San Francisco says goodbye to Dianne Feinstein as her body lies in state at City Hall
Mourners paid their respects Wednesday to the late U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein in San Francisco City Hall, where she launched her groundbreaking political career and where she spent a decade as the city’s first female mayor.
Most populated U.S. states by 2100: Study predicts Texas, Florida, California to top list
According to the study by moveBuddha, Texas – which is currently the second-most populous state – will surpass California as the most populated U.S. state by 2100.
Senator Dianne Feinstein, a pioneer and woman of many firsts, has died
Dianne Feinstein of California, a centrist Democrat who was elected to the Senate in 1992 in the “Year of the Woman" and broke gender barriers throughout her long career in local and national politics, has died. She was 90.
California Gov. Newsom signs law to raise minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour
California fast food workers will be paid at least $20 per hour next year under a new law signed Thursday by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
2nd GOP debate: Candidates take shots at Trump and each other
Donald Trump’s rivals were quick to lay into him during the second presidential debate on Wednesday, ripping the former president for skipping the event as they sought to blunt the momentum that has seen him build a commanding early lead in the Republican primary.
Hollywood writers union leaders end strike as board members approve contract with studios
The strike by Hollywood screenwriters is over. Leaders of the writers union declared their nearly five-month-old strike over Tuesday after board members approved a contract agreement with studios.
Hollywood writers strike saga nears conclusion: Tentative deal reached, pending approval
Union leaders and Hollywood studios reached a tentative agreement Sunday to end a historic screenwriters strike after nearly five months, though no deal is yet in the works for striking actors.
‘I no longer consider myself a Californian’: Texas couple praises new freedoms after life-changing move
The number of Americans moving from California to Texas nearly doubled over a decade.
Poker player admits to lying about terminal cancer to raise money to enter tournament
GoFundMe said those who donated would be getting refunds.
Disneyland alcoholic drinks: Beer, wine, cocktails offered at more locations
The iconic California park Disneyland has started serving alcohol at three more of its locations – the River Belle Terrace, Carnation Cafe, and Cafe Orleans. Visitors can now indulge in a wide array of beer, wine, and liquor options.
*NSYNC reunites in elevator ahead of MTV VMA appearance
All five members of *NSYNC are back in the same room – or in this case, inside an elevator. Yes, Justin Timberlake, Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, JC Chasez and Chris Kirkpatrick are all back!
'Halloween' movie house for sale in South Pasadena, California
The house featured in the 1978 film Halloween is now for sale in South Pasadena, California.
$2 billion Powerball winner buys large Bel Air mansion; take a look inside
People often ponder what they would do if they won the lottery. Having won the largest-ever Powerball jackpot of $2 billion in November, a California man had more reason to dwell it.
Silicon Valley billionaires want to build a new city in rural California
Silicon Valley billionaires behind a secretive $800 million land-buying spree in Northern California have finally released some details about their plans for a new green city, but they still must win over skeptical voters and local leaders.
Flight cancellations mount as Tropical Storm Hilary bears down on West Coast, Southwest
Flight cancellations are mounting as Tropical Storm Hilary is bringing heavy rain and high winds to Southern California and Nevada that could cause catastrophic flooding.
Rain from Tropical Storm Hilary pounds California and Mexico, flooding roads and trapping cars
Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan says the greatest danger is posed by the water, not the wind, and people should focus on avoiding floods.
Tropical Storm Hilary arrives in California as Mexico copes with its aftermath
Hilary is no longer a hurricane but still carries so much rain that forecasters say “catastrophic and life-threatening" flooding is likely in Tijuana, Southern California and points north as far as Idaho.
Michael Jackson sex abuse lawsuits revived by California appeals court
It's the second time the lawsuits — brought by Wade Robson in 2013 and James Safechuck the following year — have been brought back after dismissal.
Tesla spontaneously catches fire, firefighters tag Elon Musk in social media post
In May, a Tesla caught fire as a motorist was traveling down a California freeway that was sparked by an overheated battery