California to rename César Chávez Day as Farmworkers Day following sex allegations

California legislators announced Thursday they intend to rename César Chávez Day as Farmworkers Day in light of sexual abuse allegations against the Latino civil rights leader.

Trump order to restart CA pipeline sparks legal battle
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We are learning more this week from California officials after the Trump administration invoked the Defense Production Act to order an oil company to restart shuttered offshore operations in the state. The Trump admin is arguing that the move is necessary to address oil supply disruption risks and reduce reliance on foreign crude. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX Senior National Correspondent, William La Jeunesse, who is out in Santa Barbara with reaction from California lawmakers like Gavin Newsom. 

Dolores Huerta issues statement amid César Chávez scandal: 'My silence ends here'

Dolores Huerta issued a statement alleging past abuse by labor leader César Chávez, saying she remained silent for decades to protect the farmworker movement.

Alleged Iranian drone threat from offshore vessels
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The FBI has reportedly issued a bulletin to California police departments warning of a potential Iranian plot to launch unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) against the U.S. West Coast. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with National Security Analyst, Hal Kempfer, as the FBI says it has "no additional information on the timing, method, target, or perpetrators of this alleged attack." 

Disneyland hazmat situation sends several cast members to the hospital

Several Disneyland cast members were transported to local hospitals for evaluation following a hazardous materials incident at the theme park on Tuesday.

1 arrested, 2 at large after burglary at Rachel Zoe's Bel Air home

Rachel Zoe’s LA home was burglarized over the weekend while she was in Las Vegas. One suspect was taken into custody, while two others are at large, officials said.

LISTEN: Britney Spears arrest dispatch audio released

Singer Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County for suspected DUI after she was allegedly spotted by CHP officers speeding and weaving in her BMW Wednesday night.

Britney Spears arrested for alleged DUI in California

Singer Britney Spears was arrested by the California Highway Patrol on suspicion of driving under the influence in Ventura County late Wednesday night.

Mother dies shielding her child from three dogs

Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.

Heidi Montag discusses ‘The Masked Singer,’ husband Spencer Pratt’s run for LA mayor

Reality star Heidi Montag was unmasked on “The Masked Singer." She talked about her experience on the show, losing her home in the LA wildfires, and why she backs her husband Spencer Pratt for LA mayor.

LAUSD headquarters, Superintendent's home raided
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We are getting the latest information this afternoon after federal authorities descended upon multiple Los Angeles locations earlier in the day. The agents executed search warrants at both the primary administrative offices of the nation's second-largest school district and the private residence of its top official, Alberto Carvalho. Carvalho has served as the leader of LAUSD since February 2022 and was recently re-appointed to the position in September 2025. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Nic Garcia from our partners at FOX 11 Los Angeles, who is on the ground with the latest information out of California. 

Two men die in separate incidents at premier Tahoe-area ski resort

A man from California and a man from Michigan died in separate incidents at a premiere Tahoe-area ski resort last week.

Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents

At his arraignment on Monday, Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty to murder for the killing of actor-director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner in December 2025.

Three engineers charged with allegedly stealing Google trade secrets and sending them to Iran

The engineers allegedly stole confidential information, including Google trade secrets and transferred the sensitive data to Iran and other places, according to the Department of Justice.