Famed SoCal Rocker Steps Down Over Health | Girls Arrested In School Shooting Plot |Axolotl Exhibit: Patch PM

Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Wednesday, Oct. 21.

2 RivCo Girls' School Shooting Terror Plot Was 'Revenge-Based': Police

Two 15-year-old girls were arrested this week on suspicion of a revenge-based shooting plan in the Corona area, the police and FBI report.

Video Appears To Show ICE SUV Swerve Into Cyclist In Long Beach

New footage shows an ICE SUV swerving toward a U.S. citizen on an e-bike before a violent detention that left him hospitalized.

New Axolotl Exhibit Opens At Birch Aquarium In La Jolla

The new exhibit features endangered axolotls, colorful artwork and special programming through spring 2027.

Guitarist Founder Of Famous SoCal Band Steps Away Due To 'Serious Health Issue,' Band Says

The lead guitar and backup vocalist since the band's inception announced he's taking a break from the stage.

3 Romanians Arrested Near Oceanside, Including Suspected Organized Crime Member

Border Patrol officials said one of the suspects had an outstanding warrant in Virginia related to alleged credit card fraud.

Beloved Police Dog, Hoki, Dies In Indio, Remembered By Police Department

The Indio Police Department shared a loving tribute to Hoki, who died on Monday.

2 South Bay Men Arrested In LA County Burglary Spree: Guns, Wi-Fi Jammers Seized

The suspects were arrested in connection with a string of residential burglaries across Los Angeles County, police said.

Coyote That Attacked LA Toddler Identified Through DNA Testing: Officials

DNA testing confirmed the coyote killed by wildlife officials was the same animal that attacked a 16-month-old boy in LA.

Missing Girl, 13, Triggers Police Search In Orange County: Have You Seen Ayah?

A 13-year-old Fountain Valley girl has been missing since Saturday, Oct. 17. How to help.

9 Cats Killed In IE Mobile Home Fire, 1 Rescued: Cal Fire

One cat was successfully resuscitated and transported to a veterinary hospital for further treatment, fire officials said.

Killer Whales, Humpbacks Spotted Off San Diego Coast: Photos

A local photographer captured photos of killer whales and humpback whales during two whale-watching trips off San Diego.

Man Accused Of Plotting Rolling Hills Estates Attorney's Killing Pleads Not Guilty

Richard Wall Sr., 73, remains jailed without bail in a case involving two killings allegedly linked to legal disputes.

Student Armed With Handgun Arrested At Bell Gardens High School: Police

The incident prompted a lockdown and large police response Wednesday morning.

Ebony Alert Issued In RivCo For 16-Year-Old Girl Last Seen In Santa Barbara County: CHP

CHP activated the alert on behalf of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office.