Millions face power cuts as California fires spread
October 27, 2019 | 10:17
Californian officials warned Saturday (Oct 26) that "extreme" wind conditions were set to fan wildfires across the north of the US state as residents were ordered to evacuate and millions faced power cuts.
At least 8 dead from fire that sank California dive boat with dozens on board: Sheriff
September 03, 2019 | 09:56
California: Four bodies were recovered on Monday (Sep 3) from a predawn fire that sank a scuba diving boat off a Southern California island and four other bodies were discovered on the ocean floor near the vessel, Santa Barbara County Sheriff Bill Brown said.
World's tiniest surviving baby born in the US
May 30, 2019 | 18:00
A California hospital on Wednesday (May 29) disclosed the birth of the world's smallest baby ever to survive, weighing a mere 245g - the same as a large apple - when she was born.
Park gears up for ANA Inspiration in California
April 04, 2019 | 12:00
Park Sung-hyun believes her world number one ranking has left her in a more relaxed state of mind as she prepares to tackle the first women's major championship of 2019 at the ANA Inspiration in California on Thursday (Apr 4).
Victims mourned as toll hits 77 in California wildfire
November 19, 2018 | 16:46
The toll from the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California's history rose further on Sunday (Nov 18) to 77, the sheriff's office said, after a vigil to honour the victims.
California commits to 100% clean electricity by 2045
September 11, 2018 | 12:05
California Governor Jerry Brown signed landmark legislation on Monday (Sep 10) committing his state to a 100 percent clean electricity grid by 2045.
Venus reaches San Jose quarter-finals, Keys withdraws
August 04, 2018 | 10:40
Seven-time Grand Slam winner Venus Williams held off Britain's Heather Watson 6-4, 4-6, 6-0 on Thursday (Aug 2) to reach the quarter-finals of the WTA hardcourt tournament in San Jose, California.
California teacher accidentally discharges gun in class
March 15, 2018 | 14:26
At least one California high school student was injured superficially when a teacher accidentally discharged a gun in class during a firearms safety course, police said on Wednesday (Mar 14).
Unfair competition lawsuits filed over use of pirated software
January 28, 2013 | 17:01
Attorney General Kamala D. Harris has filed lawsuits against two international apparel manufacturers for gaining an unfair competitive advantage over American companies by using pirated software in the production of clothing imported and sold in California.
Coke, Pepsi to drop level of 'cancer' chemical
March 10, 2012 | 08:19
Coca-Cola and Pepsi said Friday they have lowered levels of a chemical in caramel coloring to comply with a California law, but insisted the drinks pose no health risks and recipes will not change.
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