National Retailer Closing 20 Locations, Laying Off 900 Workers: What It Means For CA

Layoffs are expected to begin this month, according to the company.

New CA Law To Trigger Big Change For Grocery Shopping In 2026

While the state technically implemented this ban more than 10 years ago, lawmakers hope this new law will close a "nasty loophole."

A CA Family Was About To Cut The Cake When Gunfire Erupted At A Toddler's Birthday Party

“I actually thought it was my balloons popping. It was gunshots," said Patrice Williams, the birthday girl's mother.

Rapper Shot At Children’s Birthday Party Massacre Is Now Hiding In Fear: Report

He and his wife were both shot at the deadly birthday party shooting.

CA Residents Without REAL ID To Face New Fee

Air travelers who haven’t yet gotten their REAL IDs will be charged a fee beginning in February.

CA City Becomes First To Ban Pickleball: Report

This wealthy, coastal town said their pickleball scene became a "madhouse."

Why These Truck Drivers In CA Are Disappearing Amid The Holiday Rush: Report

Authorities have reportedly canceled thousands of commercial driver's licenses in California.

‘They Still Need Care': Why CA Migrant Workers Are Avoiding Medical Clinics

Fearful of sharing sensitive information, farmworkers started staying away from mobile medical clinics after President Trump took office.

CHP To Start Issuing Tickets For Major Traffic Law Change

In October, Congress voted to discontinue a 25-year-old program that allowed carpool lanes access and toll discounts.

10 Festive Pop-Up Bars To Visit This Holiday Season In CA

Bars from San Francisco to San Diego have transformed into festive pop-ups filled with twinkling lights and themed cocktails.

Powerball Jackpot Grows To $740 Million In CA

The odds of matching all five numbers and the Powerball number is 1 in 292.2 million, according to the Multi-State Lottery Association.

Lead In Cookware | CEO Accused Of Sexually Exploiting Kids | Beloved Music Venue To Close: CA Business News

Catch up with the latest CA consumer and business news, plus under-the-radar stories and the week's best sales and freebies.

Birthday Party Mass Shooting That Killed 4 Had Multiple Gunmen, Sheriff Says

Three children and one adult were killed in the attack, the sheriff said.

Multiple People Shot At Birthday Party At NorCal Dairy Queen, Authorities, Reports Say

Several people were taken to hospitals, authorities said.

Bus Drivers Attacked Across CA: Stiffer Penalties Aim To Curb The Violence

"For too long, transit workers have been asked to do their jobs under the shadow of rising threats and violence, ...," union reps said.

How To Claim You Share Of Amazon's $2.5B Prime Settlement In CA

The e-commerce giant was ordered to pay a settlement amid allegations that the company enrolled millions in Prime without their consent.

7 CA Stadiums Among 20 Proposed Sites For 2031 Women's World Cup

FIFA released the bid books Friday for the 2031 and 2035 women's tournaments.

How To See The Child Supermoon In CA And Upcoming Geminid, Ursid Meteor Showers

December 2025 is ideal for night sky viewing in California with the final supermoon of the year known as the Cold Moon or Child Moon.

Black Friday Online Shopping Scams Hit CA, Nation: FBI Issues Safety Tips

"Every year, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams," the FBI warns.

Major CA Retailers Closed For Thanksgiving 2025: See The List

From Walmart to Target, many stores will close their doors for the Thanksgiving holiday this year.

Raccoons Are Showing Signs Of Domestication In CA, Study Says

A new study suggests city raccoons’ steady access to human garbage may be making them increasingly tolerant of people.

Proposed Military Break With Scouts Over 'Boy-Friendly Spaces' Could Affect Thousands Of CA Scouts

Scouting America pushes back as draft memo that would dissolve ties between the military and Scouting.

CA Politicians 'On Edge' After F.B.I. Letters Notify Of Tapped Phones: Report

The unsettling news came after Newsom's former chief of staff was indicted one of the biggest scandals Sacramento has seen in years.

Fodor's Travel Names This CA City 'A Top Place To Go' In 2026

Only six U.S. places were named to the list, and only one destination was in California (hint: the location is not where you might think).

Californians Are Flocking To This Arizona City: Report

Thousands have moved to this community in Mojave County since 2023, amid affordability concerns in California.

Where To Shop 2025 Black Friday Deals In California

From JCPenney to The Home Depot, here's where to get the best bang for your buck on Black Friday.

How Fear Of Trump's Immigration Blitz Is Changing Life In California Farm Towns

Tax receipts are down almost 30% in one California farm town, where immigrants are afraid to go out.

A Sheriff, A Billionaire, A Tinge Of Scandal. CA Governor's Race Packs Drama, Uncertainty

The pending exit of term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom has created the most wide-open and crowded field for the CA's highest office in memory.

Man Swept Into Ocean At Same State Park Where Dad And 7-Year-Old Daughter Died

This incident happened just a week after a 39-year-old father and his 7-year-old daughter, visiting from Canada, were swept into the ocean.

New Fast Food Closures | Barbie Theme Park Coming | Haircut Meltdown | 'Golden Girls' Popup: CA Business News

Catch up with the latest CA consumer and business news, plus under-the-radar stories and the week's best sales and freebies.

Fastest And Slowest CA Airports For Holiday Travel Revealed In New Ranking

One California airport is among the very worst in the country for customs wait times during the holiday season, according to a new ranking.

Trump Administration Sues CA Over In-State Tuition Rates For immigrants in US illegally

The suit focuses on college tuition, scholarships, and state-funded financial aid to students who aren't legally in the United States.

CVS Health offering whooping cough vaccine to California residents

Residents can receive a pertussis vaccine at MinuteClinic and CVS Pharmacy locations across the state

Restored Volkswagen "Magic Bus" That Somehow Survived Major California Wildfire Makes Public Debut

A vintage blue VW bus became an unlikely symbol of resilience after it survived a California wildfire and made its public debut this week.

Bay Area Congressman Eric Swalwell Joins California Governor's Race

Swalwell, a seven-term congress member known as a pugnacious Trump critic, said the state needs a "fighter and a protector."

CA Cities Lead Nation In 2025 Holiday Spending, WalletHub Finds

Palo Alto, Mountain View and other California communities top a new national ranking of holiday budgets. See how your city ranked.

Thanksgiving Grocery, Black Friday Retail Hours: What's Open, Closed In CA

This is what's open and closed on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday.

Charges Dropped Against Mother Of Missing SoCal Girl Melodee Buzzard, 9

Sheriff’s detectives say Ashlee Buzzard’s false-imprisonment arrest was separate from the ongoing, multi-agency effort to find her daughter.

Octogenarians Survive Bear Attack In Their Home Near Lake Tahoe

“We are grateful that these individuals sustained minor injuries and are okay," Nevada wildlife officials said.

Justice Department Examines Handling Of Mortgage Fraud Investigation Into Sen. Adam Schiff

Authorities are turning attention to the handling of the Schiff investigation, bringing fresh scrutiny to cases involving Trump foes.