California News & Breaking Stories

Stanford football won on the road at Washington State with a 10-7 final score. They've clinched a winning record on the road.

Republican Congressman Warren Davidson is undecided on expelling George Santos, indicted on 23 felonies, despite damning House Ethics Committee report.

Gaetz files ethics complaint against McCarthy for assault. McCarthy denies allegations. Burchett says it was accidental. Chaos in Republican Party.

Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown sets career high in yardage with a touchdown in homecoming game against Los Angeles Chargers.

U.S. Marine Mitchell Paige held the line against Japanese soldiers in Guadalcanal for ten hours, facing overwhelming odds alone.

CJ Stroud may be lighting up NFL defenses, but he uses his spotlight to talk about the criminal justice system and his dad's prison sentence.

Jill Stein, 73, is launching her third presidential campaign, seeking the Green Party's nomination, with the potential to impact the 2024 election.

Competing bills have been introduced in the California legislature that would allow parents to pay for college tuition at today's prices.

California lawmakers are proposing a bill that would collect sensitive health information of schoolchildren exempted from vaccinations due to medical reasons. The proposed data collection has raised concerns about the security and privacy of children's medical data. However, experts argue that the importance of preventing outbreaks and epidemics should be weighed against privacy concerns.

California lawmaker Wendy Carrillo was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after crashing her car in Los Angeles, claiming she lost control of the vehicle when she sneezed.

Matthew Perry, star of the hit TV show Friends, was buried in a private ceremony with close friends and family. The funeral took place at a cemetery opposite the Friends filming location, paying tribute to Perry's successful career. The service reportedly ended with a rendition of Peter Gabriel's song 'Don't Give Up', which could be seen as a comment on Perry's battle with addiction. Perry's co-stars from Friends released a joint statement expressing their devastation and love for their friend.

Ady Barkan, a California health care activist who went viral for a 2017 plane conversation with former Sen. Jeff Flake, has died of ALS.

Rep. George Santos survives a vote to expel him from the House as Republicans and some Democrats withhold punishment pending his trial and ethics investigation.

Las Vegas Raiders fire head coach after loss, appoint linebackers coach as interim head coach. Team faces challenges with injured quarterback.

A fast-moving wildfire in Riverside County has spread to over 2,200 acres and is yet to be contained. Over 4,000 people have been forced to evacuate.

This Is Us actor Milo Ventimiglia secretly married model Jarah Mariano, confirming their relationship after keeping it private.

Former UCLA football players gather at the Rose Bowl to unveil a statue honoring former coach Terry Donahue.

Lawmakers in the United States have introduced two Senate bills to address child labor violations, while a third bill aims to protect unaccompanied migrant children. The bills include measures to increase reporting requirements, disclose labor infractions, and penalize companies that violate child labor laws. The legislation follows a significant increase in child labor cases in the US.

Pop superstar Pink breaks attendance records on her world tour, featuring high-energy performances and awe-inspiring aerial stunts.

Episcopal-affiliated Girls' Friendly Society California has granted $20,000 to St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Hollywood to fund the Firefly program. The program aims to teach girls aged 14 to 17 the fundamentals of electrical work, providing them with skills and opportunities for future careers. The program will address different topics every month and will include field trips and guest speakers. Enrollment is open, and scholarships are available.

Firebrand Republican Rep. Jim Jordan loses support from more GOP colleagues as he fails to become House speaker.

House Democrats rally behind Representative Hakeem Jeffries as their pick for speaker, despite him failing to reach the majority threshold.

Britney Spears reveals in her memoir that she had an abortion while dating Justin Timberlake over 20 years ago.

Jada Pinkett-Smith reveals that Tupac Shakur battled alopecia, a condition causing hair loss, and hopes to raise awareness.

Want to watch the California vs. Utah game but don't have cable? Check out FuboTV and Sling TV for online alternatives.

An annular eclipse will occur on October 14 in certain U.S. states, while a partial eclipse will be visible in all states except Hawaii. People should take precautions to view the eclipse safely.

Someone in California won the second largest Powerball jackpot, while five others in South Carolina won $50,000 consolation prizes.

Israel vows to maintain its siege on Gaza until hostages are released, causing a growing humanitarian crisis in the region.

California passed a bill aiming to change ingredients in popular candies and snacks, but Skittles will not be affected.

74-year-old Steve Garvey, a former World Series champion, is running for the Senate in California and aims to be the first Republican to hold the position in decades. Despite the challenges, Garvey is confident he can win with his common sense campaign and focus on quality-of-life issues. He has received support from rival fan bases and Democrats who appreciate his care for them and their families. Garvey's former teammates, including Tommy Lasorda, have also shown their support. Garvey believes in the power of belief and hopes to connect with Californians before the election.

California becomes the first state to ban red dye No.3 and other dangerous food additives, raising concerns about Skittles.

$1.4 billion Powerball jackpot remains unclaimed after 33 consecutive drawings, odds of winning are one in 292.2 million.

$1.4 billion Powerball jackpot up for grabs after 33 consecutive drawings without a winner. Odds of winning are one in 292.2 million.

Oregon State Beavers secure a tight win against Cal Bears with a strong passing game but struggle on defense.

$1.4 billion Powerball jackpot up for grabs, with no winner for three months. Odds of winning are one in 292.2 million.

Anne Hathaway revealed on Late Night with Seth Meyers that she and her husband spent their anniversary indoors due to heavy rain in New York City. Despite the weather, they had a cozy night watching TV and Hathaway expressed her happiness with her husband.

Lottery jackpots in the US are reaching record-breaking amounts, with three prizes exceeding $1 billion this year alone. The current Powerball jackpot is expected to reach $1.2 billion.

Tens of thousands of healthcare workers have gone on strike at Kaiser Permanente hospitals in four US states over wages and staffing shortages. Picketing began on Wednesday at hospitals in California, Colorado, Oregon, and southwest Washington. The Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions is seeking a 25% raise over four years and a $25-per-hour minimum wage for all workers across the US, while Kaiser has offered a 13%-16% raise over four years and a $23 minimum wage for California workers. The contracts for 75,000 nurses, ER techs, respiratory therapists, dietary workers, and home health aides expired on 30 September.

The Powerball jackpot has reached $1.04 billion, making it the fourth largest in history. The drawing is tonight at 11 p.m. EST.

Aaron Rodgers surprises the New York Jets by showing up at their hotel and shares his plans for the rest of the 2023 season.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will appoint Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and adviser, to fill the vacant U.S. Senate seat previously held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Butler will be the only Black woman serving in the Senate and the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the chamber. Her appointment will give the Democratic caucus more flexibility on close votes.

The Powerball jackpot has reached $1.04 billion after no winner in the latest drawing. The next drawing is on Monday.

Actor and comedian Ken Jeong, known for his roles in "The Hangover" and "Crazy Rich Asians," will join ESPN's College GameDay set on Saturday as the guest picker. Jeong, a Duke graduate, will be on campus ahead of the football game between Duke and Notre Dame.

Late senator Dianne Feinstein, who died at 90, was hailed as the biggest champion of Lake Tahoe, securing over half a billion dollars to protect its environment. Her efforts brought Tahoe's environmental threats to the national spotlight, making the lake a symbol of environmental protection. Feinstein spearheaded the 1997 Lake Tahoe Presidential Summit and played a key role in passing the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act. Her dedication to Tahoe included personal involvement and fundraising efforts. Her bipartisan approach and respect from colleagues ensured the lake's protection remained a nonpartisan issue.

Highly recruited sophomore receiver Madden Williams will be attending the University of Arkansas game against Texas A&M. Williams was convinced by his stepfather and a teammate to consider Arkansas due to the school's culture and opportunities for success.

Dianne Feinstein, a California senator, has passed away at the age of 90. Mitch McConnell paid tribute to her.

Former President Trump criticizes Nancy Pelosi and mocks her husband during a speech at the California GOP convention. Trump also attacks President Biden and criticizes California's Democratic leadership.

Fast-food workers in California will earn a minimum of $20 an hour and have a greater say in setting workplace standards under a new law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.

California fast food workers will receive a minimum wage of $20 per hour starting in April 2022, making it one of the highest in the country. The move reflects the power of labor unions and settles a dispute between labor and business groups. The law also establishes a fast food council with the authority to raise the minimum wage annually. The focus now shifts to a separate bill that would raise the minimum wage for healthcare workers to $25 per hour.

The estimated $856 million Powerball jackpot remains unclaimed, increasing excitement for the upcoming Sept. 30 drawing.