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San Bernardino woman who entombed boyfriend in backyard sentenced to prison

Trista Ann Spicer was sentenced to 15 years in prison for her second-degree murder conviction in the 2014 slaying of Eric Mercado.

Trista Ann Spicer, convicted of second-degree murder for killing boyfriend Eric Mercado in 2014, reacts as she listens to Mercado’s sister, Mahira Torres, give her impact statement during Spicer’s sentencing hearing at San Bernardino Justice Center on Friday, March 27, 2026. Spicer was sentenced to 15 years in prison. Her attorney said he will appeal the sentence. (Photo by Milka Soko, Contributing Photographer)

The giant fountain was put in by the city of Cerritos decades ago. It is dry, now, because of a lack of funding. (Photo courtesy of Google Street View)

What catches your eye while tooling along a freeway?

Golfer Tiger Woods stands by his overturned vehicle in Jupiter Island, Fla., on Friday, March 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Jason Oteri)

Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI after rollover crash, sheriff says

Using a search warrant, police recovered an estimated $10,000 in stolen merchandise. (Photo courtesy of Hemet police.)

Man arrested on suspicion of stealing $10K in Legos, other merchandise in Hemet

Protesters march through the streets in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday, Oct. 18, during the second nationwide “No Kings” protest against the policies of the Trump administration. (Photo by Axel Koester, Contributing Photographer)

What to know about the planned Saturday, March 28 ‘No Kings’ protests in Southern California

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San Bernardino County restaurants shut down by health inspectors, March 19-26

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San Bernardino County must pay $6 million to driver who collided with DA’s investigator
San Bernardino County must pay $6 million to driver who collided with DA’s investigator
San Bernardino County restaurants shut down by health inspectors, March 19-26
San Bernardino County restaurants shut down by health inspectors, March 19-26
San Bernardino woman who entombed boyfriend in backyard sentenced to prison
San Bernardino woman who entombed boyfriend in backyard sentenced to prison
Teen accused of using BB gun to shoot drivers in Yucaipa
Teen accused of using BB gun to shoot drivers in Yucaipa
DOJ launches probe into ‘biological males’ housed in California women’s prisons
DOJ launches probe into ‘biological males’ housed in California women’s prisons
Hearing to determine if Rebecca Haro of Cabazon will stand trial in baby Emmanuel’s death set for May 29
Hearing to determine if Rebecca Haro of Cabazon will stand trial in baby Emmanuel’s death set for May 29
Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI after rollover crash, sheriff says
Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI after rollover crash, sheriff says
Man found dead 4 days after getting in unlocked police car at Azusa police station
Man found dead 4 days after getting in unlocked police car at Azusa police station
Man accused of stealing $750,000 in equipment from Moreno Valley Unified was 26-year employee
Man accused of stealing $750,000 in equipment from Moreno Valley Unified was 26-year employee
Riverside County Sheriff’s Department seizes more election materials in ballot investigation
Riverside County Sheriff’s Department seizes more election materials in ballot investigation

Crime and Public Safety

A vehicle enters the southbound Los Angeles Street onramp of the 101 Freeway where Caltrans installed a swinging gate to keep marchers off the highway in Los Angeles on Friday, March 27, 2026 a day before a “No Kings” protest. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Swinging gates installed on 101 Freeway ahead of Saturday’s ‘No Kings’ protest

Caltrans installed the gates near areas where protesters have frequently walked onto the 101.

Local News

Patrick Wolff, Merritt Farren, Steven Bradfor, and Benjamin Allen (L-R) attend a forum for state insurance commisioner candidates held by the Palisades Recovery Coalition on Friday, March 27. 2026. (Photo by Jacob Lewis, Contributing Photographer)

California insurance commissioner candidates vow reform, fixes for FAIR Plan

At a Pacific Palisades forum, several candidates discussed wildfire risks and more transparency on rate changes.

Opinion

President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, as Vice President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike Johnson of La., applaud. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Steven Greenhut: GOP plan to nationalize election is performative nonsense

If the GOP succeeds with its Trump-inspired dirty tricks, then we’re all at risk of losing our democracy.

Things To Do

Go Country 105 afternoon drive host Christine Martindale announced her retirement on March 27, 2026. (Courtesy of Go Country 105)

Longtime Southern California radio host Christine Martindale retires from KKGO

After 13 years at Go Country 105 (KKGO, 105.1 FM), the host told listeners she'd be signing off.

Rattlesnake dangers heightened as heat brings early-season sightings

Jason Magee, owner of OC Snake Removal, has had an early busy season with calls for rattlesnakes. Here's tips on how to stay safe.
‘Slick’ slides come to Ontario Mills with opening of new action park
Daddies, daughters dance the night away at San Bernardino event
Alexander: ONT Field almost ready for its closeup
Super Bowl champion Eric Weddle celebrated at Rancho Cucamonga alma mater
For San Bernardino 10-year-old, college class is ‘easy’
Weekly San Bernardino farmers market draws community to downtown

Sports

The Dodgers’ Mookie Betts, center, is greeted by teammates Freddie Freeman, right, and Kyle Tucker, left, after hitting a go-ahead three-run home run during the third inning on Friday night at Dodger Stadium. Tucker later drove in the game-winning run in a 5-4 victory. (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

Kyle Tucker drives in winning run as Dodgers celebrate ring night with another win

Their new right fielder is part of two key defensive plays, then drives in the...

Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Iranian attack on Saudi base injures at least 10 US troops and damages several planes

The attack involved an Iranian missile as well as unmanned drones.

2026 Elections

People opposed to new the U.S. House districts passed by the Missouri General Assembly demonstrate outside the state Capitol, in Jefferson City, Mo., Tuesday, March 10, 2026. (AP Photo/David A. Lieb)

Missouri court says new Trump-backed US House districts are in effect ahead of midterm elections

Opponents argued districts should have been suspended after referendum petitions were submitted.

immigration

FILE – Bruce Springsteen performs at a campaign rally supporting Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, Oct. 28, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

Minnesota to host ‘No Kings’ flagship rally, headlining Springsteen amid tensions over ICE and war

Rallies are also planned in more than a dozen other countries.

Donald Trump

The steering wheel and dashboard of a 2023 R1S sports-utility vehicle is shown at a Rivian delivery and service center Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

As carmakers shift to digital dashboard, lawmakers push to keep AM radio

Automakers have long tried to eliminate AM radio capabilities from new vehicles.

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