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JD Vance Suggests People Are Too 'Busy' To Read Their Ballots — And You Know What Happened Next

The veep was asked if the Trump administration’s claims could be seen as “insulting” to Alaskans, and he swiftly went on the defense.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

As Israelis head to the polls, the country's conflict with Iran casts a long shadow over the ballot box.

As Israelis head to the polls, the country's conflict with Iran casts a long shadow over the ballot box. But any leadership changes in Israel may not be enough to shake up its grand strategy on Tehran.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

California rabbi accused of intentionally driving into Costco worker, killing him

Prosecutors say Abba Avrohom Bryski deliberately struck 28-year-old Nicholas Lang as he painted parking lines outside a Costco in Camarillo, California.

Fox News - US News - 6 hours ago

Trump DOJ official vows appeal in California ballot fight over suspected noncitizen voters

First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli defended the Justice Department's effort to set aside ballots tied to roughly 20,000 suspected noncitizens following a federal court hearing.

Fox News - US News - 6 hours ago

Jay-Z to headline 2027 Super Bowl halftime show -- The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. -- Oct 26

The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

CBS News - US News - 6 hours ago

Protesters descend on California jail as federal agents make arrests

ICE agents launched a targeted operation at a California jail Tuesday, drawing protesters that demanded federal officers clear out as the facility went into lockdown.

New York Post - US News - 7 hours ago

Dozens of California dams need repair as El Niño winter nears

The 40 riskiest dams — rated high or extremely high hazard — are located throughout the state, but they cluster near densely populated coastal cities.

NBC News - Science - 8 hours ago

Special master could evaluate Justice Department's claims of noncitizens on California voter rolls

A federal judge says he is considering appointing a special master to evaluate claims by the Trump administration that California has some 20,000 noncitizens on its voter rolls. The approach

Lancaster Online - World - 8 hours ago

California appeals court upholds actor Danny Masterson's rape convictions

LOS ANGELES — A California appeals court on Tuesday upheld actor Danny Masterson 's convictions and long prison sentence for raping two women at his home in 2003.

Manila Times - Entertainment - 8 hours ago

Judge in L.A. weighs feds' request to block 20,000 California votes with skepticism

Judge David O. Carter seemed skeptical of a Trump administration request to immediately block California officials from counting about 20,000 ballots from voters whose citizenship the administration questions, but said he would not rule until Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Court dismisses DOJ's request to force California to set aside ballots -- A federal appeals court on Monday dismissed the DOJ's effort to force California election officials to set aside thousands of ballots that the Trump administration claims may have been cast by alleged noncitizens. -- Oct 26

A federal appeals court on Monday dismissed the DOJ's effort to force California election officials to set aside thousands of ballots that the Trump administration claims may have been cast by alleged noncitizens.

CBS News - Politics - 9 hours ago

Ninth Circuit Won't Order California to Set Aside Noncitizen Ballots

A federal appeals court denied the DOJ’s bid to set aside 20,000 California mail ballots tied to suspected noncitizens in a 2-1 ruling.

Breitbart - Politics - 10 hours ago

Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra make last-minute pitches to California voters as gov contest enters home stretch

Affordability tops the list of voters' concerns, with 79.6% of voters naming at least one economic issue as one of their top two priorities for the next governor.

New York Post - Politics - 11 hours ago

These measures on Washington ballots could shake up local government

Voters may evict the sheriff from office in Pierce County, make Snohomish County Council seats nonpartisan and bar residents from serving on the Everett City Council and in the Legislature, even thoug

The Columbian - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Entertainment group to host military-focused conventions in Texas, California

Military Con is designed for service members, veterans, military families, gamers and anyone drawn to military stories, history and entertainment.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Israel election turnout on pace for highest in 50 years — as Gal Gadot casts her ballot

Turnout for Israel's 2026 elections is at its highest pace in more than 50 years, officials said — with Wonder Woman actor Gal Gadot among those who cast their ballot on Tuesday calling for a...

New York Post - World - 14 hours ago

Camas City Council places measure on Feb. 9 ballot about change of government system

CAMAS — Camas voters in February will decide whether to replace the city’s mayor-council system with a council-manager structure in which a professional manager would oversee day-to-day operations.

The Columbian - Politics - 14 hours ago

Voters should reject Ballot Question 7

Massachusetts voters should reject Ballot Question 7

Boston Globe - Opinion - 15 hours ago

Powerhouse California CEO snaps back at claims she made staffer trawl raunchy massage site for 'highly personal services': suit

Ms. Farhood has opted to fabricate a set of salacious but false claims intended to embarrass Ms. Kossoris,” the filing reads.

New York Post - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Israelis living abroad spend thousands to fly in to vote in crucial election -- Tens of thousands of Israelis living abroad have flown in just to cast their ballots in an election many voters see as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.

Tens of thousands of Israelis living abroad have flown in just to cast their ballots in an election many voters see as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.

CBS News - World - 15 hours ago

Studios Get Millions From California's Tax Credit. But They Balk at the State's Diversity Initiative

Criticism of the Golden State's DEI program has emerged as a roadblock amid a global battle to host Hollywood projects.

Hollywood Reporter - Technology - 15 hours ago

California sues Dollar General for allegedly deceptive pricing

The Federal Trade Commission is suing the bargain chain Dollar General for what it says are “long-running deceptive pricing practices” by charging customers more once they reach the register than the prices that are displayed on shelves and in advertisements

Los Angeles Times - World - 16 hours ago

Court dismisses DOJ's request to force California to set aside ballots

A federal appeals court on Monday dismissed the DOJ's effort to force California election officials to set aside thousands of ballots that the Trump administration claims may have been cast by alleged noncitizens.

CBS News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

DOJ asks Washington to set aside ballots from 400 alleged noncitizens -- Federal prosecutors said they sent a letter to the Washington secretary of state with a list of 400 people they claimed are not U.S. citizens.

Federal prosecutors said they sent a letter to the Washington secretary of state with a list of 400 people they claimed are not U.S. citizens.

CBS News - Politics - 18 hours ago

California's coastline on alert as record King Tides fuel prolonged flooding from San Francisco to San Diego

Parts of the heavily populated California coast have seen record-high coastal flooding due to King Tides, including Los Angeles, with flooding expected to continue through Thursday.

Fox News - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Does Chicago need a permanent festival site? Voters asked to weigh in on ballot.

Some Chicagoans have pushed for large-scale festivals to leave city parks for good. Now, a non-binding ballot measure takes the temperature of residents citywide.

Chicago Sun-Times - Entertainment - 22 hours ago

9th Circuit denies feds' appeal over 20,000 ballots; district court hearing to proceed

The decision clears the way for the lower court to proceed with hearing the case. A hearing is scheduled Tuesday afternoon before Judge David O. Carter in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 23 hours ago

Send Mamdani a message — vote 'NO' on all five New York City ballot proposals

With City Hall unlawfully pushing a “yes” on five charter-revision questions this year, we see no choice but to recommend a “no” on them all.

New York Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

Jay-Z to headline 2027 Super Bowl halftime show -- The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

CBS News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Appeals Court Rejects DOJ's Challenge to Suspected Noncitizen Ballots in California

In a 2–1 ruling, the judges said they lacked jurisdiction to rule on the case.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Last mayoral candidates file signatures for 2027 ballot

Thirteen candidates will vie for the right to deny Brandon Johnson a second term and become Chicago’s 58th mayor, but only if they can survive cutthroat petition challenges that could narrow the field considerably.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Mystery Ohio news site boosting Ramaswamy's Amy Acton ad tied to conservative California nonprofit

As Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy came under fire for releasing an attack ad featuring his Democratic competitor Amy Acton's estranged mother, a mysterious news site was running a Facebook ad boosting the controversial video.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

I traded glitzy LA for California's forgotten heartland — and found my American dream

Coming back to the Central Valley has provided me with something I didn’t expect: comfort. It brings more breathing room, open space and a quieter day-to-day life.

New York Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

How a California prison reform helped free a serial rapist called 'America's creepiest heir'

When Max Factor heir Andrew Luster was convicted of drugging and raping three women in 2003, California law considered it a nonviolent offense.

NBC News - US News - 1 day ago

Clark County auditor investigates reports of returned ballots using preprinted, addressed envelopes

Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey is investigating rumors that some voters here have had their completed ballots returned by the U.S. Postal Service and marked as “undeliverable as addressed.”

The Columbian - Politics - 1 day ago

Appeals Court Raises Doubt Over Trump Admin's Ballot Lawsuit Against California

Circuit Judge Mark Bennett questioned the appeals court’s jurisdiction to hear the case.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Chabria: California votes. Trump's Justice Department panics

Lawyers for the Justice Department managed to get a three-judge panel to convene a rare emergency hearing on Sunday.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Skelton: Need help deciding on the state ballot measures? Here are my recommendations

Need help deciding how to vote on the California state propositions? Here are columnist George Skelton's recommendations for each state ballot measure.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

9th Circuit panel questions basis for feds' request to block 20,000 California ballots

Two judges questioned the Justice Department's lawyer about how the Trump administration's position squared with the law.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

Absurd court farce on noncitizen ballots leaves Voter ID as the only cure

Voter ID is the only way to fix California’s broken election system. That’s the only reasonable conclusion from Sunday’s extraordinary hearing at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

New York Post - Opinion - 2 days ago

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Threatens to Leave California if Wealth Tax Passes

Meta disclosed this week that CEO Mark Zuckerberg could leave California if voters approve a billionaire wealth tax this November, prompting the company to offer him a financial incentive to stay.

Breitbart - Technology - 2 days ago

Beshear on California Energy Policies Raising Costs: Trump Caused Increase in Prices

On Friday's broadcast of HBO's "Real Time," Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) responded to criticism of California's energy policies and their impact on | Clips

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Maher: California Has Corruption Thanks to Government Unions, Special Interests Controlling Politicians

During the online "Overtime" segment of Friday's broadcast of HBO's "Real Time," host Bill Maher said that there is corruption in California thanks to | Clips

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Hope and despair simmer among California Republicans ahead of election day

Hope and despair simmers among California Republicans as election day approaches.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Who's Paying for California's Wildfires? | Jeff Ball

For many California households, wildfire shows up in monthly electricity bills and the cost of insuring a home, even far from the fire line. For survivors...

Epoch Times - US News - 3 days ago

Women of America, Common Sense Is on the Ballot | Opinion

"Democrats no longer offer women a coherent platform. They offer a collection of shifting grievances."

Newsweek - Top Stories - 4 days ago

California Woman Accused of Working as Chinese Spy Pleads Not Guilty

Prosecutors said Zhang traveled to the Seattle area last year to watch the home of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s son and report back to Chinese officials.

Epoch Times - US News - 4 days ago

State officials defend California clean-truck subsidy program as lawmakers weigh reforms

California clean-air officials said they were disappointed by Los Angeles Times reporting on the state's Clean Bus and Truck Voucher Project.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 days ago

California startup says it has injected AI-designed virus into humans

Radical Numerics claims their AI-driven approach can lead to rapid, on-demand generation of phages

Independent UK - Science - 5 days ago

DOJ Seeks Appeals Court Intervention in California Ballot Lawsuit

The department sought the intervention after a lower court failed to rule on its emergency application for injunctive relief.

Epoch Times - US News - 5 days ago

Supplement sold at gas stations blamed for California man's opioid overdose

Public health officials in San Francisco reported a death associated with MGM-15, a lab-created and modified form of 7-OH.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 5 days ago

How Meta struck a deal to keep Mark Zuckerberg in California despite looming billionaire tax

Zuckerberg worried if the tax passed it could reduce how much control he had over his company but Meta's board struck a deal that quelled his concerns.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 5 days ago

It's not too late to register to vote. Here's what you need to know to cast your ballot by Nov. 3.

You can no longer register to vote online for the upcoming Midterm General Election. But there are still plenty of ways to register in person.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 5 days ago

Meta board placates Zuckerberg after threat to leave California if voters approve wealth tax measure

Meta Platforms has struck a deal with Mark Zuckerberg, Reuters has reported, in a move spurred by a California ballot measure, part of the Nov. 3 midterm elections, that has sparked heated debate and hundreds of millions in campaign spending.

CBC News - Business - 5 days ago

Meta's Board Convinced Zuckerberg to Stay in California Despite its Wealth Tax. Here's What he Was Offered.

Zuckerberg told the company he was "evaluating relocating his primary residence outside California," if the legislation passed in California.

International Business Times - Business - 5 days ago

As companies leave California, is the state's $4.25-trillion economy really in trouble?

California continues to see companies large and small move to Texas and other states, citing taxes, high costs and regulations. Is the business environment really as bad as it seems?

Los Angeles Times - Business - 5 days ago

What Prop 37 Would Mean for California Homebuyers | Robert Hertzberg

In California, renters outnumber homeowners until age 47—about a decade later than in the rest of the country. For many middle-class families with steady j...

Epoch Times - US News - 6 days ago

Major loss of California beaches predicted in latest climate forecast

Southern California is on track to lose 30 to 70% of its beaches over the next several decades. Almost half of all beach cliffs are likely to retreat by 30 to 80 feet by 2100.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Polls Show a Blue Wave Downballot, Too

Democrats could make major headway in Trump-state gubernatorial races while also flipping legislatures.

New York Magazine - Politics - 7 days ago

Over $1 billion spent, few miles driven: How California's flagship clean transit initiative was hit by accusations of fraud and waste

A premier California green transportation initiative is roiled by accusations of fraud, waste and poor oversight. Officials insist it is managed effectively.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 9 days ago

El Nino gives California coast tropical makeover

The longfin bigeye fish was ​spotted in California for the first time last month, and the first sea turtles of any kind nested on California beaches....

Daily Sabah - Environment - 9 days ago

A truck company founder was indicted for fraud. California still paid $50 million for its vehicles

Nikola Corp.'s former CEO was indicted for fraud. His company's vehicles were the most heavily subsidized in California’s $1-billion clean truck incentive program on average.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 9 days ago

What California's Housing Targets Mean for Its Cities | James Mai

California cities must plan for more housing, and proposals for new homes often bring worries about traffic and strained local services. In Irvine, many po...

Epoch Times - US News - 10 days ago

California Gov Newsom boosts AI regulation as he eyes 2028 presidential run

Newsom signed an executive order to examine kill switches for AI models and other measures he had earlier vetoed.

Aljazeera - Science - 10 days ago

California's Prop. 45 aims to speed construction projects. Opponents say data centers will benefit

Supporters of the initiative on the November ballot say it will speed up environmental review for "essential" projects, but opponents believe potentially polluting ones will be covered too — including data centers.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 13 days ago

Why California Birth Tourism Is Part of a National Security Debate | Joshua Philipp

Southern California businesses have arranged hotel-style maternity stays for women traveling from China to give birth in the United States. Clients from Ch...

Epoch Times - US News - 20 days ago

California Scientist Celebrates Nobel Prize By Making His Kids' School Lunches

In between congratulatory phone calls, Dr. Karl Deisseroth took care of his children’s lunchtime needs.

Huffington Post - Science - 22 days ago

California business climate gets warning from real estate mogul: 'Enough is enough'

Mauricio Umansky says bringing business back to California is critical as Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton offer competing visions for governor.

Fox News - Business - 25 days ago

California's economic growth expected to continue, but slowly and with few jobs gains

The UCLA Anderson Forecast predicts California's economic growth will continue but with only meager jobs gains.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 25 days ago

Your guide to the California Congressional District 47 race: Min vs. Le Roux

Democratic incumbent Dave Min and Republican Jenny Rae Le Roux face off for the 47th Congressional District seat.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California Congressional District 45 race: Tran vs. Vo

California Congressional District 45 race: Democrat Derek Tran faces upstart Chuong Vo, a retired police officer who beat out a slew of fellow Republicans to reach the general election.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California Congressional District 26 race: Irwin vs. Gallucci

Democratic Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin is facing off against Republican nonprofit leader Samuel Gallucci in the race for retiring Rep. Julia Brownley's Ventura County seat in Congress.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to Proposition 5: Big changes to recall elections in California

Prop 5 would make major changes to how recall elections are conducted in California, especially affecting the office of governor.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California state schools superintendent race: Barrera vs. Shaw

Although the race for state superintendent of public instruction is nonpartisan, Sonja Shaw aligns closely with Trump Republicans, while Richard Barrera aligns with liberal Democrats.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California treasurer race: Kounalakis vs. Hawks

The race for California’s open treasurer seat is between Eleni Kounalakis, the current lieutenant governor, and Republican Jennifer Hawks, who has not held elected office.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California controller race: Incumbent Cohen vs. challenger Morgan

Incumbent California Controller Malia Cohen faces San Diego Republican challenger Herb Morgan, who promises more aggressive oversight.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California secretary of state race: Weber vs. Wagner

California voters will decide whether incumbent Shirley Weber will be reelected as secretary of state of California or her challenger, Republican Don Wagner, will take the office.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California attorney general race: Bonta vs. Gates

Incumbent California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta faces former Huntington Beach City Atty. Michael Gates, a Republican who finished second in the primary.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Your guide to the California lieutenant governor race: Ma vs. Romero

California’s low-profile lieutenant governor race pits Democratic Treasurer Fiona Ma against former Democratic Senate leader Gloria Romero, who's running as a Republican.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 26 days ago

Inside California's Push to Fast-Track Townhomes | Jennifer Hernandez

For many California households, including families with two working parents on a median income, buying a home is out of reach. A bill to make townhomes eas...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 month ago

What California's Healthcare Spending Doesn't Guarantee | Sally Pipes

Patients in California can enter a hospital without knowing what their care will cost. For people covered by MediCal, another problem can come earlier, whe...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 month ago

California deal on Paramount-Warner Bros. merger spurs frustration, questions about political pressure

Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta’s agreement clearing the $111-billion merger followed intense pressure from state leaders including Gov. Gavin Newsom and dissent among fellow Democratic state attorneys general.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 month ago

California Is Changing Its Housing Rules. What Happens to Prices?

For many people in California, buying a home remains out of reach. Prices stay high, while limited listings leave buyers with fewer choices. California i...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 month ago

Why Choosing to Change Is So Hard in California Prisons | Panel

California’s prison system is changing. The state is closing facilities, moving incarcerated people between institutions, and continuing to invest in rehab...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 month ago

California hopes to lure a new generation to electric cars, with help from rebates, high gas prices

California is set to roll out its own instant rebate program to assist drivers in purchasing their first new or used EV.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 months ago

Hantavirus strikes a cruise ship, Californians at risk: Is this the start of something much worse?

The MV Hondius was the epicenter of the first-ever deadly outbreak of hantavirus aboard a modern cruise ship. Was this a freak occurrence, or a sign of things to come?

Los Angeles Times - Science - 5 months ago

Waymos, robotaxis can now be ticketed by California police. But how exactly?

Driverless cars haven't always obeyed the rules of the road but, unlike vehicles with humans behind the wheel, they've gotten away with it. That's about to change in California.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 5 months ago

Bill Cosby Loses $59 Million Sex Assault Lawsuit In California

A Santa Monica, California jury took just a day to find that Bill Cosby was liable for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman over 50 years ago.

Inside Edition - US News - 7 months ago

Boat Flies And Crashes On California Freeway

A boat went sailing across three lanes of traffic on a freeway, narrowly missing cars on the busy road in Los Angeles.

Inside Edition - Weird - 7 months ago

Stripping California Veterans' Lifeline for Benefits? Think Again

If California's SB 694 passes, the most effective option for most veterans will be made liable for prosecution.

Military.com - Opinion - 10 months ago

Foreign outbreaks, lower vaccination rates are troubling signs for California's coming flu season

Last year’s flu season was the worst California had seen in years — and state health officials warn this year could potentially be just as bad.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 year ago

How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting. -- Mar 28, 2024

From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.

CBS News - Technology - 1 year ago

This California town tops the most expensive rental market in the nation for third year running

Santa Cruz County in deep blue California was named the least affordable U.S. rental market in 2025, requiring $81.21/hour to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment.

Fox News - Business - 1 year ago