DOJ investigating sexual abuse at 2 California women's prisons

The U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it has opened an investigation into allegations that correctional officers systematically sexually abused incarcerated women at two state-run California prisons, drawing immediate praise from state lawmakers.

San Francisco 1st in U.S. to ban AI rent price-fixing software

San Francisco is putting a stop to automated price-setting for rent, arguing that software has scammed renters out of good prices for housing units.

Ricky Pearsall shooting: Teen suspect charged with attempted murder

The 17-year-old boy held in the shooting of 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall faces a slew of charges, including attempted murder, assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and attempted second-degree robbery.

'Spectacular' California Henge in San Francisco

Dozens of spectators and photographers converged at a specific spot in San Francisco on Tuesday to witness a celestial phenomenon: The California Henge.

Ricky Pearsall shooting: Arizona boy learns he has his old number, receives 'get well soon' texts

Former ASU Sun Devil and San Francisco 49er Ricky Pearsall's old phone number was recently activated in Phoenix by a mom who just got her son his first cell phone. Ever since he was injured in a shooting, his phone has been getting notifications nonstop.

Former ASU receiver Ricky Pearsall shot in CA
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Ricky Pearsall, the former ASU and current San Francisco 49ers WR was shot in an attempted robbery in San Francisco. Officials say he is expected to recover.

Man arrested after 2 vanish from nudist ranch
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In California, a man has been arrested in the murder of an elderly couple who went missing after leaving their home at a nudist ranch. Reporter Mario Ramirez has more.

Human remains found under home of neighbor suspected of murdering IE couple at nudist ranch

Investigators confirmed 62-year-old Michael Royce Sparks was arrested and booked for murder after Stephanie and Daniel Menard's vanished from their home at the Olive Dell Nudist Ranch in Redlands.

3 indicted after prison guard dies in drug smuggling attempt

One inmate and two civilians were indicted following the death of a correctional officer at the U.S. Penitentiary in Atwater Thursday. 

Doctor in Matthew Perry's death agrees to plead guilty

Mark Chavez, one of the two doctors charged in connection with the death of "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, has agreed to plead guilty to one federal count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine, prosecutors announced Friday.

DWTS star Artem Chigvintsev arrested on DV charge in Napa County

A ‘Dancing With the Stars’ dancer was booked Thursday in Napa County Jail on a domestic violence charge, according to jail records. 

California bubble entertainer cited for 'fluid littering'

A California Navy veteran, who makes a living entertaining kids with giant bubbles, is facing a court date after receiving a citation for  what the city of San Diego calls "fluid littering."   

Middle school football player dies from head injury; second this week

A 13-year-old football player in West Virginia has died from a head injury during practice, the second such tragedy this week. His father now advocates for better head protection in youth sports.

Punk band singer embarks on 'terrorizing' spree in Yosemite area: sheriff

The lead singer of a punk band allegedly embarked on a “terrorizing trek" in Yosemite National Park, which started when he walked up to a pregnant waitress and put his hand on her stomach and threatened to take her baby, according to the Mariposa County Sheriff. 

California principal on leave after high school pep rally dance causes stir

As schools are starting up once again for the upcoming school year, one Central Valley principal is already benched for the time being after participating in a controversial performance, creating a stir amongst students and parents.