California

A 40-year-old driver faces vehicular manslaughter charges after allegedly striking and killing a 19-year-old nursing student in a Long Beach parking lot. The incident occurred last November and authorities believe distraction played a role.

May 08, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Brandon Holguin, a 26-year-old California man, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to additional charges including human trafficking and child abuse after allegedly forcing a 14-year-old to sell clothes online while under the influence of drugs.

Bill Maher challenged California Gov. Gavin Newsom on HBO’s “Real Time with Bill Maher” over the state’s long-delayed high-speed rail project and Newsom’s defamation case against Fox News, a dispute Newsom has urged the network to settle or publicly retract.

May 02, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Sonic Fire Tech showcased its AI-driven infrasound system extinguishing a kitchen fire during a demonstration in Concord, California. The technology aims to replace traditional water sprinklers by vibrating oxygen away from flames without causing water damage. Fire officials and experts attended, expressing cautious interest amid ongoing questions about its effectiveness.

Our Revolution, a group backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, has endorsed billionaire Tom Steyer in California's Democratic gubernatorial primary despite its opposition to billionaires. The endorsement marks the first time the organization has backed a billionaire for public office. Steyer leads polling among Democrats ahead of the June 2 top-two primary.

April 21, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Sergio Fraire faces murder and attempted murder charges after a stabbing attack at a Burbank home that killed 59-year-old schoolteacher Arti Varma and injured her daughter, mental health activist Meera Varma. The 30-year-old suspect was arrested Monday night following a police investigation. The motive and Fraire's relationship to the victims remain under investigation.