New California laws in 2026 include plastic bag ban, food delivery refunds -- see the full list
Hundreds of new laws were approved this year in California, and many of them will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hundreds of new laws were approved this year in California, and many of them will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
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.
Southern California weather shift: Santa Ana winds to blast region before New Year's rainstorm
The Santa Ana gusts are expected to catch a break by Tuesday night, but don't put away your umbrella—a new storm system is already churning off the coast of Mexico, set to bring rain by Wednesday
The Santa Ana gusts are expected to catch a break by Tuesday night, but don't put away your umbrella—a new storm system is already churning off the coast of Mexico, set to bring rain by Wednesday
Southern California storm tracker: Pineapple Express to bring massive flooding, gusty winds through Christmas
A powerful atmospheric river storm will bring life-threatening flooding, 80 mph winds, and up to 12 inches of rain to Southern California through Christmas week, according to the National Weather Service.
A powerful atmospheric river storm will bring life-threatening flooding, 80 mph winds, and up to 12 inches of rain to Southern California through Christmas week, according to the National Weather Service.
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.
Pineapple Express headed to Southern California for Christmas: What to know
The Pineapple Express storm heading towards Southern California just in time for Christmas is only getting worse.
The Pineapple Express storm heading towards Southern California just in time for Christmas is only getting worse.
405 Freeway traffic: Weekend closures Dec. 19-22
Paving work will start at 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19 through 5 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22.
Paving work will start at 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19 through 5 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22.
Holiday travel 2025: Record 10.2 million SoCal travelers to hit the road
Southern California holiday travel is set to hit a record 10.2M people this year. See the best times to drive and the freeways to avoid if possible.
Southern California holiday travel is set to hit a record 10.2M people this year. See the best times to drive and the freeways to avoid if possible.
Southern California braces for Christmas storm: Timeline
A series of powerful storms will hit Southern California next week, bringing heavy snow, flood risks, and gusty winds that could disrupt Christmas travel in major corridors like the Grapevine.
A series of powerful storms will hit Southern California next week, bringing heavy snow, flood risks, and gusty winds that could disrupt Christmas travel in major corridors like the Grapevine.
405 Freeway: SigAlert issued after crash, damaged concrete in Sherman Oaks area
Following a crash, the CHP has issued a SigAlert near the Sepulveda Pass in Sherman Oaks.
Following a crash, the CHP has issued a SigAlert near the Sepulveda Pass in Sherman Oaks.
SigAlert issued on Sepulveda Pass
A SigAlert was issued by the CHP due to "unsafe roadway" during the morning rush hour on Wednesday.
A SigAlert was issued by the CHP due to "unsafe roadway" during the morning rush hour on Wednesday.
Truck fire shuts down 405 Freeway north near Sherman Oaks
A truck explosion forced massive traffic delays along the 405 Freeway near Sherman Oaks.
A truck explosion forced massive traffic delays along the 405 Freeway near Sherman Oaks.
10 Freeway crash: Racing possibly linked to deadly collision in Mid-City
A 19-year-old man was killed following a multi-car crash on the 10 Freeway that was reportedly linked to street racing.
A 19-year-old man was killed following a multi-car crash on the 10 Freeway that was reportedly linked to street racing.
$490 fines begin: California's EV carpool decal program is officially over
The grace period for solo electric vehicle drivers to use carpool lanes ended Monday, Dec. 1 after the Trump administration stopped the Clean Air Vehicle decal program.
The grace period for solo electric vehicle drivers to use carpool lanes ended Monday, Dec. 1 after the Trump administration stopped the Clean Air Vehicle decal program.
Avoid the 405: Overnight freeway lane closures begin tonight through Sepulveda Pass
The first phase will involve up to two lanes closed overnight (9 p.m. to 6 a.m.) between Wilshire and Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive from Dec. 1-5.
The first phase will involve up to two lanes closed overnight (9 p.m. to 6 a.m.) between Wilshire and Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive from Dec. 1-5.
405 Freeway traffic: Back-to-back weekend closures through Sepulveda Pass announced
If you plan on taking the 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass, plan accordingly as back-to-back weekend lane closures are planned in both directions.
If you plan on taking the 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass, plan accordingly as back-to-back weekend lane closures are planned in both directions.
Thanksgiving travel: These are the best and worst times to drive in California
An estimated 81.8 million people will travel during the Thanksgiving period (Nov. 25–Dec. 1), setting a new domestic travel record.
An estimated 81.8 million people will travel during the Thanksgiving period (Nov. 25–Dec. 1), setting a new domestic travel record.
405 Freeway closures in Sepulveda Pass: Dec. 5-8
The closures will last from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday.
The closures will last from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday.
Americans lost record 63 hours to traffic in 2024, study finds
Americans lost a record 63 hours to traffic in 2024 — nearly eight full workdays — according to Texas A&M’s latest Urban Mobility Report.
Americans lost a record 63 hours to traffic in 2024 — nearly eight full workdays — according to Texas A&M’s latest Urban Mobility Report.
210 Freeway: Fatal crash involving Prius vs. semi snarls morning commute in Sunland
One person died when a Toyota Prius rear-ended a semi-truck trailer on the 210 Freeway in Sunland.
One person died when a Toyota Prius rear-ended a semi-truck trailer on the 210 Freeway in Sunland.