Judge dismisses lawsuit by Yosemite ranger fired over transgender flag
In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.
In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.
Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton advance in race for California governor; Both will face off in Nov. election
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton have both advanced to the November 2026 general election in the race for California Governor.
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton have both advanced to the November 2026 general election in the race for California Governor.
James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
Airport suspect packed explosive device for flight, caught with cryptic message on phone: feds
A California man is facing federal charges after authorities say he attempted to pass through security at Sacramento International Airport with an explosive device in his carry-on luggage while preparing to board a flight to North Carolina.
A California man is facing federal charges after authorities say he attempted to pass through security at Sacramento International Airport with an explosive device in his carry-on luggage while preparing to board a flight to North Carolina.
California tech CEO accused of smuggling US equipment to Iran's military, nuclear programs
Despite owning a $35 million Orange County mansion, dual US-Iranian national Jamshid Ghomi reported a peak annual income of just $20,684 and fraudulently claimed low-income tax credits for seven years, prosecutors said.
Despite owning a $35 million Orange County mansion, dual US-Iranian national Jamshid Ghomi reported a peak annual income of just $20,684 and fraudulently claimed low-income tax credits for seven years, prosecutors said.
Costco grape plants spark fears of devastating threat to American farms
Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.
Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.
Israeli researchers say Iran behind Los Angeles transit system attack
Israeli security researchers have tied the Iranian group to a cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The attackers allegedly stole hundreds of files and disrupted internal networks.
Israeli security researchers have tied the Iranian group to a cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The attackers allegedly stole hundreds of files and disrupted internal networks.
Newsom warns Californians to avoid Chevron over high gas prices
California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid Chevron gas stations over Memorial Day weekend because of higher fuel prices.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid Chevron gas stations over Memorial Day weekend because of higher fuel prices.
Florida lawyer, influencer daughter arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot
A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery.
A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery.
San Diego mosque shooting: Police were searching for teens before bloodshed
Hours before an attack at a San Diego mosque that killed three men, including a security guard hailed as a hero, police were racing to find the two teenagers who would ultimately be deemed responsible.
Hours before an attack at a San Diego mosque that killed three men, including a security guard hailed as a hero, police were racing to find the two teenagers who would ultimately be deemed responsible.
Islamic Center of San Diego shooting: What we know about the suspects
Police responded Monday to reports of a possible active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Here's what to know about the suspects.
Police responded Monday to reports of a possible active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Here's what to know about the suspects.
Mark Fuhrman, former LA detective at center of OJ Simpson murder trial, dies at 74
Former Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhrman, who was convicted of lying during testimony at the OJ Simpson murder trial, has died.
Former Los Angeles police detective Mark Fuhrman, who was convicted of lying during testimony at the OJ Simpson murder trial, has died.
3 victims killed, 2 teen suspects dead in San Diego Islamic center shooting
Two teenage suspects are dead, and three adults were killed following a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, authorities said.
Two teenage suspects are dead, and three adults were killed following a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, authorities said.
DOJ charges Southern California mayor for acting as Chinese government agent
The mayor of Arcadia has been charged by the U.S. Department of Justice with acting as an illegal agent of the People's Republic of China (PRC), officials announced on Monday. She will also resign from office.
The mayor of Arcadia has been charged by the U.S. Department of Justice with acting as an illegal agent of the People's Republic of China (PRC), officials announced on Monday. She will also resign from office.
Tsunami of sewage from Mexico barrels toward US coastline, officials warn
Some of Southern California’s best-known beaches are facing repeated closures as sewage continues to contaminate coastal waters.
Some of Southern California’s best-known beaches are facing repeated closures as sewage continues to contaminate coastal waters.
'How I Met Your Mother' actor Nick Pasqual convicted of attempted murder for stabbing ex-girlfriend
Actor Nick Pasqual was found guilty of attempted murder in the stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, who reportedly underwent 14 hours of surgery after the May 2024 attack.
Actor Nick Pasqual was found guilty of attempted murder in the stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, who reportedly underwent 14 hours of surgery after the May 2024 attack.
Betty Broderick, convicted double murderer, dead at 78
Betty Broderick, a convicted double murderer in a high-profile case from the late ‘80s, has reportedly died. She was 78.
Betty Broderick, a convicted double murderer in a high-profile case from the late ‘80s, has reportedly died. She was 78.
Investigators search California home in Kristin Smart case
Authorities are searching an Arroyo Grande home in connection with the disappearance of Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago.
Authorities are searching an Arroyo Grande home in connection with the disappearance of Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago.
California gas prices highest in U.S.
According to data from AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in California is now above $6, leading a nationwide surge that has seen prices jump 44 percent since the onset of the conflict.
According to data from AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in California is now above $6, leading a nationwide surge that has seen prices jump 44 percent since the onset of the conflict.
California millionaire trampled to death by elephants while on African hunting expedition
The 75-year-old and his guide stumbled into female elephants with a calf in the Lope-Okanda rainforest.
The 75-year-old and his guide stumbled into female elephants with a calf in the Lope-Okanda rainforest.