Charles Manson's random ties to musicians, actors in Hollywood
Before Charles Manson dispatched young followers on a killing rampage, his life in Los Angeles and failed musical aspirations led him to encounter many well-known celebrities.
Nathan Larson, admitted pedophilia advocate who once ran for political office, dies in custody
Nathan Larson, who was on trial for allegedly grooming and kidnapping a 12-year-old California girl, died in custody in Arizona.
Georgia inmate accused of impersonating California billionaire to steal $11M while inside max security lock-up
The Georgia gang member is accused of using contraband cell phones will to impersonate a California movie mogul in a scheme that is believed to be one of the largest heists pull off from inside an American prison.
Tomato, onion, garlic prices expected to increase amid ongoing California drought
About 94% of California fell under the severe, extreme, or exceptional drought categories as of last week. The state grows over a third of the nation's vegetables and 75% of its fruits and nuts.
California Gov. Newsom's campaign puts up pro-abortion billboard in Austin
The billboard marks at least the second time California Gov. Gavin Newsom has paid for advertising in Texas concerning abortion.
Stockton serial killer blamed for 6 deaths, including 1 in Oakland: police
Police investigating a serial killer believed to be behind 5 Stockton murders now believe that an earlier Oakland homicide was also by the same culprit.
Kurt, world's 1st clone of rare horse, learning 'wild language' from female companion
A rare wild horse that was cloned in 2020 recently made his debut to visitors at the San Diego Zoo and is learning from Holly, a young female of his own species.
Watch: Mexico earthquake causes desert 'tsunami' in California's Death Valley
An earthquake this week in Mexico made waves over 1,700 miles away in a cave located in California’s Death Valley, the National Park Service said.
California sues Seattle-based Amazon, alleging antitrust law violations
California is suing Amazon, accusing the company of violating the state’s antitrust and unfair competition laws by stifling competition and engaging in practices that push sellers to maintain higher prices on products on other sites.
California’s electric car mandate could spread to over a dozen states
California's gas car ban faces firm opposition in states across the country.
Professional rock climber charged with sex assaults at Yosemite National Park
A grand jury indicted Charles Barrett who they allege engaged in sexual contact with someone identified as K.G. without her permission over two consecutive days in August 2016.
Longtime Oakland librarian shares love notes, photos, personal items left inside library books
A longtime Oakland librarian has shared an expansive collection of personal items including love notes, drawings, and photos left behind in library books over the years.
Clean car EV standards coming to Virginia, thanks to California
The new California bill that will ban gas-powered cars by 2035 will also apply to Virginia.
California author shares moving account of reunion with teacher credited for changing his life
A Northern California author and Stanford writing fellow has shared a moving story about a long-awaited reunion with a teacher he'd been looking for for almost 20 years. Jamil Jan Kochai said he'd been looking for his 2nd grade teacher so he could thank her for everything she did to change his life.
Rock climber from New Zealand slapped with $600K hospital bill after Yosemite fall
Anna Parsons, 21, fell nearly 80 feet from Yosemite National Park’s “Snake Dike” route on Half Dome peak, breaking nearly every bone in her body.
Dog blinded after ingesting oxycodone while on a walk at Palisades Park in Santa Monica
A dog named Chance the Rapper was blinded last week after his owner said he ingested an oxycodone tablet while the two were on a walk at Palisades Park in Santa Monica.
2 new scorpion species discovered in dry California lake-beds
The scorpions live in the deserts of Central and Southern California.
Anne Heche dies from injuries sustained in Los Angeles crash
Anne Heche, known for her roles in 'Another World' and 'Donnie Brasco,' as well as her romantic relationship with Ellen DeGeneres, has passed away after being removed from life support.
U.S. Forest Service lookout dies in McKinney Fire when she wouldn't evacuate
A U.S. Forest Service fire lookout of 50 years died when she didn't heed advice to leave her home, which was overtaken by the McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County, officials said.
Houston nurse in deadly LA crash that killed 6, charged with murder, vehicular manslaughter
Nicole Linton, the 37-year-old nurse from Houston who was allegedly behind the wheel of a speeding Mercedes that killed six and injured eight others, was charged on Monday, the DA's office announced.