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 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.
California man held in death of 1-year-old left near train tracks
A man who was babysitting two young children was arrested on suspicion of murder after the 1-year-old was found dead near railroad tracks in Northern California, authorities said Friday.
Anne Heche in 'stable' condition after chaotic car crash, 'expected to pull through': report
'Six Days Seven Nights' star Anne Heche crashed a car into a Mar Vista, California, home Friday.
Visitors to world's tallest tree could face $5,000 fine, up to 6 months in jail
Park officials say increased visitors to Hyperion in Northern California have resulted in “degradation of the tree’s base,” trash and human waste in the surrounding area, and more issues.
California court OKs death penalty in ’80s sex slave murders
The California Supreme Court upheld the conviction and death penalty for one of two men implicated in at least 11 horrific torture-slayings in the 80s in which the duo kept their victims hidden in a secret bunker in the Northern California woods.
Oakland man faces racism during abroad program at Cambridge and responds with an incredible teaching moment
A 22-year-old Oakland tech prodigy and entrepreneur became a victim of a shocking and disturbing act of racism while taking part in a summer program at the University of Cambridge. He responded by using his tech skills to call out the perpetrator while also taking the opportunity to educate and inspire.
Manhunt for gunman who killed 2 in wave of Southern California 7-Eleven holdups
A manhunt is underway for a gunman after a string of armed robberies at several 7-Eleven locations throughout Southern California left at least two people dead and three others wounded.
Sprinklers installed to protect iconic sequoia trees from wildfire in Yosemite National Park
Hundreds of the iconic, larger-than-life sequoias in Yosemite National Park are under threat as the Washburn Fire continues to burn.
Supreme Court gun case: States with strict gun laws weigh next steps after ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down a New York state law that restricted who could get a permit to carry a gun in public.
California woman, 2 dogs struck and killed by lightning
The woman was walking with her two dogs on a Los Angeles-area bike path when it appeared that all three were struck by lightning and killed.
Zoo staff forced to intervene after dog enters gorilla enclosure
Staff at the San Diego Zoo safely removed a dog that became trapped in an enclosure with gorillas on Sunday.
2022 midterms: Primaries shift focus to control of US House
Primary elections in seven states Tuesday will set the stage for U.S. House and Senate races this fall.
Amazon opens 1st physical clothing store in Los Angeles
Amazon’s brick-and-mortar clothing store, called Amazon Style, uses an app and QR codes to try and streamline the process of shopping.
Patricia Krenwinkel: Parole recommended for Charles Manson follower
Patricia Krenwinkel, now 74, was previously denied parole 14 times after the slayings of pregnant actor Sharon Tate and four other people in 1969.
10 shot, 1 fatally during after-prom party in San Bernardino
One person was killed and nine others injured during a shooting in San Bernardino Friday night.
Preakness 2022: Early Voting tops Epicenter
Early Voting's win validated the decision to skip the Kentucky Derby and aim for the middle jewel of the Triple Crown.
California church shooting: No warning signs before deadly attack, suspect's roommate says
The man that prosecutors call the diabolical and crafty monster behind a deadly shooting at a Southern California church seemed to be a kind and quiet person who shared his food and proclaimed himself a Christian, his roommate said.
NFL star remembers 'hero' Dr. John Cheng, killed trying to disarm California church shooter
The NFL star wrote on Twitter Monday that Dr. Cheng was his primary physician and was an "absolute hero" adding that he "wanted his name to be known."