California

7 Kids, 2 Adults Dead in Head-On Collision That Set 2 Vehicles on Fire

A head-on crash in Central California took away the lives of seven children and two adults on New Year's Day.
California Reports First Case of New COVID-19 Strain

California Reports First Case of New COVID-19 Strain

California Governor Gavin Newsom has confirmed that the new COVID-19 variant or strain initially found in the United Kingdom was detected in a patient of Southern California.
California Extends Stay-at-Home Order Amid Sustained Virus Surge

California Extends Stay-at-Home Order Amid Sustained Virus Surge

Southern California will be welcoming 2021 with strict restrictions and a struggling economy as its regional stay-at-home order was extended because of a sustained coronavirus outbreak.
California Supreme Court: Sex Offenders Are Eligible for Early Parole

California Supreme Court: Sex Offenders Are Eligible for Early Parole

The California Supreme Court ruled on Monday that nonviolent sex offenders can be considered for early parole.
COVID-19 Patient Beats Praying Hospital Roommate To Death With Oxygen Tank

COVID-19 Patient Beats Praying Hospital Roommate To Death With Oxygen Tank

A 37-year-old COVID-19 patient in a California hospital bludgeoned his 82-year-old Hispanic roommate, who was also being treated for the disease.
California Restaurant Owner Sues Newsom Over Order of Forced Closure

California Restaurant Owner Sues Newsom Over Order of Forced Closure

A restaurant owner in California is suing the state Gov. Gavin Newsom and other top officials over an order that forced it to close due to the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
ICU

ICU Capacity in Southern California Drops to 0% As Experts Prepare for the Worst

Intensive Care Unit (ICU) capacity in 11 counties in Southern California has dropped to 0 percent after the surge of COVID-19 infections.
Newsom Recall Drive in California Picks up Steam

Newsom Recall Drive in California Picks up Steam

California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing a renewed recall effort amid the state's ongoing struggle against the spread of coronavirus.
California Sues Amazon for 'Ignoring' Subpoenas on COVID-19 Work Safety

California Sues Amazon for 'Ignoring' Subpoenas on COVID-19 Work Safety

Amazon has been sued by California State Attorney General Xavier Becerra Monday to force the online retail giant to cooperate in a months-long investigation for worker safety in its warehouses amid the coronavirus pandemic.
California Nurses to Go on Strike on Christmas Eve Over Work Conditions

California Nurses to Go on Strike on Christmas Eve Over Work Conditions

California nurses threaten to hold a strike on Christmas eve as they continue to face serious problems with staffing, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other conditions that not only put them in danger but also patients.
Wildfire

California Wildfire Burns Through Nearly 2,000 Acres, Firefighters Gain Ground

A wildfire in Riverside County, California, has burned down nearly 2,000 acres on Sunday until firefighters managed to gain ground on the fast-growing blaze.

California Boy Confused Prince Harry for a Christmas Tree Salesman

Prince Harry was mistaken for a Christmas tree salesman when a five-year-old boy asked him to find the perfect Christmas tree.
California Teen Kidnapped, Murdered While Walking Home Suspect Was Sentenced to Death

California Teen Murdered, Abducted While Walking Home, Suspect Sentenced to Death 10 Years Later

A California teen disappeared 10 years ago while walking home from school. A California teen disappeared 10 years ago while walking home from school. On Friday, the 17-year-old girl was brought to justice after her convicted killer was sentenced to death, according to a People report.
Anti-Trump Protesters Vandalized Vehicles During a Pro-Trump Rally

Anti-Trump Protesters Vandalized Vehicles During a Pro-Trump Rally

Trump supporters in a pro-Trump rally in California was left with vandalized vehicles. Trump supporters in a pro-Trump rally in California was left with vandalized vehicles.

California to Impose Regional Stay-At-Home Order: Here's What You Need to Know

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Thursday a new regional stay-at-home order to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
Money

LA County Used Federal COVID Relief Funds on Celebrity Influencers for PR Campaigns

Los Angeles County used federal relief funds meant for struggling Californians on contracts to public relations companies that recruited celebrity influences for coronavirus messaging.
Travelers

San Francisco Mayor Issues New Curfew Order That Affects Local Businesses

San Francisco officials announced new COVID-19 orders that will take effect on Monday after the number of infections continues to increase.
California Officials Evict Homeless Activists After Illegally Occupying Vacant Homes

California Officials Evict Homeless Activists After Illegally Occupying Vacant Homes

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has evicted a group of activists who illegally occupied vacant homes.

Republican David Valadao Wins Congressional Race in California

Republican David Valadao has snatched the House seat from Democratic Rep. TJ Cox in California's 21st Congressional District, reclaiming the seat he lost two years ago.

Man Arrested After Stabbing Spree at California Church Kills 2, Wounds 3

Police had taken into custody a man allegedly involved in a fatal stabbing spree at a San Jose church in California on Sunday night.

35,000 Fraudulent Unemployment Claims Filed for California Prison Inmates, Including Scott Peterson

California officials said Tuesday that around 35,000 unemployment claims had been fraudulently made on behalf of prison inmates between March and August.