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Young firefighter, 25, drowns at the beach just four years after his dad died on the job

Caeden Laffan, 25, died around 2 a.m. Thursday.

Woman's brother claims husband behind fatal fall off mountain cliff

"He didn't go to the cemetery and he didn't bring their kids to the funeral," Joseph said. "He's just a cruel man."

Homeless film extra admits to killing Hollywood exec whose friend she allegedly stalked

Jameelah Elena Michl, 36, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and first-degree burglary in a Los Angeles court on Monday, court records showed.

Costco plans to build 800-unit apartment complex in bid to ease housing crisis

The plans include a gym, multi-purpose spaces, gardens, a rooftop pool, landscaping and a large parking lot.

Marilyn Monroe's Los Angeles home will not be sold despite historical ruling

The current owners of the late Hollywood icon's sprawling pad have no plans to sell the Brentwood home, according to a report.

Gavin Newsom is riding the California wave to position himself as the future of the Democratic Party

If there’s one man who truly believes he is the future of the Democratic Party, it is Gov. Gavin Newsom of California.

Hundreds of modern-day hippies known as 'Rainbow Family' ordered to leave California forest -- or face fines

The US Forest Service ordered about 500 of Rainbow Family campers to leave Plumas National Forest within 48 hours on Wednesday or face a fine of up to $5,000 or...

Why does Gavin Newsom back terrible policies? Because he's rich enough to avoid the consequences

Gavin "Gobs of Money" Newsom can just pay and pay to keep himself and his family away from the results of the policies he supports. That's Dems in a nutshell.

Uber loses challenge to California gig work law in US appeals court

Uber in a statement on Monday said the ruling would not change the status of its relationships with its drivers, who are considered to be contractors under a 2020 ballot...

Fate of Marilyn Monroe's iconic home revealed after wealthy heiress, reality TV producer sued to demolish

The one-story, Hacienda-style home on a 2,900-square-foot property was recognized for its importance in the city's history.

Driver walks away unscathed after plane crashes into her pickup on highway: 'Accidents happen'

"I would rather take country roads and not worry about the traffic or some car crashing into me. I never once thought, 'You are going to have to worry about...

Cause of death revealed for boy, 11, who suddenly died at Calif. waterpark

A California boy who died suddenly at a waterpark had a rare congenital heart defect that caused his death, officials said.

The 7 worst states to buy a home in right now, experts reveal

Whether you’re saving for a house, waiting for mortgage rates to drop, or planning a big move, diving into market research now is the smartest move.

Finally! 11 Cities Where Home Prices Are Falling—and the Steepest Drop Will Shock You

Mortgage rates might remain stubbornly high, but home prices seem to be leveling off—and are already falling in certain cities.

LA Drag Queen Maebe A. Girl explains why she tore out 'homophobic' U-turn signs from town

"Cruising is a euphemism for gay men searching for sex. And I'm not here to say I'm here to make sure that gay men can cruise for sex," she said.

California doc who drove Tesla off cliff with family inside learns his fate

The radiologist, who has spent the last 18 months behind bars. will be released from jail to his parent's home where he will be ordered not to leave.

Officials close popular California beaches amid sewage-contaminated waters: 'Profound public health crisis'

Multiple San Diego beach areas have been flagged for potential medical safety concerns due to high levels of bacteria in the water, stemming from sewage contamination.

Los Angeles firefighter loses ear in 'suspicious' blast at homeless camp

The intense flames reached as tall as 4 feet and firefighters battled "triple-digit temperatures" when the blast went off.

Hiker rescued after 10 days in Calif. mountains was stalked by 'pretty cool' mountain lion while lost

Lukas McClish, 34, of Boulder Creek, Calif., had set off on what was only meant to be a three-hour hike back on June 11 when the experienced backpacker suddenly -- and...