The Latest Breaking News from California

California cyclist dies after being bitten by venomous rattlesnake while on mountain ride

While about 7,000 to 8,000 venomous snake bites occur annually in the U.S., only a handful result in death

The Independent UK · Mar 12

Not long after Hegseth’s cringe-worthy PR stunt, another doomsday plane sighting causes panic

Another “doomsday plane”, specifically the E-6B Mercury, was spotted flying low over Fresno, California, on March 9, sparking public unease, especially since President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had indicated March 10 would be an incredibly intense day of bombing in Iran. 

The Mary Sue · Mar 12

US bishop’s airport escape attempt foiled as financial charges rock the church

Pope Leo XIV has officially accepted the resignation of Bishop Emmanuel Shaleta, the Chaldean Catholic bishop of San Diego, California, following Shaleta’s arrest on serious financial charges. This decision was announced by the Vatican on Tuesday, marking a significant development in the ongoing investigation.

The Mary Sue · Mar 12

White House Slams News Story About FBI Warning California Police Over Potential Iran Drone Strikes: 'Should Be Immediately Retracted'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt slammed ABC News over a story claiming that the FBI had warned police stations in California about the possibility that Iran could launch drone strikes from a boat near the West Coast.

Latin Times · Mar 12

Gov. Gavin Newsom Says California Is 'Prepared' Against Threat of Iran Drone Attack

California Governor Gavin Newsom reassures the public about the state's preparedness following an FBI memo on potential Iran drone attacks.

International Business Times UK · Mar 12

Karoline Leavitt dismisses Iranian drone attack warning sent to police in California

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The Independent UK · Mar 12

Iran's 'Surprise' Drone Attack Intel on California Triggers Tighter Security at 2026 Oscars

The 2026 Oscars are set to proceed with increased security measures following an FBI warning about a potential Iranian drone strike on California.

International Business Times UK · Mar 12

Winter heat wave will send temperatures into the 90s across Southern California

With spring still a week away, Southern California is seeing a burst of summerlike heat, and forecasters warn that it raises the risk of heat illness

The Independent UK · Mar 12

Kaiser Therapists Plan Strike Over Proposed AI Use, Chronic Understaffing

Regulators are again fining the health care giant for inadequate investment in mental health care.

Capital & Main · Mar 12

Could Iran Target California? Warfare Expert Warns Attack Could Come 'Any Second'

A former US Army drone warfare specialist says Iran has both the capability and the intent to launch deadly drone strikes on California, warning that the state is 'extremely vulnerable' after an FBI alert about a potential attack from the sea.

International Business Times UK · Mar 12