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Iconic SoCal bookstores Vroman's and Book Soup have found a new owner

The beloved bookstores have been searching for a buyer for two years, ever since owner Joel Sheldon, whose family has helmed Vroman's for more than a century, announced his retirement in 2024.

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DUI drivers face increased penalties under new laws signed by Newsom

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed four bills that would increase penalties against DUI drivers in California.

Mayor Bass and challenger Raman each raise about $2.5 million in campaign funds

The two mayoral hopefuls were effectively neck and neck as they pulled in donations of up to $1,800 while also tapping the city's pool of taxpayer matching funds.

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Westlake data center temporary restraining order expires

A judge allowed a temporary restraining order on a proposed Westlake data center to expire, pushing the legal debate involving nearby Keller residents to an Oct. 23 hearing as Texas political candidates debate statewide regulations.

WATCH: The annual Fat Bear Week tournament is underway

Mike Fitz, resident naturalist for Explore.org, breaks down the competition where people vote for the fattest bear of the year.