A day-by-day listing of everything Just SoCal published in October 2026, newest first. Every headline links to the full article.
October 31
October 30
October 28
- FBI Raids Beverly Hills Mansion in Connection with Former Rep. Eric Swalwell Investigation
- Newport Beach Confronts Record Tides as El Niño Impacts Coast
- Minecraft Creator's Beverly Hills Mansion Relisted for $70 Million, Same Price as 2014 Purchase
- Appeals Court Upholds Danny Masterson's Rape Convictions
October 27
- Lakers Sold Again for $12.5 Billion in Surprise Deal Led by Bob Iger, Josh Kushner
- Hollywood Veterans to Launch "Military Con" in San Diego
- Horror Maestro John Carpenter and Sandy King Sweeten the Scene with Signature Chocolate Bars
- Sir Tom Jones Reschedules Southern California Concerts Due to Flu
- Houdini II Plans High-Rise Escape Above Hollywood's Magic Castle
- Balboa Island's Sugar 'N Spice Bringing Frozen Bananas to Long Beach
- Pasadena Readies to Crown 2027 Rose Queen This Week
- Walter Koenig, Star Trek's Ensign Chekov, Dies at 90
- Harajuku Day in Little Tokyo Embraces 'Sickly Cute' Style for Community and Openness
- Rams Tabbed as Clear Favorites Against Struggling Chargers in Week 8
- Tom Jones Postpones Southern California Concerts Due to Flu
- Sold-Out Pokémon Night Out Unleashes Lasers and Legendary Creatures at Inglewood's Intuit Dome
- Socal Coasts Brace for More High Tides After Monday's Record Waters
October 26
- L.a. Launches Automated Speed Cameras, Starting with a Warning
- Doja Cat and Latto Bring World Tour to San Diego's Viejas Arena
- Chinatown to Host Paul Mccarthy's Edible "Tree Plug" Factory
- Everson Royce Bar in Downtown LA Announces Permanent Closure After 11 Years
- Global Japanese Lounge Chain Opens First California Outpost in San Diego
- Southern California Coast Braces for Days of Extreme High Tides
- Emmy-Winning Voice Actor Eric Bauza, Modern Voice of Bugs Bunny, Dies at 46 in Los Angeles
- No Los Angeles Pizzerias Make Doordash's Top California Delivery List
- Solita Tacos Abruptly Closes Valencia Town Center Location
October 25
- Cineopera Brings Amaro Bar and Communal Screenings to Arts District
- California Voters to Consider $25 Billion Housing Assistance Measure
- Metrolink Temporarily Halts Orange County Line Service Due to High Tide Concerns
- Anaheim Couple Sentenced for Trafficking Endangered Wildlife Parts
- Rams Head to Las Vegas to Face Raiders in Pivotal Matchup
- Boo at the L.a. Zoo Returns for Second Weekend of Halloween Fun
- Federal Review Threatens California's Coastal Protection Authority
- Hollywood's Blondie Transforms From Casual Dinner to Lively Night Spot
- Downtown L.a.'s Original Pantry Cafe Prepares for November Return
- Jay-Z Returns to Sofi Stadium After Years Away
October 24
- L.a. Zoo Unveils Two Weekends of Halloween Festivities
- Southern California Shores Brace for Weeks of Record-Setting High Tides
- UFC Co-Founder Rorion Gracie Lists Rolling Hills Estates Home for Nearly $4 Million
- Disneyland Nearly Axed Its Annual Pass Program, Former CEO Reveals
- Sherman Oaks Set to Open Rum Bar Promising Theatrical Transport
- Metrolink Pauses Southern Orange County Coastal Service Due to High Tides
- Five Drinking Spots Identified as Annual Standouts in Los Angeles
- L.a. Restaurant Critics Unveil Guide to the City's 101 Essential Dining Spots
- Stevie Wonder Files Lawsuit to Evict Reported Ex-Fiancée From Studio City Property
- Los Angeles Sparks on the Market with Record-Setting Price Tag
- Coachella Valley Public Cemetery to Host Annual Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
- All-Star Cast to Perform 'a Christmas Carol' Live in Burbank for Charity
October 22
- Del Mar Brings Back Thanksgiving Racing for Fall Meet, Adds New Festival
- Beverly Hills Rooftop Bar Serves Sophisticated Cocktails with Sweeping Hillside Views
- NWS Investigates Possible Tornado in San Clemente Amid Strong Socal Storm
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Los Angeles County
- 911 Service Briefly Interrupted Across Coachella Valley Cities
- Dodgers Face Pivotal Offseason Decision on Shohei Ohtani's Pitching Future
- Bar Fortuna Brings Local Pasta and Negronis to Santa Monica's Main Street
- The Unexpected Throng at San Pedro's 1:30 A.m. Fish Market
- Rock Hall Inductee Billy Idol Heading to Downey Middle School to Champion Music Education
- Billy Crystal's Broadway Show Reflects on Pacific Palisades Fire and a Life in Southern California
- Angels Part Ways with Manager Kurt Suzuki After Record-Setting Loss Season
- Teenage Girls Arrested in Riverside County Over Alleged School Shooting Plot
- Southern California Braces for Another Mid-Week Storm
- Tom Cruise to Receive AFI Life Achievement Award in Hollywood
October 21
- Angel City Chorale Sets Royce Hall for Holiday Shows, Homeboy Industries Toy Drive
- Long Beach Peninsula Homes Eroding as Ocean Waves Overwhelm Defenses
- This Weekend: Haunted Theaters, Ballets, and "Dog Beer" in Southern California
- Former Imagineer Calls Original Splash Mountain Theme a 'Horrible Idea'
- San Clemente Grapples with Dual Threats: Wildfires and Coastal Erosion
- Back to the Future Mall Proposed for Data Center Transformation in City of Industry
- Brandi Carlile to Receive Humanitarian Award in Downtown Los Angeles
- Little Luck Izakaya Opens on West Hollywood’s Sunset Strip
- LAX People Mover Hits Another Snag, Pushed to Next Year
- Porto's Bakery Confirms Ontario Location, Targeting 2028 Opening
- Southbound PCH Lanes Close Indefinitely Near Laguna Beach for Slope Stabilization
- Oxnard Police Department to Host Eleventh Annual "Spooktacular" Trunk or Treat Event
- Union Station Kicks Off Holidays with 11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
- U2 to Play Halftime at First NFL Thanksgiving Eve Game at Sofi Stadium
October 20
- San Diego Wave Owners Propose Dedicated Stadium and Development at Del Mar Fairgrounds
- Six Flags Faces Scrutiny Amid Safety Concerns, Including Local X2 Closure
- Critics Choice Association Set to Honor Black Cinema and Television in Los Angeles
- Armin Van Buuren's a State of Trance Announces First U.s. Festival for Los Angeles in 2027
- Downtown L.a.'s Cole's, Home of the French Dip, Eyes November Reopening
- AI Leaders Outline Plans to Distribute Tech Wealth to the Public
- U2 Set for Thanksgiving Eve Halftime Show at Sofi Stadium on Netflix
- Rams Face Significant Roster Challenges After String of Key Injuries
- Romulo “momo” Acosta, Carnitas Pioneer Who Shaped L.a.'s Taco Scene, Dies at 81
- Newport Beach Declares Second Emergency, Braces for King Tides and El Niño
- Santa Monica Pier's Iconic Sign Heads to Las Vegas for Restoration
October 19
- Il Fornaio to Pay $3 Million in Settlement Over Widespread Harassment Claims at Socal and Other Locations
- Jenna Dewan to Dance with New Partner After DWTS Pro Val Chmerkovskiy Suspended
- Commerce Welcomes 115-Foot Christmas Tree After 600-Mile Journey
- Malibu Sinkhole Swallows Nicolas Cage's Driveway, Prompts Street Evacuations
- Darren Criss to Kick Off Palm Springs Plaza Theatre's 90th Anniversary Celebration
- Serial Rapist Andrew Luster Released to Parole, Stoking Outrage in San Gabriel Valley
- Disney Invites Socal Content Creators to Exclusive 'Somos Magic' Summit
- Southern California Sees Busy Week with Concerts, Culinary Debuts, and Community Gatherings
- Swingers Diner Expands East, Opens New Location in Silver Lake
- Unsealed Documents Suggest Mob Informant Had Information on O.j. Simpson Murder Scene
- Forget Dainty Bites: Vesti Pop-Up at Maydan Market Prioritizes Fullness
- Museum Store Sunday Returns to Socal Cultural Institutions This November 29
October 18
- Evacuations Lifted in Coastal Cities as Norte Fire Reaches 50% Containment
- Southern California Wildfire Threat Recedes as Winds Die Down, Rain Brings New Flood Concerns
- System of a Down's Toxicity Celebrated with Six-Day Los Angeles Exhibition
- Swiss Winter Village to Bring Alpine Holiday Charm to Santa Monica Pier
- Norte Fire Damages Homes in South Orange County, Evacuation Orders Partially Lifted
- Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach 2027 Tickets Go on Sale Sunday
- Michaela Jaé Rodriguez to Receive Inaugural Voice of Visibility Award at AIDS Walk Los Angeles
- Southern California Gas Prices Keep Dropping After Early Winter Blend Push
- Seahawks QB Sam Darnold's Recent Performance Raises Questions Ahead of Rams Matchups
- Rams Prepare for Cardinals: Key Predictions for Week 6 NFC West Showdown
- Rams Open Practice Window for Rookie Tackle Keagen Trost
- Lakers Navigate Preseason Surprises and Setbacks Ahead of Regular Season
October 17
- Global Japanese Chain Zuma Opens First California Location in San Diego
- Nancy Silverton's Spacca Tutto Opens in Pacific Palisades Amid Post-Fire Rebuilding
- Norte Fire Destroys Homes, Triggers Wide Evacuations in South Orange County
- Taylor Swift to Perform at Academy Museum’s Annual Fundraising Gala in Los Angeles
- Southern California Prepares for a Spooky Season with Adult-Focused Halloween Events
- Vincent Thomas Bridge Scheduled for 16-Month Deck Replacement Closure
- Hollywood Burbank Airport Opens New $1.3 Billion Terminal
- Gable Delivers Experimental Cocktails and Desserts to Hollywood Roosevelt
- Buss Family Trust Moves to Terminate and Sell Remaining Lakers Shares
October 16
October 15
- Laguna Beach PCH Lane Closed After Hillside Crack Appears
- Disneyland Scales Back New Parking Structure, Shifts Bus Hub in Anaheim
- Pianist Nomi Abadi Opposes Danny Elfman's Request for Arbitration in Defamation Suit
- San Diego Pride Organization Faces Financial Headwinds, Anticipates Significant Changes to Future Events
- Disneyland Prioritized Higher-Spending Guests Over Annual Passholders Under Former CEO
October 14
- Red Flag Warning Issued for LA County as High Winds Bring Fire Danger
- Huntington Beach Waters Closed After 'Aggressive' Great White Sighting
- Paul Reubens Memorabilia Previewing at the Groundlings Before Auction
- Southern California Embraces October with Bavarian Beers, Theatrical Frights, and Cultural Offerings
- LA City Council Starts Warming up for 2028 Olympics with Bureaucratic Playbook
- A Decade In, Hollywood's Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant Still Breaking Down Whole Animals for Michelin-Starred Steaks
- L.a. Rams' Alaric Jackson Suspended Two Games After Post-Game Punch
October 13
- Hollywood Burbank Airport Unveils Modern $1.3 Billion Terminal
- Historic Mel's Drive-In in Santa Monica Faces Demolition Plans
- Quentin Tarantino Returns to Hollywood for AFI FEST 2026 Screening and Discussion
- Disneyland Main Entrance Evacuated After Suspicious Bags Prompt Bomb Squad Response
- Dodgers Weigh Bench Decision for Shohei Ohtani Amid Postseason Struggles
- Storm Rachel Brings High Tides and Damage to Southern California Coasts
- Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Goliath Roller Coaster Temporarily Closed After Fatal Incident in Georgia
- Ojai Conservancy Nears Breaking Point as Turtle Smuggling Skyrockets Through Socal Ports
- Ventura Hosts 22nd Annual Seaside Highland Games
- Southern California Bars Where the Drinks Are Stiff and the Guests Might Be Ghosts
- Actress Selma Blair Faces Charges After Incident on Flight From LAX
October 12
- San Diego County Supervisors Greenlight Regional Film Initiative
- Bagpipes and Brawn: Scottish Highland Games Return to Ventura Coast
- Griffith Park's Centenarian Merry-Go-Round Begins Its Spin Back to Life
- Chargers Dig Deeper Into NFL Cellar After Fifth Straight Loss
- Dana Point Homes Face Collapse Amid Relentless Coastal Erosion
- Written Hand Offers Refined Pre-Theater Dining in Hollywood
- Santa Clarita Residents Return Home as Crews Gain Control Over Bike Fire
- Speed Cameras Installed on Westside, Mid-City Intersections Ahead of Scheduled Rollout
- Long Beach's Historic Boardwalk Crumbles After Successive Storms, Prompting Emergency Repairs and Resilience Plans
- UCLA Rises to No. 12 in AP Poll After Oregon Upset, USC Holds at No. 19
- Historic Filipinotown Stand Draws Crowds for Viral Mango Sticky Rice
- San Diego Chef Arrested After Decade as Fugitive
October 11
- Rams Return to Sofi for Monday Night Matchup Against Buffalo Bills
- Dodgers Head to Milwaukee for NLCS Rematch Against Brewers
- Vesti Pop-Up at Maydan Market Prioritizes Full Bellies Over Dainty Bites
- Southern California Prepares for a Week of Festivals, Frights, and Free Fun
- Tropical Storm Rachel Forces Evacuation at Indio's Head Trip Festival, Floods Socal Coast
- Russell Westbrook Calls Shot on 2028 Olympics Torch Relay
- Aaron Paul Sells Historic Griffith Park Home After Family Relocation to Paris
- Los Angeles Gears up for Ten Days of Día De Muertos Celebrations in 2026, Many of Them Free
- Los Angeles Streets Go Car-Free for Ciclavia's 16th Anniversary
- Dodgers-Brewers NLCS Opens with Lingering August Trade Question
- Rosemead Man Charged in Pasadena White Peacock Cruelty Case
- Dining and Drinks Across Southern California This Weekend
- Coastal Alert: High Surf and Flood Risk for LA County This Weekend
- L.a. Native Russell Westbrook Prepares for Life After Nba, with an Eye on the 2028 Games
- Souplantation to Reopen in Fountain Valley Next Year
- Black Lagoon Halloween Cocktail Pop-Up Returns to Melrose Umbrella Co. This October
- Paula Abdul to Headline Inaugural Susan G. Komen Benefit Concert at Dolby Theatre
- Navigating Disneyland Tickets in 2026: When to Find Deals and When to Brace for Peak Prices
October 10
- From Historic Bridges to Car-Free Streets, Los Angeles Kicks Off a Packed Weekend
- Socal Under Rare Tropical Storm Watch Ahead of Weekend Impacts
- Aerosmith Returns to Hollywood Bowl with All-Star Lineup
- A State of Trance Announces First Two-Day US Festival for Los Angeles in 2027
- Selena Gomez's Rare Impact Fund Returns to Hollywood Palladium This Week
- Influencer Adva Lavie Deemed Competent for Trial on Theft, Burglary Charges
- As L.a. County's $4 Billion Abuse Settlement Stalls, Finance Firms Offer Quick Cash
- Southern California's Massive Wildlife Crossing Faces Down El Niño Threat
- Tropical Storm Rachel Approaches Socal, Bringing Coastal Flooding and Unusual Conditions
- Southern California Coastlines Brace for More After Unexpected Flood Damage
October 9
- From Beaches to Mountains, Southern California Embraces Oktoberfest This Fall
- Queen Mary's Dark Harbor Delivers Haunted Experience on the Water
- Long Beach Continues to Grapple with Coastal Damage From Weeks of High Surf
- Newport Beach Declares Emergency as Coastal Flooding Hits Balboa Peninsula
- Billy Idol to Visit Downey Middle School for Music Education Push
- Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala Set for Beverly Hilton, First Since His Passing
- Independent Bookstores Across Los Angeles Offer More Than Just Books
October 8
- Federal and Local Authorities Target Drug Networks Across Southern California
- Santa Monica's the Victorian Nightclub Closing After 20 Years
- Buss Siblings Push Back Against Jeanie's Lakers Sale Block
- Warner Bros. Studios to Host Standalone 'Gilmore Girls' Holiday Event in Hollywood
- Souplantation Sets 2027 Return to Fountain Valley
- Souplantation Sets 2027 Return to Orange County, Starting in Fountain Valley
- Dodgers Set to Face Milwaukee's Unique Challenge in NLCS
- L.a.'s Trans*cendent Rave, a Vital Space for Trans Women, Faces Closure
- Universal Studios Hollywood Prepares for Holidays, Debuts Merry Minions and Seasonal Super Nintendo World
- Rams Eye Key Defensive Returns as New Minor Injuries Emerge
- Hollywood Roosevelt Unveils New Restaurant Gable with Korean-Inspired Dishes
October 7
- Global Izakaya Chain Zuma Opens First California Outpost in San Diego
- Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Simulator Rolling Into UCLA Next Week
- Aerosmith Books Hollywood Bowl Return with All-Star Lineup
- Sheryl Crow to Headline Free Live on Sunset Concert in West Hollywood
- LA Opera Resurrects Cult Classic for Halloween Weekend in Downtown LA
- Rams Bring Veteran Linebacker Eric Kendricks Back to Socal Practice Squad
- Long Beach Marathon Brings Extensive Road Closures This Weekend
- Delta Jet Clips Air Canada Plane on LAX Taxiway
- Los Angeles Dining Scene Sees New Openings Across the Region
- Disneyland Raises Some Ticket Prices, Eases Annual Passholder Rules Amid Broader Theme Park Challenges
October 6
- Federal Judge Sides with City on Marilyn Monroe Home Historic Status
- Longtime Dodger Executive Fred Claire Dies at 91
- Rabid Raccoon Discovered in Westlake Village, First in L.a. County in Over 50 Years
- Arcadia Couple Arrested After 21 Surrogate Children Found in Home
- LA Art Show Announces 2027 Return to Downtown, Welcomes New Partners and Emerging Artists Fair
- Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery Merge Under New Skydance Corp. Banner
- LA City Council Committee Considers Expanding Anti-Camping Law
- Los Angeles Prepares for Potentially Historic El Niño Season
- Santa Monica's Economic Downturn Detailed in New Rand Study
- Hollywood's Screamfest Kicks Off 10-Day Run with "the Night Driver" Premiere
- Dodgers Drop Game 2 to Braves, Series Heads East Tied
- Laguna Beach Proposal Marred by Racist Rant, Sparks Viral Outrage
- High-End Kogen Omakase Brings Mountain Serenity (and a $295 Bill) to Santa Monica
- A Decade In, Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant Continues to Define Hollywood Steakhouse Standards
- Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Westlake Village, First in LA County Since 1973
- Bacteria Warnings Issued for Multiple LA County Beaches Amid Heat Wave
- Malibu Crash Claims Nobu Chef; Vehicle Linked to Film Composer
- L.a.'s Historic Watering Holes Where the Spirits Might Be More Than Just Drinks
- Palm Springs Pride Prepares for 40th Anniversary Celebration Featuring Aubrey O’day and the Cowgays
October 5
- Tijuana's Culinary Evolution: From Border Gateway to Baja-Med Hub
- Kyren Williams' Double Touchdown Day Lifts Rams to Crucial Comeback Win Over Eagles
- Dog Rescued From Van Submerged in Surf Near Malibu
- Southern California Commuters See Metrolink Fares Jump Amid Budget Strain
- Kayaker Bitten Twice by Shark Off Malibu Coast
October 4
- Official Report Cites Widespread System Gaps in Palisades, Eaton Fire Response
- Rams and Eagles Set for Crucial Matchup with Key Players Sidelined
- L.a. Comedians Named to Time Out's 2026 'Comedians to Watch' List
- Socal Gas Prices See Minimal Dip After Weeks of Steady Increases
- October Heatwave Roasts Southern California, Breaking Records and Straining the Grid
- Zero Fox Opens in Eagle Rock, Bringing Brunch and Game Day Eats to York Boulevard
- Dodgers Secure Game 1 Against Braves, with an Unlikely Hero
- Bouquet Fire Reaches 1,048 Acres Near Santa Clarita, 40% Contained
- Descanso Gardens Lights up La Cañada Flintridge with Annual "Carved" Pumpkin Spectacle
- More Southern California Restaurants Close Amid Lingering Economic Headwinds
- Los Angeles Doesn’t Need a Waffle House, It Has Its Own Breakfast Legends
- Los Angeles Dining Scene Welcomes New Favorites and Reintroductions
- Dodgers Take Game One of NLDS in Scorching Opener
October 3
- L.a. Considers First-Ever Revocation of Active Oil Site Permit in Jefferson Park
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Set to Resume Service After Annual Maintenance
- Tarik Skubal Named Game 1 Starter for Dodgers' NLDS Opener Against Braves
- Doors Drummer John Densmore Jams and Mentors at Homeboy Art Academy
- Halle Berry's Attorney Discredits Ex-Husband's Abuse Allegations After Restraining Order Granted
- Rams Defense Steps up Early in the Season
- Federal Funding Blocked for Key Joshua Tree Preservation Projects
- Investigation Confirms Major Flaws in Altadena and Pacific Palisades Fire Responses
- Metrolink Fares Jumping by up to 27% Amid Agency Funding and Safety Disputes
- An Immersive Sound, Light, and Water Experience Arrives in the Arts District
- Long Beach Confirms First Rabies-Positive Bat in a Decade
- Socal's Latest Bites: Northern Thai, Caribbean Patties, and Echo Park Tacos Worth Seeking Out
- Disney Cuts Nearly 300 Burbank Workers, Offers Early Retirement Amid Industry Streamlining
- Paul Reubens' Beloved Pee-Wee Herman Collection Heads to Los Angeles Auction
October 2
- Pasadena's Peacock Sugar, Attacked by Mail Carrier, Finds New Home on Private Ranch
- AI Takes the Mic on L.a.'s Airwaves as Radio Industry Grapples with the Future
- Aaron Donald Sidelined for Rams' Week 4 Eagles Matchup
- Winter Fest OC Announces Return with New Holiday Light Trail, Bounce Land
- American Cinematheque Awards Gala Rescheduled to 2027 Due to Honoree's Scheduling Conflict
- L.a.'s Decades-Old Hyperion Plant Braces for "Super" El Niño Challenge
- Southern California Faces Week-Long Extreme Heat Wave
- Southern California Prepares for Oktoberfest Celebrations Across the Region
- Rams Expect Puka Nacua Back on Field This Sunday
- Riverside's Heritage House to Host Victorian Dark Carnival
- Prolonged Heat Wave Set to Bake Southern California
- Southern California Celebrates Official Dolly Parton Day Across the Region
October 1
- Los Angeles Moves to Mandate Body Cameras for Federal Immigration Enforcement, Restrict Staging Areas
- Congress Moves to Address Decades of DDT Pollution Off Southern California Coast
- Southern California Braces for Exceptionally Long October Heat Wave
- Los Angeles Speed Camera Rollout Delayed, Set for Halloween Completion
- Santa Fe Springs Restores Little League Access to City Fields
- Manhattan Beach Studio Develops Ai-Generated Pilot with Lee Majors and Nichelle Nichols
- City Hall Pushes LA28 for More Insurance and Public Contract Details
- Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder at Rihanna's Beverly Crest Home
- Peter Thiel Acquires Iconic Bel-Air Mansion for $130 Million
- Los Angeles Zoo Invites Residents to Honor Departed Pets with Community Ofrenda
- Housekeeper's $12.9 Million Dog Attack Award Against Chris Brown Reduced by Judge
- Palm Springs Museum to Open Exhibit on 20th-Century Native Painting
- Warner Bros. Studios to Host Largest Ever 'Gilmore Girls' Holiday Event in Hollywood