Yazmin Cruz

Los Angeles

Journalist, Digital Producer and Editor at Spectrum News 1 SoCal

Multimedia Journalist 📰 💻📱 | Editing news at @SpecNews1SoCal | @USCAnnenberg adjunct professor✌🏼| Past: @annenbergmedia, @vcstar & @dailysundial | IG: yazuc

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What you need to know in SoCal April 11, 2025

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz |Paco Ramos-Moreno

Good morning! Here's what you need to know today. Your Weather PlannerHighs will be 10-15 degrees above normal, with some locations nearing the high temperature record this afternoon. More comfortable temperatures will be found closer to the coastline. Onshore flow will return this weekend, and we will start to cool down into next week. Introducing Spectrum News+Watch the latest news from across the country.
LA County sees increase in hate incidents; new campaign set to launch

3 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Hate incidents in Los Angeles County grew 35% from 609 in 2022 to 821 in 2023, according to a new report by the county Commission on Human Relations, necessitating a new campaign to unite neighborhoods. The first-ever Hate Incident Report also showed an increase in Middle East conflict-related incidents and those reported at schools.
Evening Briefing: March 26, 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz |Paco Ramos-Moreno

Good evening! We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerThe cooling trend has arrived, with most areas dropping about 5-10 degrees. The onshore flow will dominate the skies, producing low clouds and fog. There is a weak storm that could bring a slight chance for a shower later this weekend. Introducing Spectrum News+Watch the latest news from across the country.
Evening Briefing: March 17, 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

Good evening, SoCal. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerAfter two weeks of active weather, we are heading into a drier pattern. Expect more sunshine for the rest of the week and warmer temperatures. The weekend looks dry with sunshine. Introducing Spectrum News+Watch the latest news from across the country.
Arrests made for allegedly defrauding FEMA with SoCal wildfire claims

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

Three people have been charged with fraudulently seeking federal disaster relief funds by falsely claiming their properties were damaged by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, U.S. Department of Justice officials announced Wednesday. Two people in Southern California and one in Texas were arrested Tuesday after being charged with defrauding the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Officials said that if convicted, they could face felony sentences.
Evening Briefing: March 11, 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

Good evening, SoCal. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerExpect lingering showers Wednesday with cool temperatures. The second system will arrive overnight Wednesday and Thursday with a strong cold front. Gusty winds will begin to intensify as will snow in our area mountains. Introducing Spectrum News+Watch the latest news from across the country.
Evening Briefing: March 10, 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

Good evening, SoCal. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerClouds are increasing with rain heading to SoCal. There are two storms this week that promise to bring measurable rain for the region. Periods of heavy rain can be expected Thursday with gusty winds and mountain snow. Introducing Spectrum News+Watch the latest news from across the country.
Evening Briefing: March 6, 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

Good evening! We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerOne more round of rain will spread over most of SoCal through Thursday afternoon and evening. For LA and Ventura counties it will be hit-and-miss showers with more steady rain from Orange County southward and eastward. Friday will be breezy to windy, especially along the coast, mountains and deserts.
Evening Briefing: March 5, 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz

Good evening! We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerWith the storm door open, there is a chance of more rain Thursday. Although thunderstorms are possible, most places, particularly Orange County and the Inland Empire, should expect moderate rainfall. The weekend forecast shows warm and dry conditions. Introducing Spectrum News+Watch the latest news from across the country.
Evening Briefing: Feb. 27 2025

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Yazmin Cruz |Paco Ramos-Moreno

Good evening! We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather PlannerSanta Ana winds weaken and turn onshore Friday leading to a cooldown. Cooler air and below-average temperatures will quickly replace summer-like temperatures heading into the weekend. Friday will see some patchy fog near the coast with passing bands of mid and high clouds. Rain chances increase this weekend, as well.