Pier Bomb Threat | Coyote In Child Attacks Killed | Southland Cooldown: SoCal In Brief

SAN DIEGO, CA — As we head into the new work week, we've rounded up the stories you may have missed Saturday through Monday to prepare you for the week ahead.

But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, residents should expect cooler temperatures and rain this week, according to the National Weather Service.

"A cooling trend will begin across Southwest California on Monday with temperatures back to near normal by mid week," NWS Los Angeles forecasters wrote Sunday. "Rain is likely to affect the area sometime between Thursday and Saturday."

In other news, multiple brush fires forced evacuations; a girl was arrested on suspicion of murdering a after being hit with a metal water bottle at school; a person was found dead on a beach; a bomb threat turned out to be a hoax at a SoCal pier; and a coyote was killed after biting a 4-year-old twice.

Plus, President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Republican Steve Hilton in the California governor's race. Trump announced his endorsement of the former Fox News host on social media Sunday night.

Hilton is one of two Republican candidates running in this year's race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

1 Killed, 1 Injured In Orange County Collision

A man and woman were ejected from the car, police said.

2 Dead In Julian Crash

A witness told the CHP a lifted pickup truck collided head-on with another pickup.

5 Men Arrested On Suspicion Of Grand Theft In Cabazon

The men were accused of stealing copper wire, authorities said.

Arrest Made In 12-Year-Old's Death In School Hallway Attack, LAPD Says

A girl has been arrested on suspicion of murder, LAPD said, in the incident where a student died after being hit with a metal water bottle.

Brush Fire Burns 33 Acres Near Callaway Vineyard & Winery

The blaze blackened 33 acres Sunday along Rancho California Road before firefighters fully contained it.

Brush Fire Forces Evacuations, Threatens Structures In San Marcos

Firefighters in San Marcos have stopped the forward progress of a brush fire that threatened structures.

Horse Euthanized After Falling During Race At Santa Anita

The 3-year-old filly is the seventh horse to die from a racing or training injury at the Arcadia track this year.

LAPD Officers Fatally Shoot Suspected Gunman

The suspect, identified as Eliar Real Hernandez, was struck by gunfire and pronounced dead at the scene.

Male Found Dead On Beach Below Point Fermin Bluffs In San Pedro

The person, whose age was not provided, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing From Vehicles Of Funeral Attendees

Kurt Gruen of Grand Terrace was arrested after leading authorities on a brief pursuit that ended in Hemet, officials said.

Man Arrested In Barstow After Leading CHP On Hourslong Pursuit From Ventura

The pursuit took place from Ventura County to the Victorville-Hesperia area and beyond in light Easter traffic.

Man Charged With Stabbing 70-Year-Old Woman In Downtown LA

The woman suffered injuries including a broken neck and a punctured artery, according to the District Attorney's Office.

Man Killed In San Jacinto Shooting, Suspect At Large

No arrests had been made as of Sunday afternoon.

Man Shot Near LA Convention Center

Paramedics took the man to a hospital with stable vital signs, police said.

Man Who Fled To Mexico To Avoid Arrest Gets Credit For Time Served

Leslie Kay Peterson, 72, fled to Mexico after receiving a first-degree robbery conviction in Washington state, prosecutors said.

Officials Kill Coyote That Pounced On 4-Year-Old In Carson

The coyote twice bit the child in an attack caught on video.

Orange County Judge Rejects 'Honor Roll Murder' Appeal

Kirn Young Kim was convicted in July 1994 of murder in the beating death of 17-year-old Stuart Tay on New Year's Eve 1992 in Buena Park.

Possible Bomb Threat At Santa Monica Pier Determined To Be Not Credible

The pier remained open throughout the assessment.

Residents Ordered To Evacuate As 4,176-Acre Brush Fire Rages In Riverside County

The fire, first reported at around 11 a.m., was about 50 acres, then spread to around 1,000 acres by around 1 p.m., officials say.

Springs Fire Now At 75 Percent Containment, Many Evacuation Orders Lifted

As of Saturday afternoon, the brush fire in Riverside County had consumed more than 4,100 acres, according to officials.

Suspect Fatally Shot During East Los Angeles Standoff Identified

No deputies or members of the public were injured.

Suspect Jailed In Fatal San Marcos Hit-Run

John J. Alvarado, 39, was booked into San Diego Central Jail on suspicion of hit-and-run causing death and gross vehicular manslaughter.

Teenager Shot In South LA

The boy was taken by ambulance to a hospital.

Vehicle Crashes Into Building, 4 Injured In Palm Desert

All four occupants were taken to a local hospital, officials said.

Woman Found Mortally Wounded On LA Street

Arriving officers noted she had "signs of trauma," police said.

21 CA Employers Make Fortune's Best Companies To Work For 2026 List

This year's rankings were based on feedback from more than 1.3 million employees nationwide.

4 CA Counties Among Nation’s Biggest Population Losers. Here's Why

New U.S. Census estimates show which California cities are losing residents — and which ones are gaining population.

CA Going Red Not So Far-Fetched Now: Messy Governor's Race Raises Democratic Fears Loss

Voting begins about a month, and Democrats could get locked out of the governor's race in the general election with down-ballot impacts.

CA Woman Returns Home After Trump Administration Deported Her To Mexico

A judge ordered the return of a “Dreamer" who had been living in California for decades when agents arrested her at an immigration hearing.

Californians Who Move Away Are Finding The Grass Really Is Greener, New UC Study Finds

The increasing cost of living has continued to force people out of California. But how are Californians faring in other states?

One-Quarter Of New UC Students Transfer From Community Colleges: Report

About 36,000 students attending community colleges applied to transfer to a UC school in 2025.

Popular Fashion Apparel Chain To Shut 25 Stores In 2026

The company reported an increase in net sales year-over-year, despite the announcement of expected closures.

Trader Joe's Expansion To Include New Stores In California This Year

Trader Joe's plans to open two new stores in California as a part of the company's growing nationwide expansion.