Merced City Council District 1 candidate Darin Dupont, (right) talks with Merced councilmember Shane Smith while waiting for election results at the Courtyard by Marriott in Merced, Calif. on Tuesday, ...

The Los Angeles Police Commission meeting was once again turned into chaos by disruptive attendees labeling members of the LAPD as "cartel," "pigs," "killers," … Canada school shooting: 9 killed, 25 ...

Tax season is in full swing across California — and taxpayers could see larger federal refunds when they file in 2026. The average tax refund is usually a little more than $3,000. Refunds could top $4 ...

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Protestors clashed with authorities outside federal buildings during an anti-ICE demonstration in Los Angeles on Friday, Jan. 30, in a scene that revealed not all protestors were going to be deterred ...

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California’s backup home insurance provider hit another record number of policies before the end of last year, showing that it is still gaining users despite efforts to stem its rapid growth. The plan ...