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SoCal Weekend News: Stabbings, Fires, and Fatal Crash

08 June 2026 10:12

This weekend in Southern California saw a mix of incidents, including a contained wildfire, violent crimes, and a tragic accident. - A wildfire near the U.S.-Mexico border is 100% contained after burning over 2,500 acres.

- Three people were stabbed at an Orange County pier, and a resident killed an intruder in Riverside County. - A crash between a fire engine and a sedan in Hemet killed two people and injured three firefighters.

- Other events included a brush fire, a ship fire, and an attempted kidnapping thwarted by police. Residents should expect a warming trend later this week, with temperatures reaching above average by Tuesday.

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