Silicosis Crisis: 600 California Workers Affected, 31 Deaths Reported

Nearly 600 California stone workers diagnosed with silicosis; 31 fatalities and 65 lung transplants underscore urgent need for regulatory action.

Man Convicted of Hammer Attack on SF Woman

Christian Plummer attacked a woman at her apartment door while wearing a mask. Surveillance video captured him swinging the hammer at...

Teen’s Guilty Plea in La Jolla Sea Lion Attack Sparks Legal Action

Tyler Muehl, 18, pleads guilty to kicking a sea lion at La Jolla Cove. Faces reduced penalty under plea deal; sentencing...

West Jordan House Fire Leaves Man Critical, Damages Car and Garage

West Jordan blaze critically injures man found outside burning home; garage and nearby vehicle suffer significant damage as investigation continues.

Fox attacks woman and girl in Worcester

A 6-year-old girl and a woman were bitten in separate incidents just a block apart. Police killed a fox but don’t...

71-Year-Old Arrested for Child Abuse Material

Cheshire police executed a search warrant at his home after a cybertip led to the investigation. Read More

Mayor and Vice Mayor Face Fraud Charges in Two States

Mayor Brian DePeña of Massachusetts and Vice Mayor Mickens of Mississippi charged with fraud; accused of misusing funds and manipulating contracts.

Man arrested after DUI crash kills 83-year-old

A Turlock man is accused of driving into oncoming traffic on Sycamore Street in Merced County. He fled the scene but...

18-Year-Old Faces Prison for Kicking Protected Sea Lion in San Diego

Tyler Muehl, 18, pleads guilty to kicking a sea lion at La Jolla Cove. The viral act violates federal laws, risking...

Johnston Man, 20, Charged With Child Porn

Ryan Lees was arrested Thursday morning by state police. He’s being held on $5,000 bail with internet restrictions. Read More