James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81

James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."

Costco grape plants spark fears of devastating threat to American farms

Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.

Video: Sea lion leaps into canoe during Monterey Bay race

An enthusiastic sea lion leaped out of the Monterey Bay over Memorial Day weekend, hopping onto a racing outrigger canoe, before slipping back into the saltwater and becoming an instant viral sensation.

Israeli researchers say Iran behind Los Angeles transit system attack

Israeli security researchers have tied the Iranian group to a cyberattack on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The attackers allegedly stole hundreds of files and disrupted internal networks.

Florida lawyer, influencer daughter arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot

A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery. 

San Diego mosque shooting: Police were searching for teens before bloodshed

Hours before an attack at a San Diego mosque that killed three men, including a security guard hailed as a hero, police were racing to find the two teenagers who would ultimately be deemed responsible.

Islamic Center of San Diego shooting: What we know about the suspects

Police responded Monday to reports of a possible active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Here's what to know about the suspects.

3 victims killed, 2 teen suspects dead in San Diego Islamic center shooting

Two teenage suspects are dead, and three adults were killed following a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, authorities said.

 California judge bans Kars4Kids ads over misleading claims | ChicagoLIVE
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A California judge has ordered Kars4Kids to stop airing its ads in the state, ruling the charity’s longtime jingle-based campaign misled donors by failing to disclose who the proceeds support. 

Chicago Cubs fan killed in Los Angeles hit-and-run crash
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A Chicago-area family is demanding justice after a Cubs fan was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Los Angeles last month.

DOJ charges Southern California mayor for acting as Chinese government agent

The mayor of Arcadia has been charged by the U.S. Department of Justice with acting as an illegal agent of the People's Republic of China (PRC), officials announced on Monday. She will also resign from office. 

Route 66 at 100: A look back at the iconic highway
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Route 66 is turning 100 this year. Built in 1926 to help travelers head west, the highway runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. Chelsea Torres reports on the route’s historic legacy and what it looks like today.

Jose Melesio: Cubs fan visiting Los Angeles dies in hit-and-run crash

A Cubs fan who traveled to Los Angeles never made it back to Chicago. Jose Melesio was killed in a hit-and-run crash during the Cubs-Dodgers series in late April.

Betty Broderick, convicted double murderer, dead at 78

Betty Broderick, a convicted double murderer in a high-profile case from the late ‘80s, has reportedly died. She was 78.

Investigators search California home in Kristin Smart case

Authorities are searching an Arroyo Grande home in connection with the disappearance of Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago.