California may end 'spousal rape' distinction in punishment
The distinction dates from the days when women were expected to obey their husbands and was “based on the idea that men have a property right of sexual access to the bodies of their wives,” said Stanford University law professor and sociologist Michele Dauber.
The distinction dates from the days when women were expected to obey their husbands and was “based on the idea that men have a property right of sexual access to the bodies of their wives,” said Stanford University law professor and sociologist Michele Dauber.
Elderly siblings found dead in Altadena after kidnapping witnessed during Zoom call
The person who called 911 had just witnessed someone kidnap a woman during a Zoom call. By the time deputies arrived, a man was found dead in a driveway and the woman was found dead inside the home.
The person who called 911 had just witnessed someone kidnap a woman during a Zoom call. By the time deputies arrived, a man was found dead in a driveway and the woman was found dead inside the home.
Ontario explosion: 2 killed when massive cache of fireworks detonate
Residents in an Ontario neighborhood were allowed to return home Monday nearly a week after a massive cache of fireworks exploded leaving two people dead.
Residents in an Ontario neighborhood were allowed to return home Monday nearly a week after a massive cache of fireworks exploded leaving two people dead.
Couple buys Riverside dream home, but seller refuses to move out in eviction moratorium loophole
When Tracie and Myles Albert purchased a beautiful four-bedroom house in Riverside, California they never realized that at the end of escrow the seller would suddenly refuse to give up the keys and leave.
When Tracie and Myles Albert purchased a beautiful four-bedroom house in Riverside, California they never realized that at the end of escrow the seller would suddenly refuse to give up the keys and leave.
California winery will pay $10,000 a month, provide free housing to work in Sonoma
Does a job at a winery with free housing and a $10,000 monthly salary sound like your dream job? A winery in California’s Sonoma Valley is hiring.
Does a job at a winery with free housing and a $10,000 monthly salary sound like your dream job? A winery in California’s Sonoma Valley is hiring.
Suspected drug dealer may have used drone to make deliveries
Police in Southern California are investigating whether a suspected drug dealer used a drone to deliver heroin to customers.
Police in Southern California are investigating whether a suspected drug dealer used a drone to deliver heroin to customers.
California Legislature OK's paid sick leave for coronavirus, vaccine appointments and more
The California Legislature on Thursday voted to expand paid sick leave for about 10.4 million workers, sending a bill to Gov. Gavin Newsom that mandates up to two weeks of paid time off for things like having coronavirus symptoms, scheduling a COVID-19 vaccine or caring for a child who is doing school at home.
The California Legislature on Thursday voted to expand paid sick leave for about 10.4 million workers, sending a bill to Gov. Gavin Newsom that mandates up to two weeks of paid time off for things like having coronavirus symptoms, scheduling a COVID-19 vaccine or caring for a child who is doing school at home.
Silicon Valley founders of fecal matter company accused of bilking investors
Zachary Schulz Apte and Jessica Sunshine Richman, co-founders of now-bankrupt microbiome testing company uBiome, were indicted Thursday on multiple federal charges, including conspiracy to commit securities fraud, conspiracy to commit health care fraud and money laundering.
Zachary Schulz Apte and Jessica Sunshine Richman, co-founders of now-bankrupt microbiome testing company uBiome, were indicted Thursday on multiple federal charges, including conspiracy to commit securities fraud, conspiracy to commit health care fraud and money laundering.
Actor Armie Hammer accused of raping woman: 'I thought he was going to kill me'
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched a sexual assault investigation into Armie Hammer after an alleged victim came forward claiming the actor raped her and used manipulation tactics in order to control her. A representative for the actor said he denies the claim.
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched a sexual assault investigation into Armie Hammer after an alleged victim came forward claiming the actor raped her and used manipulation tactics in order to control her. A representative for the actor said he denies the claim.
Coachella, Stagecoach music festivals postponed again until 2022, report says
Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals will be pushed back for the fourth time to spring 2022, according to a report.
Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals will be pushed back for the fourth time to spring 2022, according to a report.
Man trying to steal catalytic converter crushed to death by car
A man was crushed to death by a vehicle while allegedly trying to steal its catalytic converter, Anaheim Police said Wednesday.
A man was crushed to death by a vehicle while allegedly trying to steal its catalytic converter, Anaheim Police said Wednesday.
California theme park association hoping to 'mitigate' screaming when amusements, thrill rides reopen
Disneyland, Six Flags Magic Mountain and Universal Studios Hollywood are among the trade group's member
Disneyland, Six Flags Magic Mountain and Universal Studios Hollywood are among the trade group's member
90% of California can dine indoors, go to movies, hit a gym
San Mateo County also became the first county in the San Francisco Bay Area allowing businesses there to open even more, including indoor bowling alleys and outdoor bars that do not serve meals. Businesses can reopen Wednesday, one year to the day after San Francisco Bay Area health officers implemented a regional stay-at-home order, the first in the U.S.
San Mateo County also became the first county in the San Francisco Bay Area allowing businesses there to open even more, including indoor bowling alleys and outdoor bars that do not serve meals. Businesses can reopen Wednesday, one year to the day after San Francisco Bay Area health officers implemented a regional stay-at-home order, the first in the U.S.
Tiger Woods home from the hospital after horrific Rolling Hills Estates crash
Golf icon Tiger Woods is back home after spending a significant amount of time at the hospital following a horrific single-vehicle crash in Rolling Hills Estates.
Golf icon Tiger Woods is back home after spending a significant amount of time at the hospital following a horrific single-vehicle crash in Rolling Hills Estates.
Ontario Explosion: Video shows the exact moment the fireworks go off, rattling neighborhood
A cell phone video showed the exact moments the fireworks went off in the deadly Ontario explosion.
A cell phone video showed the exact moments the fireworks went off in the deadly Ontario explosion.
California ethnic studies debate: Whose stories get told?
This week, the State Board of Education is expected to approve the final draft, an 894-page tome whose own history illustrates the challenges of crafting an ethnic studies curriculum at a time of racial reckoning and national division.
This week, the State Board of Education is expected to approve the final draft, an 894-page tome whose own history illustrates the challenges of crafting an ethnic studies curriculum at a time of racial reckoning and national division.
California officer on leave after being spotted at Proud Boys protest
A Fresno police officer who is under investigation after being captured in photos and video at a protest with members of the far-right Proud Boys group has been put on leave, officials said.
A Fresno police officer who is under investigation after being captured in photos and video at a protest with members of the far-right Proud Boys group has been put on leave, officials said.
3 killed, 6 injured after being struck by suspected DUI driver near San Diego City College
Three people were killed and six others were injured when they were hit by a station wagon driven by an elderly man in downtown San Diego on Monday morning, authorities said.
Three people were killed and six others were injured when they were hit by a station wagon driven by an elderly man in downtown San Diego on Monday morning, authorities said.
Kristin Smart case: Deputies search family home of Paul Flores after he is named 'prime suspect'
A search warrant was served Monday at the Arroyo Grande family home of Paul Flores, a former classmate of Kristin Smart, who, for the first time, was called the "prime suspect" in her 1996 disappearance. Flores is believed to be the last person to see the Cal Poly University student alive.
A search warrant was served Monday at the Arroyo Grande family home of Paul Flores, a former classmate of Kristin Smart, who, for the first time, was called the "prime suspect" in her 1996 disappearance. Flores is believed to be the last person to see the Cal Poly University student alive.
2nd suspect from viral Uber video surrenders to face charges
A second suspect wanted from a widely seen video showing mistreatment of an Uber driver has surrendered to San Francisco police.
A second suspect wanted from a widely seen video showing mistreatment of an Uber driver has surrendered to San Francisco police.