A California man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after admitting to shipping weapons and ammunition to North Korea that he said were to be used for a surprise attack on South Korea, authorities said Tuesday.

Here's what we know about the bill that allows a nonrelative to become a caregiver without the consent of the parents.

American Airlines is adding a new nonstop flight between Charlotte and Palm Springs International Airport, the California airport announced Monday. The seasonal service will run on Saturdays from Dec. 20 through April 18, 2026. Flights will operate on a 172-seat Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

Other Democratic lawmakers have joined a colleague in staying at the Texas Capitol rather than accept around-the-clock police escorts meant to prevent them from blocking a vote on a Republican plan for redrawing congressional districts.

A California resident has tested positive for the plague. Health officials believe the person was bitten by an infected flea in the South Lake Tahoe area.

Juan Jose Pesina Jr. is accused of committing eight felonies while on duty. A court document says he failed to turn on his body-worn camera.

Republicans in the Texas House forced returning Democrats to around-the-clock surveillance by state Department of Public Safety officers to leave the floor.

Out of the 25 freeways that made their final ranking, the beast sometimes known as the Santa Monica Freeway was “tops” in three painful categories: most fatal crashes, lowest average speed and most delays. A trifecta of torment!

A large organized retail theft ring targeting T.J. Maxx stores in the Bay Area and other California locations was broken up, with multiple suspects arrested in San Jose and several others still being sought.