Sea lions washing up onto Santa Barbara, Ventura County beaches showing signs of algae poisoning

Animal rescuers in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties say they've been inundated in recent days with reports of sick sea lions washing up on shore, showing signs they may have been poisoned by a harmful algal bloom.

California doctor defrauded Medicare out of $3 million: DOJ

Medicare paid approximately $3.2 million of the $3.9 million in fraudulent claims submitted by Dr. Victor Contreras.

California heat wave temperatures continue to break records

Lancaster and Palmdale extended their records for the most consecutive days over 110 degrees on Tuesday with six, and are expected to extend that record to a seventh day on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. Lancaster is expected to reach 112 degrees and Palmdale 110, the NWS said.

4th of July: Fireworks, parades in Southern California

Carnivals, concerts, parades, picnics, and fireworks extravaganzas are planned across Southern California for Independence Day.

Sharp Fire fully contained in Simi Valley

The Sharp Fire broke out behind a Simi Valley neighborhood Wednesday, and was one of two fires that broke out in the area amid a dangerous heat wave gripping the state.

Simi Valley fire briefly forces evacuations
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A brush fire that stretched across Simi Valley forced evacuations for hours before they were eventually lifted.

Sharp Fire spreads across Simi Valley
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A fire broke out in Simi Valley Wednesday, forcing evacuations for some residents and threatening least one structure, according to officials.

Family hopes for daughter's safe return
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The search continues after a woman with special needs went missing in Ventura County.

Camarillo gun store robbed after thieves ram stolen Kia to get inside

An investigation is underway in Camarillo after a local gun store was robbed by thieves who used a stolen Kia to gain entry, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's Office.