Police: Man kills California woman with samurai sword in front of young son
TEMPLE CITY, Calif. – A man suspected of fatally stabbing a woman with a samurai sword in front of her 10-year-old son was identified Thursday morning as 44-year-old Johnny Ralph Perales, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
TEMPLE CITY, Calif. – A man suspected of fatally stabbing a woman with a samurai sword in front of her 10-year-old son was identified Thursday morning as 44-year-old Johnny Ralph Perales, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
2 officers fatally shot, another wounded trying to resolve family dispute in Palm Springs, California
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — The Latest on the shooting of three police officers in Palm Springs. (all times local):5 p.m.Police Chief Bryan Reyes says three officers in Palm Springs, California were trying to resolve a family dispute Saturday when a man fatally shot two of them and wounded the third.Reyes told reporters the officers were talking calmly to the man, trying to resolve things when he suddenly opened fire on them.The chief, his voice breaking, identified the fatally wounded officers as Jose Gilbert Vega and Lesley Zerebny.
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — The Latest on the shooting of three police officers in Palm Springs. (all times local):5 p.m.Police Chief Bryan Reyes says three officers in Palm Springs, California were trying to resolve a family dispute Saturday when a man fatally shot two of them and wounded the third.Reyes told reporters the officers were talking calmly to the man, trying to resolve things when he suddenly opened fire on them.The chief, his voice breaking, identified the fatally wounded officers as Jose Gilbert Vega and Lesley Zerebny.
20 children, 18 dogs removed from California home
VICTORVILLE, Calif. — Authorities have removed 20 children and 18 dogs from a Southern California home that they say was uninhabitable.San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies also arrested five women at the home Thursday on suspicion of child cruelty.
VICTORVILLE, Calif. — Authorities have removed 20 children and 18 dogs from a Southern California home that they say was uninhabitable.San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies also arrested five women at the home Thursday on suspicion of child cruelty.
3 bears, an adult and 2 cubs, wander into backyard in California; cool off in pool
PASADENA, California -- Three bears wandered into a Pasadena backyard and broke the rear door to the house on Thursday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.The bears never made entry inside the home, according to Lt.
PASADENA, California -- Three bears wandered into a Pasadena backyard and broke the rear door to the house on Thursday, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.The bears never made entry inside the home, according to Lt.
DA: California mayor's stolen gun used in murder of 13-year-old
STOCKTON, Calif. -- A gun stolen from Stockton Mayor Anthony Silva's home was linked to several crimes, including the killing of a 13-year-old, according to the District Attorney's office.The Beretta pistol, which is in the Stockton Police Department's possession as evidence, was used in the Feb. 15, 2015 in a drive-by shooting which killed 13-year-old Rayshawn Harris, according to KTXL.
STOCKTON, Calif. -- A gun stolen from Stockton Mayor Anthony Silva's home was linked to several crimes, including the killing of a 13-year-old, according to the District Attorney's office.The Beretta pistol, which is in the Stockton Police Department's possession as evidence, was used in the Feb. 15, 2015 in a drive-by shooting which killed 13-year-old Rayshawn Harris, according to KTXL.
Donald Trump wins GOP presidential primary in California
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump has won the Republican presidential primary in California, the biggest prize in his triumphant run to become the GOP nominee.Trump will now go on to the national convention in July with more than enough delegates to become the official nominee, but his candidacy remains a source of controversy, with many in the GOP struggling to rally behind the brash billionaire.Earlier Tuesday, House Speaker Paul Ryan said that comments Trump made accusing a district court judge of passing a racially-motivated judgment against him were the "textbook definition of a racist comment," and Sen.
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump has won the Republican presidential primary in California, the biggest prize in his triumphant run to become the GOP nominee.Trump will now go on to the national convention in July with more than enough delegates to become the official nominee, but his candidacy remains a source of controversy, with many in the GOP struggling to rally behind the brash billionaire.Earlier Tuesday, House Speaker Paul Ryan said that comments Trump made accusing a district court judge of passing a racially-motivated judgment against him were the "textbook definition of a racist comment," and Sen.
It's official: You must now be 21 to buy tobacco in California
CALIFORNIA -- The governor of California has raised the legal age to buy tobacco for smoking, dipping, chewing and vaping from 18 to 21.Democratic Gov.
CALIFORNIA -- The governor of California has raised the legal age to buy tobacco for smoking, dipping, chewing and vaping from 18 to 21.Democratic Gov.
California lawmakers propose using new technology to catch motorists who are driving while high
CALIFORNIA -- Medical marijuana is legal in California, and there's a ballot measure planned to legalize recreational pot -- and with that in mind, officials on Tuesday, April 5th proposed using new technology to catch the increasing number of motorists who are driving while high.Legislation, if approved, would allow law enforcement officials to use oral swab tests to strengthen cases where there is probable cause that a driver is impaired, and the driver has failed field sobriety tests.A handheld electronic device would test for the presence of marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines and pain medications, including opiates on the swab.Republican Senator San Dimas authored the bill -- sponsored by the California Police Chiefs Association, California Narcotic Officers Association and We Save Lives, an international coalition that is committed to saving lives by preventing crashes and crimes from the 3 Ds: drunk, drugged, and distracted driving.“Sadly, we’ve become a nation of self-medicating, careless people.
CALIFORNIA -- Medical marijuana is legal in California, and there's a ballot measure planned to legalize recreational pot -- and with that in mind, officials on Tuesday, April 5th proposed using new technology to catch the increasing number of motorists who are driving while high.Legislation, if approved, would allow law enforcement officials to use oral swab tests to strengthen cases where there is probable cause that a driver is impaired, and the driver has failed field sobriety tests.A handheld electronic device would test for the presence of marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines and pain medications, including opiates on the swab.Republican Senator San Dimas authored the bill -- sponsored by the California Police Chiefs Association, California Narcotic Officers Association and We Save Lives, an international coalition that is committed to saving lives by preventing crashes and crimes from the 3 Ds: drunk, drugged, and distracted driving.“Sadly, we’ve become a nation of self-medicating, careless people.
Police officer plays hopscotch with homeless girl in viral video
HUNTINGTON BEACH, California — A police officer in California went to check out an alleged suspicious vehicle— but ended up making a young girl's day, WPIX reports.Officer Zach Pricer received a call about a suspicious vehicle in Huntington Beach.
HUNTINGTON BEACH, California — A police officer in California went to check out an alleged suspicious vehicle— but ended up making a young girl's day, WPIX reports.Officer Zach Pricer received a call about a suspicious vehicle in Huntington Beach.
New York judge: US cannot make Apple provide iPhone data
NEW YORK — A New York judge says the U.S. Justice Department cannot force Apple to provide the FBI with access to locked iPhone data in a routine Brooklyn drug case.U.S. Magistrate Judge James Orenstein ruled Monday.
NEW YORK — A New York judge says the U.S. Justice Department cannot force Apple to provide the FBI with access to locked iPhone data in a routine Brooklyn drug case.U.S. Magistrate Judge James Orenstein ruled Monday.
Protesters to rally across US to back Apple in battle with FBI, including in Glendale
SAN FRANCISCO — Protesters are preparing to assemble in more than 30 cities to lash out at the FBI for obtaining a court order that requires Apple to make it easier to unlock an encrypted iPhone used by a gunman in December's mass murders in California.The protests organized by the Internet rights group Fight for the Future are scheduled to occur Tuesday.
SAN FRANCISCO — Protesters are preparing to assemble in more than 30 cities to lash out at the FBI for obtaining a court order that requires Apple to make it easier to unlock an encrypted iPhone used by a gunman in December's mass murders in California.The protests organized by the Internet rights group Fight for the Future are scheduled to occur Tuesday.
"I failed him:" Nine-year-old boy left home alone while sister went to work mauled to death by her dogs
LINDA, California -- A nine-year-old boy left at home while his sister went to work was mauled to death by her dogs.Neighbors say Alexandria Griffin-Heady recently moved into a small trailer in Linda, California.Neighbors say she wanted to better her life, and eventually pull her little brother out of the foster care system.
LINDA, California -- A nine-year-old boy left at home while his sister went to work was mauled to death by her dogs.Neighbors say Alexandria Griffin-Heady recently moved into a small trailer in Linda, California.Neighbors say she wanted to better her life, and eventually pull her little brother out of the foster care system.
San Bernardino shootings: Nearly 600 employees of Inland Regional Center set to return to work
SAN BERNARDINO — The San Bernardino offices where a husband and wife killed 14 people a month ago in a terror attack reopen Monday, January 4th.Nearly 600 employees of the Inland Regional Center are returning to home base.It will be an important reunion, even though many of the counselors have since the December 2 massacre visited the homes of clients, who include children with autism and adults with mental disabilities.Leaders of the center say that Monday morning they will gather small groups to let employees discuss their feelings about returning.
SAN BERNARDINO — The San Bernardino offices where a husband and wife killed 14 people a month ago in a terror attack reopen Monday, January 4th.Nearly 600 employees of the Inland Regional Center are returning to home base.It will be an important reunion, even though many of the counselors have since the December 2 massacre visited the homes of clients, who include children with autism and adults with mental disabilities.Leaders of the center say that Monday morning they will gather small groups to let employees discuss their feelings about returning.
"I love them:" Santa, sanitation workers team up to deliver Christmas surprise for boy 'obsessed' with garbage cans
FOLSOM, California -- Santa Claus, with help from some city sanitation workers made a four-year-old boy's Christmas wish come true.
FOLSOM, California -- Santa Claus, with help from some city sanitation workers made a four-year-old boy's Christmas wish come true.
"Just unbelievable:" Anti-Muslim note posted at grocery store shocks customers, store officials alike
OAK CREEK -- A surprising find Tuesday, December 8th at a grocery store.
OAK CREEK -- A surprising find Tuesday, December 8th at a grocery store.
"Business has definitely increased:" New record for gun sales in Wisconsin; 1,700 on Black Friday
WEST ALLIS -- Since the terror attacks in Paris on November 13th, and San Bernardino on December 2nd, officials with gun stores across the country are reporting a surge in sales.
WEST ALLIS -- Since the terror attacks in Paris on November 13th, and San Bernardino on December 2nd, officials with gun stores across the country are reporting a surge in sales.
"Safety issues always top priority:" MPS cancels student trips in wake of terror attacks
BROWN DEER/MILWAUKEE -- After terror attacks in Paris and California, and a travel alert issued by the federal government, there is concern about the safety of students who participate in school-related travel opportunities.
BROWN DEER/MILWAUKEE -- After terror attacks in Paris and California, and a travel alert issued by the federal government, there is concern about the safety of students who participate in school-related travel opportunities.
Muslims, faith leaders say Donald Trump's 'Muslim ban' proposal will only further divide Americans
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Sending shock waves across the country, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump isn't backing down on his proposal to ban all Muslims from entering the United States.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Sending shock waves across the country, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump isn't backing down on his proposal to ban all Muslims from entering the United States.
Amid terror concerns, MPS cancels all foreign student travel, some trips to Washington, D.C.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) have cancelled all foreign student travel for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year amid terror concerns.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) have cancelled all foreign student travel for the remainder of the 2015-2016 school year amid terror concerns.
"These haircuts make a difference:" Members of Muslim group offer free haircuts to homeless in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- In the wake of unspeakable violence last week in San Bernardino, California -- in Milwaukee on Sunday, December 6th, a show of compassion.
MILWAUKEE -- In the wake of unspeakable violence last week in San Bernardino, California -- in Milwaukee on Sunday, December 6th, a show of compassion.