A 17-year-old boy has died after being struck by a pickup truck as he helped push his family's disabled car down an Anaheim road. Witnesses told KTLA the teenager and his older male cousin were pushing a car in the 8700 block of Cerritos Avenue around 8:15pm Tuesday when a speeding Honda pickup truck smashed into them from behind.
Teenager Dies After Leg Amputation at Scene of Crash
Belligerent Disneyland Drunk Arrested & Identified
The belligerent man wreaking havoc on Disneyland Saturday has been identified, and the cell phone video capturing the violent incident has gone viral. Anaheim police have identified the drunken patron as 53-year-old Glenn Horlacher. As shown in the video, an inebriated Horlacher relentlessly heckles, swings and kicks at anything and anyone in his path.
Man Gets Life in Prison Without Parole For Murdering Escort He Only Intended to Rob
A man convicted for the beating and strangling death of an escort in a Garden Grove hotel room has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. 36-year-old Cesar Gomez of El Monte was convicted in the fall for murdering 24-year-old Ashley Lilly at the Crown Plaza Anaheim Resort, near Disneyland, according to City News Service.
Three-Year-Old Killed, Mother Injured in Hit and Run
A mother was critically injured and her three-year-old daughter killed when they were struck by a car while walking in a crosswalk in Anaheim yesterday evening, reports City News Service. The pair were crossing the street just before 6:00 p.m. when a light-colored Nissan, which was later discovered to be stolen, hit them and sped away.
Family: Suspected OC Homeless Serial Killer Was a Deeply Troubled Iraq Vet
The family of Itzcoatl Ocampo, who was arrested in connection with the murders of four homeless men in the past month, describe him as a deeply troubled Iraq vet who harbored a troubling secret.
Christmas Day Murder: OC Man Charged With Killing His Wife While Their Children Were Home
The Orange County DA's office has charged a man with murdering his wife on Christmas.
William Wallace, 30, of Anaheim has been charged with beating his wife 26-year-old Zazell Preston to death
Disneyland Employee Hit & Killed by Car While Riding Bicycle Home from Work
After leaving "The Happiest Place on Earth" on Thursday morning, a female bicyclist was struck and killed by a vehicle. The woman, a Disneyland employee whose name has not been released, was riding home from work.
Naked Man On Drugs Nearly Dies After Jumping Out of a Car [UPDATED]
A young man from Cypress nearly died Sunday night when he jumped out of a moving vehicle in Anaheim. The 22-year-old, whose identity has not been released, was naked and under the influence of unspecified drugs, say authorities, according to the OC Register.
Boyfriend Arrested, Suspected of Fatally Shooting 20-Year-Old Woman
An Orange County man has been arrested on suspicion of shooting and killing his 20-year-old girlfriend, reports CBS News. 20-year-old Samuel Montes was arrested Saturday after authorities learned that he had been at the scene of Nicole Gutierrez's death but then fled. He was taken into custody on suspicion of Gutierrez' murder and is being held on $1 million bail.
Chinese Tourist Critically Injured in Hit and Run, Police Seek Suspect
Authorities are hoping the public can help them find the driver of a pickup truck that struck and critically injured a 45-year-old tourist from China, reports CBS News. The man, who had just arrived to the U.S. with his family when he was hit on July 27, was crossing the street at Harbor Blvd. when a car ran into him.
Nature vs. Domesticated Nature: Coyotes Kill Dog Near Braille Institute
There have been several coyotes sightings by area residents who are concerned about the safety of their children, local blind students, and pets. Teachers at the Braille Institute are worried that coyotes may "clash with guide dogs."
PETA Turns Children Anti-Circus At Ringling Bros. Protest In Anaheim
Wednesday night's protest of Ringling Bros.' new show "Fully Charged" drew a crowd of approximately 100 animal rights activists, including members of PETA, to the Honda Center in Anaheim. The arena also endured a similar afternoon protest yesterday.
PETA Heads South, Protests Tonight's Ringling Bros. Anaheim Premiere
On the heels of PETA's Ringling Bros. protest last Wednesday, animal rights activists have planned gatherings today at Anaheim's Honda Center to continue anti-circus rallies.
Ace Invaders! MLG Brings World's Finest to Anaheim
Major League Gaming (MLG), the world's largest professional video game league, is coming to Anaheim this weekend (July 29th-31st). With over $120,000 in prizes at stake, the best players in the world are duking it out in Halo: Reach, Starcraft 2, and Call of Duty: Black Ops.
Extra, Extra
In tonight's Extra, Extra, two notorious L.A. women get reality shows, local bartenders head to the Big Easy, Cali's colleges get slammed, and video games hit the OC. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports.
Mary Jane In The Land Of Mickey & Minnie: Kush Expo Lights Up Outdoors In Anaheim
Linear time is just like, your opinion, man. The 'second annual' Kush convention is rolling into the Anaheim Convention Center this weekend, a mere eight months after the first (a third expo has also been booked for Nov. 18-20), according to the OC Register.
Burgers n' Beer: Umami to Open at Anaheim Brewery
Two-year-old L.A. burger phenomenon Umami Burger is OC bound. The sixth location of the gourmet burger bar is scheduled to open December 1 in the Anaheim Brewery complex, reports the OC Register.
Former Police Chief Received 'No Favorable Treatment' in Dick Pics Case, Say City Officials
After agreeing to a plea deal that kept him off the sex offender registry and out of jail, authorities are insisting that former Huntington Park Police Chief Paul Lawrence Wadley received no favorable treatment by the court. The OC Register reports that the Anaheim city attorneys who dealt with the case say that it was handled in accordance with the facts.
Arrest Made in Fatal Stabbing of Anaheim 12-Year-Old
An arrest was made late last night in the fatal stabbing of a 12-year-old Anaheim boy. The suspect is 18-year-old Bryan Ocampo of Anaheim, who was taken into custody at approximately 9:15 Monday night, according to the Daily Breeze. Ocampo had been considered a "person of interest" since about five hours after the child was killed in an apartment building parking lot.
12-Year-Old Anaheim Boy Fatally Stabbed
A 12-year-old boy was fatally stabbed outside an apartment building in Anaheim, reports KTLA. The boy, whose name hasn't been released, was found lying on the ground by police officers and was taken to a local trauma center where he later died. He's thought to be a student at nearby Sycamore Junior High.
Extra, Extra
In tonight's Extra, Extra, LA tries to keep its beaches clean, GOOD LA launches a photo contest, a day honoring war vets in Anaheim, and the re-opening of a legendary LA hotel. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports.
Anaheim Will Not Have 'Kings' To Rule The Court
With the Sacramento Kings at "the brink of relocating" to the Honda Center in Anaheim, the Maloof family, team owners since 1999, announced Monday after months of negotiations, that plans to move to Orange County have been "at least temporarily abandoned" because of "opposition to the move by the NBA," notes the OC Register.
At Least 2 People Want "Friday" Viral Video Teen Singer Rebecca Black Dead
Authorities in Anaheim are investigating two recent death threats against teen singer Rebecca Black, whose video "Friday" was a viral sensation, according to the OC Register. 13-year-old Black, who hails from Anaheim Hills, became the target of much critical and public scrutiny when her professionally-produced video soared to popularity. Sgt. Rick Martinez explains that the recent death threats came from people who dislike the video and "want it off the Internet."
Extra, Extra
In tonight's Extra, Extra, the fate of the Sacramento Kings hangs in the air, LAPD makes a concession for high school kids, supergraphics are under attack, and an OC judge gave a little too much help to his friends. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports.
Woman Killed After Intentionally Walking Onto The 5 Freeway
According to authorities, a woman intentionally walked in front of a car on the northbound side of the 5 Freeway in Anaheim on Monday and was struck by several vehicles and killed, reports the Daily Breeze.
Anaheim Got Game, Name: City Approves $75M to Lure NBA's Kings
Now that the Lakers and the Clippers are regularly selling out Staples Center, why not bring a third NBA team into the fold? Anaheim City Council voted to approve $75 million in bonds for improvements to Honda Center and its surroundings in an effort to convince the owners of the Sacramento Kings, the Maloof family, to up and vamoose.
But there will be no "Anaheim Royals of Los Angeles' Neighboring County Orange in Southern California."
OC Man's Checklist for Molesting Boys: Potato Chips, Cigarettes, Toys, & Porn
55-year-old Robert Bedolla Ambriz of Anaheim was convicted this week of 11 criminal counts of sex and lewd or lascivious acts with a minor, reports the OC Register. Ambriz's m.o. was to "lure" young boys into his apartment by offering them potato chips, toys, and cigarettes, then showing them pornographic videos and ultimately sexually assaulting them. One of Ambriz's victims was nine years old, and mentally disabled.
Ferris Bueller GPS: Anaheim Tracks Down Kids Who Cut Class
Anaheim Union High School District is the first in California to test GPS technology as part of a "six-week pilot program" aimed to cut down on the frequency of cutting class, reports the OC Register. Last week, 7th and 8th graders with four or more unexcused school absences were assigned to carry a handheld GPS device.
Circus Fans Go 'Behind The Striped Curtain' Tonight In Anaheim
Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, for a night of striking artwork and bizarre attractions. Afraid of clowns? Do stay at home. They’ll be ever-present, hanging from the walls and possibly greeting you in person. Rothick Art Haus in Anaheim is hosting featured artist Michael White’s circus-themed group show, Behind the Striped Curtain tonight (Feb. 12), from 7-11 pm. Want to know what exists behind the curtain? Keep reading.
Anaheim Not Amused by Taggers Mickey and Goofy
Anaheim residents are up in arms over Disney's so-called "urban-art" line of clothing, which features characters like Mickey and Goofy with spray cans, slouching away from freshly tagged walls.

