California
Gavin Newsom, Facing Recall Over Virus Response, May Miss 1st Vaccine Goal
"To those not yet eligible for vaccines," California Governor Gavin Newsom said Wednesday, "your turn is coming."
Two OB/GYNs Sued For Allegedly Discriminating Against Patient With HIV
Two California OB/GYNs allegedly refused to provide routine care to an HIV-positive woman, according to lawsuits filed Thursday by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Highway Patrol Denies Permit for Pro-Trump Rally at California's Capitol
The Let Freedom Ring event was "denied because the proposed number of attendees are more than what's being allowed as a result of COVID-19 and due to the potential for civil unrest this weekend," an officer said.
Police Three Times More Likely to Use Force Against Left-wing Protesters
Researchers at U.S. Crisis Monitor gathered data on police responses to more than 13,000 protests that took place across the country over the last 10 months.
What Bruce Willis Said About Masks After Store Incident
The "Die Hard" actor has spoken out after he was photographed in a Rite Aid without a face covering.
CNN Correspondent Breaks Down in Tears on TV During COVID Report
"These families should not be going through this. No family should be going through this," said Sara Sidner on a Tuesday episode of 'New Day.'
California Swinger Party Attended By Over 200 People Busted By Police
The latest bust comes as total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County approach 940,000.
COVID Vaccines to Be Given at Disneyland, Dodger Stadium in California
The state is ramping up the roll-out of vaccines as it struggles to contain the virus.
Gavin Newsom Promises 1 Million Vaccines in 9 Days During CA COVID-19 Surge
California Governor Gavin Newsom said Friday that residents should expect that a "substantially higher number" of COVID-19 vaccines will be given in the state "in the coming days and coming weeks."
Newsom Proposes California Stimulus Check as Recall Petition Passes Million
The Democratic governor plans to send $600 checks to millions of low-income households in California.
California Man Who Dressed As Woman to Evade Police Finally Captured
Austin Medford, 23, from Riverdale, was detained on Wednesday in Fresno by U.S. marshals from the Eastern District of California branch.
More Infectious UK COVID Variant B.1.1.7 Now Confirmed in Eight States
The variant appears to be significantly more transmissible than the original, although it does not seem to cause more severe illness.
California Woman, 76, Drags Neighbor To Safety From Burning Home
The 76-year-old crawled into the home on her hands and knees to avoid the smoke, allowing her to grab hold of her neighbor's ankle and clothes to pull her to safety.
California Mother Shot Dead by Ex in Front of 3-Year-Old Daughter
Officers from the LAPD found Karen Ruiz suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, while her three-year-old daughter sat in a nearby car.
Former FEC Chair Urges Investigation of $500,000 Donation to Newsom Recall
Those campaigning for Newsom's recall will need to collect at least 1.5 million valid signatures by March.
Anthony Fauci Thinks U.K. COVID Variant More Widespread in U.S. Than Known
The new, more infectious variant has been detected in California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. Fauci told Newsweek he would be "very surprised" if it was not in "several more states."
When a Freezer Broke, A California Hospital Distributed 830 COVID Vaccines
Medical staff in Northern California scrambled to distribute over 800 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine after a storage freezer broke on Monday.
While Biden and Harris Opposed Prop 22, Gov. Newsom Stayed Silent
Voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 22 in November, allowing companies like Uber to continue classing drivers as independent contractors.
California's Prop 22 Sparks Outrage as Albertsons, Vons Lay Off Drivers
Several public figures have expressed outrage against the latest law, which allows workers fewer protections and other benefits they'd be entitled to as employees.
California Woman Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Blow Up Catholic School
Sonia Tabizada threatened a Catholic school over its perceived acceptance of same-sex couples in 2019, leaving a phone message with the school that "you guys are about to get terrorism."
New, More Transmissible COVID Strain Found in These States
Colorado was the first state to report a case of the COVID-19 variant on December 29. Other states have since followed.
Anti-maskers Storm California Mall, Harass Shoppers and Refuse to Leave
The protest took place soon after California recorded its highest number of COVID-19 related deaths.
Californians Waiting for Unemployment Benefits Find Accounts Frozen
The California Employment Development Department has suspended payments on benefit claims for accounts considered high risk amid fears of fraud.
Inflatable Costume May Have Led to 43 Hospital Staff Getting COVID—Official
An official from Kaiser Permanente San Jose Emergency Department has confirmed that 43 staffers had contracted the disease between December 27, 2020 and January 1, 2021.
Kirk Cameron Hosts New Year Party As California COVID Numbers Break Records
There were 21,449 COVID-19 patients in California hospitals as of Thursday and more than 4,500 in intensive care.
TV Studios Delay Shooting Due to Spike In Los Angeles COVID Rates
Several popular television shows including "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and "NCIS" have recently paused filming amid a surge of COVID-19 in California.
Orange County Bar Owner Faces Jail For Opening During COVID Lockdown
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer described the after-hours operation of the Eastend Bar as a "blatant disregard of the local and state health orders."
40% of LA's Front-Line Workers Declined COVID Vaccine
Up to 40 percent of L.A. County front-line workers who were given priority access to the COVID-19 vaccine have declined to take it.
California Casinos Defend NYE Parties Amid State's COVID Crisis
The two tribal casinos operate under federal law on federally protected land, which means Gov. Gavin Newsom's ban on indoor entertainment does not apply to them.
California Casket Builder Running Out of Wood for Coffins Amid COVID Spike
California reported a record number of new COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday.