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What's with the AI action figure trend and how can I create my own?
Social media users have been uploading photos of themselves to AI tools to see what they’d look like as dolls or action figures.
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Why Luke McFarlane & Olivia Westbrooks love their new Hallmark series
Luke McFarlane and Olivia Westbrooks join Jessica Vilchis in the studio to talk about their new Hallmark+ series, “Home is Where the Heart Is,” where McFarlane uses his expert woodworking skills and Westbrooks’ interior design prowess to change the lives of deserving families by tackling home makeover projects.
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Actor Evan Holtzman talks star-studded war drama “Warfare”
Rising star Evan Holtzman joins California Live’s Jessica Vilchis to share behind-the-scenes stories from A24’s gritty new action thriller “Warfare,” plus what it was like working with director Alex Garland and a powerhouse cast.
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See why the vinyl vibes are alive and well at Amoeba Music
At San Francisco’s legendary Amoeba Music, the vinyl revival is in full swing, and we dove into the action. From seasoned collectors to curious newcomers, we talked to visitors digging through the stacks, discovering the magic of physical music and the thrill of finding that perfect record.
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From Bunny Baskets to Cheesecake Eggs: Easter DIY Ideas You'll Love
Looking for fun ways to elevate your Easter table? From beautiful table décor to creative sweet treats, lifestyle expert Maria Provenzano stops by California Live with her favorite simple and stylish DIY ideas to make your Easter celebration one-of-a-kind.
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“Boat Baby”: A Powerful Story of Survival, Sacrifice & the American Dream
NBC News Anchor Vicky Nguyen opens up about her parents’ daring escape from Vietnam, growing up Vietnamese-American, and how her new book, “Boat Baby”, celebrates family, identity, and the American dream. Vicky will be discussing “Boat Baby” on April 10th at 6 pm at Zibby’s Bookshop in Santa Monica.
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Coffee, Plants & Bunnies? This Solana beach café has it all
Amber Pfister visits Grange Garden, the viral café that’s part coffee shop, part plant store, and home to a few adorable, furry friends. She meets founder Melissa Biggs Clark to explore the Solana Beach space and discover the inspiration behind its one-of-a-kind concept.
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Miller High Life to release vinyl record full of beer to honor dive bars
Miller High Life has taken its dive bar roots and spun them into something unexpected: a vinyl record filled with beer.
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What does your April horoscope reveal?
According to astrologer Stephanie Campos, April’s astrology delivers a welcome shift after a period of retrograde-induced turbulence. Expect a month of clarity and renewed energy, with each zodiac sign experiencing these planetary shifts uniquely.
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We're tackling America's happiness slump on the streets of LA
California Live correspondent Paul Costabile frolics around Los Angeles’ Echo Park and Silverlake neighborhoods to spread smiles amidst the new 2025 World Happiness Report, where the United States dropped to its lowest-ever ranking at 24th place. Can small acts of kindness and gestures of joy save the day?
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Catching up with actress Elodie Yung
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis sits down with actress Elodie Yung to talk about season four of the hit show “The Cleaning Lady” and reports she could reprise her role as ‘Elektra’ in the MCU.
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Meet the California couple on a mission to give farm animals a second chance
California Live correspondent Amber Pfister visits Martha’s Farm Animal Sanctuary in Buellton, where the husband-and-wife team behind the remarkable refuge shares how they transformed their lives to provide safe, peaceful homes for abandoned and at-risk farm animals.
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Would you change your name? On ‘Name Yourself Day,' you can re-invent yourself
Today marks a lighthearted but thought-provoking holiday that encourages people to adopt a new name to reflect on identity and self-perception.
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These 5 products can help you get the best sleep of your life
It’s National Stress Awareness Month, and one way to reduce stress is to get better sleep! Style & beauty editor Marianne Mychaskiw stops by California Live with 5 products that can help you wake up refreshed and rejuvenated.
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Actor & comedian Tone Bell talks new season of “Survival of the Thickest”
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis sits down with Tone Bell to chat about season two of the hit Netflix series, “Survival of the Thickest,” starring Michelle Buteau. Tone also talks about his comedy tour and his upcoming stand-up special.
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Celebrate National Empanada Day at Irvine's ‘Habana'
California Live correspondent Laila Muhammad visits Habana at the Irvine Spectrum, a restaurant that celebrates Cuban culinary traditions. Executive Chef Miguel Quintero demonstrates how to create the perfect handmade empanadas.
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What does ‘glazing' mean? Everything to know about the slang
If your kid says you’re “glazing,” here’s what they’re referring to.
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Man loses 132 pounds by eating a Chick-fil-A salad for lunch every day
Alarmed by his weight and the toll it was taking on his health, Tom Carroll lost 132 pounds in a unique way: eating a Chick-fil-A salad every day.
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Woman shares how a mistake on her birth certificate led to her unusual name
Nine Morrison can always count on the story of how she got her name to fill an awkward silence. “My name is Nine, like the number, which is actually short for Loranine, which is actually Lorraine misspelled on my birth certificate,” Morrison, 34, captioned a TikTok video. When Morrison was born in 1991, she says a medical records clerk accidentally…
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Are you in your ‘flop era'? All about the teen slang phrase
Who’s in their “flop era?” Hopefully, no one. To be in one’s “flop era” is not ideal — it’s slang that means you’re going through a hard time, not thriving or otherwise failing. According to Later.com, the term is deployed when a musical artist’s songs or general reputation is waning. “Flop era” can also apply to a reality star, actor, corporation or even...