DOJ investigating sexual abuse at 2 California women's prisons
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it has opened an investigation into allegations that correctional officers systematically sexually abused incarcerated women at two state-run California prisons, drawing immediate praise from state lawmakers.
Ricky Pearsall shooting: Arizona boy learns he has his old number, receives 'get well soon' texts
Former ASU Sun Devil and San Francisco 49er Ricky Pearsall's old phone number was recently activated in Phoenix by a mom who just got her son his first cell phone. Ever since he was injured in a shooting, his phone has been getting notifications nonstop.
California bubble entertainer cited for 'fluid littering'
A California Navy veteran, who makes a living entertaining kids with giant bubbles, is facing a court date after receiving a citation for what the city of San Diego calls "fluid littering."
Punk band singer embarks on 'terrorizing' spree in Yosemite area: sheriff
The lead singer of a punk band allegedly embarked on a “terrorizing trek" in Yosemite National Park, which started when he walked up to a pregnant waitress and put his hand on her stomach and threatened to take her baby, according to the Mariposa County Sheriff.
Scott Peterson theorizes that burglars killed wife Laci in first jailhouse interview since arrest 20 years ago
Scott Peterson said police failed to follow leads and withheld evidence that could exonerate him.
Southern California woman uses Apple AirTag to stop mail thieves
A Southern California woman took matters into her own hands after she became fed up with her mail being stolen.
'America’s Got Talent' alum Perry Kurtz, 73, killed in hit-and-run, teenager arrested
A well-loved "America’s Got Talent" alum and comedian was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Los Angeles.
For third time, California store sells winning lottery scratchers ticket with huge jackpot
Scratchers-mania: A California store extended its streak of making millionaires with winning scratchers. And a San Jose café sold a scratchers worth $2 million.
Padres' Dylan Cease throws no-hitter; second in MLB this season
Dylan Cease tossed a no-hitter on Thursday against the Washington Nationals, marking the second time a Padre had ever done so.
Newsom issues executive order to remove all homeless encampments in California
The order makes clear that the decision to remove the encampments remains in the hands of local authorities.
California cops apparently want Cybertrucks now
One sergeant said the Cybertruck could be used at parades or community events to "start conversations with the public."
Elon Musk says he’s moving SpaceX, X headquarters from California
Tech billionaire Elon Musk announced that he is moving the headquarters of SpaceX and social media company X from California after the state banned school districts from requiring staff to inform parents about their children's gender identity change.
6 foreign nationals in California charged in multi-state ATM skimming scam
Nicolas Codreanu, Ionut Zamfir, Armondo Codreanu, Robby Codreanu, Mila Ciuciu, and Isabela Codreanu allegedly placed skimming devices on bank ATMs in Rhode Island and Washington, and used the account information skimmed from victims' cards to withdraw more than $300,000 from bank accounts.
Royal Fire: Sheriff spots 13 missing hikers in Tahoe National Forest
The Placer County Sheriff's Office said investigators spotted 13 young hikers Monday morning in the Tahoe National Forest who were camping about two miles from the Royal Fire.
Michael Jackson’s former Neverland Ranch threatened by growing wildfire outside of Santa Barbara
Michael Jackson bought the 2,600-acre property in 1987 and owned it until his death in 2009. The property is now known as the Sycamore Valley Ranch.
California family's $444 receipt from Trader Joe's goes viral on social media: 'Insane'
The $444 grocery haul feeds a family of 8 for around 10 days, the video claims.
Teen loses fingers in Berkeley July 4 fireworks mishap: neighbors
The neighbor said that one of the boys in Berkeley picked up a firework that hadn’t exploded even though his friend warned him to put the firework down before it blew up in his hand.
California’s Gavin Newsom touts his support for President Joe Biden
California Gov. Gavin Newsom offered a forceful defense of embattled President Joe Biden on Thursday, telling Democrats in Michigan that the 81-year-old president has the record and energy to win a second term despite widespread doubts about his ability to campaign or govern effectively.
Juneteenth Lake Merritt shooting victim loses finger, suffers life-changing injuries
The sister of a man who was shot and critically injured during the Juneteenth celebration at Lake Merritt described what she said was an unprovoked attack on her brother.
Top-secret US aquatic military vessel spotted on Google Maps
The aquatic drone dubbed the 'Manta Ray' is part of a wider U.S. Navy project to augment the nation's long-range underwater fleet of unmanned vehicles.