California's economy shows strong performance and innovation, with eight cities among the top for business growth and readiness for AI, according to state data and studies.

California's Department of Public Health emphasizes the importance of vaccinations for children ahead of the new school year, stressing their role in preventing disease outbreaks like the recent rise in measles cases.

An Oxnard man was sentenced to two years and eight months in state prison for a hate crime battery involving an attack based on the victim's sexual orientation.

Irvine opens new Heritage Park and University Park library branches with celebration events, featuring entertainment, family activities, and library card registration.

Two suspects, Vanessa Montez and Jose Silva, face felony charges for mail theft in Chino Hills after being caught with burglary tools and stolen mail.

Monrovia plans a new mixed-use complex with 204 apartments and commercial space at 701 Myrtle Avenue, integrating ample amenities and parking; fulfills environmental review process for feedback until August 18th.

Local authorities arrested Paul Santisi in Needles, California, on charges of spousal rape, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Colorado River Station.

Two men were arrested for shoplifting over $1,000 in merchandise from a store in Santa Clarita Valley, facing grand theft and drug paraphernalia charges.

Anaheim jewelry store owner fired a warning shot to deter over a dozen armed would-be burglars, thwarting an attempted robbery; the store had extensive security measures. Police are investigating links to other robberies.

A DUI suspect crashed into a wall in Encino after a high-speed chase through the San Fernando Valley involving CHP and LAPD, with the suspect's arrest following the collision.

Officials in Los Angeles warn of a public health crisis due to the defunding of Planned Parenthood, with potential clinic closures impacting healthcare access.

Los Angeles County offers a $20,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of the killer of Navy veteran Benjamin Ryan Castaneda, fatally shot on June 2 in Whittier.

An ex-engineer, Chenguang Gong, pleaded guilty to stealing missile tracking technology from a Southern California company and faces up to 10 years in prison.