Governor Newsom calls for California to be a no-kill state for animals in shelters within 5 years
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants California to stop euthanizing animals, as part of his budget proposal, he wants to spend $50 million on saving the lives of adoptable cats and dogs across the state, The Sacramento Bee reported.
At least 60 people treated after plane dumps jet fuel near several schools in LA area
Jet fuel dumped from a Delta airliner preparing to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport fell over a wide swath of the area, sending hazardous-materials teams to multiple schools, but only minor injuries were reported and nobody was hospitalized, authorities said.
Girl's back seat prank prompts huge police response
Six California Highway Patrol units sped to the scene of what they thought was a possible child abduction Saturday after a driver saw a little girl’s plea for help.
Uber driver arrested for allegedly raping passenger on ride home in Fontana
An Uber driver in Fontana was arrested Sunday for allegedly raping a passenger he was driving home, authorities said.
Rush drummer Neil Peart dies at 67 after battle with brain cancer
Neil Peart, the drummer and lyricist for Rush, died Tuesday in Santa Monica, California, after a three-year battle with brain cancer.
Mother viciously beaten on way to speak with principal about bullying, reports say
A mother in California says she was viciously beaten by the girl who had been bullying her 16-year-old daughter, according to various local reports.
California could be first state to launch its own prescription drug label
Newsom wants California, home to nearly 40 million people, to contract with generic drug companies to make prescription medications on its behalf so it could then sell them to the public. The goal, according to the governor's office, is to lower prices by increasing competition in the generic market.
California officials sue billionaire over access to beach
The lawsuit filed Monday on behalf of the California State Lands Commission and Coastal Commission seeks a court order demanding that Vinod Khosla remove all gates and signs on or near the only road to the beach that runs through his private property.
McDonald’s employees aid drive-thru customer who mouths ‘Help me': police
Some McDonald’s employees in Northern California are being credited with taking fast action on Christmas Eve on behalf of a customer who appeared to be in distress.
Twin brothers among 3 teens killed in Christmas crash
The three young men killed, all sixteen years old, were identified by the Alameda County Coroner's office as Javier Ramirez, Mark Anthony Urista and Michael Angelo Urista.
McDonald’s employees save woman who mouthed ‘help me’ in drive-thru
McDonald’s employees are being commended for their quick thinking and actions, which led to the rescue of a woman in need.
Child dies after suffering medical emergency at LAX
The Los Angeles Fire Department has confirmed that a young girl died Thursday evening at LAX after suffering a Cardiac Arrest.
Suspected California porch pirates arrested with 108 packages after flipping car during police chase
Two suspected Northern California porch pirates were found early Monday with 108 packages and envelopes in their car after the vehicle rolled over on the side of a highway while the pair were being pursued by police, authorities said.
Shark reportedly bites surfer off coast of Santa Barbara
A shark reportedly bit a surfer Saturday afternoon off Santa Rosa Island in a “truly terrifying situation,” the Coast Guard said.
Eagle Rock church to eliminate $5.3 million in medical debt for SoCal families
An Eagle Rock church is giving an impressive gift to thousands of low-income SoCal families this Christmas.
Police K-9 launches inside vehicle to apprehend pursuit suspect in Corona
A police K-9 went to great lengths to apprehend a suspect.
Punk band fans damage Santa Ana Denny’s restaurant during impromptu concert
A Denny’s restaurant in Santa Ana found itself the unwitting host of a hardcore punk show.
17-year-old girl steals plane from Fresno Yosemite Int. Airport, crashes into building
A teenage girl was taken into custody after allegedly stealing a plane and crashing it into a building at the Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
Firefighters rescue dog that chased cat up a tree and got stuck
We've all heard about cats needing to be rescued from trees -- but what about dogs? That's what happened to one German shepherd that got stuck at the top of a tree in northern California.
L.A. County Health officials confirm possible measles exposures at LAX
Los Angeles County health officials said Monday they have confirmed three cases of measles in non-residents who passed through Los Angeles International Airport, possibly exposing other people.