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According to police, the 14-year-old female showed the gun to another student inside of a school restroom. Upon learning that the student was armed, staff members took the weapon and held her until police arrived.
Several cities in Southern California ranked within the top 25 safest cities for trick-or-treating this Halloween.
Thousands of people were expected to join the American Cancer Society Sunday for the "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" walk in Costa Mesa.
The suspect said that he planned to cause "intentional harm" at the location, and that there would be an explosion, prompting police to close the Metrolink station as they investigate.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials confirmed Friday that at least six birds have tested positive for Avian Influenza within Orange County.
A new study from Rockefeller University in New York shows that some people give off a certain scent that makes them 100 times more attractive to mosquitos.
Amplify Energy has agreed to pay $50 million to thousands of Southern California fishermen, tourism companies and property owners who sued after an offshore oil spill of nearly 25,000 gallons last year near Huntington Beach.
Griselda Petra Pineda-Reta, 36, was found unresponsive inside of one of the hotel's rooms at around noon Saturday.
Authorities say a person galloping through traffic on a horse was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
A strike could stop bus service in Orange County as soon as Monday if authorized.
California has some of the highest gas prices in the nation but some experts and the governor say prices here are much higher than they should be.
The commission said the project would "least damaging" way to dispose of the 282,000 cubic yards of contaminated sediment.
Chrisa Cornejo said her daughter died 11 days ago after she was sent home in an Uber because she was nodding off.
For the second time this month, friends of Newport Harbor marched to city hall to protest against a potential new dredging project.
Prices increases went into effect Tuesday, growing 8% on average, with the lowest possible ticket price sitting at $104 — part of the new "Tier 0" ticket available on the park's slowest days of the year.
The cargo ship arrived at the Port of Long Beach from southern China.
The Orange County woman who faces a series of felonies for registering her dog to vote in 2021 and 2022 made her first court appearance on Tuesday, saying through her legal team that she did so to "expose flaws" in California's voting system.
Prosecutors said that the man left threats on his coworker's desk and nearby cubicles to instill fear in the victim.
Raymond Cruz, the actor known best for his role as Tuco Salamanca in the "Breaking Bad" television series, was arrested on Monday after he allegedly sprayed women with water from a hose outside of his Silver Lake home.
Felony charges are expected to be filed against the suspect who allegedly assaulted a man and left him lying in a busy Temecula intersection, where he was fatally struck by a car over the weekend.
Prosecutors said that the man left threats on his coworker's desk and nearby cubicles to instill fear in the victim.
Raymond Cruz, the actor known best for his role as Tuco Salamanca in the "Breaking Bad" television series, was arrested on Monday after he allegedly sprayed women with water from a hose outside of his Silver Lake home.
Investigators say that they do not believe the incident is connected to a different body found inside a Tesla at a Hollywood tow yard on Monday.
The Eco Wave Power floats splash into the water, generating a small amount of electricity that can be used locally.
LAPD officers discovered human remains after receiving calls of a foul odor coming from the tow yard.
The Orange County woman who faces a series of felonies for registering her dog to vote in 2021 and 2022 made her first court appearance on Tuesday, saying through her legal team that she did so to "expose flaws" in California's voting system.
Prosecutors say that the dog's vote was counted in the 2021 gubernatorial recall election but denied in the 2022 primary election.
A fiery three-car crash killed a person and injured three others, including a child.
An Alabama man claiming to be the "Angel of Death" allegedly said he was the "rider of the pale horse," a biblical excerpt referring to the apocalypse.
The Alabama man allegedly issued threats against St. Michael's Abbey in Silverado Canyon via email and in person.
Felony charges are expected to be filed against the suspect who allegedly assaulted a man and left him lying in a busy Temecula intersection, where he was fatally struck by a car over the weekend.
A proposed housing development on the shores of Big Bear Lake has been met with protest from community members and animal rights activists, as it could chase the region's iconic eagle family away.
California State Sen. Sabrina Cervantes filed a claim against Sacramento over her DUI arrest in May.
Deputies seized 815 marijuana plants from the illegal grow operation in unincorporated Lake Elsinore.
The fire has burned about 520 acres and is 10% contained, according to Cal Fire officials.
The former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has filed a legal claim against the city and Mayor Karen Bass nearly six months after she was removed as chief. KCAL Senior Report Ross Palombo has more on the legal move.
New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in our area. As Senior Reporter Ross Palombo found, we can now see exactly where these detainees are going.
Residents in the Rancho Palos Verdes have been living in fear that one day their homes might slide down the edge of the slope. Just when they thought they were going to be receiving funds to help, it got ripped away. Jeff Nguyen reports
Ross Palombo breaks down the latest numbers from ICE.
KCAL News reporter Ross Palombo reviews the charging documents, which outline the suspect's criminal history.
Apple's annual technology showcase includes the iPhone 17, along with refreshed AirPods that can offer live translation.
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Chagas disease is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the non-endemic label in the U.S., the CDC says.
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
Matthew Stafford threw for 245 yards and a touchdown while becoming the 10th quarterback in NFL history with 60,000 yards in the air, and Braden Fiske recovered a fumble forced by Nate Landman with 1:43 to play in the Los Angeles Rams' 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans.
The Orange County woman who faces a series of felonies for registering her dog to vote in 2021 and 2022 made her first court appearance on Tuesday, saying through her legal team that she did so to "expose flaws" in California's voting system.
Prosecutors said that the man left threats on his coworker's desk and nearby cubicles to instill fear in the victim.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered a pre-recorded State of the State address for a second consecutive year.
A nonpartisan event in Sacramento on Monday played host to many of the candidates vying to be the next governor of California.
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended firing the director of the CDC at a hearing before a Senate committee on Thursday.
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
Riverside County health officials have issued a warning due to an increasing number of Valley Fever infections across the region.
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Target CEO Brian Cornell, who helped reenergize the company but has struggled to turn around weak sales in a more competitive retail landscape since the COVID pandemic, plans to step down Feb. 1.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Royce Lewis homered twice and drove in four runs as the Minnesota Twins beat the sloppy Los Angeles Angels 12-3.
Tyler Glasnow and Blake Treinen combined to pitch eight innings of no-hit ball for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
UCLA backup quarterback Pierce Clarkson was arrested on Friday for assault with a deadly weapon and his bail was set at $30,000.
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
Matthew Stafford threw for 245 yards and a touchdown while becoming the 10th quarterback in NFL history with 60,000 yards in the air, and Braden Fiske recovered a fumble forced by Nate Landman with 1:43 to play in the Los Angeles Rams' 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans.
Raymond Cruz, the actor known best for his role as Tuco Salamanca in the "Breaking Bad" television series, was arrested on Monday after he allegedly sprayed women with water from a hose outside of his Silver Lake home.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
A 35-year-old Temecula man was found dead in a busy intersection outside of Pechanga Resort Casino over the weekend, and the suspect who allegedly assaulted him is expected to face felony charges. Mike Rogers reports.
Federal immigration agents made an arrest in Van Nuys on Tuesday afternoon. The arrest was caught on camera, and one of the people who was briefly detained said that the agents had followed them all the way from Northridge.
A Los Angeles County Counsel employee was charged with felony hate crimes after they allegedly sent death threats to their Asian co-worker. Mike Rogers reports.
The Costa Mesa woman who registered her dog to vote in two California elections appeared in court on Tuesday. She says that she did so to "expose flaws" in the state's voter system. Michele Gile reports.
A proposed housing development on the shores of Big Bear Lake has been met with protest from community members and animal rights activists, as it could chase the region's iconic eagle family away. Joy Benedict reports.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
