Scott Peterson finally moved off California’s death row
Scott Peterson has been moved off death row more than two years after the California Supreme Court overturned his death sentence for killing his pregnant wife two decades ago, corrections officials said Monday.
Actor Leslie Jordan dies in car crash at 67
Leslie Jordan, a beloved "Will & Grace" and "American Horror Story" actor and Instagram sensation, died Monday in Los Angeles, his rep confirmed.
California teacher arrested stemming from 2020 disappearance of teen
A 61-year-old Sacramento teacher has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a teen who was reported missing in 2020 and then "inexplicably" turned up about two years later.
Deputies seek public's help in finding missing Washington woman last seen in California
Detectives with the Clallam County Sheriff's Office are asking the public for any information on a Port Angeles, Washington woman who was reported missing.
Gas stoves in California leaking cancer-causing benzene, study finds
Homes in almost every region in the study — Greater Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Fresno — had benzene levels that far exceed the limit determined to be safe.
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.
Paul Flores found guilty of Kristin Smart's murder
A jury has found Paul Flores guilty of murdering Kristin Smart when the two were students at Cal Poly in 1996.
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.
Verdict reached in trial of suspect tied to Kristin Smart's disappearance
A jury has reached a verdict in the case of Ruben Flores who was accused of helping his son cover up the disappearance and presumed murder of Kristin Smart more than 25 years ago.
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.
Mark Wahlberg left Hollywood for Nevada to give his kids a 'better life': 'This made a lot more sense for us'
Mark Wahlberg, his wife, Rhea Durham, and their four children recently moved to Nevada.
Landscape worker killed by chipper in Menlo Park identified
A tree-trimmer was killed after he fell into a chipper at a work site in Menlo Park Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
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.
WWII 'ghost boat' surfaces from receding California lake
The Forest Service said the WWII 'ghost boat' has ties to General George Patton and General Dwight Eisenhower.
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.
Man kidnapped in Pasadena in broad daylight; Victim still missing
A search is underway for a man believed to be kidnapped by two suspects iin broad daylight n the Pasadena area.
Bikini-clad woman seen exiting San Jose fire truck in video prompts investigation
The San Jose Fire Department has launched an investigation into a video posted to social media of a scantily clad woman exiting a fire truck.
California liquor store clerk dies after being assaulted with scooter by group of teens
The LAPD says the store clerk was attempting to stop a group of teens from stealing various items when one of the teens struck him in the head with a scooter.
Merced kidnapping: Second suspect arrested in killing of family of 4
Officials say Alberto Salgado, the brother of Jesus Salgado, was arrested Thursday night.
Inslee, West Coast leaders to sign climate agreement in San Francisco
West coast leaders of the United States and Canada met on Thursday, and signed an agreement that will expand the region's climate partnership.