phone or tablet, removing built-in and unused apps can help free up storage and reduce screen clutter.
- The Do’s and Don’ts of Buying Used Tech Gadgets June 4, 2026With a shortage of some components driving up costs of consumer electronics, refurbished devices are an attractive alternative to buying new.
- Should You Outsource Your Morning Routine to a Chatbot? June 4, 2026A.I. wants to help you start the day. Its suggestions? Drink coffee and get dressed.
- My Two Sleepless Months With the Eight Sleep Pod June 2, 2026The luxury gadget promises to hack sleep — and relationships. But can anything?
- A.I. Is Making Scams Hard to Spot. Here’s How to Protect Yourself. May 28, 2026A criminal could be masquerading as a celebrity, web store or family member asking for your money. Detecting scams requires a new approach.
Innovation
- Alibaba Cloud Bets on France as Europe Seeks More Control Over AI June 18, 2026Alibaba Cloud opened two Paris availability zones as European enterprises weigh data sovereignty, resilience, and AI infrastructure needs. The post Alibaba Cloud Bets on France as Europe Seeks More Control Over AI appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Targets 2026 Rocket Launch After Cape Canaveral Explosion June 18, 2026Blue Origin aims to fly New Glenn again in 2026 after a launchpad explosion, amid competition from NASA, Amazon, and SpaceX, raising the stakes. The post Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Targets 2026 Rocket Launch After Cape Canaveral Explosion appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Glucose Tracking for Children Is Moving Into Apps and Smart Devices June 18, 2026Dexcom’s Stelo is the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor cleared for children. The FDA decision expands app-based glucose tracking to younger users, but schools, health care teams, and benefits leaders still need to account for device access, caregiver oversight, and coverage questions. The post Glucose Tracking for Children Is Moving Into Apps and Smart Devices […]
- IBM Report: Most EMEA Executives Don’t Fully Understand Their AI Dependencies June 17, 2026IBM research finds many EMEA executives lack visibility into AI dependencies, raising risks around cost, outages, vendor lock-in, and sovereignty. The post IBM Report: Most EMEA Executives Don’t Fully Understand Their AI Dependencies appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Modernizing Meeting Spaces: How Agentic Control and Intelligent Framing Redefine Hybrid Work June 17, 2026Neat is using agentic AI, intelligent framing, and flexible room modes to turn passive video endpoints into “thinking spaces,” giving IT a blueprint to modernize meeting rooms for hybrid work. The post Modernizing Meeting Spaces: How Agentic Control and Intelligent Framing Redefine Hybrid Work appeared first on TechRepublic.
Artificial Intelligence
- Anthropic Adds Brand Controls, Code Sync to Claude Design June 18, 2026Anthropic updated Claude Design with design system imports, Claude Code syncing, canvas editing, and more export options for enterprise teams. The post Anthropic Adds Brand Controls, Code Sync to Claude Design appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Stop Juggling AI Tools — This Lifetime Deal Puts GPT‑4o and More in One Place June 18, 2026Harness multiple top-tier models like GPT‑4o, Claude, Gemini, and more in one unified platform, now $55. The post Stop Juggling AI Tools — This Lifetime Deal Puts GPT‑4o and More in One Place appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Data Center Power and Cooling Trends for the AI Era June 18, 2026Without sufficient power and cooling, AI applications would be unable to function at the required level. The post Data Center Power and Cooling Trends for the AI Era appeared first on TechRepublic.
- IBM Report: Most EMEA Executives Don’t Fully Understand Their AI Dependencies June 17, 2026IBM research finds many EMEA executives lack visibility into AI dependencies, raising risks around cost, outages, vendor lock-in, and sovereignty. The post IBM Report: Most EMEA Executives Don’t Fully Understand Their AI Dependencies appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Modernizing Meeting Spaces: How Agentic Control and Intelligent Framing Redefine Hybrid Work June 17, 2026Neat is using agentic AI, intelligent framing, and flexible room modes to turn passive video endpoints into “thinking spaces,” giving IT a blueprint to modernize meeting rooms for hybrid work. The post Modernizing Meeting Spaces: How Agentic Control and Intelligent Framing Redefine Hybrid Work appeared first on TechRepublic.
