Baby Foxes Born At Zoo; Manager Saves Choking Baby: 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

3 Bat-Eared Foxes Born At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

First-time mother Winter and her kits can be seen at the Safari Park's Nairobi Village area.

Neglected Dog Gets New Lease On Life In Mission Viejo

Jake Sully was brought to the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center as a neglected stray and is now looking for a new home.

San Diego Humane Society To Waive License, Microchip Fees Ahead Of July 4

The nonprofit organization encourages pet owners to prepare for Independence Day to prevent pets from getting lost.

See Stunning Photos Of Rare Sperm Whale Off Coast Of Laguna Beach

The rare whale was spotted eight miles off the coast of south Orange County this week.

Business

ALDI Grocery Stores Making Push In Coachella Valley

A fourth location is set to open on June 22.

Amy's Drive Thru Opens Its First SoCal Location In Thousand Oaks

Amy's Kitchen, known for its line of healthy frozen foods, has opened the first SoCal location of its drive-through restaurant chain.

Beverly Bar Offers Elevated Bar Food, Cocktails In Beverly Hills

For Matthew and Justine Raanan, the journey to opening Beverly Bar was not only a labor of love, but it's how they fell in love, too.

DS & Durga Fragrance Brand Opens First West Coast Store In Venice

The Brooklyn-based fragrance brand ventured out of New York City for the very first time to open its flagship West Coast in Venice.

Mariah Carey's Vacation Rental Offered By Booking.com

Booking.com is offering a two-night stay at the Beverly Hills mansion Mariah Carey has lived in for the last three months.

New Entrepreneurial Resource Center Launching In Southwest RivCo

The new facility will offer training, technical assistance, funding access and marketing, as well other services and resources.

Ridiculously Huge Meal Portions Served At These 8 IE Restaurants

From a plate-sized cinnamon roll to a burrito no one has ever finished in one sitting, bigger is better at these Inland Empire eateries

Temecula's Swing Indoor Golf Club Opens, In New Virtual Sport Trend

Golfers, we've found an element your game has been missing. See how Temecula's golf simulator can have you playing on any course, anywhere.

Community

$45M In State Funding Eyed For Riverside County Traffic Relief

The specific projects involve relief in western Riverside County.

100 Affordable Units Coming To Downtown For Low Income Residents

A $3.6 million loan will provide more housing options in Downtown Long Beach for low-income and very low-income residents.

'As Bare As You Dare' World Naked Bike Ride Returns To Los Angeles

World Naked Bike Ride is rolling into Los Angeles next week: Here's what to know about it.

Calabasas Public Works Director Robert Yalda Retires

Robert Yalda had a hand in nearly every public works project in Calabasas' history as an incorporated city.

Ham Radio Operators In RivCo Joining North American 'Field Day'

Ham operators in the United States and Canada will establish temporary broadcasting stations starting on June 23.

Inflatable Ocean Playgrounds Return To Alamitos, Bayshore Beaches

After the popularity of the playground last summer, city officials decided to bring the Wibit playgrounds back for another year.

National Night Out Returns To Beaumont, Touch-A-Truck Display

The first responders will be out to meet and greet the locals at Noble Creek Park in July for the annual National Night Out event.

Pechanga Father's Day Chili Cook-Off Benefits Local Charity

Take Dad to the annual chili cook-off this year instead of getting him that "World's Greatest Dad" mug. Here's what to know when you go.

San Diego Beach Makes Honor Roll, Another Ranks Among 'Most Polluted'

Historic rainfall took a toll on ocean quality throughout the state of California, according to nonprofit Heal The Bay's annual report.

South Bay Man Tours With His $114,000 Pair Of Pants From The Gold Rush

The Gold Rush prospector's work pants, which were recovered from an 1857 shipwreck, will make their first tour stop in Long Beach.

'Skycrane' Added To Riverside County's Firefighting Arsenal

A Sikorsky S-64 helicopter, better known as a "Skycrane," will be stationed at Hemet-Ryan Airport.

Tacos And Beer Manager Saves Choking Baby; Mom Thanks Baby's 'Hero'

The baby's face went purple as she stopped breathing. Then the manager at Tacos & Beer stepped in.

Entertainment

Coachella Music Festival 2024 Dates Announced: How To Get Tickets

Advance ticket sales will start at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 16 at coachella.com.

Downtown Disney Summer 2023 Changes: Shopping, Dining, Entertainment

The Disneyland Resort outdoor shopping area has transformed this year with more activities, restaurants and changes than ever before.

Netflix Restaurant To Feature 'Iron Chef,' 'Nailed It!' Chefs

The popup restaurant opens in LA later this month and will also include cocktails crafted by "Drink Masters" stars.

Regal Offers $2 Movies All Summer Long In San Diego County

Regal Cinemas is offering the Regal Summer Movie Express program. Here's what to know about seeing family-friendly movies for cheap.

See 'Puss In Boots' At Palm Desert Aquatic Center Pool's Dive In Movie

Prepare to fall in love with "Puss In Boots: The Last Wish" in this week's Dive In Movie showing June 16 in Palm Desert.

Walt Disney's Storybook Mansion Is For Rent At $40K A Month

The enchanted Los Feliz home where Walt Disney raised and family and built an empire is now for lease.

Schools

Final Schematic Design Of COD's New Campus: Public Invited To Weigh In

Attendees, whether virtual or in-person, can submit comments for Wednesday's meeting before the public comment period ends.

Southwestern College To Hold Binational Graduation Ceremony In Tijuana

The college's first binational graduation ceremony will enable students to celebrate with friends and family across the border.

Weekend Events

Father's Day Brunch & Dinner: Greater LA Restaurant Specials 2023

Need ideas on where to wine & dine Pops on his big day, Sunday, June 18? Check out what Los Angeles County eateries are cooking up.

Father's Day Brunch & Dinner: Inland Empire Restaurant Specials 2023

Need ideas on where to wine & dine Pops on his big day, Sunday, June 18? Check out what Inland Empire eateries are cooking up.

Father's Day Brunch & Dinner: OC Restaurant Specials 2023

Need ideas on where to wine & dine Pops on his big day, Sunday, June 18? Check out what Orange County eateries are cooking up.

Father's Day Brunch & Dinner: San Diego-Area Restaurant Specials 2023

Need ideas on where to wine & dine Pops on his big day, Sunday, June 18? Check out what San Diego County eateries are cooking up.

IE Weekend: Old Town Music Festival; Chili Cook-Off; Classic Car Shows

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, June 17-18, throughout the Inland Empire? Patch has you covered.

LA Weekend Guide: Watermelon Festival; Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, June 17-18, throughout Greater Los Angeles? Patch has you covered.

OC Weekend: Cook's Corner Chili Cook-Off; Summerfest & Light Show

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, June 17-18, in Orange County? Patch has you covered.

San Diego Weekend: Switchfoot Bro-Am Beach Fest; Octopus Tours; Mission Fest

Looking for things to do this weekend, June 17-18, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.