Podcaster helped police crack California's Kristin Smart cold case
A billboard on the side of the road on California's Central Coast led Chris Lambert to create a podcast about the 1996 disappearance of college freshman Kristin Smart, and it’s taken over his life.
A billboard on the side of the road on California's Central Coast led Chris Lambert to create a podcast about the 1996 disappearance of college freshman Kristin Smart, and it’s taken over his life.
Missing California mother who disappeared on vacation in Miami found safe
The mother of Angela Morrisey, a 23-year-old mother of two from Sacramento, made the announcement that her daughter was found safe and thanked people for their prayers, help and concern “and for getting the word out.”
The mother of Angela Morrisey, a 23-year-old mother of two from Sacramento, made the announcement that her daughter was found safe and thanked people for their prayers, help and concern “and for getting the word out.”
Estranged husband arrested for stabbing death of Santa Clarita woman
A standoff that lasted several hours finally came to an end involving a man accused of killing his estranged wife in Santa Clarita.
A standoff that lasted several hours finally came to an end involving a man accused of killing his estranged wife in Santa Clarita.
Elderly murderer paroled after decades in prison accused of killing another woman after his release
He is now charged with the stabbing murder of a woman just weeks after his parole conditions were terminated by the state.
He is now charged with the stabbing murder of a woman just weeks after his parole conditions were terminated by the state.
Life-size teddy bear named 'Bearsun' walking from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Drivers in California might notice a "bear-y" unique site, as a giant teddy bear is making its way from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
Drivers in California might notice a "bear-y" unique site, as a giant teddy bear is making its way from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
California Gold Rush town votes to remove 19th-century noose logo
Some argued that the noose is part of the history of the town, but others said it is violent and gives the city a bad reputation
Some argued that the noose is part of the history of the town, but others said it is violent and gives the city a bad reputation
DA charges former classmate with murder following 1996 disappearance of Cal Poly student Kristin Smart
San Luis Obispo prosecutors on Wednesday charged a former classmate of Cal Poly student Kristin Smart with first-degree murder during an attempted rape, which occurred in 1996.
San Luis Obispo prosecutors on Wednesday charged a former classmate of Cal Poly student Kristin Smart with first-degree murder during an attempted rape, which occurred in 1996.
'Zoom in a Room:' California ranks last in the country for reopening schools
California, the most populated state is lagging the rest of the country in reopening schools — and in some cases offering options that parents say are unacceptable.
California, the most populated state is lagging the rest of the country in reopening schools — and in some cases offering options that parents say are unacceptable.
Annual 420 cannabis celebration at Golden Gate Park canceled once again
City officials again canceled the 420 cannabis celebration in Golden Gate Park due to state and local restrictions on large gatherings.
City officials again canceled the 420 cannabis celebration in Golden Gate Park due to state and local restrictions on large gatherings.
Kristin Smart case: Paul Flores, Smart's former classmate, charged with murder
Nearly twenty-five years after Kristin Smart disappeared after a college party near California Polytechnic State University's campus, authorities Tuesday arrested her former classmate, Paul Flores, on suspicion of murder. Flores was the last person to see her alive in 1996 before she vanished.
Nearly twenty-five years after Kristin Smart disappeared after a college party near California Polytechnic State University's campus, authorities Tuesday arrested her former classmate, Paul Flores, on suspicion of murder. Flores was the last person to see her alive in 1996 before she vanished.
California orders pause of J&J vaccine on US recommendation
California state officials directed counties and other providers on Tuesday to pause use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as recommended by the federal government as agencies examine a possible and rare side effect that can cause blood clots.
California state officials directed counties and other providers on Tuesday to pause use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as recommended by the federal government as agencies examine a possible and rare side effect that can cause blood clots.
Drawing gun instead of Taser brings back memories of Oscar Grant's death at Fruitvale BART station
Oakland civil rights attorney John Burris said the shooting death of Duante Wright in Minnesota is similar to the killing of Oscar Grant at the Fruitvale BART station 12 years ago. Both men were shot by police officers who say they meant to use their Tasers but mistakenly grabbed their guns.
Oakland civil rights attorney John Burris said the shooting death of Duante Wright in Minnesota is similar to the killing of Oscar Grant at the Fruitvale BART station 12 years ago. Both men were shot by police officers who say they meant to use their Tasers but mistakenly grabbed their guns.
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events. The postponed ceremonies and pent-up demand now mean more competition for booking services and venues.
There's a rush to rebook weddings now that California is allowing more in-person events. The postponed ceremonies and pent-up demand now mean more competition for booking services and venues.
California AG to review sex assault allegations against Windsor mayor
Disgraced Windsor Mayor Dominic Foppoli continues to cling to office as the California Attorney General assumes a criminal review of his conduct.
Disgraced Windsor Mayor Dominic Foppoli continues to cling to office as the California Attorney General assumes a criminal review of his conduct.
Steph Curry passes Wilt Chamberlin for scoring most points in Warriors franchise history
Steph Curry scored 21 points in the first quarter, giving him 17,786 in his career. That passes Wilt Chamberlain’s 17,783 with the franchise, a record he’d held since 1964.
Steph Curry scored 21 points in the first quarter, giving him 17,786 in his career. That passes Wilt Chamberlain’s 17,783 with the franchise, a record he’d held since 1964.
California lifts COVID-19 limits on indoor worship services following US Supreme Court rulings
California lifted its limits on indoor worship services in the face of U.S. Supreme Court rulings that struck down the coronavirus public health mandates. However, the state still said indoor gatherings were “strongly discouraged” and advised limiting the numbers to 25% of a building’s capacity.
California lifted its limits on indoor worship services in the face of U.S. Supreme Court rulings that struck down the coronavirus public health mandates. However, the state still said indoor gatherings were “strongly discouraged” and advised limiting the numbers to 25% of a building’s capacity.
Harrowing video captures fearless terriers chase away bear that wandered into home
Home surveillance video captured harrowing video of two fearless terriers chasing away a bear that had wandered into their California home.
Home surveillance video captured harrowing video of two fearless terriers chasing away a bear that had wandered into their California home.
Comic-Con 2021 'Special Edition' in San Diego to be held in November amid COVID-19 concerns
Comic-Con 2021 in San Diego has been postponed for its in-person event until Fall 2021, organizers announced.
Comic-Con 2021 in San Diego has been postponed for its in-person event until Fall 2021, organizers announced.
Family member reacts to deaths of 3 young children in Reseda
A family member says the children's parents were at the center of a tense custody battle. The dad had reportedly reached out to DCFS and police for help, the family member said.
A family member says the children's parents were at the center of a tense custody battle. The dad had reportedly reached out to DCFS and police for help, the family member said.
Memorial vigil held for 11-year-old Rodeo girl found tortured and abused
An emotional vigil was held Sunday night for an 11-year-old girl from Rodeo. Authorities accuse her stepmother and father of torturing and abusing her to death.
An emotional vigil was held Sunday night for an 11-year-old girl from Rodeo. Authorities accuse her stepmother and father of torturing and abusing her to death.



















