California could shut off water for thousands of farmers

California regulators are planning to stop thousands of farmers from taking water out of the state's major rivers and streams because of a worsening drought.

Convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala dies on California's death row

A prolific serial torture-slayer dubbed “The Dating Game Killer” has died while awaiting execution in California. Rodney James Alcala was 77.

Anti-vaxxer contracts COVID-19, says he regrets skipping out on the vaccine

One man who refused to get the COVID-19 vaccine ended up in the hospital after contracting the virus. Before July, Gumerocindo Vergara had no fears of the virus but that has all changed now. 

Northern California homeowner shoots attempted burglars; 1 dead and 1 injured

An attempted burglary in Northern California turned sour for a pair of intruders when the homeowner shot them, killing one and injuring the other.

Board of Regents approve rare tuition hike at University of California schools

The proposed increase is the first since 2017 and had been criticized by opponents as a “forever hike.” University officials say the increase is needed to maintain the quality of the public university system and provide more financial aid to students.

Torrance nun accused of embezzling $835K from Catholic school pleads guilty

'I DON'T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT B.S. COMING FROM YOU': A U.S. district judge started the plea hearing by telling the court that he was raised as a Roman Catholic, "and was educated by nuns. And I don't look at nuns as ordinary people.''

VIDEO: Victim opens fire on would-be robbers in Melrose shootout

Two men who allegedly tried to rob some shoppers on Melrose Avenue ended up with gunshot wounds when one of the victims opened fire on them in self-defense.

Louisiana residents took $1M in COVID funds from California

More than 100 false claims to California’s Employment Development Department netted $1 million for eight people, and five of them also got more than $60,000 that they weren’t due from the Louisiana Workforce Commission, officials said.

Michael Avenatti faces embezzlement trial in California

Opening statements are scheduled in Santa Ana in the second trial this month for Michael Avenatti, who once represented porn actress Stormy Daniels in her lawsuit against President Donald Trump.

Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to sexual assaults in California

Harvey Weinstein’s charges involve five women and span from 2004 to 2013. Most are said to have taken place in the hotels in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. Now, he awaits a second trial on a second coast, and the possibility of another lengthy sentence.