Los Angeles, CA|News|
Gray Wolf Spotted In Sequoia National Park For First Time In More Than 100 Years
California's wild wolf population grew 10 percent last year, according to wildlife officials.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
California State News
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Across California|News|
DOJ: Deportations Led to Overcrowding, Strained Resources at ICE Facilities
Six detainees died in ICE custody between September 2025 and March — the highest number since the CA Department of Justice started tracking.
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Turning 65? Here's How To Start Planning For RMD Taxes
Proactive planning may help minimize future RMD taxes.
Across California|News|
Potential ‘Super El Niño’ Coming Faster Than Expected: What It Means For CA
The National Weather Service said there is a strong chance an historic El Niño will emerge this month and continue into the winter.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Firefighter Injured In Blaze That Engulfed Home, Storage Facility And Commercial Building In Perris
The fire occurred Tuesday afternoon in the 300 block of E. 3rd Street.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Old Town Temecula Is Getting Its 'Ducks In A Row' From Regan Schneider
Still shy of her 30th birthday, Schneider has successfully operated several Temecula businesses and is readying to open this one.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Woman Found In Beaumont After Being Kidnapped 90 Miles Away: Police
The kidnapping victim was found in Beaumont after being taken from a supermarket parking lot 90 miles away, police said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Shipwrecked Sailor May Have Set CA's Largest Wildfire Currently Burning
The sailor set off emergency flares after crashing his sailboat on the island on Friday, officials said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Kidnapper Arrested After Police Chase, Gunfire: Santa Monica PD
A man wanted in connection with a Santa Monica kidnapping was arrested following a police pursuit.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Crash Jams Traffic On 215 Freeway In Menifee
The crash was reported on the southbound side of the freeway, north of Scott Road.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
47-Year-Old Man Found Shot To Death In Riverside County
Investigators were working to identify the suspect(s) involved.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Shrooms 'Art-N-Seek' Game Coming To The East Bay. Here's Where To Search
On June 13, mushroom art will take over the Bay Area.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Hundreds Of Acres Burning In Riverside County Due To Wildfires
Evacuations were underway, and at least four people were injured. There was zero containment on the blazes as of Tuesday night.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
Shrooms 'Art-N-Seek' Game Coming To San Leandro
On June 13, mushrooms will take over the main library plaza.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Public Swim Programs Open Across Southwest Riverside County
Swim lessons, lap swimming, masters classes, water exercise, and more are beginning throughout the region. How to find a pool near you:
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Pickpocket Crew That Targeted Pedestrians In SF's Chinatown Arrested: Police
Pickpocket thefts began rising across Chinatown in April, prompting an investigation by police.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Man Who Claimed He Was Being Forced To Sell Drugs By Human Traffickers In SF Convicted: DA
"We will not allow human trafficking laws to be exploited as a loophole," prosecutors said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Teen Driver Was Speeding Before Deadly East Bay Crash: Police
The driver was estimated to have been going over 50 miles per hour on city streets before crashing, police said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Whooping Cough Outbreak Hits LA County
The city has seen an unusually high number of whooping cough cases this year.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego Wine Country's Big Winners Will Pour At San Diego Fair Competition 2026
These two Southern California wines went head-to-head at the prestigious San Diego Fair competition. See who came out on top.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula's South Coast Winery Wins Big At San Diego Fair Competition 2026
See the other Temecula Valley Wine Country wineries that won awards at the prestigious San Diego Fair competition.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
Sandy Fire Blackens Nearly 1,700 Acres As Over 40K Ordered To Evacuate
The fire had burned more than 1,300 acres on the Ventura-Los Angeles county line as of Tuesday afternoon.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Train Vs. Car Crash Impacts Metro A Line Service Tuesday Morning
Part of the Metro A Line was shut down following a crash Tuesday morning.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
