A 22-year-old woman in the Bay Area was paralyzed after being struck by a falling tree limb while sitting outside. The accident took place on May 28, 2026.
Governor Gavin Newsom endorsed Mayor Karen Bass for her reelection campaign in Los Angeles just days before the election. Polls show a tight race among Bass, Spencer Pratt, and Nithya Raman, with Bass currently holding 26% support. If no candidate achieves a majority, a runoff will take place in November.
Nithya Raman, a candidate for mayor in Los Angeles, canceled a TV interview shortly before the election, citing a tongue injury as the reason. The cancellation occurred less than a week before Election Day.
Spencer Pratt's campaign for mayor of Los Angeles is gaining traction as he polls at 22% ahead of the primary election. He positions his candidacy as a critique of the current administration, focusing on issues like homelessness and public safety. Despite his rising popularity, he faces challenges in a predominantly Democratic city.
A new poll by the Public Policy Institute of California shows Xavier Becerra leading the gubernatorial race with 23 percent support among California voters. The survey highlights Becerra's position ahead of other candidates in the Democratic primary.
Los Angeles County is set to hold a vote on Measure ER, which seeks to implement a sales tax increase to support health services. The decision will take place in the upcoming primary election on June 2.
Federal prosecutors in Los Angeles have linked a series of machete murders to the MS-13 gang's local leaders, who allegedly enforced a brutal code of conduct requiring aspiring members to kill to prove their loyalty. The trial is ongoing.
Federal prosecutors in Los Angeles have connected a series of machete murders to the MS-13 gang during a trial. They allege that the gang's leaders imposed a brutal code requiring potential members to kill to prove their loyalty.
Samantha J. Watson, a teacher in California, has been arrested for alleged sexual conduct with a student. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the claims, which date back to 2017-2018, and authorities believe there may be additional victims.
A man threatened a couple with a baseball bat and made antisemitic remarks in Santa Monica on May 28, 2026. The incident involved the man unleashing his dog on one of the victims, occurring near the Third Street Promenade.
A man threatened a Jewish couple with a baseball bat and antisemitic slurs in Santa Monica on May 28, 2026. The incident, which involved the man unleashing his dog on one of the victims, took place in a public area around 5:30 p.m.
A 27-year-old bride-to-be was killed in a hit-and-run incident at a bus stop in San Diego, California. Her family is calling for justice in the wake of her death.
Federal investigators have reopened the search for Lynette Hooker, who disappeared in the Bahamas, after new GPS data indicated discrepancies in her husband’s account of the events. Authorities are seeking permission to search new areas in the Sea of Abaco, while family members have provided DNA samples to assist in the investigation.
A sea lion made an unexpected appearance during a canoe race in Monterey Bay, jumping onto a canoe and surprising the paddlers. Video footage shows the incident as the paddlers worked to maintain balance in the choppy water.
Los Angeles voters are increasingly worried about government spending and waste, leading to a decline in trust towards elected officials regarding the management of taxpayer money. This concern is particularly pronounced as the 2026 election approaches.
Nithya Raman is facing criticism for not utilizing $4 million in state funding for homelessness cleanup tied to an encampment near the LA River. Approximately 90 people are living in inadequate conditions at the site, prompting concerns during her mayoral campaign.
Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old man from Escondido, California, died after being assaulted outside his home. Thomas Caleb Butler, 32, has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident. The motive for the assault is still under investigation.
Steve Hilton, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in California, has criticized Governor Gavin Newsom's administration, claiming it is obstructing the state's economic growth. Hilton believes that these obstacles are preventing California from achieving the status of the world's third-largest economy.
On May 27, 2026, the San Diego Padres displayed a message targeting Bryce Harper on their video screen during a game at Petco Park. This event took place while the Padres faced the Philadelphia Phillies.
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