A father and son are expected to face federal kidnapping charges after zip-tying and holding two U.S. Forest Service employees at gunpoint for over 12 hours near Mt. Shasta, Northern California, before surrendering.
Charges against a radiologist accused of attempting to kill his family in 2023 by driving off a cliff have been dismissed after he completed a two-year mental health diversion program. A judge was legally required to dismiss the charges upon completion of the program.
Charges against a radiologist accused of attempting to kill his family in 2023 by driving his car off a cliff have been dismissed by a San Mateo County judge after he completed a two-year mental health diversion program.
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake in California, a 7.2-magnitude quake in Japan, and two powerful tremors in Venezuela occurred within hours. Experts deny a global link, citing coincidence, but confirm the Venezuela quakes were related, with 188 confirmed dead.
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake, the strongest in Northern California since 1940, struck Mendocino County near Willits at 8:10 a.m. PT. The quake, centered inland at a shallow depth, caused widespread shaking but no major damage or injuries were immediately reported. Aftershocks are expected to be minor.
Three powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, Japan, and northern California on Thursday, causing fatalities and damage in Venezuela, while Japan and California reported no immediate injuries or major damage. Experts confirmed the seismic events were unrelated.
An 18-year-old suspect, Bradley Scott Sayer, fatally shot two men at a Northern California library after retrieving a shotgun from his car. He was apprehended within minutes and had a "natural selection" shirt, referencing the Columbine massacre.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library in Northern California resulted in two fatalities. An 18-year-old suspect, Bradley Scott Sayer, was arrested shortly after fleeing the scene. A child sustained a minor injury.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library in Northern California on Monday left two people dead and a child with a minor injury. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after fleeing the scene, and authorities believe they acted alone. The motive remains unknown.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library in Northern California on Monday left two people dead and a child with a minor injury. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after fleeing the scene, and authorities believe they acted alone. The motive remains unknown.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library on Monday resulted in two fatalities. The suspect fled the scene but was apprehended by law enforcement. A child sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized. The police stated there is no ongoing public threat and are investigating the motive.
A woman has died after becoming trapped in a 20-foot well in the Fruitland Ridge area of Humboldt County, Northern California. Authorities responded to a 911 call on Wednesday, and rescue teams worked to free her. The circumstances of how she ended up in the well are unclear but not considered suspicious.
A California resident was diagnosed with Rickettsia lanei, a rare tick-borne bacterial infection, in April. This marks the third case in the state and fourth globally, with potential for severe outcomes like gangrene and death. Health officials urge prompt treatment with doxycycline for suspected cases.
Northern California's smaller towns offer retirees a blend of modest housing costs, Gold Rush heritage, and a slower pace of life. Ten locations, including Ukiah, Oroville, and Grass Valley, are highlighted for their unique community routines, access to nature, and peaceful environments.
The SETI Institute has announced that extensive radio scans of an interstellar comet have revealed no signs of alien technology. The comet, the third known object from another star to enter our solar system, was observed by SETI's telescope in Northern California.
Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor who played a crucial role in shaping "Star Wars," has died at 80. Despite her significant contributions, she often downplayed her role, attributing the film's success to George Lucas's imagination. She also worked on "Taxi Driver" and "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore."
A Northern California animal rescue, Miranda's Rescue, is under investigation after authorities found eight dogs shot and buried on its property. Investigators allege the rescue engaged in felony animal abuse, cruelty, fraud, and conspiracy, potentially for financial gain. Shelters have severed ties with the rescue.
PS5, Xbox, PC, Switch 2; Annapurna InteractiveThe nostalgic antics of a trio of tenacious teens make for silly yet undeniably enjoyable gameplay, framed by a playlist of bona fide bangersThe older we get, the more we tend to romanticise our teenage years. As bills pile up, we yearn for the simple days of drinking cider in parks. We often tend to forget the bad parts: the frustrating lack of autonomy, the unrequited crushes and the doofuses you’re forced to tolerate in the playground. But after four hours spent hanging out with the pretentious teens in Mixtape, I felt pretty relieved to be in my 30s.Set in a nondescript town in northern California, Mixtape follows the exploits of tenacious trio Rockford, Slater and Cassandra as they head to a legendary party on their last day of high school. With Rockford about to leave her friends to move to the big city, she wants to immortalise the gang’s time together in musical form. Every song on a carefully curated mixtape triggers a totally tubular flashback to one of their shared memories. Continue reading...
