Iowan among 8 killed in B-52 test flight in California earlier this week
A native of central Iowa, 35-year-old Maj. Brad Hovey, died when a U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed Monday near Edwards Air Force Base in California.
Jun 21, 2026Open source
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The B-52 bomber is an iconic, aging warhorse. Probe of fatal crash could influence its future
The investigation into the B-52 crash that killed 8 airmen at Edwards Air Force Base in California will likely include a review of any past incidents involvi...
Jun 19, 2026Open source
Algona native among the 8 crew members killed in B-52 crash in California
Maj. Brad Hovey, 35, of Algona, was a pilot with the 419th Flight Test Squadron, Edwards AFB, Calif.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Iowa native, U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Hovey, killed in B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base
One of the eight B-52 bomber crash victims at Edwards Airforce Base in California this week was an Iowa native.
Jun 18, 2026Open source
Former B-52 gunner from Rome speaks on deadly Edwards Air Force Base crash
FLOYD — A deadly B-52 bomber crash at the Edwards U.S. Air Force Base shortly after takeoff on Monday in southern California in which eight members of its...
Jun 17, 2026Open source
Military officials identify all 8 victims of fiery B-52 crash at California Air Force base
Military officials have identified all eight people killed in this week’s fiery crash of a B-52 during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern...
Jun 17, 2026Open source
Civilian flight test engineer among 8 killed in B-52 crash had recently welcomed a baby
One of the people killed when a B-52 crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California was a civilian flight test engineer and father to two.
Jun 17, 2026Open source
Intoxicated driving suspected in fatal crash near Albany
Eight people are believed to be dead after a B-52 Bomber crashed as it was taking off at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, California on Monday.
Jun 17, 2026Open source
B-52 was in the air a very short time before crashing and killing all 8 on board
A B-52 that crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California was in the air a very short time before slamming into the ground about halfway
Jun 17, 2026Open source
8 people killed in B-52 crash
Eight people are presumed dead after a B-52 crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday.
Jun 17, 2026Open source
8 people died in B-52 bomber crash at US Air Force base in Southern California, officials say ketv
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California as emergency crews responded.
Jun 16, 2026Open source
8 people onboard B-52 bomber that crashed at Edwards Air Force base are believed to be dead
Eight people aboard a B-52 bomber that crashed shortly after takeoff Monday morning at a U.S. Air Force base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert are bel...
Jun 16, 2026Open source
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California to launch $3,500 instant EV rebate to replace defund federal tax credit
California's new $135 million budget deal introduces a $3,500 instant EV rebate for first-time buyers to offset the elimination of the federal tax credit.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
San Diego releases first SB 79 maps showing the neighborhoods affected
A new California law aimed at addressing the housing crisis by streamlining development near transit stops has taken effect, and San Diego has released its...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The Space Shuttle Endeavour goes on public display later this year
NASA's shuttle has been in LA since 2012, but now it'll have a permanent exhibit at the California Science Center.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
After 10 years, one man's mission to preserve WWII veterans' legacy continues Rishi Sharma started his jour...
Rishi Sharma started his journey 10 years ago by driving around his Southern California neighborhood to record interviews with veterans and later expanded hi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
California girl, 7, is SCALPED by pack of six vicious stray dogs while playing outside
Six dogs who were believed to have involved in the attack were seized as part of the police investigation, authorities said.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Small businesses say they're having a good summer as Americans travel closer to home
Small business owners in U.S. tourist destinations say they’re seeing more Americans sticking closer to home this summer. Businesses around Lake Tahoe, whi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
California forest fires aren’t just getting bigger. They’re burning more severely
Scientists studied more than 4,300 fires over 40 years to discover how wildfire risk is changing.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
A family steps in to save the dying casino town of Primm, Nevada
Primm, Nev., a once-thriving casino town on the border with California, was on the verge of fading away for good. The family it was named for has stepped in...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Mother and daughter missing in California wilderness
A mother and daughter are missing after failing to return from a hike on the strenuous trail on Thursday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Quarterback Caden Jones commits to Arizona football, joins Crean Lutheran teammates
Standout quarterback Caden Jones joined Crean Lutheran (California) teammates in Arizona football
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Jason Eyer named new Northern Section CIF commissioner
Longtime Paradise Adventist Academy athletic director, coach and administrator Jason Eyer succeeds Johnson after spending the past four years as the assistan...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Stress levels along two California faults are highest in past 1,000 years. What it means
Southern California could be inching closer to the kind of major earthquake scientists have long expected, according to new research showing stress continues...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Best things to do this 4th of July weekend in Los Angeles and Southern California
Fireworks and drone shows, rubber duckies, a food fest and more of the best things to do this July 4 weekend.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Fireworks will push SoCal air to hazardous levels this July 4 weekend. How to protect yourself
As if SoCal’s air quality hasn’t been bad enough, air quality officials are warning much of Southern California to brace for hazardous air over the July...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Michael Smolens: San Diego, California push subsidies for affordable housing
The city creates a fund to buy apartments, while the state puts bond measures for home construction and mortgages on the ballot.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Is a billionaire tax a good idea for California?
Money from the one-time 5% tax on the state’s billionaires would mostly go to healthcare
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Why child marriage is legal in California — and the unexpected groups fighting to keep it that way
Some advocates want California to prohibit marriage for people under age 18. But groups including the ACLU and Planned Parenthood have opposed such bans, say...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Police are searching for a mother and daughter lost on Southern California trail
San Bernardino County Sheriff's are searching for a mother and daughter lost on a steep hiking trail in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Edwards is in Kern County, California.
Region: Central California
ZIP Codes
93523, 93524
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California to launch $3,500 instant EV rebate to replace defund federal tax credit
California's new $135 million budget deal introduces a $3,500 instant EV rebate for first-time buyers to offset the elimination of the federal tax credit.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
San Diego releases first SB 79 maps showing the neighborhoods affected
A new California law aimed at addressing the housing crisis by streamlining development near transit stops has taken effect, and San Diego has released its...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The Space Shuttle Endeavour goes on public display later this year
NASA's shuttle has been in LA since 2012, but now it'll have a permanent exhibit at the California Science Center.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
After 10 years, one man's mission to preserve WWII veterans' legacy continues Rishi Sharma started his jour...
Rishi Sharma started his journey 10 years ago by driving around his Southern California neighborhood to record interviews with veterans and later expanded hi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
California girl, 7, is SCALPED by pack of six vicious stray dogs while playing outside
Six dogs who were believed to have involved in the attack were seized as part of the police investigation, authorities said.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Small businesses say they're having a good summer as Americans travel closer to home
Small business owners in U.S. tourist destinations say they’re seeing more Americans sticking closer to home this summer. Businesses around Lake Tahoe, whi...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
California forest fires aren’t just getting bigger. They’re burning more severely
Scientists studied more than 4,300 fires over 40 years to discover how wildfire risk is changing.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
A family steps in to save the dying casino town of Primm, Nevada
Primm, Nev., a once-thriving casino town on the border with California, was on the verge of fading away for good. The family it was named for has stepped in...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Mother and daughter missing in California wilderness
A mother and daughter are missing after failing to return from a hike on the strenuous trail on Thursday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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