Marine Goes Missing; Power Shutoffs; Major Heat Wave: SoCal In Brief

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — We've rounded up the stories you may have missed over the holiday weekend to prepare you for the week ahead.

But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, residents should know a heat wave is expected in much of Southern California this week with temperatures inching upward each day, according to the National Weather Service.

"Temperatures will trend upwards over the next few days, with potentially dangerous heat expected Wednesday through Friday, and as early as Tuesday for the western San Fernando Valley," NWS Los Angeles forecasters wrote Monday. "The most dangerous heat will occur Thursday across valley and foothill locations. Temperatures will start to lower next weekend."

In other news, a search continued for a Marine stationed at Camp Pendleton who went missing last week after leaving a bar in San Diego County, authorities said.

A Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy and two other people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash where the deputy slammed into an apartment building in South Los Angeles.

Six firefighters suffered minor injuries in a 650-acre brush fire in Riverside County, authorities said.

Some residents in one Los Angeles County community remained under an evacuation warning as Southern California Edison shut off electricity in the area. The shutoff comes amid worsening landslides that have accelerated across 680 acres following heavy rains in spring 2023, causing damage to homes, roads and utilities.

Plus, hotel workers at the Westin Long Beach unanimously ratified a new contract that will increase their pay by 60% over the next three and a half years, according to Unite Here Local 11, which represents more than 32,000 hospitality workers in Southern California and Arizona. The announcement about the Long Beach workers came as other hotel workers represented by Unite Here were staging walkouts in eight cities across the U.S., including San Diego, San Francisco and San Jose.

Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

James Darren, 'Gidget' Teen Idol, Singer And Director, Dies At 88

James Darren, the heartthrob actor who helped ignite America's surfing craze, died at a Los Angeles hospital.

1 Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash In Riverside County

Two additional people were rushed to a hospital in unknown condition.

2 7-Eleven Stores About 8 Miles Apart Hit By Armed Robbers

The armed suspects were all dressed entirely in black and wore ski masks, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

6 Firefighters Injured In 650-Acre Fire In Riverside County

Six firefighters were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.

Deputy, 2 Others Hospitalized Following South Los Angeles Collision

A deputy and two other people were injured after a two-vehicle crash where the deputy slammed into an apartment building, authorities said.

Firefighters Halt Brush Fire In Riverside County

No injuries, evacuations or road closures were reported.

Hiker Rescued After Suffering Medical Emergency On Palm Desert Trail

The hiker was airlifted by a Riverside County Sheriff's Department rescue helicopter and taken to an awaiting ambulance.

Injured Hiker Rescued On Trail Near Temescal Valley

A sheriff's rescue helicopter airlifted the patient to an awaiting ambulance.

LA County Community Under Evacuation Warning Amid Power Shutoff

The shutoff comes amid worsening landslides that have accelerated across 680 acres following heavy rains in spring 2023.

Man Fatally Shot In San Diego's East Village

The victim was taken to a hospital, where he died shortly afterward, police said.

Man Fatally Shot Near Chicano Park In San Diego

Officers found multiple cartridge casings and a vehicle that had been struck by gunfire several times, police said.

Missing Camp Pendleton Marine Last Seen Leaving Carlsbad Bar

Lance Cpl. Bailey Cameron was last seen around 1:30 a.m. Aug. 25 leaving the Coyote Bar & Grill, police said.

Report Of A Gunman On The Pier Causes Scare, 2 Arrested Arrested

A person waived what appeared to be a gun amid the crowd on the Newport Beach Pier, according to police.

Woman In 60s Suspected Of Attempted Armed Robbery At Culver City ATM

The suspect approached a woman at the machine from behind and threatened to shoot if she didn't put money in a bag, police said.

Workers At Westin Long Beach Ratify New Contract

Unite Here Local 11 represents more than 32,000 hospitality workers in Southern California and Arizona.

6 Of 7 Planets Visible In Pre-Dawn Sky: How To See Them In CA

Take a peek at the pre-dawn skies over California through early September, and you'll be able to see six planets.

Animal Abusers Facing Strict Prohibition Starting Jan. 1 In California

The legislation is expected to be signed by the governor in the coming days.

CA Has 8 Of Top 10 Cities With Highest DUI Rates: Ranking

Every city in the top 10 was from either California or North Carolina.

CA University Ranks As Top Party School In America: Study

The rankings were based on student reviews and nightlife statistics.