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Bomb Explosion at Santa Maria Courthouse: Michael Jackson Trial Venue Rocked, Suspect Detained

World

25 Sep, 2024

Bomb Explosion at Santa Maria Courthouse: Michael Jackson Trial Venue Rocked, Suspect Detained


Several people were injured and a courthouse in Santa Maria, California, was closed following “a bomb explosion” on Wednesday morning,...

California's New Plastic Bag Ban: Goodbye, Grocery Store Plastic, Hello Paper?

World

23 Sep, 2024

California's New Plastic Bag Ban: Goodbye, Grocery Store Plastic, Hello Paper?


“Paper or plastic” will no longer be a choice at grocery store checkout lines in California under a new law...

California Sues ExxonMobil for Allegedly Deceiving Public About Plastic Recycling

World

23 Sep, 2024

California Sues ExxonMobil for Allegedly Deceiving Public About Plastic Recycling


California has filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against ExxonMobil for allegedly deceiving the public about the plastic pollution crisis, the state’s...

Lost Cat Travels 900 Miles From Yellowstone To California, Reunites With Owners

World

21 Sep, 2024

Lost Cat Travels 900 Miles From Yellowstone To California, Reunites With Owners


Cats have nine lives — and apparently they have 900 miles in them, too. Benny and Susanne Anguiano, a couple...

California Governor Signs Law Banning AI Deepfakes in Elections: Is Elon Musk Right to Call It a 'Free Speech' Threat?

World

19 Sep, 2024

California Governor Signs Law Banning AI Deepfakes in Elections: Is Elon Musk Right to Call It a 'Free Speech' Threat?


California is getting a series of new laws that crack down on AI deepfakes in the contexts of elections and...

Nevada County Holds 3rd Annual Orange Shirt Day to Honor Indigenous Children Impacted by Boarding Schools

World

17 Sep, 2024

Nevada County Holds 3rd Annual Orange Shirt Day to Honor Indigenous Children Impacted by Boarding Schools


CHIRP and the Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan Tribe are inviting the public to join them in Nevada County for the...

Prince Harry Turns 40: A Look Back at a Decade of Change and a Glimpse into the Future

World

15 Sep, 2024

Prince Harry Turns 40: A Look Back at a Decade of Change and a Glimpse into the Future


If the Duke of Sussex uses his 40th birthday to reflect on the past decade, he’ll have plenty to ponder....

Malibu Earthquake: 4.7 Magnitude Tremor Shakes Southern California, No Major Damage Reported

World

12 Sep, 2024

Malibu Earthquake: 4.7 Magnitude Tremor Shakes Southern California, No Major Damage Reported


An earthquake centered in the Malibu area produced shaking Thursday morning in widespread parts of Southern California from the coast...

Malibu Earthquake Shakes Southern California: Was This A Foreshock?

World

12 Sep, 2024

Malibu Earthquake Shakes Southern California: Was This A Foreshock?


An earthquake centered in the Malibu area produced shaking Thursday morning in widespread parts of Southern California from the coast...

Malibu Earthquake: 4.7 Magnitude Quake Shakes Southern California, Followed by Aftershocks

World

12 Sep, 2024

Malibu Earthquake: 4.7 Magnitude Quake Shakes Southern California, Followed by Aftershocks


An earthquake centered in the Malibu area produced shaking Thursday morning in widespread parts of Southern California from the coast...

California's Warehouse Boom: New Bill Sparks Debate Over Environmental Protection vs. Economic Growth

World

9 Sep, 2024

California's Warehouse Boom: New Bill Sparks Debate Over Environmental Protection vs. Economic Growth


Xochitl Pedraza moved to San Bernardino County eight years ago. After three decades of city living, unincorporated Bloomington offered a...

California Declares Emergency as Rancho Palos Verdes Landslide Threatens Homes, Cuts Off Utilities

World

4 Sep, 2024

California Declares Emergency as Rancho Palos Verdes Landslide Threatens Homes, Cuts Off Utilities


California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for the Southern California city of Rancho Palos Verdes, where...

California Delays Historic Climate Disclosure Laws: What This Means for Businesses

World

1 Sep, 2024

California Delays Historic Climate Disclosure Laws: What This Means for Businesses


California is known for its progressive environmental policies, and its recent efforts to promote climate transparency have garnered global attention....

Progressive Democrats Rally Against Proposition 36, Calling It an 'Expensive' Crime Reform

World

21 Aug, 2024

Progressive Democrats Rally Against Proposition 36, Calling It an 'Expensive' Crime Reform


A group of progressive state lawmakers on Monday rallied against Proposition 36, a ballot measure they are calling an “expensive”...

Heinz Ketchup Faces a Scorching Reality: Climate Change is Threatening Its Tomatoes

World

20 Aug, 2024

Heinz Ketchup Faces a Scorching Reality: Climate Change is Threatening Its Tomatoes


For Heinz ketchup, nothing is more important than tomatoes. Sure, by calories, a tablespoon of the flagship condiment is 80...

Orange County Farmers Markets: Your Guide to Fresh Produce & Local Delights This Weekend

Local

18 Aug, 2024

Orange County Farmers Markets: Your Guide to Fresh Produce & Local Delights This Weekend


Orange County, California boasts a vibrant farmers market scene, offering a delightful blend of fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and community...

California DA Advisor's Case: Three Felony Charges Dropped, But Trial Still Looms

World

10 Aug, 2024

California DA Advisor's Case: Three Felony Charges Dropped, But Trial Still Looms


Four months after California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a slew of felony charges against a top advisor to the...

California Declares "Panda Day" as San Diego Zoo Welcomes New Giant Pandas

World

8 Aug, 2024

California Declares "Panda Day" as San Diego Zoo Welcomes New Giant Pandas


California’s state animal might be the grizzly bear, but today is another bear’s big moment to shine. Gov. Gavin Newsom...

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