21 Kids Taken From Couple Accused Of Duping Surrogates | Suspect In Death Of Boy, 5, Stalked Mother: Patch PM

Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Wednesday, July 16.

21 Children Removed From Couple Accused Of Tricking Surrogate Mothers: Report

Police are investigating child abuse claims against an SoCal couple who reportedly hired surrogate mothers to carry children for them.

Man Suspected In Death Of 5-Year-Old Found In Dumpster Had Been Stalking Boy's Mother: Report

A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the 5-year-old boy's death.

3 Burglary Suspects Killed In 5 Freeway Police Chase Crash

Three burglary suspects were killed in a pursuit crash on the Interstate 5 Freeway Wednesday morning, authorities said.

Fat Joe Set To Take The Stage This Weekend At SeaWorld San Diego

Several hip-hop, R&B and rap artists are scheduled to perform during the 2025 Summer Spectacular Concert Series at SeaWorld San Diego.

1,300 Dogs, Cats In Need Of Immediate Shelter: Adopt A Pet In Riverside County

"We can't do it alone, and we need more people willing to open their homes today!" Do you have what it takes to be a pet foster family?

2 Long Beach Natives Selected By Boston Red Sox In MLB Draft

Anthony Eyanson was selected in the third round, while Myles Patton was taken in the seventh round by the Red Sox.

Man Accused Of Breaking Into North County Home, Sexually Assaulting Woman

The suspect forced his way into the victim's bedroom armed with a box cutter, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.

LA Sheriff's Department Is Sending Inmates Into ICE Custody: Report

Despite local city ordinances aimed at protecting people from deportation, the action is not considered illegal, according to a new report.