Across California|News|
10 New Laws That Will Change CA's Upcoming School Year
From AI teaching to cafeteria junk food and all-gender bathrooms to ICE on campus, an array of new laws will reshape the coming school year.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
California State News
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Across California|News|
California Pulled The Plug On New School Air Conditioners, Leaving $200 Million Unspent
A program that promised schools upgraded AC systems was cut short in 2024, leaving hundreds of districts with broken systems.
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Holding $2 Million In Real Estate? What To Know About Family Trusts
Moving real estate into a family trust may require careful planning.
San Francisco, CA|News|
Conviction Tossed In $1 Million Bay Area COVID Fraud Case Over Juror Bias
Attila Colar’s conviction fell apart this week.
Murrieta, CA|News|
Stolen Trailer Returned To Murrieta Pony Baseball, One Arrested For The Crime
Murrieta Police shared the story behind the stolen baseball equipment that threatened a league's season.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
‘The Invite’ Review: Olivia Wilde Turns A Dinner Party Into A Sharp, Chaotic Comedy Of Intimacy
Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton turn a tense dinner into a sharp, funny unraveling of desire and truth.
Beau Behan, Patch Staff
Hollywood, CA|News|
What To Watch This Weekend: 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,' 'Stuart Fails To Save The Universe,' And More
Anson Mount, Rebecca Romijn, Alan Ritchson, Kevin Sussman and Tom Hiddleston anchor stories driven by tension, invention and sharp turns.
Beau Behan, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Santa Monica Returns To Rose Parade With Float That Residents Can Help Build
Mayor Caroline Torosis unveiled the design Thursday and invited residents to help decorate it before the parade.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Castro Valley, CA|News|
Invasive Mosquito Detected In Castro Valley For First Time: Officials
The mosquito can transmit diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Zika, and yellow fever.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
67 Displaced, Cat Killed In Valley Apartment Fire Caused By Candle: LAFD
The fire damaged 20 apartment units and displaced at least 67 residents, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
Ski-Masked Driver Tips Officer Off, Leads To Stolen Vehicle Arrest: Police
Police say the driver had stolen the vehicle out of San Leandro earlier in the morning.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Coachella Valley 'Big Pet Adoption Event' This Weekend: What To Know
The indoor event offers the community an opportunity to meet and adopt dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens in search of loving forever homes.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
ATM Skimmer Found At Fremont Convenience Store: Police
Skimmers are made to look like a part of a payment device and are used to steal card information.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
16-Year-Old Surrenders In Connection To Deadly Santa Monica Beach Shooting
The teen was arrested following the early Sunday morning shooting near the pier.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Big Bear Bald Eagle Healing At Raptor Center, Receives Transfusion From 'Spirit'
A team of expert veterinarians is working on the medical mystery of Southern California's Bald Eagle mom, Jackie.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
Super El Niño Could Combine With Rare Atlantic Niña: See CA Impacts
A rare Atlantic Niña is developing as a powerful El Niño builds in the Pacific. Here's what it means.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
East Bay Councilwoman Says She Was Attacked, Robbed By Acquaintance
"She remains focused on her recovery and on continuing to serve the Oakland community," a statement on the councilwoman's socials said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Critical Missing 16-Year-Old Girl Sought In Los Angeles
Syncere Pshyra Evans, 16, was last seen Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
'At-Risk' Man Last Seen At Park In Fremont Found: Police
Police said that anyone who knows about his whereabouts should call 911.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Air Support Tankers, Murrieta And Cal Fire Firefighters Battle De Luz Blaze
Firefighters rushed to Terreno and La Casita drives in the unincorporated community of De Luz, sparing a home that was in the fire's path.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Campus Police Releases Photo Of Suspect In UC Berkeley Burglaries
Police say the suspect stole unattended electronics from multiple buildings on campus.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Dangerous SoCal Heat Wave Nears Its Peak: Here's When Relief Is Coming
The most dangerous stretch of Southern California’s prolonged heat wave hasn't hit yet, according to forecasters.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
DNA Links Convicted Killer To 1992 SF Cold Case Murder: DA
The defendant will be extradited from Colorado, where he is already serving a life-sentence for a separate murder, prosecutors said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Man Steals Police Cruiser, Drives It To South OC: Police
The man was arrested after stealing the police car, authorities said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
