Breaking California Launches to Deliver Fast, Verified Breaking News Across the State
Breaking California has launched to provide fast, accurate reporting on breaking news across California, focusing on major incidents, public safety events, and developing stories affecting communities throughout the state.
The publication was founded by award-winning reporter Thomas Himes, who has more than a decade of experience covering breaking news in Southern California. Himes spent years reporting on major incidents, government, and public safety across Los Angeles County and the San Gabriel Valley.
A Career Covering Breaking News in California
Himes began his journalism career covering breaking news for the San Gabriel Valley Tribune, reporting on fast-moving incidents, public safety events, and major developments across the region.
He later served as the education and county government reporter for the Los Angeles Daily News, covering major policy decisions, schools, and government actions affecting residents throughout Los Angeles County.
Himes also worked as the lead investigative reporter for Southern California News Group publications including the Pasadena Star-News, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and Whittier Daily News, producing investigative reporting focused on government accountability and public interest issues.
The Mission of Breaking California
Breaking California was created to deliver clear, timely reporting on developing stories across the state. The publication prioritizes verified information from official sources, public records, and confirmed reporting whenever possible.
Coverage focuses on:
- Breaking news incidents across California
- Major traffic and highway events
- Public safety and emergency response
- Law enforcement activity
- Developing statewide news stories
As events unfold, stories are updated with additional verified information to ensure readers receive the most accurate reporting available.
About the Publication
Breaking California applies professional newsroom standards to coverage of major incidents and developing news across the state. Readers can learn more about the publication and its reporting standards below.