Judge denies defense's bid to dismiss counts against Nipsey Hussle's alleged killer

 A judge Thursday denied the defense's bid to dismiss two of the charges against the man charged with murdering Nipsey Hussle outside the rapper's clothing store in the Hyde Park area of Los Angeles in March.

Investigations underway after nine USC students die within three months

Officials at the University of Southern California have confirmed nine students have died within the first three months of the fall semester, leaving students and parents on edge and demanding answers. 

Popular Selena tribute singer from L.A. released after being detained by immigration agents

A scare at a Texas airport for a tribute singer for the late Tejano artist, Selena. Singer Karol Posadas says she was arrested and detained for days by immigration agents.

Woman charged with first-degree murder after autopsy revealed meth in system of ‘stillborn fetus,’ authorities say

A woman who gave birth to a “stillborn fetus” in Northern California was charged with first-degree murder after the Kings County Coroner’s Office found toxic levels of methamphetamine in the fetus’ system, authorities said.

Surfing therapy dog helping wounded warriors, kids with special needs

This Veteran’s Day weekend a special dog will be celebrated. Ricochet is a surfing therapy dog who helps wounded warriors, service members and veterans with PTSD. 

NRA drops lawsuit against San Francisco

San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera said on Thursday he is pleased the National Rifle Association has dropped its lawsuit against San Francisco. 

Milpitas teacher on leave after wearing blackface to school

Student Karrington Kenney captured the teacher dressed as Common, the rapper. The video, which the school verified as legitimate, shows the teacher's face is painted black. 

Trump threatens to cut funding for California wildfires

President Trump is threatening to cut U.S. funding to California for aid during wildfires that have burned across the state during dry winds this fall.

Matthew McConaughey, volunteers prepare hot meals for SoCal firefighters

Several volunteers with Wild Turkey and actor Matthew McConaughey are helping to give back to the firefighters who have been battling the raging wildfires in Southern California. 

Rage Against the Machine will reunite for Coachella 2020

Rage Against the Machine will reunite for both weekends of Coachella and three shows in Texas, Arizona and New Mexico.

California man suffers major burn injuries after Halloween costume catches fire

A man was hospitalized with major burn injuries after flames from a jack-o'-lantern lit his costume on fire and spread to the garage of his San Carlos home.

District failed to stop bullies before boy, 13, was fatally sucker punched: Legal claim

Family members of a 13-year-old boy who died from injuries after being sucker-punched by classmates at a Moreno Valley school announced Tuesday that they will be filing a wrongful death claim against the district.

Couple poses for wildfire wedding photo during smoky ceremony at California winery

An Illinois couple got married in Northern California's famous Sonoma County as a massive wildfire raged nearby, posing for a dramatic wedding photo with masks.