Most Californians believe higher education should be a top priority for the new governor and support increased funding for public colleges and universities, according to a new survey by the Public Policy Institute of California.

As the state’s public higher education system struggles to recover...

Three major fires are raging throughout California, forcing evacuations and leaving a destructive path.

The Woolsey fire has ravaged parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, including Malibu, Westlake Village and Thousand Oaks while pushing into the San Fernando Valley. Three deaths have been...

In a grim sign for the Northern California utility giant, Pacific Gas & Electric Co. said Wednesday that if it is deemed responsible for the fire that destroyed much of Paradise, the liability would exceed its insurance coverage.

The cause of California’s most destructive and deadliest wildfire...

When the Camp fire barreled toward this Sierra foothill town last Thursday morning, officials had a crucial choice to make right way: How much of Paradise should be evacuated?

The decision was complicated by history and topography. Paradise sits on a hilltop and is hemmed in by canyons, with only...

California State University trustees on Wednesday approved plans to add 21,000 more students and boost efforts to improve graduation rates — without raising tuition — in the next academic year.

Trustees, wrapping up a two-day meeting in Long Beach, approved a $7.3-billion operating budget for 2019-20,...

The grim search for victims of California’s deadliest fire continued Wednesday as firefighters made progress in containing the Camp fire that burned the town of Paradise.

The fire has killed at least 56 people, destroyed more than 10,300 structures and scorched 138,000 acres in Butte County. It...

Michael Avenatti, the lawyer for porn actress Stormy Daniels, has been arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of domestic violence, police said.

The celebrity attorney was arrested around 2 p.m. Wednesday in the 10000 block of Santa Monica Boulevard based on allegations stemming from an incident...

The Camp and Woolsey fires in California have claimed at least 50 lives. Here are some of their stories.

Thanksgiving break came early for thousands of students in California, but the days off were no cause for celebration. Three school districts in Ventura and Los Angeles counties have closed to make repairs and clean up after the Woolsey fire swept through the area.

No public school campus was directly...

After a tough week in Southern California, the Los Angeles Lakers are joining the relief efforts.

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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James discusses passing legend Wilt Chamberlain for 5th on the NBA's all-time scoring list.

As the Woolsey Fire in Los Angeles and Ventura counties continues to burn, hundreds of animals have died and countless more have been displaced. From pets to livestock to wildlife, animals are in need of help.

The Borderline shooting has an impact on how people act. Lolita Lopez reports for NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2018.

Survivors and families of victims of the Borderline Bar shooting share their stories and cope with a new reality. John Cádiz Klemack and Ted Chen report for NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2018.

Just dial 211 to hear evacuation information, but also to get assistance from nonprofits. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News at 5 Nov. 14, 2018.

A man says his home can withstand a fire. He rebuilt it to be shaped like an "upside down pool" after losing his home to a wildfire in 2007. Vikki Vargas reports for the NBC4 News at 5 Nov. 14, 2018.

Multiple fires have originated in homeless encampments in Southern California. Eric Leonard and the I-Team report for the NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2018.

Many of the children affected by the Woolsey Fire are getting a welcome escape from the disaster thanks to a local sports academy. Kim Baldonado reports for NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2018.

Michael Avenatti, the attorney representing Stormy Daniels in her legal battle with President Donald Trump, was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of domestic violence.

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The red flag fire danger warning has now been lifted in the City of Los Angeles, but over the last few days while it was in effect, the City had promised to try to reduce the danger of new brush fires by sending...

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A man says his home can withstand a fire. He rebuilt it to be shaped like an "upside down pool" after losing his home to a wildfire in 2007. Vikki Vargas reports for the NBC4 News at 5 Nov. 14, 2018.

Just dial 211 to hear evacuation information, but also to get assistance from nonprofits. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News at 5 Nov. 14, 2018.

Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali star in "Green Book." An unlikely pair are tasked with traveling through the deep south of 1962, with the Green Book as their guide.

Friends and family said their final goodbye to Cody Coffman, a 22-year-old who was one of the victims of the Borderline Bar shooting.

A public health emergency was declared in California Wednesday as crews to the northern and southern regions of the state battle deadly fires.

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A Street Fair, a "snowfall," and other seasonal goings-on will fill DTB on the Saturday ahead of Thanksgiving.

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For people interested in helping victims of the Southern California fires, NBC4 has put together a list of resources showing you how you can help and where you can donate.

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Some people escaping the danger and destruction of fires in Ventura and Los Angeles counties are seeking refuge in San Diego County.

The "Saved by the Bell"-inspired pop-up restaurant is throwing a New Year's Eve bash with a throwback vibe.

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Breakfast with Santa and other merry to-dos are on their sleigh-way to San Jose.

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The death toll in California's devastating November wildfires continued to grow with the discovery of a body in a burned house in Southern California's Woolsey Fire zone.

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It's the 13th annual event, which will take to 6th Street, and Koreatown, in memory of the food-famous icon.

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A brush fire erupted Tuesday night threatening homes on the border of Fontana and Rialto.

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The Woolsey Fire began Thursday in the hills of eastern Ventura County and burned into Los Angeles County, destroying homes and other buildings on its way toward the ocean. Use these maps to see how the...

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Jason Coffman didn't plan out what he was going to say when he spoke Tuesday night at a vigil for his son Cody, who was killed last week when a shooter opened fire in the Borderline Bar in Thousand Oaks. But the

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A brush fire erupted in San Bernardino Tuesday night on the border of Fontana and Rialto and grew rapidly, threatening homes.

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Mourners gathered Tuesday to mourn the loss of the 12 victims of the Borderline Bar & Grill shooting. They came out to a growing memorial, each victim's name and picture on a cross.
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A hit-and-run crash killed a father as he was driving his pregnant wife to the hospital to give birth to the couple's third child in Menifee Monday. Soon after, a baby girl was born without a father, and...

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A bizarre brawl broke out in an Orange County McDonald's after a woman went into the employee area, demanded ketchup, and allegedly started choking an employee when she was told to leave, the Santa Ana...

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Growing fears over potentially toxic and radioactive ash and smoke from the Woolsey Fire are prompting calls for an independent investigation of the fire and fallout.

Sheriff's deputies are searching for looters breaking into homes damaged by the fire. Gene Kang reports for NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Nov. 13, 2018.

If you didn’t lose your home, these fires are a startling reminder of the importance of being properly insured.In fact, advocacy group United Policyholders says two-thirds of wildfire victims are under-insured...

A husband and wife we separated by the flames as evacuations were ordered in the Woolsey Fire. NBC4 crews checked on the man's wife for her. Patrick Healy reports for the NBC4 News at 5 Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

The animals are still in shelters as a result of the Woolsey Fire, many whose owners are still unknown. Ted Chen reports for the NBC4 News on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

Not only are people in Thousand Oaks coping with the tremendous loss from Borderline, they are also dealing homes and businesses in their area being damaged. Lolita Lopez reports for the NBC4 News on Monday...

The Ventura County Sheriff's Office announced that people searching for lost items from the night of Nov. 7 should contact the Thousand Oaks Assistance Center, located at 625 W. Hillcrest Dr. in Thousand Oaks.

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