From e-bikes to self-driving cars: California's new traffic laws for 2026
From lower school zone speed limits to new penalties for car-theft tech, here is how the California Highway Patrol is changing the rules of the road this year.
From lower school zone speed limits to new penalties for car-theft tech, here is how the California Highway Patrol is changing the rules of the road this year.
Judge tosses charges against TikTok streamer shot by federal agents in South LA
Carlitos Richard Parias, known on TikTok as "Richard LA," was shot in the elbow by a federal agent during an October immigration enforcement stop in South LA.
Carlitos Richard Parias, known on TikTok as "Richard LA," was shot in the elbow by a federal agent during an October immigration enforcement stop in South LA.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 door releases following complaints
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a defect investigation into Tesla's Model 3 vehicles over the car door's release and concerns the controls may not be easy to find in an emergency – the same concerns of Piedmont families whose college-age children died in a Cybertruck with the same type of door release.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a defect investigation into Tesla's Model 3 vehicles over the car door's release and concerns the controls may not be easy to find in an emergency – the same concerns of Piedmont families whose college-age children died in a Cybertruck with the same type of door release.
Google's top 5 people searches of 2025: Politics, popes and tragedy
Google’s end-of-year wrap includes the people you searched for most this year.
Google’s end-of-year wrap includes the people you searched for most this year.
California police warn of 'Door Kick' TikTok challenge
Police warn the trend can result in serious felony charges or in some cases, the homeowner using force in self-defense.
Police warn the trend can result in serious felony charges or in some cases, the homeowner using force in self-defense.
California cracking down on 100+ mph speeders - here's how
The DMV can now suspend or revoke licenses through an administrative process regardless of a court conviction.
The DMV can now suspend or revoke licenses through an administrative process regardless of a court conviction.
Power strips sold on Amazon recalled over serious injury, fire risk
The products were sold on Amazon between 2023 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
The products were sold on Amazon between 2023 and 2025. Here’s what you need to know.
TikTok signs deal to sell US unit to 3 investors, including this Bay Area company
The deal is expected to close on Jan. 22.
The deal is expected to close on Jan. 22.
Lakewood woman says delivery driver stole her cat
Piper, a Lakewood family cat, was taken away by a delivery driver.
Piper, a Lakewood family cat, was taken away by a delivery driver.
FTC Uber lawsuit: Several states join complaint over subscription practices
Multiple states have joined a lawsuit against Uber over its Uber One subscription practices, which the FTC alleges were "deceptive."
Multiple states have joined a lawsuit against Uber over its Uber One subscription practices, which the FTC alleges were "deceptive."
Netflix facing class action lawsuit over Warner Bros. deal
An HBO Max subscriber is suing Netflix after the company announced a deal with Warner Bros. that would combine the two companies' film and television catalogs.
An HBO Max subscriber is suing Netflix after the company announced a deal with Warner Bros. that would combine the two companies' film and television catalogs.
Baby bath seats sold on Amazon recalled due to serious injury risk to children, CPSC says
The recalled baby bath seats come in several assorted colors and were sold on Amazon between May 2024 and October 2025.
The recalled baby bath seats come in several assorted colors and were sold on Amazon between May 2024 and October 2025.
TikTok influencer, a US citizen, detained by DHS for months
Johnny Redondo-Rosales maintains his innocence.
Johnny Redondo-Rosales maintains his innocence.
LAPD budget: City Council approves $1M funding proposal for additional hiring
The city council approved a $1 million funding proposal for additional hiring of new Los Angeles Police Department recruits for January and February.
The city council approved a $1 million funding proposal for additional hiring of new Los Angeles Police Department recruits for January and February.
Macy's Herald Square stabbing: California mother stabbed while changing baby's diaper
The victim and her husband are employed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, officials said. The suspect was arrested and charged with attempted murder, two counts of assault, criminal possession of a weapon and endangering the welfare of a child.
The victim and her husband are employed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, officials said. The suspect was arrested and charged with attempted murder, two counts of assault, criminal possession of a weapon and endangering the welfare of a child.
Disney partners with OpenAI for video content
Disney is tapping into artificial intelligence for future video content.
Disney is tapping into artificial intelligence for future video content.
Top cop urges LA to approve $4.4M staffing boost
Police Chief Jim McDonnell is urging the City of Los Angeles to approve the proposed $4.4 million package that addresses McDonnell's department's staffing crisis.
Police Chief Jim McDonnell is urging the City of Los Angeles to approve the proposed $4.4 million package that addresses McDonnell's department's staffing crisis.
Karen Bass urges city council to approve $4.4M for LAPD hiring or face January freeze
The mayor sent a letter to the city council urging them to allocate $4.4 million to the Los Angeles Police Department so they can hire additional officers.
The mayor sent a letter to the city council urging them to allocate $4.4 million to the Los Angeles Police Department so they can hire additional officers.
Heroes & Helpers: Making holiday magic happen
Dozens of kids were treated of a holiday shopping spree courtesy of the LAPD and Target.
Dozens of kids were treated of a holiday shopping spree courtesy of the LAPD and Target.
LAPD declines to comment on Celeste Rivas investigation
During his appearance on Good Day LA Wednesday, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell explained why the department hasn't publicly released new details about the case.
During his appearance on Good Day LA Wednesday, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell explained why the department hasn't publicly released new details about the case.