California rapist awaiting trial for 14 years ordered freed
Butler was convicted in 1993 of raping two women and attempting to rape a minor.
Large 'Trump' sign removed from Sepulveda Pass near 405 Freeway
A large "Trump" sign built overnight on a hillside near the 405 Freeway in the Sepulveda Pass was removed Tuesday morning.
Deputy who shoved Toronto Raptors president compares situation to terrorists who murdered Israelis
Alameda County Deputy Alan Strickland asserted that Masai Ujiri posed "the same threats" as historical terrorists by ignoring commands to show his credentials.
Newest California Supreme Court justice nominee would be 1st openly gay man to hold post
Martin Jenkins would also be the third African American judge and the first openly gay justice to hold this seat, once the confirmation process is complete, which Newsom said he hoped would occur by next month.
Mark Cuban donates $50,000 to each of the Los Angeles deputies shot in ambush attack
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban donated $50,000 to each of the families of the two Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies who were wounded in an ambush attack last month.
California now allows all outdoor playgrounds to reopen to public
Some outdoor playgrounds in the Bay Area are starting to welcome back families. New state guidelines allow cities to reopen outdoor recreational facilities and playgrounds. The City of Concord is planning to reopen all its 19 playgrounds on Thursday.
Suspect arrested in ambush shooting of two LASD deputies in Compton
Deonte Lee Murray, a convicted felon, has been arrested and charged with the attempted murder of two Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies during an ambush in Compton, authorities announced Wednesday.
Uber, Lyft look to kill California law on app-based drivers
The battle between the powerhouses of the so-called gig economy and labor unions including the International Brotherhood of Teamsters could become the most expensive ballot measure in state history. Voters are weighing whether to create an exemption to a new state law aimed at providing wage and benefit protections to drivers.
Disney to lay off 28,000 workers at its parks in California, Florida
Disney is laying off 28,000 U.S.-based employees across its Parks, Experiences and Products division due to continued struggles caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in a statement on Tuesday.
California governor declares state of emergency; 3 die in Shasta County's Zogg Fire
The Zogg Fire is one of nearly 30 wildfires burning in California.
New California law prompted by crash that killed Kobe Bryant, 8 others
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday approved legislation prompted by the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and eight other people that makes it a crime for first responders to take unauthorized photos of deceased people at the scene of an accident or crime.
65 people incarcerated in California prisons have now died of coronavirus
Even with a reduction in population, the entire prison system is 105 percent occupied.
More North Texas firefighters head to California to battle wildfires
On Tuesday, about 80 firefighters from North Texas will be flying to the front lines in California to help get the wildfires under control.
Cal Fire: Fast-moving Glass Fire in Napa County explodes to 36,236 acres
A fire started near St. Helena and began spreading rapidly, leading authorities to order evacuations in parts of Napa County.
Joe Montana saves grandchild from alleged kidnapper inside Malibu home
NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana and his wife had to grab his baby granddaughter from the arms of an intruder inside his Malibu home to prevent her from being kidnapped, authorities said Sunday.
Mexico sends 100 firefighters to help battle California wildfires
Mexico has sent 100 firefighters to the United States to help battle wildfires in California, it was reported Wednesday.
White supremacist killed after shooting California deputy: sheriff
The suspect is a convicted felon with an outstanding felony warrant, a history of weapons charges and a member of a white supremacist gang
California governor signs executive order to ban gas-powered cars and trucks
This rule, if not halted by a court challenge by the oil and gas industry and the Trump administration, would make California the first U.S. state with a plan to phase them out completely.
Utility equipment eyed as possible source of massive Bobcat Fire burning in Angeles National Forest
Federal investigators are looking into whether a huge wildfire near Los Angeles was sparked by Southern California Edison utility equipment, the company said.
Bodycam video released of 88-year-old man shot to death by W. Sacramento police
The department didn’t immediately release additional details about the shooting but released video from three different officer body cameras that shows six officers questioning a man in handcuffs at the front of a patrol car.