Security guard's death at San Diego mosque renews efforts to upgrade training standards for private security employees

U.S. military conducts training exercises in L.A. area

The US military has been conducting training exercises in the L.A. area. People heard the sounds of explosions and low-flying helicopters in Long Beach overnight. KNX News' Jon Baird has the latest.

Ava Max, Pussycat Dolls to perform at OUTLOUD musical festival in WeHo

Hundreds of thousands of people are about to fill the streets of West Hollywood as WeHoPride kicks off Friday night with the OUTLOUD music festival. KNX News' Karen Adams reports.

Beach movies and chili cook-offs: What's happening this weekend?

Summer is officially starting to feel real. This weekend brings free donuts, beach movies, Pride celebrations, classic cars, cycling events, chili cook-offs, and plenty of live entertainment across Southern California. KNX News' Nataly Tavidian reports.

California Watermelon Festival kicks off tomorrow

If you love watermelon, this weekend's for you. The California Watermelon Festival gets underway tomorrow at the Hansen Dam Soccer Fields. The two-day event features many watermelon dishes, including tacos, pupusas, cannoli, cheesecake, and deep-fried watermelon. There will also be live music, arts & crafts, rides, games, and more. California Watermelon Festival's John Mejia and Edgar Rodriguez from Salty Sweet Kettle Corn talk about it with L.A.'s Morning News.

"Masters of the Universe," "Scary Movie 6" hits the theaters

A big weekend at the movies. "Masters of the Universe," "Scary Movie 6," and "Power Ballad" open in theaters. Award-winning movie critic Scott Mantz talks about them with L.A.'s Morning News.