Across California, CA|News|
Another Major CA Candidate Drops Out Of Governor's Race
A former legislative leader said she had "no viable path to victory."
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
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San Francisco, CA|News|
SF Woman Charges $30K To Name Your Baby: Report
This influencer built a luxury baby-naming enterprise that began on social media.
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Across California, CA|News|
6 High-Stakes CA Laws Newsom Could Soon Sign Or Veto
The fate of several hot-button bills rests with Newsom as the legislative signing deadline approaches.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
3 New CA Laws Recently Signed By Newsom
From AI regulation to laws restricting officers from wearing masks, here are a pile of new laws and how they will affect you.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Can Driverless Cars Be Ticketed In CA?
Robotaxis have racked up tens of thousands of dollars in fines for traffic violations in California. Here's how the state is handling it.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Dangerous Bay Area Squirrel That Sent 2 People To The ER Was Likely Raised By Humans: Report
'I was full of blood.' Some are on high alert in this community after the rogue rodent viciously accosted several people.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
How To Get Your Money In $1.5B Amazon Settlement
The e-commerce giant was ordered to pay a settlement amid allegations that the company enrolled millions in Prime without their consent.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Major Storms Barrel Toward NorCal This Week
The first "robust" wet front of the season is heading toward Northern California this week and is expected to bring widespread rain.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Murrieta Gastropub To Host 'Meet The Author' Event With April Vidal
Vidal, an active Murrieta community member, will be signing her locally beloved children's books.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
IE Deputies Seek Woman Who Drove Off With Man At Knifepoint Toward Mexico
The woman threatened to beat or cut the victim with a knife if he refused to get in the car with her and drive to Mexico.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Banning's 'Spooktacular' Fall Fest, Nonprofit Fundraiser Kicks Off Oct. 18
The festival will feature a Halloween-themed play, produced by Paula and "My Three Sons" star Stanley Livingston.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
'Got Junk?' Temecula's Free Citywide Cleanup Is Coming Up
Residents can dispose of large bulky items, green waste, motor oil and more items at no cost.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Palm Desert’s Concerts In The Park Returns In October With 5 Free Shows
From Top 40 hits to country and Beatles tributes, Palm Desert’s free Thursday night concerts return Oct. 2–30 at Civic Center Park.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Buckle Up BBQ To Bring Food, Fun And Free Car Seat Checks To Menifee
The Menifee Police Traffic Unit will provide free car seat checks as part of Car Seat Safety Week.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Lake Elsinore Spotlights Goodfellow Corporation
Goodfellow, a crushing equipment company, has served the Lake Elsinore community since 2022.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Murrieta Police Urge Car Seat Checks During Child Passenger Safety Week
Nearly half of car seats are misused, federal data shows. Local police say the right seat can make all the difference in a crash.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Invasive Fruit Fly Prompts Quarantine In Parts Of RivCo
Quarantine zones in Riverside, San Bernardino counties were set as this particular bug threatens California crops.
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
How 'Breakthrough' Care Turned An IE Man's Grim Cancer Prognosis Around: 'Seek Peace Of Mind'
From pain so severe he couldn’t move to walking again, Jose Espinoza’s story is one of faith, family and survival.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Post Malone, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson To Headline Stagecoach 2026
The lineup for California's largest country music festival just dropped. See who's playing.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Gunman Who Died By Suicide In RivCo Workplace Shooting Identified; Victim In Critical Condition
Police say a man returned a week after his employment had ended and shot a woman multiple times before turning the gun on himself.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
