'She Is The First In Her Family'

College grad makes grandma proud.

​CA Public School Teacher Pay Is Nation's Highest, Report Shows

Research by the National Education Association found California's teachers and professors had the highest average salaries in the U.S.

Most CA 99 Cents Only Stores To Reopen As Dollar Trees

Dollar Tree announced Wednesday that it acquired rights to leases of 170 previously shuttered 99 Cents Only stores.

These CA Metros Among America's Worst For 'Brain Drain': Study

The metro area with the highest net loss of college-educated people in the U.S. is in California, according to the study.

'Whenever Her Friend Asking For Help, She'll Be There' Grad Shout Out

Patch and T-Mobile honor this year's graduates.

Fuel Breaks Saved Lives During The Camp Fire. They Can Spare CA From Future Devastation

In November 2018, the Camp Fire tragically burned over 150,000 acres, killed 85 people and destroyed over 18,000 structures.

Best Hotel In CA + Major Airline Eliminates Fees: CA Business News

Business news in California includes $395 pineapples, new restaurant openings, and an ambulance company owner charged with fraud.

Ban On Plastic 'Recyclable' Grocery Bags Passed By CA Lawmakers

California lawmakers voted to do away with the thicker plastic shopping bags that replaced the single-use bags they already banned.

AZ Doctors Can Come To CA To Perform Abortions Under New Law

California’s new law, allows licensed doctors in Arizona to come to here perform abortions for their patients.

Double Rainbow | Dramatic Proposal | Throwin' It Back: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.

Rapper Sean Kingston Arrested In CA After SWAT Raids Florida Mansion

The “Beautiful Girls” rapper was arrested at Fort Irwin Army base hours after his Florida home was raided and his mother arrested.

CA Among Most Dangerous States For Bicyclists: Ranking

The Golden State has one of the highest percentages of fatal crashes involving bicyclists in the country, according to a recent study.

CA Among Worst States For Tick-Borne Illness: Ranking

California is one of 12 states with a yearlong tick season and is the fourth-worst state in the country for tick-borne diseases.

June 12 Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention Webinars

LightGabler LLP is providing live, online sexual harassment and abusive conduct prevention training webinars.

CA Drivers More Likely To Be In Fatal Crash Involving Cell Than Most

Cellphones are more often a factor in fatal crashes in California than they are in most U.S. states, according to a recent study.

CHP To Initiate Memorial Day Weekend 'Maximum Enforcement Period'

Over the holiday weekend, expect a heightened presence of CHP officers on patrol with the goal being to ensure everyone arrives alive.

Spirit Airlines Ends Fees For Changes And Cancellations

Before the new policy, Spirit’s fees ranged from $50-$119.

CA Has Third-Highest Household Income In U.S.: Study

California was the only West Coast state to make the top five.

Target To Cut Prices On Thousands Of Household Items At CA Stores

Major retailer Target will lower prices on approximately 5,000 items, which could save Californians millions of dollars.

$125M In Inflation Relief Payments Remain Unclaimed In California

The state sent out payments of up to $1,050 to help with inflation, but more than 600,000 people haven't yet claimed theirs.

14 CA Cities Among Best Places To Live In America, U.S. News Says

See which California cities landed on U.S. News & World Report's 2024-25 roundup of Best Places to Live in the U.S.

CA Town For Sale + Free Donuts: CA Business News

Business news in California includes the sudden liquidation of Red Lobster restaurants, music festival refunds and Dolly Parton's donuts.

Northern Lights Inspo | Orchids Bloom |Full Lake Sonoma: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.

Human Trafficking Victim Texted 911 To Help Police Find Her: Officials

The 17-year-old had been trafficked from Mexico to California about two months earlier, police said.

Viral Surge In CA Wastewater Raises Alarms: If Not Flu, Then What?

Flu season is over, but wastewater samples show a viral spike, prompting some experts to urge monitoring of avian flu in wastewater.

Medical Residents Are Increasingly Avoiding States With Abortion Restrictions

California and other states that protect abortion rights could benefit from attracting more doctors.

How California Is Building Career Pathways To Its Next Big Economic Sector: The Ocean

Oceans, the so-called “blue” economy, is one of the fastest growing economic sectors in California.

47-Cent Gas Price Hike Possible In CA As Soon As 2025

As of Thursday, California had the highest gas prices nationwide at $5.24 per gallon for regular fuel, according to AAA.

$100M In Tax Refunds About To Expire In CA: Here's How To Claim

The IRS owes nearly $100 million to CA taxpayers: But if residents don't act this week, they'll miss out on claiming their cash.

These 10 Places In CA Ranked Among Best Summer Travel Destinations

The ranking considered travel expenses and hassles, local costs, attractions, weather, activities and safety.

More California High School Students Want Career Training. How The State Is Helping

More of the state's high school students are enrolling in career pathway programs for skilled, high-wage jobs.

3 Hikers Die On Mount Whitney In Less Than A Week: Authorities

Two hikers were found dead last week and a third was hit by a falling rock over the weekend, authorities said.

California-based Amgen Plows Ahead With Costly, Highly Toxic Cancer Dosing Despite FDA Challenge

A doctor can “go off-label” and alter the dosage, but most are leery of doing so.

Malibu Waterfall |Baby Penguins | Sunset After The Rain: CA In Photos

It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.

Lawsuit Closes Family Farm + Major Chain Closings: CA Business News

Business news in California includes the return of Babies 'R' Us, the best cookies around, and the closures of two 100-year-old businesses.

Northern Lights Possible Over CA This Weekend Amid Rare Solar Storm

There is a strong chance that CA residents will see the dazzling lights, and a "severe" geomagnetic storm may disrupt communications.

Rue21 Closing All CA Stores After Bankruptcy Filing

The company's stores will close in four to six weeks and will be preceded by going-out-of-business sales, CNN reported.

Babies 'R' Us Opening In 30 Kohl's Stores In CA

A total of 30 Kohl's locations across the state will feature the baby-product retailer later this year. Find out where.

9 CA Students Named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars

High school seniors were recognized for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.

Will California Voters Decide Tax Limits In November?

The California Supreme Court will decide in the coming weeks whether to kick a measure off the November ballot.