L.A. firefighters propose hike in sales tax to pay for new stations, equipment and more

A Santa Barbara County Superior Court judge dropped a false imprisonment charge against Ashlee Buzzard during a hearing on Thursday. Buzzard's daughter, Melodee, remains missing.

The first home to be rebuilt following the Palisades fire, located on Kagawa Street, received its certificate of occupancy on Friday. This marks a significant step in the recovery process for the affected community.

The suspect in a car chase crash that resulted in the death of an Alhambra police officer and a female passenger has been arrested on suspicion of second-degree murder. The incident has raised significant concerns regarding public safety and the dangers associated with high-speed pursuits.

An 87-year-old man in California was surprised by a black bear while retrieving firewood from his garage before dawn. The bear followed him into his home, highlighting the increasing interactions between humans and wildlife in the area.

Thai massage therapists face heightened vulnerability to racialized and gendered violence in the workplace due to language barriers and stereotypes associated with their profession. This situation has prompted some therapists to seek community and mental health support through self-defense classes.

Southern California experienced its wettest November on record due to a series of significant storms. Scattered rains are expected to continue into Saturday as the last storm moves out of the region. The heavy rainfall has raised concerns about potential flooding and mudslides in affected areas.

Iva Toguri D'Aquino, known as 'Tokyo Rose', was imprisoned for allegedly aiding the Japanese during World War II. Her conviction was based on testimonies from witnesses who later admitted to perjury. Decades later, she was pardoned, highlighting issues of justice and the impact of false testimony.

During the Palisades fire, a nearby reservoir was empty for repairs. State officials assert that even if the reservoir had been full, the water system would have been quickly overwhelmed, indicating significant challenges in firefighting efforts.