99¢ Tacos; 100th Birthday Party; Coachella Lineup: Saturday Smiles

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — To keep your weekend light, Patch presents some positive Southern California stories from the past week — many that hopefully will brighten your day.

Animals

Good Dog: RivCo K-9 Cop Sniffs Out Liquid Meth In Gas Tank Worth $250K

This Riverside County Border Patrol K-9 officer sniffed out a truck topped off with a bit more kick than regular gasoline.

Something 'Unprecedented' Is Happening With Orcas Off The CA Coast

A pod of Eastern Tropical Pacific orcas has been spotted in the coastal waters from San Diego to Ventura.

Arts and Entertainment

Coachella 2024 Lineup: Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, No Doubt & More In 2024

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival brings the bands to the 2024 April concert series. Here are the latest musician updates.

Disney On Ice Brings 'Encanto,' 'Frozen' Stories To San Diego

The all-new show will feature the stories and songs from the Disney films, along with ice skating and aerial acrobatics.

Headliners For Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival 2024 Announced

Organizers for the annual event, celebrating Temecula's best in food, wine, and entertainment, released the official headliners for 2024.

Jurassic Quest Returns To San Diego With 'Life-Like Dinosaurs'

Jurassic Quest also features live shows, rideable dinosaurs, science and art activities, bounce houses, photo opportunities and more.

Unique View Of Palm Springs Art Museum's Oversized Art Of Viola Frey

Learn more about the oversized art of Viola Frey on display at the Palm Springs Art Museum in January.

Business

99¢ Fish Tacos At Rubio's: It's 1983 Again

The deal marks the chain's 41st anniversary - when its fish tacos actually were just 99 cents - and coincides with National Fish Taco Day.

99¢ Fish Tacos At Rubio's: It's 1983 Again In San Diego

The deal marks the chain's 41st anniversary — when its fish tacos actually were just 99 cents — and coincides with National Fish Taco Day.

CA Restaurant Weeks 2024: Guide To The Best In California

Here's your chance to enjoy local chefs' limited-time specials with discounts & prix-fixe menus. Or hit the road for a culinary adventure!

Chuck E. Cheese Celebrates Reopening Of Remodeled San Diego Store

The National City location recently underwent renovations, including the addition of new arcade games and an interactive dance floor.

Elon Musk Is Bringing Drive-In Movies Back To Los Angeles

The drive-in theater is getting a Tesla-focused twist, complete with dozens of EV chargers and a rooftop restaurant.

IE Boba Shop Ransacked, Burglarized: Still, Owners Host City Clean-Up

When burglars smashed their shop's windows, it could have shattered the store owner's faith in their community, but the opposite occurred.

OEB Breakfast Co. Amps Up Weekday Brunch With Free Champagne

The Newport Beach restaurant is offering Monday-to-Friday diners free bubbly, alongside its innovative menu of shakshuka, egg Bennys & more.

New Pizza Eatery To Open Doors In South OC

The Sacramento-based pizza franchise concept will be giving out "free pizza cards" to pizza lovers on its opening day in Laguna Woods.

Where To Get Your Pozole Fix This Winter In Inland Empire

The hearty, Mexican soup is available for a limited time at Miguel's Jr. IE locales, so order soon before the tasty, seasonal special ends.

Where To Get Your Pozole Fix This Winter In Orange County

The hearty, Mexican soup is available for a limited time at Miguel's Jr. OC locales, so order soon before the tasty, seasonal special ends.

Community

2 E-Bikes Gifted To Sheriff's Deputies In OC Beach Town

From sandy beach to city street, the bikes will help deputies tackle diverse terrain, San Clemente officials said.

11,000 To Be Hired For IE To Las Vegas High-Speed Rail Project

Trade Unions and Brightline West will hire approximately 11,000 construction workers to complete the 218-mile-long rail service line.

Coachella Valley Library To Get New Lease On Life

The city of Desert Hot Springs's offer on the former county-owned library building was approved one week ago. Now, the real work will begin.

Murrieta Woman Turns 100 Years Young, City Celebrates Along With Her

This Murrieta centenarian has seen many changes in her 100 years, including indoor plumbing and working in a Naval Shipyard during WWII.

The Flower Fields To Soon 'Spring Into Color' In San Diego County

Tickets and season passes for the 2024 season at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch went on sale this week.

Events

Get Outside And Discover The Beauty Of Santee During 'Discovery Day'

"Santee Discovery Day is a great way to get outside and appreciate the beauty and learn about the natural environment that surrounds us."

Weekend Events

IE Weekend: Burger Battle; Kid Fishing Clinic; Vineyard 5K; Lunar Fest

Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Jan. 20-21, throughout the Inland Empire? Patch has you covered.

LA Weekend: ‘Confessions Of A Prairie B*tch’; Iconic Cheeseburger Week

Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Jan. 20-21, throughout Los Angeles County? Patch has you covered.

OC Weekend: Monster Jam; Psychic Sunday; 'Seussical, Jr.'; Gun Show

Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Jan. 20-21, in Orange County? Patch has you covered.

SD Weekend: Disney On Ice; Jurassic Quest; Elmo's Furry Fun Fest

Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Jan. 20-21, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.