California Poised For November Showdown Over Death Penalty
Nearly 750 convicted killers are sitting on the nation's largest death row, but no one has been executed in California in a decade because of ongoing legal challenges.
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Nearly 750 convicted killers are sitting on the nation's largest death row, but no one has been executed in California in a decade because of ongoing legal challenges.
Sirhan, 71, will be eligible for another parole hearing in five years.
Seventy-three-year-old Samuel Little faces life in prison without the possibility of parole if convicted of the killings.
The chief prosecutor for Los Angeles County urged voters on Monday to uphold the death penalty in California on the upcoming November ballot.
Brent Zubek, 43, pleaded not guilty to two counts of capital murder in the shooting deaths of 40-year-old John David Lee and Oletta Jean Williams, 28.
California's top judge says the state's capital punishment system is "not effective" and needs an overhaul that the state cannot afford.
A report says California is having a tough time recruiting lawyers for post-conviction challenges, leading to long delays for those on death row who are waiting for an attorney.
The fire broke out at around 12:20 p.m. at the complex of two-story buildings located in the 4000 block of Penn Mar Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
Hunter Biden was convicted in June of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a revolver in 2018 and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Matthew Stafford passed for two fourth-quarter touchdowns, Kyren Williams rushed for 104 yards and a score, and the Los Angeles Rams beat New Orleans 21-14 to hand interim Saints coach Darren Rizzi his first loss.
Rookie Tarheeb Still returned an interception 61 yards for a touchdown, his second pick of the game and one of four thrown by Atlanta quarterback Kirk Cousins as the Los Angeles Chargers handed the first-place Falcons their third straight loss, 17-13.
Democrats and some former Trump officials criticized President-elect Donald Trump's announcement that he wants Kash Patel to be FBI director.
The fire broke out at around 12:20 p.m. at the complex of two-story buildings located in the 4000 block of Penn Mar Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
Hunter Biden was convicted in June of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a revolver in 2018 and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Democrats and some former Trump officials criticized President-elect Donald Trump's announcement that he wants Kash Patel to be FBI director.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Massad Boulos for senior adviser on Middle Eastern affairs. The Lebanese billionaire is his youngest daughter's father-in-law.
Evacuation warnings are lifted after a brush fire on a hillside between Jurupa Valley and Fontana breaks out Thursday night, burning 254 acres.
The fire broke out at around 12:20 p.m. at the complex of two-story buildings located in the 4000 block of Penn Mar Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
An investigation was underway Sunday after a man was fatally shot in a driveway in Lancaster.
It's the busiest travel day of the year, and if you're planning to head home after the Thanksgiving holiday, be prepared for long lines and delays.
An investigation was underway in the city of Vernon after a man was found dead near railroad tracks.
The incident occurred at around 7:40 p.m. outside of a home in the 15000 block of Haskins Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Firefighters in Orange County took one person to the hospital after a traffic collision and police shooting near the 57 Freeway in Brea.
A staple of Thanksgiving celebrations in Orange County will not happen for the first time in nearly 40 years, as owners of the beloved La Casa Garcia restaurant made a tough decision to temporarily suspend the event that has fed thousands.
No one was seriously injured.
The historic fountain at the center of a roundabout in Orange was hit by yet another driver over the weekend, marking just another incident in a string that dates back years.
It happened just before 9 p.m. on Saturday in the 2000 block of S. Wood Street, according to the Santa Ana Police Department.
"The methamphetamine was determined to be transported for the purpose of sales," SBSD deputies said.
Deputies arrested three people on suspicion of soliciting, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
It happened on Wednesday at around 6:30 p.m. on Murrieta Hot Springs Road near Calle Del Lago, according to the Murrieta Police Department.
Evacuation warnings are lifted after a brush fire on a hillside between Jurupa Valley and Fontana breaks out Thursday night, burning 284 acres by Saturday morning.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has released a new plan to protect the state's iconic Joshua trees, which are imperiled by wildfires, human development and climate change.
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022.
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
Hunter Biden was convicted in June of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a revolver in 2018 and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Democrats and some former Trump officials criticized President-elect Donald Trump's announcement that he wants Kash Patel to be FBI director.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Massad Boulos for senior adviser on Middle Eastern affairs. The Lebanese billionaire is his youngest daughter's father-in-law.
Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California said there's "a lot of reason for concern" for the second Trump administration "if the first administration is any indicator."
The National Weather Service said Sunday that "travel could be difficult to impossible" in places where ongoing snowfall is forecast through the beginning of the week.
Hunter Biden was convicted in June of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a revolver in 2018 and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Democrats and some former Trump officials criticized President-elect Donald Trump's announcement that he wants Kash Patel to be FBI director.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Massad Boulos for senior adviser on Middle Eastern affairs. The Lebanese billionaire is his youngest daughter's father-in-law.
Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California said there's "a lot of reason for concern" for the second Trump administration "if the first administration is any indicator."
To do so, current FBI Director Chris Wray would have to voluntarily vacate the position or be fired by President-elect Trump.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Public health officials are urging residents and business owners to monitor their water sources after seven people reported contracting Legionnaire's Disease in recent days.
The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Public health officials have reported two more locally acquired cases of the mosquito borne illness dengue in Los Angeles County, bringing the total to 11 cases in recent weeks.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Avid coin collectors jumped at the chance to get their hands on a rare "double eagle" gold coin at a Southern California auction house.
Los Angeles County is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
Two more members of the Los Angeles Times editorial board have resigned after the newspaper's owner blocked its plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
Thousands of mental health workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities spanning across Southern California went on strike on Monday, calling for increased pay and restored pension plans, amid other demands.
Matthew Stafford passed for two fourth-quarter touchdowns, Kyren Williams rushed for 104 yards and a score, and the Los Angeles Rams beat New Orleans 21-14 to hand interim Saints coach Darren Rizzi his first loss.
Rookie Tarheeb Still returned an interception 61 yards for a touchdown, his second pick of the game and one of four thrown by Atlanta quarterback Kirk Cousins as the Los Angeles Chargers handed the first-place Falcons their third straight loss, 17-13.
Dejan Joveljic scored his fifth goal of the playoffs in the 86th minute and the LA Galaxy advanced to the MLS Cup final for the first time since 2014 with a 1-0 victory over the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference final.
Lou Carnesecca, the legendary St. John's basketball coach and New York sports icon, has died at age 99.
Anze Kopitar, Trevor Moore and Kevin Fiala each had a goal and an assist, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Ottawa Senators 5-2 for their season-high third consecutive win.
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld were first linked in the spring of 2023 when they were photographed dining together in New York City.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
The bar opened in 2022, just a few months ahead of the reality TV pop culture moment known as "Scandoval," which revealed that "Vanderpump Rules" star Tom Sandoval had an affair with castmate Rachel Leviss, the close friend of his girlfriend, Ariana Madix.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
There is no rain in sight this week with a pleasant start to December. Alex Biston reports.
At LAX, travelers are facing bumper-to-bumper traffic. Alys Martinez reports.
Joy Benedict reports from Rialto, where friends, family and community members joined a vigil for the two young girls that were killed in a crash with a suspected drunk driver last weekend.
The fire broke out at a tire shop in the 7200 block of Avalon Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies are investigating a shooting that happened in Compton on Saturday.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
The Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series in Game 5 in a 7-6 win over the New York Yankees
