KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Santa Paula in Ventura County. The town is nestled among lemon, orange and avocado orchards making it one of the last “citruscapes” in California.
The 16th annual Christmas Train Display at Santa Paula Odd Fellows Lodge 314 is one of Ventura County’s most popular events, offering plenty of fun for the whole family! The display will be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday of December.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at Prancer's Farm where they are getting into the holiday spirit! They have Christmas trees to purchase, a petting zoo and many more family fun attractions.
Explore the scenic beauty of Santa Paula on the Sunburst Railbikes! KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is taking these unique pedal-powered bikes for a spin with Nicholas Martine, who is the Sunburst Railbike Manager.
The museum consists of a “Chain of Hangars,” each hangar exhibiting the owner’s personal collections. Sheba Turk gets an inside look at the special space that is also an active airport!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at Gil’s Sweet Abilities, a home bakery run by Jeannette Valenzuela and her son Gilbert, who wanted to create job opportunities for young adults with disabilities.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk gives us an inside look at the Whitter Museum, which is dedicated to preserving and displaying the first 100 years of the town’s history.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Whittier, a town that has over 50 historical landmarks along with specialty boutique shopping and restaurants.
The town of Whittier was founded in 1887 and it is home to some of the oldest buildings in California! Sheba Turk gives us a tour of the Bailey house, which was built around 1868 by Jacob Gerkens.
Devon Reeves with the Anaheim Packing District talks about the history of the facility and how the food market has expanded over the years. She also shows us some of the most popular food items visitors like to taste!
KCAL News meteorologist Alex Biston is at the Flightdeck in Anaheim, which gives the ultimate fighter jet experience. They offer three different experiences: the Fighter Pilot, Rogue Racing and Airline Pilot.
KCAL News meteorologist Alex Biston is at Adventure City feeding some hungry goats! She also got to explore other attractions the theme park has to offer.
The General Manager of Adventure City, Allan Ansdell, joins us to talk about their most popular attractions.
KCAL News meteorologist Alex Biston is exploring Anaheim and all the family-friendly attractions the city has to offer, including Disneyland and Angel Stadium!
Irvine Park Railroad head engineer Willie Johnson takes Sheba Turk for a ride on the park's train
Irvine Park Railroad is within Irvine Regional Park, a 495-acre, 125-year-old historical park.
Event organizer Danny Bakewell says the festival is about fun, family, culture, food and entertainment
Bookstore owner Malik Muhammad says he’s a book activist and there will be a "bookmobile" at Taste of Soul
The Museum of African American Art is a nonprofit museum located at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw in Los Angeles. The unique art space allows them to exhibit the work of acclaimed and emerging artists and it is free for visitors.
Creating Art Through Dance (CATDance) was founded in 2007 by Catrice Bostic, who studied dance in college and wanted to share her love for dance with her community in Crenshaw.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Crenshaw, which has become one of the largest black communities in the country.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Los Angeles, Koreatown, also known as “K-town.”
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in Koreatown previewing the LA Korean Festival happening this weekend! The festival is hosted by the Los Angeles Festival Foundation and will be held at Seoul International Park October 12 through October 15.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at Rūts Dance Studio run by two sisters, Diny and Eileen Kim, who wanted to create a place where all cultures can come together and connect through the language of dance.
KCAL New reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Koreatown and talks with Gil Chae Chung, who is the owner of Gol Tong Chicken, about his delicious and beautiful chicken dishes he creates.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in Norco, also known as “Horse Town USA,” and she is showing us everything the beautiful city has to offer!
Patrick Mitchell and Chris Faucher join us to talk about EAT, a Ecological Agriculture Training Cultural Center in Norco. They host unique workshops including a “Small Farm Apprenticeship Program” that teaches participants how to grow and sell produce.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at 'Leaps and Bounds Pediatric Therapy.' Sheba is joined by Executive Director Colleen Bragalone who explains how they serve people with disabilities through the magic of a horse.
KCAL News Sheba Turk is exploring “Thrifty Horse,” which is a one-of-a-kind consignment store providing everything you need for life with a horse in Norco.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in Rancho Cucamonga, one of the largest cities in the Inland Empire with a rich history in agriculture. It is also known for being on the historic Route 66.
A former LADP officer started a DIY woodworking and craft studio called “Hammer and Stain” after medically retiring from law enforcement in 2020.
'Joseph Filippi Winery & Vineyards' has been operating for over 100 years and the owner, Joseph Filippi, shares more about his family history along with some of his favorite wines.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk talks with the owner of Klatch Coffee, Mike Perry, about why he and his wife decided to open a coffee shop 30 years ago.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk goes for a ride in the Great Park Balloon, which takes you 400 feet above Irvine to get beautiful views of the city.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in Irvine located in the heart of Orange County and she is exploring everything the city has to offer from award-winning cuisine to eclectic entertainment venues to a variety of outdoor activities.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is discovering a world of imagination at "Pretend City Children’s Museum," which is designed for children to learn how the real world works while engaging their curiosities and imaginations.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at Tanaka Farms in Irvine to show us the fun seasonal activities they offer, which include a corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, and wagon rides!
Tanaka Farms is celebrating 25 years and the manager, Kenny Tankaka, joins us to talk about about his family history behind the farm.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in El Segundo exploring everything the charming beach side community has to offer!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at a treasured cultural landmark, Old Town Music Hall, which transports you back to the 1920s by showing vintage silent and sound films.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk gets a musical show from Randy Woltz, the organist who plays the “Mighty Wurlitzer” at Old Town Music Hall in El Segundo. The massive wind-powered pipe organ was created in 1925 and is played during silent films.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at the Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum, which has over 140 classic cars on display. Visitors can also take a ride in one of the historic vehicles!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at Topgolf in El Segundo working on her swing! It is one of the many places you can enjoy time with friends and family when you come visit the beach side community.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk shows us all the fun things you can do in a town located in the Inland Empire called Moreno Valley.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk talked with the founders, Clay and Tami Drayton, about their mission of bringing the joy of dance to the community.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk talks with Freelove Young, Cofounder of Firestorm Galaxy, about the unique form of acrobatics they practice at the gym.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk talks with the owners, Carina and Fadi Ballout, who share their journey on opening their own business in Moreno Valley.
Tammy Sher, Chamber of Commerce board chair talks about the restaurants, Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Park and October’s street fair
The Sherman Oaks restaurant was started by mom and son, Andrew Smith continues making the homelike eatery a community gathering spot.
The Sherman Oaks high-end thrift store, START Rescue Resale Store, supports animals from high-kill shelters
Stitch Space LA is a sewing learning/ maker place, offering classes in machine sewing, hand sewing, crochet and knitting
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Colton, which is nicknamed “Hub City” for being the heart of the Inland Empire.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at the theme park "Fiesta Village" that has been voted as one of the best places to have fun in Colton for over a decade.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is showing us all the fun things you can do at the Fiesta Village Family Fun Park in Colton. There are activities for everyone from the water park slides to driving go-carts to mini golf and more!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at a local favorite called ‘P&G Burgers’ and she shows us some of the yummy food options you can enjoy!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is learning more about the history of Colton and how the town got its nickname “Hub City.”
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Carson, a city that has a large Filipino population in the LA area along some major changes coming. She talked Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes about the big plans for some undeveloped land in the city.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring ‘The Porsche Experience Center LA’ where they offer driver development programs in different types of Porsche models.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at the ‘917’ restaurant, which is named after one of the Porsche Center’s most significant race cars.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is getting a behind-the-scenes look at Dignity Health Sports Park, a multi-use sports complex, where they just celebrated being open for 20 years!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring the Carson, which is home of the LA Galaxy professional men’s soccer club and shows us Galaxy Park and everything it has to offer!
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk talked with Geordan Charles, an experienced surfer, who gave us some tips for first time surfers getting into the water.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at a well-known surf shop called ‘Zack’s by the Beach’ that has been in the community for 30 years! Owner Mike Ali joins Sheba to talk about how he got it started.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is experiencing the art of water marbling at ‘Mayu Silk Art’ studio and the owners explain where this contemporary form of art got started.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk gets in the water and goes surfing in Huntington Beach. Surfrider’s Academy Surf School Owner Marcus Barrera was there to coach her along the way.
A look at the diversity, music culture, bars and restaurants that make WeHo an entertainment and tourism hotspot
The luxury West Hollywood hotel, Sunset Marquis, is a favorite for music industry guests, from The Ramones and Jeff Beck to Billy Bob Thorton and Rhiannah
A peek inside the iconic Nightbird Studios, a haven for entertainment’s greatest songwriters, producers, musicians, composers, and actors
A look at the food, ambiance, and entertainment at the iconic Hamburger Mary's restaurant which celebrates Pride year-round.
The PDC is home to over 70 luxury showrooms and 2,000+ product lines
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring the media capital of the world, Burbank, which is home to over 1,000 entertainment and media companies.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk takes us on a horseback ride through the beautiful trails of Burbank with Dario Perez, who is the manager of “Studio Horse Rentals.”
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in the aspirational city of Downey, a town that has a special connection with the Space Race and the history of fast food.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is joined by Jason Chacon, the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Downey, who tells us more about what the great golf course has to offer.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is joined by Ben Dickow, Director of the Columbia Memorial Space Center, who tells us some interesting facts about the museum that is dedicated to honoring astronauts.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at ‘The Gypsy Trip Boutique’ where you can take a trip around the world! It was started by a mother and daughter, Lorraine Medina and Alyssa Hilton, after they wanted to share some of their treasures they found traveling.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is taking us to Temecula to explore what the inland town has to offer! From wineries to shopping to beautiful golf courses. the small town is a perfect weekend getaway.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in Temecula Valley where they are blowing up hot air balloons ahead of the kickoff for their Balloon and Wine Festival happening this weekend.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at the Swing Inn Café with ‘Breaking Bad’ actor Dean Norris who is the new owner of the restaurant.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at the Wilson Creek Winery, which is one of 50 wineries in the Temecula area, and she is joined by the founder to talk about how they got started.
KCAL News Sheba Turk is exploring Camarillo and stopped by ‘California Allstars,’ which is home to 7 cheer teams that use the gym to practice for competitions.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is at the McGrath Family Farm that has been passed down for 5 generations.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk gives us an inside look at a music record pressing plant in Camarillo. RTI (Record Technology Industry) has been creating records for more than 51 years and she shows us how they are made.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is exploring Camarillo and talked to residents in the area to learn about what makes the town so special.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk is in Sylmar where she talked with some residents to see why they love living in the area.
David Riherd, Wildlife Learning Center Director, introduces us to some of the exotic animals they are taking care of at the park.
The Executive Director at Tia Chucha’s Centro Cultural talks about what makes the space so special to the community in Sylmar.
KCAL News reporter Sheba Turk Sheba Turk talks with Cameron Richards, Vice President of Nethercutt Museum, who tells us about the history of the museum and how it all got started.
This week, Sheba Turk travels 45 miles north of downtown Los Angeles to visit Lancaster, a city that leads in climate tech innovation and integrated diversity. Plus, the California Poppy Festival is on this weekend.
Cyndee Donato, owner of Antelope Valley Winery, talks to Sheba Turk about the 32-year-old business where they grow their own grapes, make and bottle the wine, offer wine tastings and more.
Lancaster Museum of Art and History (MOAH) Curator Robert Benitez gives Sheba Turk a sneak peek of the museum after its major renovation. The museum on Lancaster Boulevard reopens next month with a May 13 exhibit called "Sages."
Lancaster's California Poppy Festival kicks off Friday afternoon, and features "The Birdman" Joe Krathwohl and his bird variety show. Krathwohl and Sheeba The Eagle talk to Sheba Turk The Reporter about the event.
In this week's SoCal Spotlight, Sheba Turk explores Ontario, a growing city known for its airport, its mall and so much more. The working-class Latino community is a transportation hub with great restaurants, an emerging entertainment district and a downtown rebirth.
Ontario Mayor Paul Leon talks to Sheba Turk about Ontario's rich history and deep roots, his favorite things around town and the city's new developments.
The oldest business in Ontario, the Graber Olive House, was founded in 1894 and features the same recipe for its olives, oil and other gourmet foods. Fourth-generation family member Robert Graber talks to Sheba Turk about guided tours and the resident ghost.
Logan's Candies has been in downtown Ontario since 1933. Owner and chief candy maker Jerry Rowley, who's worked at the shop since he was 12, takes Sheba Turk through the selections of more than 700 candy options, including chocolates, fudge, candy canes, peanut brittle, jawbreakers and toffee.
Michael Krouse, president and CEO of the Greater Ontario Convention and Visitors Bureau, tells Sheba Turk about the 300 events held every year at the Toyota Arena, including Disney on Ice, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, and the games of the Ontario Reign hockey team and the Empire Strykers soccer team.
In this week's SoCal Spotlight, Sheba Turk explores Ontario, a growing city known for its airport, its mall and so much more. The working-class Latino community is a transportation hub with great restaurants, an emerging entertainment district and a downtown rebirth.
Sheba Turk is exploring the Inland Empire in a town called Corona, a town that is experiencing a lot of growth. She dives into some of the major renovations that are happening in the downtown area and why residents love living in Corona.
Sheba Turk glides through the air while ziplining in Corona.
Sheba Turk sits down with the owner of the Corona Airport Cafe Ilio Pacciardi and Mayor Tony Daddario as they talk about the family-friendly things to do in Corona.
Sheba Turk takes a well deserved spa day at Corona's Glen Ivy Resort.
The city of Santa Ana is 153 years old and has more than 300,000 residents, with vibrant neighborhoods, great food and art scenes, and plenty of events to attend. Sheba Turk reports.
Bowers Museum, one of the oldest and largest museums in Orange County, opened in 1936. It's home to nine permanent exhibitions displaying art from all over the world. Mark Bustamante, museum director of special exhibition development, shows Sheba Turk the Key Courtyard, featuring Native American artifacts.
Sheba Turk reports from Discovery Cube Orange County in Santa Ana, where "bubble artist" Melody Yang gives a preview of Bubblefest 2023, which kicks off Friday and runs through April 16.
Curator of Education Lauren Bergh shows off the Santa Ana Zoo, sometimes known by locals as "The Little Monkey Zoo," which also features an interactive children's zoo. The zoo has animals like giant anteaters, Brazilian ocelots, crested capuchin monkeys and more. Sheba Turk reports.
From delicious Mexican food to a must-visit farmers market in Salt Lake Park, there's plenty of things to do in Huntington Park. Sheba Turk reports from the commercial corridor of Pacific Boulevard, a cultural and shopping destination for Mexican and other Central American immigrants.
In the predominantly Hispanic population of Huntington Park, quinceaneras are big celebrations of daughters growing up. Miguel Jimenez, manager of Cinderella's Bridal, shows Sheba Turk their stock of prom, bridal and of course quinceanera dresses.
Sheba Turk, eating her way through the community (for research), stops into La Monarca Bakery and Cafe to experience a taste of Huntington Park on Pacific Boulevard.
Sheba Turk talks to Nereida Gutierrez about Art Space HP, the first and only art gallery in Huntington Park, and Sarah Bazzy discusses the Awlad El Jeeran show ahead of a big Saturday event at the gallery.
Home of the California Strawberry Festival, gateway to the Channel Islands National Park, Oxnard is about an hour's drive northwest of L.A. Rick Montanez reports.
Oxnard's Heritage Square is open for business during the week and holds events on the weekends, and tours are available. Rick Montanez peeks into Pipiripau, a Latinx-owned apparel shop celebrating Mexican culture.
Fifth-generation Oxnardian Gary Blum discusses the city's charms. Rick Montanez reports from Heritage Coffee & Gifts, which features locally made gifts.
Merle Mullin shows off the Mullin Automotive Museum, a private collection of vintage automobiles from the 1930s and '40s, each a restored piece of art on wheels. Rick Montanez reports.
The Mullin Automotive Museum features a collection of original glass sculptures that were used on period cars from the 1920s and '30s. Merle Mullin discusses the artwork with Rick Montanez.
Brea, located in the foothills of north Orange County, offers a blend of community, creativity and recreation. Sheba Turk visits the Brea Museum and Historical Society.
Sheba Turk discusses the history of the city of Brea with Linda Shay, executive director and curator of the Brea Museum and Historical Society, and Andrew Herrera, a board member of the museum.
At the Brea Civic and Cultural Center, Brea Mayor Marty Simonoff talks to Sheba Turk about the city's Art in Public Places program, the Curtis Theatre, and a park upgrade for accessibility for all.
People who live in Riverside celebrate the diversity in the landscapes and in the food. It's a "big city with a small town feel" that features art, history and culture. Sheba Turk reports.
Sixty miles east of Los Angeles, nestled along the Santa Ana River is the national landmark Mission Inn Hotel and Spa in Riverside, which dates back to the 1800s. General Manager Philip Dailey talks to Sheba Turk about the history.
Barbara Ann Burns, a docent at the Mission Inn Foundation, takes Sheba Turk through the history of the Mission Inn in Riverside, with all its historic architecture and design touches.
Steve Lech, a docent with the Mission Inn Foundation, shows the Grand Parisian Ballroom, with its famed stained glass triptych. Sheba Turk reports from Riverside.
Mission Inn Managing Director Philip Dailey shows off the hotel's famous Macaws, "Napoleon" and "Josephine." And Sheba Turk gets a sample from Casey's Cupcakes.
Trustee Cathy Paredes shows Sheba Turk around The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art and Culture of the Riverside Art Museum, otherwise known as "The Cheech," which features famous work and includes new and local artists.
Just 20 miles south of Downtown L.A., art and commerce meet at the waterfront in San Pedro. Sheba Turk has the SoCal Spotlight.
Sheba Turk reports from the Battleship USS Iowa Museum, one of the area's popular attractions.
Sheba Turk takes you around yet another San Pedro hot spot, the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, which offers guests an up close look at a variety of aquatic species as well as offering programs for teachers, students and the public to learn more about the importance of the local ocean.
L.A.'s Chinatown is an important central hub for Chinese immigrants. Friday morning kicks off the 45th annual Firecracker Run in the heart of historic Chinatown Central Plaza. Sheba Turk reports.
Sheba Turk meets the Lung Kong Lion Dancers ahead of the 45th annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker event in the heart of historic Chinatown Central Plaza.
