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Wife of Slain California Fire Captain in US Custody After Mexico Arrest
Cal Fire Capt. Rebecca Marodi, 49, was found stabbed to death in her San Diego County home in February.
San Francisco Launches New Traffic Speed Cameras in 33 Locations
The locations are part of San Francisco’s High Injury Network.
Former Congresswoman Explains CCP’s Hidden Influence in California
The former lawmaker warns that CCP influence on California’s campuses, ports, and border should be seen as a national security issue.
Alleged Leader of Anarchist Group Linked to Homicides Faces New Charges in Maryland
Jack LaSota, 34, faces new misdemeanor gun counts. His anarchist group is linked to killings in California, Vermont, and Pennsylvania.
Sheriff’s Office Says No Evidence to Support Woman’s Claim Her Father Is a Serial Killer
Galina Trefil claims her father discussed murdering several people from the 1970s through the 1990s.
‘47 Ronin’ Director Indicted on Charges of Defrauding Netflix of $11 Million
Carl Rinsch, who was arrested on March 18 in West Hollywood, California, is accused of misusing funds meant for a sci-fi series.
Illegal Immigrant Pleads Guilty to Participating in Beverly Hills Watch Robbery
The defendant faces 20 years in federal prison for the $1 million watch heist.
4 Chinese Nationals Sentenced for Stealing Identities, Defrauding US Retailers
The defendants swiped victims’ Social Security numbers and other personal data to open bogus accounts at major retailers.
White House Condemns Bomb Threats Against Shen Yun
Press secretary says the Trump administration will take any such threats seriously and ensure perpetrators are held accountable.
California Police Department Offers $100,000 Reward to Find Police Shooter
The suspect entered secure police facility before shooting an officer on Feb. 22, according to officials.
California Lawmaker Withdraws Bill Aimed at Limiting Use of Deadly Force in Self-Defense
The author of Assembly Bill 1333 alleges misinformation fueled confusion about the measure.
California Bill to Give Inmate Firefighters a Raise Moves Forward
The bill would bump inmate firefighter pay to a minimum of $19 per hour.
50 Pounds of Fentanyl Seized in Southern California; 3 Suspects Face Felony Charges
The suspects, including a brother-sister pair, were connected to a Mexican cartel, say Los Angeles County officials.
Surge in Prison Violence Prompts California Officials to Crack Down on Inmates
Three inmates were killed at separate prisons in one day last week. Restrictions won’t include lockdowns, but inmates’ movements will be limited.
Mistrial Declared in Case of California Judge Accused of Killing His Wife
The defense attorney said of his client: ‘He’s relieved, but ... he’s not spiking a football anywhere.’ Whether there will be a new trial is unclear.
Los Angeles DA Withdraws Recommendation Reducing Menendez Brothers’ Prison Sentence
Hochman said he believes that the brothers have not exhibited ‘full insight and complete responsibility’ for their crimes.
California Bill Would Limit Residents’ Ability to Use Deadly Force to Defend Their Property
The legislation states homicide is not justifiable when using ‘more force than was reasonably necessary.’
Los Angeles Detectives Recover More Than $4 Million in Stolen Retail Merchandise
In two separate busts, law enforcement recovered items intended to be sold at outlets such as Nordstrom, Macy’s, Target, and others.
