Across California, CA|News|
Rate Of Inflation Drops To 4-Year Low: See How Prices In CA Compare
Check out how costs have changed on everything from bacon to wine in the Golden State.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
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Across California, CA|News|
CA Schools Urge Students Not To Partake In Dangerous TikTok Challenge
At least one Golden State student has been arrested in connection with the viral activity.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg Center Gets $500K To Bolster Disaster Resources
Sonoma County has granted $1 million to improve infrastructure at two community centers to improve capacity for disaster recovery.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
Probe Of State Farm's Handling Of LA Fires Not 'Off The Table': Report
Here's what the California Insurance Commissioner has said about launching a formal investigation into the insurer.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Homeland Security Investigates CA Over Federal Benefits For Immigrants
"The gravy train is over": Federal officials are accusing the state of giving benefits to ineligible migrants.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Will Trump Tariffs, Layoffs At USPS Delay Your Mail Deliveries?
Tens of thousands of jobs will be cut from UPS and the U.S. Postal Service this year, raising questions about how it will affect mail.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
'No More Excuses': Newsom Pressures Cities To Ban Homeless Encampments
What to know about the governor's toughest push yet to outlaw encampments.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
John Elway's Agent Died Of 'Blunt Head Trauma': Coroner
The cause of death, released Friday by the county coroner, ends a two week-long investigation.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Airlifted To Hospital After Lake Elsinore Crash
The motorcycle had gone over the roadway when firefighters arrived, officials said.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
West Hollywood, CA|News|
Where To Stay In West Hollywood During WeHo Pride 2025
West Hollywood offers dozens of lodging options near the heart of the festivities. Here's a look at 10 standout hotels.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Large Bee Swarm Spurs Warnings In Palm Springs
The city said it is working to professionally relocate the beehive, a process that could take up to two weeks.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
5 Banning, Beaumont Seniors Recognized As Students Of The Year
Five teenagers from two rival schools were honored as students of the year were celebrated in Beaumont this week.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Suspected DUI Crash Into Menifee Power Pole Spurs 14 Hour Road Closure
A Menifee road will be shut down until Friday afternoon while crews work to fix the severely damaged power pole.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Where To Dispose Of Hazardous Waste Near Palm Desert, RivCo
Riverside County is hosting an event for residents to drop off paint products, electronic waste, pesticides and more.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Where To Dispose Of Hazardous Waste In Beaumont, RivCo
Riverside County is hosting an event for residents to drop off paint products, electronic waste, pesticides and more.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula's I-15 On-Ramp Closure Begins This Weekend: What To Know
The on-ramp's closure is part of a larger "smart freeway" project that is expected to eventually relieve traffic congestion through town.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Lawsuit Seeks To Overturn Chuckwalla National Monument
A conservative Texas group is challenging the legality of the 600,000-acre monument south of Joshua Tree, citing mining interests.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma PD Honors Officer For Life-Saving Effort, Community Impact
Officer Jayce Hanson was named Employee of the Quarter after helping save a man’s life, recovering stolen merchandise and much more.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
West Nile Virus Detected In RivCo: What To Know
Officials are urging residents to take caution after a mosquito tested positive for the virus, marking the first positive result this year.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Redlands-Loma Linda, CA|News|
RivCo Woman Dies After Vehicle Collides With Power Pole In Redlands
An 83-year-old woman died after she was involved a collision in Redlands on Wednesday morning.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
