A helicopter that was coasting above a Southern California beach suddenly lost control and began spiraling, eventually losing altitude and slamming into a row of palms as sunbathers and

California-based Mexican eatery returns to Houston with new Humble spot. California-based fast-casual Mexican chain Qdoba is returning to the Houston market, with up to 14 locations in the works. 2. 40-year-old Houston-area taco favorite rolls out new location in Richmond.

Verizon customers across the U.S., but especially along the West Coast, reported problems with their phone service Friday morning. The company now says vandals in Southern California were to blame.

Luke Altmyer drove Illinois to David Olano’s 41-yard field goal as time expired, lifting the No. 23 Illini to a 34-32 victory over No. 21 Southern California. Altmyer was 20-for-26 passing for