Across California|News|
Jason Collins, First Openly Gay NBA Player And A CA Native, Dead At 47
His death came after a monthslong battle with an aggressive brain tumor.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Woman Pepper-Sprays Veteran During Traffic Confrontation: Report
Cellphone video captures a woman spraying an Army veteran through his work truck window.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Ex-CA Gov Candidate Threatened Witnesses In Fiancee’s Dating-App Burglary Case: Prosecutors
The billionaire former Democratic donor was arrested this week.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Caregiver Accused Of Financial Elder Abuse In Palos Verdes
Police say there may be additional possible victims who have yet to come forward, or even realize they have been victimized by the woman.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
$1 Hollywood Bowl Tickets Go On Sale Thursday: What To Know
Tickets priced at just $1 for select Hollywood Bowl concerts go on sale Thursday.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|News|
Teen Wanted For Robbing Woman In Front Yard Of Lynwood Home: LASD
Authorities are searching for a teen suspect in connection with the robbery.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Wildomar Amateur Boxer Heads To USA Boxing National Junior Olympics, Summerfest: Help Him Get There
Steven Rojas is a special kind of boxer, his home gym, Temecula Boxing Training Academy, says. Here's how to help support his journey.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Delta Scraps Drink Service On Flights From Some CA Airports
Delta is scaling back its snack and beverage service on flights from some California airports.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Beaumont Celebrates 'Gimmicks & Gadgets' 2nd Place Winner
Carlos Napoles of Beaumont was honored at a recent city council meeting for his invention.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
'An Unexpected Encore': Season Extended At The Flower Fields At Carlsbad Ranch
The Flower Fields will stay open through Sunday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
New Music School Opens In Fremont: 'We Keep Students Motivated'
This is the school's first location in Fremont.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Castro Valley, CA|News|
'Busted': Driver Tries Evading Carpool Toll With Faceless Dummy In East Bay
"Reminder: HOV occupants need to be actual people, not your arts and crafts project," authorities said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Serial Catalytic Converter Thieves Arrested After Auto Burglary At SF Mall: Police
The suspects were tracked to the El Cerrito Plaza, where officers found them with burglary tools, police said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
2 Brushfires Ignite In Riverside County: Cal Fire
Over a one-hour period, two wildfires ignited in Riverside County near Jurupa Valley and Goodhope.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
76-Year-Old Was Trying To Park When He Crashed And Killed Pedestrian In SF: DA
The crash happened in the Chinatown neighborhood on March 27, authorities said. The driver is now facing a vehicular manslaughter charge.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Friends Of The Alameda Free Library Host Used Book Sale
The sale will run through May 16, with a special offer for teachers.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
13 Injured When Bus, Gravel Truck And Car Collide
Thirteen people were injured in the Wednesday morning crash.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
San Leandro Police Chief Charged With Hit-And-Run
The charge stems from a crash in May 2025.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Discounted Computers Available At North County Distribution Event
Refurbished desktop computers and laptops will be available at reduced prices, with desktop models starting at $100, organizers said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Beaumont Welcomes New City Manager
Christopher Boatman began working for the city Monday. He will be publicly sworn in at the June 2 City Council meeting.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Girl, 6, Missing For 3 Weeks After LA County Disappearance
The 6-year-old girl was reported missing three weeks ago.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula Pushes Back Against Massive High-Voltage Power Project Planned Through The City
Towers and lines would span over 100 miles, from San Onofre, southeast to Imperial County. The proposed route is directly through Temeucla.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Man Threatening To Jump From Valley Freeway Shuts Down Street
Authorities responded to a man threatening to jump from a freeway overpass Tuesday afternoon.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
