Oscars fashion 2021: A revamped show amid the pandemic brings back red carpet glam

Show producers of the 93rd annual Academy Awards are hoping to return some of the traditional glamour to this year’s award show, even in a pandemic year.

Endangered fin whale that washed ashore in San Francisco likely died from ship strike

Experts believe that an endangered fin whale that washed ashore in San Francisco this weekend died due to injuries sustained from a ship strike. They said they discovered significant bruising and hemorrhaging to the muscle around the whale’s neck vertebrae.

Driver, 75, suspected of DUI visibly upset after striking father, 4-year-old in crosswalk

A father and his 4-year-old son were struck by a car driven by a 75-year-old man in a Novato crosswalk. Police say the driver stopped and cooperated, and was arrested for being under the influence of alcohol and prescription drugs.

DOJ finds mental health care, overuse of isolation at Santa Rita Jail unconstitutional

The U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division issued a damning report, saying the mental health care system in Alameda County, and in particular, Santa Rita Jail, violate parts of the Constitution.

Seagull hitches ride on sunfish off California coast

Whale watchers caught video of a seagull hitching a ride on a sunbathing sunfish off the coast of California.

'I'm in:' Republican Caitlyn Jenner is running for California governor

Caitlyn Jenner, a longtime Republican, Olympic hero, reality TV personality and transgender rights activist, had been consulting with GOP advisers as she had considered joining the field of candidates hoping to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom in a likely recall election later this year. 

Teen driving Lamborghini in crash that killed woman pleads guilty; placed on house arrest

The 17-year-old driver behind the wheel of a Lamborghini who was speeding at 106 mph when he crashed into another vehicle, killing a woman in West Los Angeles admitted to a charge of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence on Friday.

California man imprisoned for 15 years set free after new research on shaken-baby syndrome

Clifton Jones’ defense had argued the child died after an accidental trip-and-fall in their Sacramento home. Jones tripped over a shoe, and unable to break his stumble, he and his son fell into a wall, causing the baby to hit the back of his head, ultimately leading to his death, they had argued.

Granddaughters of Armenian Genocide survivors share stories of resilience

There are a handful of genocide survivors still alive to share their stories, but their incredible stories of resilience will continue to be shared by their children and grandchildren. 

Shock G, member of Oakland hip-hop group Digital Underground, has died

Gregory Jacobs, better known under the rap moniker Shock G and frontman of the group Digital Underground, has died, according to his bandmate. He was 57.

Rob Bonta confirmed as California AG, promises action on police misconduct

Assemblyman Rob Bonta said his first priority would be implementing a new state law requiring the state’s top law enforcement officer to investigate every fatal police shooting of an unarmed civilian.

VIDEO: Police officers stop fellow officer punching handcuffed woman during arrest

A use of force investigation is underway after a Westminster police officer punched a handcuffed woman during a recent arrest. Two other officers immediately intervened and deescalated the situation.