DOJ announces investigation into trans athletes in CA girls sports
The U.S. Department of Justice said the investigation is to determine whether the state is "engaging in a pattern or practice of discrimination on the basis of sex" by allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls high school sports.
Protesters clash over transgender rights | West Coast Wrap
Tempers flare outside Seattle City Hall with police making arrests as two groups of protesters clashed over transgender rights. It's an issue that's taken center stage in California as president Trump zeroed in on transgender athletes competing in women's sports and threatened to cut off federal funding.
More details come to light about deadly plane crash into San Diego homes
Tonight -- we'll continue our coverage of that deadly private plane crash in San Diego. The key factors federal investigators are zeroing in on as they try to figure out what led to the tragedy. And we'll highlight the heroic actions of neighbors who saved lives after that fiery crash into homes and cars. Plus -- visitors to Seattle's iconic space needle can now enjoy an even better view on the way to the top: what makes the landmark's new elevators so unique.
Music exec killed in plane crash into San Diego neighborhood
Tonight, as fire season begins to ramp up across the West, we're getting an up-close look at the intense work being done by crews in Arizona to slow the spread of a growing wildfire; the tools they're using to put out the flames. Plus -- we'll continue our coverage of that deadly plane crash in a San Diego neighborhood: what we're learning about the people who were killed and analysis from an aviation expert on the factors that may have led to the tragedy.
ICE at Phoenix immigration court | West Coast Wrap
A chaotic scene outside an immigration court in Phoenix on Wednesday as ICE agents took people into custody. A number of protesters confronted those agents with tempers flaring. We talk about what we learned about the alleged undocumented immigrants who were detained.
Fertility Clinic Bombing in Palm Springs | West Coast Wrap
More coverage of the fertility clinic bombing in Palm Springs. The suspect's father is speaking out on why he thinks his son was not a terrorist. Newly released bodycam video shows what police officers faced when they got to the scene of a mass shooting in Las Vegas. What investigators think happened that prevented more people from getting hurt.
Firefighter spends 4 hours biking to work | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- we're tracking that out-of-control wildfire in Arizona that continues to expand forcing evacuations. Coming up, we're monitoring the weather situation in the fire zone. Dangerous wind gusts are expected to ramp up again this weekend. Plus, talk about a tough commute. We'll introduce you to the firefighter here in the West who spends four hours riding his bike to work.
Menendez brothers resentencing | West Coast Wrap
In a major ruling in the Menendez brothers' case, a judge ruled on Tuesday to resentence the convicted killers, giving them a chance for parole. A legal analyst joins us to give the latest on this compelling saga.
Priests fight new law requiring sexual abuse reporting learned during confession | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- as the world celebrates a new pope leaders of the Catholic Church in Washington State are waging a fight against a new law that requires clergy to report sexual abuse they learn about during confession. Why do church leaders believe this infringes on freedom of religion and what could happen to Catholic priests who follow the law? And we'll get back to the Menendez Brothers' push for freedom. After a series of delays and legal fights, a judge cleared the way for their resentencing hearing next week. Coming up -- hear from their relatives and attorneys about what they expect will come next.
Americans react to the news of newest pope, Pope Leo | West Coast Wrap
Tonight, people from the Pacific Northwest to Southern California across the West celebrate Pope Leo's election on the 14th. Coming up -- why so many Catholics are hopeful about the man chosen to lead the church and the message they're taking away from the pontiff's first speech. Plus -- a special gift for two single moms in Arizona that comes just in time for Mother's Day; why having a reliable way to get around is life-changing.
Former officers acquitted in beating death of Tyre Nichols
Three former Memphis police officers were cleared of all state charges stemming from the 2023 beating death of Tyre Nichols. The killing sparked protests in cities across the nation.
Arrests at campus demonstrations | West Coast Wrap
Growing unrest on college campuses across the West. Police moved in to make arrests as protesters took over a building and set fires. We'll take a look at what sparked these demonstrations.
Intentional road rage | West Coast Wrap
Authorities in Oregon are searching for a hit-and-run driver who they say intentionally swerved into a motorcyclist along a busy freeway leaving them with serious injuries. We have more on the dispute behind this terrifying crash.
7 killed in fiery crash near Yellowstone National Park | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- a young man convicted of taking part in the beating death of an Arizona teenager at a party learns his punishment: how long he'll spend behind bars and what he told the court. Plus -- restoring dignity to inmates as they visit with their loved ones behind bars. Coming up -- the groundbreaking program launched at one Colorado jail that starts with a change of clothing. And, several were killed when a tour van crashed near Yellowstone in Idaho.
Drop in shipments tied to Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- ports across the West are bracing for a major slowdown starting next week. Coming up -- a business expert joins us live to explain how the Trump Administration's steep tariffs on Chinese goods are leading to a sharp drop in shipments. Plus -- if you're waiting on an Amazon package, look up! Today the online retail giant launched drone delivery in one Arizona community. How quickly the company promises to have those packages on people's doorsteps.
