A suspect has been arrested and charged with deliberately starting the destructive Palisades Fire that ravaged Southern California, forcing thousands to evacuate and destroying multiple structures.
Southern California faces a state of emergency as relentless atmospheric river deluge causes catastrophic flooding, destructive mudslides and prompts dramatic rescues across Los Angeles County.
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.
Southern California faces unprecedented hurricane conditions as Tropical Storm Hilary barrels toward the coast, triggering rare tropical storm warnings and state of emergency declarations.
Millions of Sydney residents are on high alert as the Bureau of Meteorology issues severe weather warnings for destructive supercell storms bringing giant hailstones, damaging winds, and intense rainfall across New South Wales.
Silicon Valley billionaires reveal ambitious plans to build a revolutionary new city from scratch in Northern California, facing both excitement and fierce local opposition.
Millions face flood alerts as torrential rains target Florida and Southern California, with Orlando and Los Angeles County preparing for potential devastation from converging storm systems.
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.
Groundbreaking research reveals Earth's solid inner core has been slowing its rotation since 2010, potentially altering day length and affecting global magnetic fields in unprecedented ways.
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese nationals with criminal ties are exploiting border vulnerabilities to enter California, prompting national security concerns.
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.
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.
Dramatic monsoon storms unleash devastating flash floods across Arizona and Utah, stranding tourists and prompting urgent rescue operations in one of America's most iconic landscapes.
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.
Meteorologists warn of potential typhoon transformation as tropical systems approach California, Oregon, and Washington, threatening heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions across the region.
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.
Exclusive: The Los Angeles Angels are in advanced negotiations to relocate from Anaheim to Santa Ana, potentially creating Southern California's newest Major League Baseball destination and transforming Orange County's sports landscape.
Meteorologists forecast one of the most active Atlantic hurricane seasons in history, with up to 25 named storms predicted to form in coming months.
A man fights for his life after a massive tree toppled by Storm Amy smashed into his vehicle in North Yorkshire, as severe weather warnings continue across Britain.
Dramatic blaze engulfs Southern California refinery with massive plumes of black smoke visible for miles, though officials confirm no injuries reported.