Tech executive killed at California sports facility

A tech executive from The New York Times has been shot and killed in what appears to be a tragic incident involving his elderly in-laws in California. Jonathan McKinsey, 40, who served as the head of engineering for games player experience at the newspaper, was fatally wounded by 77-year-olds Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen in […]
Hurricane Polo heads for Mexico while Southern California prepares for hazardous waves and flooding.

A powerful hurricane is making its way toward Mexico, while Southern California is getting ready for hazardous surf conditions, intense rip currents, and potential coastal flooding. The massive swells from the storm are predicted to hit beaches throughout the area. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Hurricane Polo is expected to touch down […]
California deer hunters taken into custody after authorities find shocking evidence

Three poachers in California were caught in the act at a national park, where they had headless deer concealed in trash bags. On Friday, officers apprehended the suspects after receiving tips that they were hunting deer illegally at Angeles National Park, located in Los Angeles County. According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife […]
Beloved California Italian deli shutting down after almost 50 years

Corsagna Deli to Close After Nearly 50 Years Another San Francisco gem is bidding farewell. Corsagna Deli, a cherished family-run Italian shop that has served the Cow Hollow neighborhood for decades, will close its doors after almost fifty years. The owner expressed sadness, noting that customers now seem more interested in trendy, overpriced food concepts. […]
Colombian drug lord sent to California to face drug-related charges

A Colombian drug lord, accused of heading a paramilitary group of around 1,000 members, has been extradited to California to confront federal charges that could lead to a life sentence. Geovany Andres Rojas, 45, who is referred to as “Spider,” was brought to the U.S. from Colombia on Thursday and has been placed in federal […]
New leads found in the search for missing California coffee shop owner Amy Hillyard six months after she vanished

The husband of a missing coffee shop owner from California is sharing new updates from the ongoing search for his wife, which has now stretched over six months. Chris Hillyard mentioned that investigators and volunteers are focusing on locations that Amy Hillyard frequented for hiking and walking, using drones for more thorough searches. Amy, who […]
New Costco in Vallejo, Northern California, set to open this fall as part of US growth.

Costco Expands in California Californians seem to have an endless appetite for Costco. The popular warehouse chain is set to continue its growth in the state with another store opening soon. A recent social media video has highlighted the progress on a new Costco location in Vallejo, Northern California, expected to open in November. This […]
Find out which Starbucks stores in California are shutting down.

Starbucks is set to close a number of its locations in California, with 64 shops across the state expected to shut down. The closures are spread throughout the state, from Santa Rosa down to San Diego, impacting areas like the Bay Area, Sacramento, the Central Coast, Los Angeles, and Orange County, among others. Reports indicate […]
Uncommon sea turtle eggs taken from Southern California beaches before Hurricane Polo

A strong hurricane headed for Southern California this weekend is prompting scientists to quickly search for rare sea turtle eggs on local beaches and move them to safety. Teams from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service took action on Friday as Hurricane Polo, a category 5 storm brewing off the western coast of Mexico, continues […]
Climber from California shares experience of surviving a 500-foot slide on Mount Shasta.

A climber from California, Zubayir Kazi, 24, shared the experience of surviving a harrowing 500-foot slide down Mount Shasta. He lost his supplies and sustained serious injuries during the incident, which occurred after he reached the summit on September 10 during his first attempt at climbing in icy conditions. “Everything I had just slipped from […]