California UPS driver shot, killed while in truck on break; suspect arrested

A man is behind bars after allegedly shooting and killing a UPS driver while he was on break eating inside his truck in Irvine, California.

California woman explains neighborhood revolt against disruptive Airbnb renters: We're not a hotel

California resident Christina Nigrelli spoke to Fox News Digital about her group the Long Beach Safe Neighborhood Coalition to ban un-hosted short-term rentals.

Mother of slain California boys speaks out as convicted killer drags out case in court: 'She's a murderer'

Two LA mothers on opposite sides of the embattled criminal justice system – one grieving the loss of her two sons, the other trying to get her conviction for killing them overturned.

I was thrown out of California public library for discussing if it’s fair for men to compete in women’s sports

Library officials shut down the forum after only a few minutes, claiming that referring to male athletes in women’s sports as "men" violated library policy.

Anti-Israel agitators arrested at UC Irvine claim to be professors: 'out here supporting my students'

Some people claimed to be professors at the University of California, Irvine after they were arrested during an anti-Israel protest.

Dozens arrested at UC Irvine after anti-Israel agitators swarm buildings

Dozens of people have been arrested after hundreds of anti-Israel protesters swarmed the campus of UC Irvine in California, the university confirmed Thursday.

Reported illegal migrant behind alleged Highway 39 sexual assaults arrested as LA sheriff seeks more victims

Police in southern California have arrested a reported illegal immigrant and transient accused of sexually assaulting two women along Highway 39.

CA university president put on leave after acquiescing to anti-Israel protesters' demands

The California University system has placed the Sonoma State University president on leave after he approved students' demands for a boycott and divestment from Israel.

Gavin Newsom called 'delusional' after touting California as national model on fighting homelessness

Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., was hit by conservatives for promoting California as a "national model" for combating homelessness in a recent press conference.

University of California, Irvine chancellor responds after police take back campus from anti-Israel agitators

The chancellor of the University of California, Irvine said he is "brokenhearted" that anti-Israel agitators on campus turned violent, forcing police to be called to restore order.

Christian ex-teacher scores big payday from California school district after refusing transgender directives

Jessica Tapia, a Christian ex-teacher, reached a $360K settlement with California's Jurupa Unified School District after refusing to comply with her employer's transgender directives.

LA DA's 'catastrophic incompetence' could botch case against convicted double child killer, lawyer warns

A former top LA prosecutor facing 11 felony charges has the same defense lawyer as a convicted killer whose trial she oversaw, which has sparked conflict-of-interest concerns.

California mayors duel on social media over law enforcement response to UC Irvine anti-Israel protests

Two California mayors dueled on social media after police responded to the University of California, Irvine campus on Wednesday as anti-Israel protesters clashed with law enforcement.

Police on UC Irvine campus after anti-Israel agitators swarm buildings; students told to 'leave area'

Students were told to "leave area" after hundreds of anti-Israel agitators descended onto the campus of UC Irvine on Wednesday, barricading campus buildings.

California Angel Mom, GOP lawmaker putting Democrats 'on defense' for sanctuary policies: 'Have them explain'

A California lawmaker wants to reverse certain provisions of a state law that prevents local law enforcement from cooperating with immigration authorities

Blue-state GOP blasts Dem gov over surprise $7B budget deficit increase

Gov. Newsom's revised deficit projection faces GOP criticism, with the total shortfall now nearly $74 billion, $7 billion worse than his initial estimate.

Former Obama campaign worker and wife killed in Southern California vehicle crash

A woman who previously worker for former President Barack Obama was killed last week in a car crash.

California student newspaper apologizes after pro-Hitler quote sparks outcry among Jewish leaders

Sacramento's C.K. McClatchy High School student newspaper came under scrutiny after publishing an anonymous student quote that said Hitler had some "good ideas."

California man trolls city officials with 'artistic statement' after being asked to fence in his boat

A California man told Fox News Digital that he had a boat mural painted onto his fence after city officials demanded he build a barrier for his boat. The art attracted attention online.

Falling rock kills hiker near Mt. Whitney in California; third fatality in a week

A falling rock struck and killed a hiker in North Fork of Lone Pine Creek Trail near Mt. Whitney in California, the third hiker fatality in a week.

Utah governor reveals secret to scoring best state ranking two years in a row

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox tells Fox News Digital what "unique" qualities he believes landed his state on the top of a "Best States" survey for the second year in a row.

3 killed, 3 injured in California after speeding Tesla flies into power pole and building, knocks out power

Three people are dead and three others seriously injured after a speeding car struck a curb and crashed into a power pole and building in California.

California mom dies saving drowning daughter just before Mother's Day: sheriff

A California mother died saving her drowning daughter in the San Joaquin River May 9, the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office said.

San Francisco under fire for program giving booze to homeless alcoholics: 'Where's the recovery in all this?'

Recovering addict and recovery advocate Tom Wolf said San Francisco's "Managed Alcohol Program" misses the mark when taxpayer funds could go toward other programs to combat addiction.

California neighborhood bans short-term Airbnb rentals after drug parties, shooting

Residents in Long Beach, California successfully got a ban on Airbnb rentals in their neighborhood after filing a petition to the city council last month.

American Culture Quiz: Take a swing at this test of baseball greats, the Big '80s and more

The American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital tests readers' knowledge of unique national traits, trends, people and popular interests. Try this newest one featuring a baseball great and more.

Scott Peterson prosecutors lay out 'overwhelming evidence' against killer's new appeal in 337-page filing

Prosecutors say a boatload of evidence shows Scott Peterson killed his wife and unborn son – so much so that his quest for new DNA testing doesn't matter.

University of California-Berkeley grads disrupt commencement with anti-Israel protests

Hundreds of anti-Israel protesters disrupted UC Berkeley's commencement ceremony on Saturday, prompting acknowledgments from speakers at the podium. Most were graduating students.

DOJ seeks 40-year sentence for Paul Pelosi hammer attacker David DePape under 'terrorism enhancement'

Federal prosecutors requested a 40-year-sentence for David DePape, the man convicted of attacking Nancy Pelosi's husband with a hammer, under a terrorism enhancement.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price facing recall as special election looms: The 'people have spoken'

Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price is facing a special election over her leniency on criminals after a recall effort to remove her garnered nearly 75,000 signatures.

Roger Corman, independent filmmaker and Hollywood mentor, dead at 98

Roger Corman, a man who worked in Hollywood for decades, often times with low budgets, died late last week at his southern California home, his family announced.

San Francisco buys vodka shots for homeless alcoholics in taxpayer-funded program

A pilot managed alcohol program in San Francisco provides free glasses of beer and vodka shots to homeless alcoholics so that they won't use the city's emergency services.

Violence in liberal state's schools nearly doubled as parents push for more police

A grassroots group of parents in Los Angeles is pushing back against the city's activist groups and school district who want to keep police officers out of schools.

California teen rowers, parents left 'shocked' after gunman fires into water during regatta event

California police are investigating after gunfire occurred near a group of teen rowers in the Sacramento area during a race in April.

California postal worker robbed at gunpoint in brazen daytime attack caught on video: ‘I’m going to die'

A 33-year veteran of the U.S. Postal Service was robbed at gunpoint this week while she was delivering mail in a Northern California residential neighborhood.

California group calls on universities, state leaders to restore nixed commencements amid anti-Israel protests

Golden Together's Steve Hilton and Gloria Romero implore state colleges and universities to reinstate canceled classes and commencements.

2 miles of Los Angeles coast closed off by sewage spill

About 14,400 gallons of untreated sewage began spilling into Ballona Creek on Wednesday, leading to a closure order for a large stretch of the Los Angeles coastline.

Surf legend Bethany Hamilton rips California officials after competition reverses stance on trans athletes

American surfing legend Bethany Hamilton is speaking out after a surfing competition came under fire this week for its transgender athlete inclusion policy.

Blue state Dems turn on governor as homeless council can't account for $20B in spending

Democrats and Republicans alike are taking issue with California Gov. Newsom as his homelessness council has failed to track its billions spent on the state's homelessness crisis.

Surfing organization pulls about-face on trans inclusion after pressure from California Coastal Commission

The American Longboard Association has opted to allow to a transgender female in the women's division of a surf competition in California.

More than 100 starving, sick pelicans reported along California coast, puzzling experts

Pelicans have been found sick and starving in large numbers on the California coast, but scientists are not yet sure why. Wildlife groups are caring for the birds in the meantime.

Stanford called out over man in Hamas headband 'terrorizing' Jewish students

Stanford University administrators haven't done enough to address antisemitism on the northern California campus following the Oct. 7 attack on Israel, student Kevin Feigelis says.

California senate candidate blasts UC Berkeley for 'pandering' to anti-Israel protesters after debate canceled

The University of California, Berkeley canceled a fall senate debate between Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff and Republican Steve Garvey amid campus safety concerns.

Former prison guard tells Riley Gaines trans inmates are manipulating the system: 'Blatantly brag' about it

Former correctional officer Hector Bravo Ferrel described incidents of prisoners taking advantage of California’s protections for transgender inmates.

Bodies of missing hikers recovered, identified after disappearing on hike up California's highest peak: report

The bodies of two hikers who went missing while climbing California's tallest peak were recovered following a 24-hour search-and-rescue effort, authorities confirmed to the Fresno Bee.

LA Lamborghini thief dies in 115 mph crash seconds after fleeing traffic stop: dashcam video

A 51-year-old Los Angeles man is dead after he fled from police officers and wrecked a stolen Lamborghini April 6, according to dashcam video released Wednesday.

California man accused of killing his mother, a beloved kindergarten teacher, during fight

Burbank, California, elementary school teacher Karyn Lombardo, 57, was killed by her adult son, Kyle Lombardo, 25, in their shared home on Tuesday night, according to police.

Jury says California man who sexually assaulted hikers, sleeping women poses ‘serious danger to society'

A 42-year-old Southern California man faces up to 53 years behind bars after being convicted of sexually assaulting five females in just under three years.

CA regulators to vote on divisive energy bill proposal

California regulators will vote on whether to allow the state's utility companies to add a fixed charge to power bills in exchange for lowering the price of electricity.

33-year-old California cold case homicide solved as victim's sister says 'prayers were answered'

The Ventura Police Department says it has solved the 1991 cold case murder of 42-year-old Danielle Clause, who was found brutally attacked on a hillside.

Pete McCloskey, GOP congressman who once challenged Nixon, dies at 96

Pete McCloskey, the former California Congressman who ran for president in 1972 against incumbent Richard Nixon, has died at age 96; he is survived by his wife and four children.

Expelled California high school students awarded $1 million in lawsuit after accusation they used 'blackface'

Two California students were awarded $1 million in their case against a high school that forced them to withdraw after a photo of the teens was interpreted as blackface.

Jewish student defies anti-Israel radicals who 'stalked' him on California campus: Won't be 'silenced'

USC grad student Mark Rayant spoke to Fox News Digital about the antisemitism he's encountered on campus, including allegedly being "stalked" by an agitator.

Growing chorus of parents demand Los Angeles put police back in schools: Violence has 'become the norm'

LAUSD parents sound the alarm on drugs and violence plaguing L.A. schools in the absence of police officers on "Fox & Friends First."

Mother of Australian surfers killed in Mexico delivers touching eulogy at San Diego beach

At a beach in San Diego, Debra Robinson eulogized her sons, Callum and Jake, after their deaths in Mexico, allegedly at the hands of car theives.

California mom beat toddler 'like a rag doll' on plane as passengers tried to intervene: court docs

A Sacramento mom is charged with hurting her 2-year-old daughter for the second time in six months after allegedly attacking her toddler, who woke her up on a plane, court documents allege

California marathon winner stripped of title after accepting water from father during race

Esteban Prado was disqualified from the Orange County Marathon on Sunday after race officials said he violated competition rules when he accepted water from his father.

California siblings, ages 2 and 4, die after falling into fast-flowing river in mountains

The siblings were playing with their mom at the Thurman Flats Picnic Area in Southern California's San Bernardino Mountains when they fell into the river.

California Gov Gavin Newsom roasted over video promoting state's ‘record’ tourism: ‘Smoke and mirrors’

Governor Gavin Newsom took to social media over the weekend to announce that California’s tourism is at “an all-time high," while on top of the Golden Gate Bridge.

California police unions slam study naming state best for officers: 'Not what we're hearing'

A WalletHub study that said California is the best state for police officers received strong reactions from police unions up and down the state.

Ronald Reagan's lessons for today's campus crisis

Reagan promised to "to clean up the mess at Berkeley," referring to the unrest at the University of California, Berkeley, and college campuses throughout the state.

California bill pushes schools to dole out less homework to mitigate student mental health crisis

A proposed California bill backed by Democratic assemblymembers could lead to a reduced burden for students by asking school districts to reassess their homework guidelines.

1 worker dead, another injured after truck veers onto shoulder of California highway

One contract worker was killed and another seriously injured after a box truck veered onto the shoulder of California State Route 71 in Chino Hills.

Los Angeles bus driver fights back after female suspect attacks her over alleged fare dispute

Video captured a Los Angeles bus driver defending herself and fighting back after a woman attacked her on Sunday over an alleged fare dispute.

UCLA finally asks for FBI help — but to investigate pro-Israel supporters

UCLA has reached out to the FBI as part of its investigation into a group of pro-Israel counter-protesters who allegedly attacked an anti-Israel campus encampment last week.

Wife of California man accused of driving family off cliff wants to salvage their relationship: report

California man Dharmesh Patel, accused of driving his family off a cliff, wants to receive mental health treatment instead of prison time, and his wife reportedly agrees.

This red state is becoming an ‘expat’ community for families fleeing western liberal bastions

Idaho's population is growing, thanks to a surge of California, Washington and Oregon residents moving in. Here's what new Idaho residents say drove them out of their previous homes.

California reports the first increase in groundwater supplies in 4 years

California reported its first increase in groundwater supplies in years after downpours flooded the state's rivers; groundwater supplies are essential to growing much of the fresh produce in the U.S.

Gang-related shooting in Long Beach, California leaves at least 7 wounded, police say

Police in Long Beach, California, are looking for at least two male suspects who authorities believe fired at a group of people, wounding at least seven.

2 bodies found in 'human-dug cave' in Los Angeles: officials

Two bodies were found inside a "human-dug cave" in Los Angeles, California, Sunday morning. A "white powder substance" was also found inside the excavation.

On this day in history, May 6, 1957, the last episode of hit sitcom 'I Love Lucy' airs

The 181st episode of "I Love Lucy," titled "The Ricardos Dedicate a Statue," aired on this day in history, May 6, 1957. The now-iconic TV sitcom ran for six seasons in its original run.

US Air Force Secretary Kendall flies in cockpit of plane controlled by AI

Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall boarded the cockpit of an F-16 controlled by artificial intelligence on Friday, before the plane entered a dogfight with a human-controlled plane.

University of California police union blasts UCLA admin for 'lack of response' to violence at campus protests

The union representing officers at University of California schools is calling out UCLA administrators for the "lack of response" to violence that broke out at protests on campus.

Laws protecting children from online porn are winning in some states as activists push nationwide solution

Seventeen states, including Alabama and Georgia, have enacted porn ID laws, with momentum growing for national adoption to protect children online.

Leo Terrell flames alma mater UCLA as 'national embarrassment' in wake of anti-Israel chaos on campus

Civil rights attorney Leo Terrell told 'Life, Liberty & Levin' he is disgusted with his postgraduate alma mater, the University of California-Los Angeles.

California tuberculosis outbreak kills 1, infects 14 as officials declare health emergency

A public health emergency has been announced in Long Beach, California after a deadly outbreak of tuberculosis (TB) resulted in one person dying and nine people being hospitalized.

Sea lion numbers surge at popular California pier, reaching 15-year high

San Francisco’s famed Fisherman’s Wharf district is seeing a surge in sea lions. The sea lions first started appearing at Pier 39 after an earthquake in 1989.

California woman who avoided prison after stabbing boyfriend 108 times while high appealing light sentence

The California woman who avoided prison after slaughtering her lover in his apartment while high on pot says she's going to appeal her light sentence.

Black student erupts on anti-Israel 'White libs' for blocking path on campus: 'Cosplaying as the oppressed'

UCLA protesters who blocked a Black student's passage on campus through an anti-Israel encampment were accused of "cosplaying as the oppressed."

Stanford Jewish students on taking photo of man with Hamas headband on campus: 'We were just in shock'

Two Jewish students at Stanford University voiced concerns after a man was able to wear a Hamas headband on the northern California campus.

California Democrats vulnerable after Schiff, LA mayor victims of crime: 'If they’re not safe, who is?'

The Los Angeles Times reported that some political strategists are concerned about vulnerable positions ahead of the upcoming election over the crime issue.

Captain gets 4 years for negligence in California dive boat fire that killed 34

Jerry Boylan, the captain of a scuba dive boat that caught fire off Santa Cruz Island in California in 2019, killing 34 people, has been sentenced to four years in prison.

Newsom's 'failure' to 'do anything' to stop university violence slammed by lawmakers

California Republicans slam Gov. Gavin Newsom's UCLA riot response and consider cutting grants to universities that are tolerating violence.

Biden expands 2 California national monuments in Pasadena and Sacramento

President Biden expanded two national monuments in California that are significant to Native Americans in the area. Critics say it unnecessarily conserves valuable resources.

What's the penalty for anti-Israel protesters? UCLA's warning includes 1 crucial word

What will happen to the anti-Israel agitators who were arrested Thursday at the University of California, Los Angeles? UCLA's own warning includes a key detail.

Biden condemns violent anti-Israel protests, won't call up National Guard

Biden has broken his silence Thursday regarding the anti-Israel demonstrations that are roiling colleges and universities around the nation.

Italy has right to seize Greek bronze from Getty Museum, European court affirms

The ECHR rejected an appeal of its ruling that Italy has the right to reclaim a prized bronze statue, nicknamed the “Getty Bronze," by the Getty Museum in California.

UCLA forced to move to remote learning amid antisemitic protests, encampment on campus

Administrators at University of California, Los Angeles, informed students that all classes would be held remotely amid an anti-Israel encampment on the campus.

Police at UCLA arrest over 130 anti-Israel agitators, dismantle left-wing encampment

Police at UCLA faced off against anti-Israel agitators who constructed a fortified encampment on campus and hurled objects at officers.

Stanford University submits photo of encampment protester wearing Hamas headband to FBI

Stanford University officials gave a photo of someone wearing a Hamas headband on campus to the FBI, the school said this week.

Thousands of mysterious jellyfish-like creatures wash up on California shores

Thousands and thousands of Velella velellas, or by-the-wind sailors, have washed up on California beaches in recent weeks. Despite resembling jellyfish, velellas are a different species.

Magnitude 4.1 earthquake rattles California's Inland Empire

A small earthquake was felt across a wide swath of Southern California on Wednesday, centered between Riverside and Orange counties just outside Corona.

Fire severely damages LA County fire station

Los Angeles County Fire Department Station 164 in Huntington Park, California, has reportedly sustained severe damage from a Wednesday morning fire.

California state officials condemn violent anti-Israel protests at UCLA

California Gov. Gavin Newsom issues statement condemning anti-Israel unrest, violence at UCLA and other universities.

UCLA cancels class after riot police break up fight between anti-Israel protesters, opposition

UCLA says law enforcement is stationed throughout campus to ‘help promote safety’

UCLA falls to anarchy after counterprotesters confront anti-Israeli encampment: 'Horrific acts of violence'

The University of California, Los Angeles fell to anarchy overnight as protesters met with countrerprotesters in a massive brawl that included pepper spray.

Cal Poly Humboldt forced to change commencement in wake of anti-Israel protests, unrest on campus

Cal Poly Humboldt announced a change to its commencement later this month in the wake of anti-Israel demonstrations that resulted in the agitators occupying buildings.

UCLA falls to anarchy after students confront anti-Israeli encampment: 'Horrific acts of violence'

The University of California, Los Angeles fell to anarchy overnight as protesters met with countrerprotesters in a massive brawl that included pepper spray.

55 injured in Los Angeles after Metro train collides with bus

A Los Angeles Metro light rail train and a University of Southern California shuttle bus collided in downtown Los Angeles, injuring dozens of people.

Newsom, state officials silent on anti-Israel protests at UCLA

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other state officials have avoided commenting on the anti-Israel protests at universities in the state amid unrest at UCLA and Cal Berkeley.

California college grad the 14th person to fall off 'serial killer' cliffs; family says death 'preventable'

University of California Santa Barbara graduate Jacob Parker became the 14th person to fall to his death from cliffs along Del Playa Drive in Isla Vista April 20.

Video shows anti-Israel protesters block Jewish student from getting to class; UCLA responds

A Jewish student at UCLA was blocked by a group of anti-Israel students while he tried to walk toward the entrance of a building where his class was located.

California's population has grown for the first time since 2019, according to governor's report

The populous state of California has seen a major decline in population since 2019, but it is finally seeing the growth in the state's residential numbers according to a report.

'Woke' California prosecutor 'ironically in charge of ethics' charged with felonies

The No. 3 aide to Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon faces 11 felony charges for allegedly spying on L.A. sheriff's deputies and misusing information.

High-profile Dems victimized by string of crimes still deny blue state in crisis

Democrats remain divided on solutions to deter crime as a string of high-profile thefts and robbery attempts occurred in the last week of April.

California university reveals 'true cost' of anti-Israel mob that took over academic buildings

Cal Poly Humboldt released a statement after days of unrest on the campus resulted in anti-Israel agitators taking over two academic buildings.

San Diego Zoo to welcome pair of giant pandas from China under conservation partnership

The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has announced that a pair of giant pandas will soon be transferred from China to the U.S. as part of a conservation partnership.

Newsom gets hilarious reality check after turning to public for new state coin design

California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked his constituents for help in designing a $1 coin depicting innovation, but instead he received ideas showing problems under his leadership.

7 stories of children who were kidnapped, survived their abductions and were reunited with their families

The stories of Elizabeth Smart, Jaycee Dugard, Alicia Kozakiewicz and more children who were kidnapped but survived and reunited with their loved ones.

California doctor was suffering delusions when he drove Tesla off cliff with family inside: psychologist

Dharmesh Patel allegedly tried to kill his wife and two children by driving his Tesla off a 250-foot cliff in California in January 2023.

Will Supreme Court recognize right for homeless to camp in public?

In a Supreme Court showdown Monday over whether the homeless have a "right" to camp in public, almost no one mentioned the actual victims of that crazy idea.

Hidden dangers lurking beneath Silicon Valley's tech revolution reveal insidious national security threat

Fox News' Bret Baier takes Fox Nation viewers into "The Unauthorized History of Silicon Valley" in a new five-part documentary that explores innovation and corruption in Big Tech.

Los Angeles County deputy dies following medical emergency at station, sheriff's department says

A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy was pronounced dead after he was unresponsive at a station Saturday afternoon, according to the sheriff's department.

California crime reform gets 'unheard of' support from DAs, small businesses, progressive mayors

A "common sense" ballot initiative to reform California's Prop 47 has earned 900,000 signatures to make the November ballot, far surpassing the roughly 500,000 required signatures.

Seaside city resisting state Dems' attempt to force it into 'submission' over voter ID law

California officials are suing Huntington Beach for its voter ID law in what the city's conservative mayor says is "government overreach" by Sacramento.