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26 minutes ago

California awards $21M in last-mile broadband funding

CPUC approved four Last Mile FFA grants totaling up to $21 million to expand high-speed broadband to 1,752 locations across Contra Costa, Inyo, and Monterey counties.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 hour ago

East Bay resident identified as victim in fatal Vasco Road crash

A motorcyclist who died in a crash on a rural road connecting Contra Costa and Alameda counties has been identified as a Brentwood resident. Curtis Carr, 54, died Monday morning after crashing on Vasco Road. The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office identified him publicly. The crash happened about 5 a.m. as Carr rode south and was just north of Dyer Road.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 hours ago

Walters: Homelessness crisis remains one of Newsom's biggest political liabilities

Gavin Newsom repeatedly pledged to solve homelessness but state efforts under his leadership have been ineffective despite billions spent, reorganizations, and a new action plan.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
18 hours ago

The Wire: Get cash from Kaiser after $46M settlement; Cal scientists' search for extraterrestrial life

Bay Area faces institutional closures, funding threats, legal responses, privacy settlements, public-safety incidents, and active scientific inquiry that affect residents and organizations.
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fromSan Jose Inside
18 hours ago

Newsom Reneges on State Share of $175M Deal with Google to Boost Local Journalism

Newsom's budget omits funding for the California Civic Media Fund, cutting state support to $10 million and jeopardizing the $175 million Google-state journalism deal.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

Leaked memo reveals California debated cutting wildfire soil testing before disaster chief's exit

One year ago, Nancy Ward, then the director of the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), petitioned the Federal Emergency Management Agency to spearhead the cleanup of toxic ash and fire debris cloaking more than 12,000 homes across Los Angeles County. Although Ward's decision ensured the federal government would assume the bulk of disaster costs, it came with a major trade off.
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fromwww.ocregister.com
19 hours ago

How I'd split California, economically speaking

California divides into a populous coastal West and a less-populous inland East with divergent demographic and population trends since the pandemic.
#santa-clara-county
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago

Wildfire victims decry state law protecting utilities from cost of disasters they cause

Southern California Edison says that with the help of those state laws it expects to pay little or even none of the damage costs of the Eaton fire, which its equipment is suspected of sparking. But in recent filings to state officials, fire victims and consumer advocates say the law has gone too far and made the utilities' unaccountable for their mistakes, leading to even more fires. "What do you think will happen if you constantly protect perpetrators of fires," said Joy Chen, executive director of the Eaton Fire Survivors Network.
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#gas-leak
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fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
6 hours ago

Bay Area man arrested, charged for second time in two months on suspicion of soliciting sex acts

A Santa Rosa man was arrested on charges including pandering and drug possession after allegedly violating pre-trial release by soliciting a sex worker online.
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fromThe Mercury News
6 hours ago

Bay Area man arrested, charged for second time in two months on suspicion of soliciting sex acts

Michael Tarvid, 63, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and pandering after allegedly soliciting a sex worker while on pre-trial release.
fromThe Mercury News
19 hours ago

Letters: It's the right time for Mahan to make gubernatorial run

His age, energy and accomplishments in San Jose place him a cut above all others in this crowded race. When I saw him running up my street distributing flyers announcing a community meeting on the topic of a homeless encampment in my neighborhood, I thought, this man is destined for greatness. When I heard him speak to a crowded audience, his focus and passion stood out. He sold me on his ideas moving forward.
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#pge
fromSFGATE
17 hours ago
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PG&E told fire crews they didn't need help shortly before Hayward home exploded

fromSFGATE
17 hours ago
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PG&E told fire crews they didn't need help shortly before Hayward home exploded

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fromStreetsblog
20 hours ago

$3 Million Now in the Bank to Support Signature-Gathering Effort for Regional Transit Measure - Streetsblog San Francisco

A regional campaign raised almost $3 million and began signature gathering to qualify a five-county sales tax aimed at preventing Bay Area public transit service cuts.
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fromStreetsblog
19 hours ago

Papan Wants to Draw a Legal Line Between E-Bikes and Electric Motorbikes - Streetsblog California

California bill would cap e-bike motor output at 750 watts to reduce high-powered e-bike crashes and clarify vehicle classification for safer streets.
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fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
6 hours ago

5 women allege California city staffer used their photos to create sexually explicit AI images

Five women sued Chula Vista and a former employee, alleging he used AI-manipulated photos from social media to create sexualized images without consent.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 hours ago

When the Super Bowl comes to town, an NFL clean zone' will kick out a beloved hot dog vendor from his longtime post

Veteran vendor Howard Gibbins, the Hot Dog Dude, faces declining commuter business and new NFL-imposed clean-zone restrictions that threaten outdoor food sales.
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fromKqed
2 hours ago

San Jose's Batman, Fighting for the Unhoused, Is the Real Life Superhero 'We Need' | KQED

A costumed volunteer distributes water and food to unhoused San José residents amid encampment abatement while city officials report phased shelter rollout and housing offers.
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fromwww.latimes.com
7 hours ago

Prep talk: Girls' basketball in the spotlight on Saturday and Monday

One-day girls' basketball events Saturday at Mira Costa and Monday at Rosary will feature top prep teams including JSerra, Flintridge Prep, Etiwanda and Brentwood.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 hours ago

Prep spotlight: Good luck picking an EBAL boys basketball favorite

East Bay Athletic League race is wide open; notable figures and dual-role coaches affect team trajectories while Milpitas builds a CCS Open boys basketball resume.
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fromThesanjoseblog
14 hours ago

A Night on the Avenue: Evening Delights in Downtown Willow Glen

Willow Glen hosts Night on the Avenue Feb 5, 2026, 4–8 PM on Lincoln Avenue with free admission, live entertainment, dining, shopping and specials.
fromLos Angeles Times
17 hours ago

Man, woman and 17-year-old girl, believed to be family, are fatally shot in Lakewood

Authorities received a call reporting an assault with a deadly weapon in the 5800 block of Lorelei Avenue at 7:53 a.m., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The victims - a man, a woman and a 17-year-old girl - suffered gunshot wounds to their upper torsos, said Deputy David Yoo. They were pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.
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fromwww.sbsun.com
6 hours ago

Man gets 15 to life for 1980 killing of California teen whose body was found in grapefruit grove

A jury convicted Leonard Nash of second-degree murder for killing 18-year-old Michelle 'Missy' Jones in 1980, and he received a 15-years-to-life sentence.
#california-budget
#retail-theft
fromwww.housingwire.com
22 hours ago

California weighs single-stair multifamily to ignite housing supply

California's emerging housing fracas over a single stairwell may become a lightning rod, affecting both building codes and capital investment in more multifamily projects in more places. California's Fire Marshal is reportedly in the final stages of a report due this month on whether the state will allow singlestair multifamily buildings above three stories, and on when and how they may be permitted.
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fromFortune
22 hours ago

Gavin Newsom literally started his career with funding from a billionaire, but he was also raised by a single mother with 3 jobs | Fortune

Gavin Newsom rose to wealth and political power with significant Getty family backing while also being raised by a single mother with three jobs.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Louisiana's Request Is Denied': Gavin Newsom Rejects Extradition of Doctor Accused of Mailing Abortion Drugs

I am signing the extradition paperwork to bring this California doctor to justice. Louisiana has a zero tolerance policy for those who subvert our laws, seek to hurt women, and promote abortion. I know Gavin Newsom supports abortion in all its forms, but that doesn't work in Louisiana. We are unapologetically pro-life.
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fromKqed
21 hours ago

California Lawmakers Defend Doctor as States Clash Over Abortion | KQED

California political leaders support a Sonoma County doctor facing Louisiana allegations and defend California laws shielding abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution.
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fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Californian government backs 143 local transit projects with $202 million funding - Sustainable Bus

California awarded $202 million to 143 clean transportation projects supporting transit operations, fare programs, and zero-emission vehicle deployment.
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from48 hills
21 hours ago

So what if the billionaires leave California? - 48 hills

A proposed California billionaire wealth tax could prompt some departures, but most wealthy residents are unlikely to leave solely because of higher taxes.
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Santa Cruz votes to terminate its contract with Flock Safety

Santa Cruz first signed its contract with Flock in 2024. Over the past several months, controversy around and opposition to the company has spread as reports about the use of the cameras' data has emerged. Demands to cease the use of Flock cameras grew when Santa Cruz police Chief Bernie Escalante confirmed that the city's Flock data had been accessed by out-of-state agencies.
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fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
1 day ago

Santa Cruz votes to terminate its contract with Flock Safety

Santa Cruz terminated its contract with Flock Safety over data-access and privacy concerns and asked staff to find alternative automated license-plate reader options.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

A California homeowner is fighting a $2.4 million fine over beach access and a pickleball court

Homeowner John Levy challenges Coastal Commission fines, alleging due-process violations and disputing enforcement over gates, native vegetation, a wedding site and a pickleball court.
#xai
fromEngadget
1 day ago
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California is investigating Grok over AI-generated CSAM and nonconsensual deepfakes

fromEngadget
1 day ago
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California is investigating Grok over AI-generated CSAM and nonconsensual deepfakes

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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

San Jose approves $8 million settlement in case of college athlete shot by police

San Jose approved an $8 million settlement after police shot college football player K'Aun Green four times following his disarming of a gunman.
fromLos Angeles Times
20 hours ago

Santa Anita horse track installs slot machine-like terminals sure to spark fight

They clearly know what they are doing, they are smart guys, but it is clearly gambling. They will get the appropriate response, politically speaking. When you put illegal gambling machines in a liquor store, it gets shut down. If Santa Anita has illegal machines, they should be out of business. California didn't sign up for racinos [the term for race tracks that have casinos].
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#inflation
#arrest
#prison-violence
fromwww.dailybulletin.com
1 day ago

Mt. Baldy trails reopen following 3 deaths, but dangers persist

Though trails have reopened, hazardous winter conditions still persist and hikers should come prepared to meet snow-covered trails, icy sections, limited visibility, and the possibility of sudden storms, said the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department in a news release. That means evaluating weather conditions, carrying appropriate gear, and understanding personal limits.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

L.A. unions push new tax on companies with 'overpaid' CEOs

Los Angeles unions propose an 'Overpaid CEO Tax' on companies whose CEOs earn 50 times median employees to fund housing, repairs, and social programs.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
22 hours ago

The Ultimate California Coastline Road Trip

A California coastal road trip showcases diverse landscapes from northern redwoods to southern beaches, combining scenic drives, charming towns, wineries, and outdoor adventures.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Bay Area man needs daily assistance for his disability. His workers say he isn't paying them

A Napa resident with a mobility disability repeatedly hired and shortchanged in-home caregivers, leaving multiple aides unpaid and prompting legal claims and collective action.
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fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 day ago

Bay Area man needs daily assistance for his disability. His workers say he isn't paying them

A Napa man repeatedly hires and fails to fully pay multiple in-home caregivers, prompting unpaid claims and disputes.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
23 hours ago

Third San Jose park vandalized in a week, with repairs estimated to cost thousands

Vandal drivers tore up turf at three San Jose parks, causing roughly $10,000 in damage and diverting funds from other park maintenance.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

As Mt. Baldy trails reopen, county sheriff slams feds' 'lack of concern' for visitor safety

Mt. Baldy trails reopened despite hazardous winter conditions and recent hiker deaths; county sheriff calls for stronger Forest Service safety measures, closures, and permitting.
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Attorneys for San Jose Family Accused In 2021 Exorcism Death of Three-Year-Old Claim Racial and Religious Bias

Family members accused in a toddler's death are seeking case dismissal under California's Racial Justice Act, alleging bias and religious misunderstanding.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Dog tased by Richmond police during arrest, agency says

RICHMOND, Calif. (KGO) -- A dog was tased by Richmond police on Monday as they attempted to arrest a suspect. Officers say the incident all started when they approached a DUI suspect They say the dog owner was intoxicated and refused to secure his dog after being asked multiple times. During the interaction, the dog lunged at officers and bit the suspect. Eventually, officers used a taser to secure and separate the dog from its owner.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

No charges filed in 'chain reaction' crash involving e-bike that killed 4-year-old in Burlingame

San Mateo County prosecutors declined to file charges against a 19-year-old driver whose vehicle jumped a curb and killed 4-year-old Ayden Fang.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Teen kidnapped, sexually battered while on way to school in San Jose

A 15-year-old girl was kidnapped and sexually battered while walking to school; police later arrested a suspect after locating his vehicle via license-plate readers.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California surfer escapes shark attack that shreds his board and wet suit, drives to the hospital

My board snapped in half on impact. My friend watching said that I flew in the air,
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

78-year-old Oakland woman hospitalized after purse snatching near Lake Merritt

A 78-year-old woman was hospitalized Wednesday with head injuries suffered when she was robbed of her purse in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood near Lake Merritt, authorities said. He condition was not immediately available Thursday. The violent attack happened about 2:15 p.m. Wednesday in the area of Newton and Lester avenues. According to initial police reports, the woman, who lives in the area, was walking on the sidewalk when a man confronted her and tried to grab her purse.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

No. 6 Duke rides Boozer's big game to 71-56 win over Cal in Berkeley

Duke rallied late behind Cameron Boozer's 21 points and 13 rebounds, overcoming poor shooting to beat California 71-56.
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fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
1 day ago

Court upholds verdict for former California news anchor in appeal of equal pay lawsuit

A San Diego appeals court upheld a $1.775 million judgment for former KUSI anchor Sandra Maas for unequal pay and a related whistleblower claim.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Remembering Gale Bach, planner at Metropolitan Transportation Commission, winemaker, gardener

Berkeley resident Gale Bach, a physicist-turned-planner and winemaker, lived a life of community service, craftsmanship, gardening, and enduring love, dying at 86 from Alzheimer's.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Push for stricter cap on rent increases dies in the California Legislature

California Assembly rejected AB 1157, a proposal to cap annual rent increases at 5% and extend tenant protections to single-family homes.
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fromKqed
2 days ago

California's Cost of Living Keeps Climbing - How Are You Coping? | KQED

High living costs in California force residents into difficult trade-offs like cutting essentials, delaying homeownership, or moving away.
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fromKqed
2 days ago

Tenants 'Crushed' After California Renter Protections Bill Stalls in the Legislature | KQED

AB 1157 faced strong realtor and builder opposition, was narrowed to win support, and proposed limiting annual rent increases to a 5% cap.
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fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Humpday Headlines: BART Has Another Power Issue

Bay Area transit incidents, a fatal I-80 crash linked to alcohol/fatigue, a political ballot bill, tech executive changes, an FBI search, and Saks Global bankruptcy.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: ICE can't be trusted. Can California force accountability?

California is enacting laws to curb federal enforcement tactics, banning masked policing, restricting local officers' federal moonlighting, and enabling citizen lawsuits against federal agents.
#billionaire-tax
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Federal Court Says Prop 50 Gerrymander Is Good to Go, Cites Supreme Court Ruling on Texas Maps

A federal court allowed Prop 50 to proceed, enabling California Democrats to implement partisan redistricting after finding no racial bias.
#billionaires-tax
fromFortune
2 days ago
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'You are really playing with fire with this one': California billionaires tax ignites, pitting labor unions and voters against tech execs | Fortune

fromFortune
2 days ago
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'You are really playing with fire with this one': California billionaires tax ignites, pitting labor unions and voters against tech execs | Fortune

#california-politics
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Cupertino weighs new taxes while facing down mounting financial pressure

Cupertino may add a 2026 tax measure to offset rising public safety costs and revenue losses, proposing sales, hotel/short-term rental, or parcel taxes.
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fromwww.ocregister.com
2 days ago

No Kings': New California bill looks to prevent President Trump from seeking a third term

California bill would let the secretary of state bar constitutionally ineligible presidential candidates, including anyone attempting a third term, from the state ballot.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Clashing with the state, L.A. City moves to adopt lenient wildfire 'Zone Zero' regulations

Critics of Zone Zero, who are worried about the financial burden and labor required to comply as well as the detrimental impacts to urban ecosystems, have been particularly vocal in Los Angeles. However, wildfire safety advocates worry the measures endorsed by L.A.'s City Council will do little to prevent homes from burning.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Letters: GOP chairman's anger for workers misdirected

California requires full state minimum wage for tipped workers unlike many states; GOP criticism should target lawmakers who opposed recent minimum wage bills.
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from48 hills
1 day ago

Should I sign that petition? A handy guide to the clipboards you are seeing on the streets - 48 hills

Paid signature gatherers indicate deep-pocketed sponsors; checking disclosed funders provides a practical signal for whether to sign ballot petitions.
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fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Letters: GOP chairman's anger for workers misdirected

California requires full state minimum wage for tipped workers; GOP lawmakers opposed recent wage increases, and the ICE officer's fatal shooting raises questions about justification and policy compliance.
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

For Bay Area, a winter heat wave arrives, along with Spare the Air alert

Yes, I would say it is, That's a fair thing to say.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 days ago

Alameda briefs: Assembly's Bonta responds to release of ChatGPT Health

Combining AI with personal medical records raises serious data privacy, cybersecurity, and consumer protection concerns that require legislative safeguards.
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fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Oakland plans to send cops to the Super Bowl and World Cup

Oakland will send officers to protect the Super Bowl and World Cup matches despite chronic understaffing, limited fieldable personnel, low recruit counts, and heavy overtime reliance.
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fromFortune
1 day ago

Highway 1 along Big Sur reopens after 3 years of closures amid tourism-destroyin landslide | Fortune

A 90-mile stretch of Highway 1 along Big Sur reopened after three years of landslide damage and roadway collapse, restoring access and tourism potential.
#highway-1
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Solar worker takes panels off wrong Bay Area house; 2 years later, they're still stacked in yard

A solar contractor mistakenly removed the wrong home's pool solar panels, trespassed on the Eso family's property, and left the panels stacked in their backyard.
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fromKqed
4 days ago

Permits Still Tough To Come By For Fire Victims Looking To Rebuild In LA County | KQED

Many homeowners displaced by the fires face long, variable waits for rebuilding permits, with only about 12% in Pacific Palisades and 16% in Altadena permitted.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

After 3 years of repairs, Highway 1 through Big Sur to fully reopen

Big Sur's Highway 1 is fully reopened between Carmel and Cambria after three years of storm-triggered landslides and repairs, restoring uninterrupted coastal travel.
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fromKqed
1 day ago

California Investigates Elon Musk's AI Company After 'Avalanche' of Complaints About Sexual Content | KQED

California strengthened laws to let prosecutors sue companies that recklessly distribute AI-generated non-consensual nude or sexual images, raising damages and lowering proof requirements.
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