Los Angeles to San Francisco luxury overnight train project names designer for rail cars
Dreamstar Lines is the company behind what would be the first luxury overnight train service between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Gov. Newsom says he's going to 'Trump proof' California state laws
California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of former President Donald Trump, on Thursday called for lawmakers to convene a special session later this year to safeguard the state’s progressive policies on climate change, reproductive rights and immigration ahead of another Trump presidency.
How Trump won the Latino vote despite name calling, mass deportation threats
One of the big drivers in President-Elect Donald Trump's victory was the Latino vote. Experts weigh in on how he did it.
Former San Quentin K-9 officer indicted for planting contraband, 'pretending' to find
A former San Quentin prison guard has been indicted for "finding" drugs, cell phones, tobacco and weapons that he had allegedly planted and then "pretended" to find himself in order to boost his pay and seem more successful than he was, according to a federal indictment.
Street celebrations break out after Dodgers World Series win
The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to finish the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the World Series.
Menendez brothers lead prison reform with Norway-inspired project
The Menendez brothers are transforming a San Diego prison yard into a rehabilitative, nature-focused space inspired by Norway's prison model, aiming to reduce recidivism and improve inmate wellbeing.
McDonald’s says onions from California grower linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
A California grower was the source of fresh onions linked to a deadly E. coli food poisoning outbreak at McDonald’s, officials with the restaurant chain said Thursday. Meanwhile, other fast-food restaurants — including Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC and Burger King — pulled onions from some menus.
Murder trial of tech consultant Nima Momeni in the death of Cash App founder Bob Lee begins
The murder trial of a tech consultant in the stabbing death of Cash App founder Bob Lee begins Monday, a year and a half after the widely admired entrepreneur was found staggering on a deserted downtown San Francisco street seeking help.
CA drug bust: $1.7 million worth of fentanyl seized, some found in packages of raw meat
Inside a cooler, officers found multiple packages of carne asada beef, which were used to conceal the 11 pounds of fentanyl.
Scott Peterson given discovery rights by California judge
The judge presiding over the Scott Peterson case greenlit a discovery process for the convicted murderer on Monday, two decades after he was found guilty of killing his pregnant wife.
Crypto scammer swindles more than $1 million from Bay Area woman
Crypto-crime keeps exploding, often aimed at Americans by a worldwide network of heartless criminals who don’t care about whose lives they destroy. One victim, a professional woman, was willing to talk about the kind of financial devastation few of us can ever imagine.
California man accused blowing up courthouse on his court date
Five people were injured after a man set off an explosive device in the lobby of the Santa Maria Courthouse. A suspect has been detained.
California AG sues ExxonMobil over alleged plastic recycling deception
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Monday announced the filing of an unprecedented lawsuit against ExxonMobil for allegedly engaging in a 50-year campaign of deception that “caused and exacerbated the global plastics pollution crisis."
Gavin Newsom signs law banning 'all' plastic bags at CA grocery stores
Paper or plastic will no longer be a choice at grocery store checkout lines in California.
Pac-12 to add Boise St., Fresno St., San Diego St., Colorado St. in 2026
The Pac-12 is adding Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State, starting in 2026, to join Oregon State and Washington State in a rebuilt Conference of Champions.
New iPhones: What you should know about the products Apple announced at the special event
Just as many people expected, Apple released new editions of its iPhone line during a special event on Monday at their California headquarters. Here's what to know about the new phones.
DOJ investigating sexual abuse at 2 California women's prisons
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it has opened an investigation into allegations that correctional officers systematically sexually abused incarcerated women at two state-run California prisons, drawing immediate praise from state lawmakers.
Ricky Pearsall shooting: Arizona boy learns he has his old number, receives 'get well soon' texts
Former ASU Sun Devil and San Francisco 49er Ricky Pearsall's old phone number was recently activated in Phoenix by a mom who just got her son his first cell phone. Ever since he was injured in a shooting, his phone has been getting notifications nonstop.
Berkeley vigil held for Israeli-American hostage killed in Gaza
The discovery ended a nearly year-long fight for his release.
California bubble entertainer cited for 'fluid littering'
A California Navy veteran, who makes a living entertaining kids with giant bubbles, is facing a court date after receiving a citation for what the city of San Diego calls "fluid littering."