A California high school community is in mourning after a 14-year-old student died from a suspected overdose following a school softball game, with another student hospitalised in critical condition.
Exclusive investigation reveals how bureaucratic gridlock is preventing Malibu residents from rebuilding after devastating wildfires, with only four reconstruction permits approved amid hundreds of destroyed properties.
In a landmark policy shift, Thailand grants work rights to Myanmar refugees as labour shortages bite and international aid dwindles, creating new economic opportunities for displaced people.
Labour-run Merton Council introduces controversial parking permit price hikes targeting SUV owners, with fees potentially tripling for heavier vehicles in new environmental policy.
Southern California faces unprecedented hurricane conditions as Tropical Storm Hilary barrels toward the coast, triggering rare tropical storm warnings and state of emergency declarations.
Cardiff residents face paying up to three times more for parking permits as the council targets SUVs and heavier vehicles in a bold environmental initiative to reduce emissions and encourage sustainable transport.
Silicon Valley billionaires reveal ambitious plans to build a revolutionary new city from scratch in Northern California, facing both excitement and fierce local opposition.
One year after Westminster woman Melodee Buzzard vanished after dropping her son at school, her family continues desperate search amid troubling circumstances.
California voters have delivered a stunning blow to the political establishment, approving Proposition 50 to strip lawmakers of redistricting power and hand it to an independent commission in a landmark democratic reform.
Blue Badge holders across the UK are being warned about rule changes that could see them hit with hefty fines up to £1,000 for improper parking documentation.
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Governor Gavin Newsom signs landmark AB7 legislation, creating seismic changes to California's employment landscape and sparking intense debate about worker classification.
Donald Trump faces protests and celebrity opposition during Southern California fundraiser as he seeks to regain political foothold in traditionally Democratic state ahead of 2024 election.
A catastrophic atmospheric river unleashes unprecedented flooding across Southern California, triggering emergency evacuations and widespread destruction as officials declare a state of emergency.
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan launches extraordinary public challenge against California Governor Gavin Newsom, demanding urgent action on homelessness as crisis deepens across the state.
Carrie Elizabeth Romney, daughter-in-law of former US presidential candidate Mitt Romney, has died following a single-vehicle collision in Valencia, California. The 45-year-old mother of five was pronounced dead at the scene.
Northern California experiences extraordinary May snowstorm as atmospheric river deluges region, creating hazardous conditions and travel chaos across mountain passes.
Groundbreaking new rules mean drivers and passengers with 'hidden disabilities' can automatically qualify for Blue Badge parking permits across the UK without lengthy assessments.
Emergency services respond to major incident after helicopter crashes near Huntington Beach, California, with multiple casualties reported and investigation underway.
A convicted California child molester serving a 400-year sentence has been murdered in prison, highlighting the dangers sex offenders face behind bars. Lawrence Joseph Sharpe was attacked at Wasco State Prison.
California Governor Gavin Newsom blocks Republican-led legislation that would have made certain drug and theft crimes more severe, sparking renewed debate about criminal justice reform in the state.
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK councils are implementing Britain's most expensive parking fees, claiming it prevents 'spot-stealing' by non-residents while generating millions in revenue.
A rapidly expanding wildfire forces thousands to evacuate in Southern California as emergency crews battle extreme conditions and power outages sweep the region.
New scientific analysis reveals California's remaining glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains are vanishing at unprecedented rates, with some expected to disappear completely within years rather than decades.
Former President Donald Trump quietly approved controversial mining permits in Alaska's pristine wilderness during his final days in office, creating a major environmental dilemma for the Biden administration.
A furious driver reveals how a neighbour's relentless parking complaints led to council threats and a street-wide dispute. Discover the shocking reality of UK parking permit problems.
Exclusive investigation reveals how councils across Britain are stripping disabled parking permits from vulnerable residents amid government crackdown on Blue Badge scheme misuse.
Frustrated California entrepreneurs are implementing radical new approaches to tackle the state's escalating homelessness problem, creating innovative partnerships and solutions that challenge conventional methods.
The US Justice Department has launched a major corruption investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department following allegations deputies sold concealed gun licenses for cash and sexual favours.