California Car Accident News & Updates
Timely editorial coverage of significant California incidents and traffic impacts. A significant incident from the live feed may become a News & Updates article once enough reliable information exists — minor incidents remain feed and map entries only.
One Killed in Rollover Crash That Closed Northbound 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks
A multi-vehicle crash on the rain-slick northbound 405 Freeway near the 101 interchange in Sherman Oaks killed one person early Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, and shut all northbound lanes for about five hours.
LAPD Arrests Suspect in South Los Angeles Hit-and-Run That Killed 16-Year-Old in Crosswalk
Los Angeles police say a woman suspected of driving the car that killed a 16-year-old boy and seriously injured his 14-year-old sister in a South L.A. crosswalk is in custody. Police are still looking for others connected to the case.
Woman Killed, 3-Month-Old Airlifted After Suspected DUI Crash With Big Rig on Highway 145 in Madera County
The California Highway Patrol says a 32-year-old Madera woman died after her car crossed into the path of a big rig near Highway 145 and Avenue 10 late Thursday. Alcohol is suspected as a factor, and a 3-month-old was flown to a hospital as a precaution.
San Francisco Police Arrest San Rafael Man in Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed Scooter Rider
San Francisco police say a 39-year-old San Rafael man was taken into custody in the Oct. 24 hit-and-run death of a man riding a motorized scooter at Franklin and Pine streets. He was arrested on suspicion of hit-and-run causing death and vehicular manslaughter.
LAPD Arrests Driver in September Hit-and-Run That Killed 16-Year-Old in South Los Angeles
The LAPD says a 28-year-old woman was arrested Oct. 28 in connection with a Sept. 22 hit-and-run at 60th Street and 10th Avenue that killed a 16-year-old boy and critically injured his sister.
Car Drops From Riverside Drive Overcrossing Onto 134 Freeway, One Injured, Lanes Closed for Hours
A sedan went off the Riverside Drive overcrossing and landed upside down on the eastbound Ventura (134) Freeway early Friday, injuring one person and closing multiple lanes until about 7:30 a.m., according to CHP and LAPD information.
Fillmore Motorcyclist Killed in Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer on State Route 126
A 40-year-old Fillmore man died Tuesday evening, Oct. 27, after a motorcycle crash on State Route 126 east of Wells Road in Ventura County. The roadway stayed closed until early Wednesday while the CHP investigated.
CHP Seeks Driver Who Fled Fatal Rollover Crash on 14 Freeway in Santa Clarita
The California Highway Patrol is asking for the public's help finding the driver of a Kia who left on foot after an Oct. 8 multi-vehicle crash on the northbound 14 Freeway in Santa Clarita that killed a 28-year-old man.
Two Cyclists Killed in Montclair Hit-and-Run During Halloween Group Ride; Driver Arrested on Suspicion of DUI
Two bicyclists died after a driver struck members of a roughly 30-person Halloween group ride in Montclair on Saturday night and fled, Montclair police said. A 38-year-old man was arrested early Sunday on suspicion of DUI causing death, felony hit-and-run and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.
Two Cyclists Killed, Two Hurt When Driver Hits Halloween Bike Ride in Montclair; Suspected DUI Driver Arrested
Montclair police say a driver struck several riders in a group of about 30 cyclists on Kingsley Street Saturday night and fled. Two riders died, and a 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of DUI and felony hit-and-run.
Pedestrian Killed After Being Hit by Car on Westbound Highway 180 in Fresno
A man died Monday morning, October 26, 2026, after being struck by a car on westbound Highway 180 near Cedar Avenue in Fresno, according to the CHP. Traffic was slowed in the area during the investigation.
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Northbound I-15 at Clairemont Mesa in San Diego
A fatal multi-vehicle crash shut down all northbound lanes of I-15 at Clairemont Mesa in San Diego early Monday, October 26, 2026. The CHP diverted traffic onto the SR-52 connector road during the investigation.
Two Dead After Minivan Hits Semi-Truck on 210 Freeway in Rialto; Survivor Detained for Possible DUI
Two people died early Sunday when a minivan struck the back of a semi-truck on the eastbound 210 Freeway in Rialto, according to the CHP. Investigators said one survivor was taken into custody for possible DUI.
