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California's summer COVID wave shows signs of waning. What are the numbers in your community?

While some COVID indicators are rising in California, others are starting to fall — a hint that the summer wave may start to decline soon.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

The Lost Bus is an 'enthralling' wildfire drama -- Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera star in the true story of a heroic rescue which took place in California in 2018. The film is even more "visceral" than genuine news footage.

Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera star in the true story of a heroic rescue which took place in California in 2018. The film is even more "visceral" than genuine news footage.

BBC News - Entertainment - 19 hours ago

California says it can no longer trust Washington on COVID vaccines. A major battle is looming

California’s COVID surge is showing signs of peaking as the state pushes back against federal guidelines that some say have jeopardized access to vaccines.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 day ago

Wait, what happened to saving the children? California congressmen dodge the issue

Not a single Republican House representative from California has signed the petition to release the Epstein files. That's shameful in a state that has been a leader in protecting sexual assault survivors.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

California will fare better than other states as Trump guts climate reporting rules

The California Air Resources Board administers its own state-level greenhouse gas reporting program that in some ways exceeds that of the federal program now on the chopping block.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 1 day ago

California lawmakers pass measures to expand oil production in Central Valley, restrict offshore drilling

In a bid to stabilize struggling crude-oil refineries, state lawmakers on Saturday passed a last-minute bill that would allow the construction of 2,000 new oil wells annually in the San Joaquin Valley while further restricting drilling along California’s iconic coastline.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Lopez: The immigration raids are crushing L.A.'s fire recovery and California's economy

After President Trump promised that we were headed for a 'golden age' of American prosperity, his policies are stifling the state with the largest economy.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

California lawmakers pass SB 79, housing bill that brings dense housing to transit hubs

After months of debate, California lawmakers on Friday passed SB 79, a housing bill that overrides local zoning laws to bring high-density housing up to nine stories tall to transit hubs.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 4 days ago

California bill lets renters escape exclusive deals between ISPs and landlords

Bill author says law “gives this industry an opportunity to treat people fairly.”…

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 4 days ago

California moves to close overdose protection loophole that deters students from seeking emergency help

State lawmakers pass a bill that shields college students from disciplinary action if they call 911 during an overdose emergency.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 5 days ago

California has a strict vaccine mandate. Will it survive the Trump administration?

California is one of five states with laws that do not allow religious exemptions to school vaccines. The Trump administration is moving to expand parents’ right to opt out.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 6 days ago

California man accused in dating app murders wore eerie white mask in past burglary spree, police reveal

California man Rockim Prowell is charged with allegedly murdering two men between 2021 and 2023 and attempting to kill a third victim he met via an online dating app.

Fox News - US News - 7 days ago

OpenAI installs parental controls following California teen's death

A San Francisco family sued after finding months of alarming conversation between their son, who died by suicide, and ChatGPT.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

Another California county is losing its only hospital as feds reclassify it

Glenn Medical Center's ‘heartbreaking’ closure will put 150 people out of work and send rural patients to neighboring counties for care.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

Chabria: Tech bros hate this college student. California should listen to what she's saying about artificial intelligence

President Trump wined and dined top AI tech executives last week, leaving little hope that Congress will regulate the emerging technology in meaningful ways. That leaves California — and a college activist — as the best hopes for putting guardrails on the coming artificial intelligence revolution.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 8 days ago

John Burton, powerful liberal who shaped California politics for decades, dies

Rude, profane, yet utterly charming, Burton became the state Capitol’s most powerful legislator when he served as Senate president pro tem.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Contributor: Why is California losing good jobs to other states? It's not rocket science

Sacramento's lack of a business-friendly focus has forced even homegrown industries to take manufacturing, with its high-paying middle- and working-class jobs, to Texas, Arizona, Florida and beyond.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 12 days ago

California pushes back on Trump's CDC with West Coast Health Alliance

The governors of California, Oregon and Washington announced the creation of the West Coast Health Alliance to keep their states’ health policies unified and grounded in science.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 13 days ago

COVID wave washes over California. Some officials urge residents to mask up

A COVID wave is washing over California, with the state seeing continued increases in the number of newly confirmed cases, the viral test positivity rate and hospitalizations attributed to the disease.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 13 days ago

Massive Fraudulent Enrollments in California Community Colleges: What's Happening?

California’s community colleges are contending with widespread enrollment fraud that has prevented real students from getting the classes they need and dis...

Epoch Times - US News - 17 days ago

These California eggs are linked to a salmonella outbreak that's infected nearly 100 people

Products from Country Eggs LLC in Lucerne Valley were found to be contaminated with salmonella, authorities said.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 19 days ago

Trump admin dismisses Endangered Species List as "Hotel California"

“Once a species enters, they never leave,” interior secretary says. But there’s more to the story.

Ars Technica - Science - 19 days ago

California resident contracts plague, likely from infected flea bite during Lake Tahoe camping trip: officials

A California resident went camping in South Lake Tahoe and tested positive for a plague after a suspected infected flea bite, and health officials are investigating.

Fox News - Health - 26 days ago

More Refineries Are on the Verge of Leaving California: Insider Explains Why | Catherine Reheis-Boyd

California’s shrinking refinery network is only part of the story. New limits on Kern County oil are adding to the pressure, and decisions in Sacramento co...

Epoch Times - US News - 1 month ago

California Man Rescued After Being Trapped For 2 Days Behind Waterfall

Ryan Wardwell, 46, was trapped for two days behind a remote waterfall in California when the force of the water pushed him off his climbing lines.

Huffington Post - Environment - 1 month 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 month ago

California breathes sigh of relief with delayed tariffs on Mexico and Canada. China remains in play

Stocks largely recover from an early tumble after Trump confirms one-month delay in imposing tariffs on Mexico. But tariffs on China remain in play.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 4 months ago

U.S. hiring cools in January; California's outlook is dimmed by looming cuts in government and aid

U.S. job growth slowed at the start of the year as employers held back on hiring amid increased uncertainty about the economy and Trump policies.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 7 months ago

California's FAIR Plan, the home insurer of last resort, may need a bailout after the L.A. fires

California's Fair Plan, the state's insurer of last resort, may be unable to pay billions in claims arising from the Los Angeles fires and may require a bailout that could ultimately be paid by homeowners statewide.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 7 months 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 - 8 months ago