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fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

Commentary: Who won and who lost in Thursday night's California gubernatorial debate? Our columnists weigh in

No candidate has captured California’s political zeitgeist, leaving voters with unclear visions and a crowded field where debates fail to inspire support.
#hit-and-run
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

San Leandro police chief charged in 2025 hit-and-run crash, DA says

San Leandro Police Chief Angela Averiett faces misdemeanor hit-and-run charges after an off-duty Interstate 580 crash where she allegedly left the scene.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Arrest made in Playa del Rey hit-and-run that killed man and his 1-year-old nephew

A person was arrested in connection with a hit-and-run that killed a 1-year-old boy and his uncle in Playa del Rey.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

San Leandro police chief charged in 2025 hit-and-run crash, DA says

San Leandro Police Chief Angela Averiett faces misdemeanor hit-and-run charges after an off-duty Interstate 580 crash where she allegedly left the scene.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Arrest made in Playa del Rey hit-and-run that killed man and his 1-year-old nephew

A person was arrested in connection with a hit-and-run that killed a 1-year-old boy and his uncle in Playa del Rey.
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fromKqed
1 day ago

California Must Move Faster on Wildfire Risk, Experts Warn | KQED

California lawmakers are urged to shift wildfire policy toward community resilience, home hardening, and defensible space while protecting insurance access and lowering costs.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
11 hours ago

The seven trackers who traveled to Mexico to search for dozens of missing migrants

Relatives and officials search for 83 missing migrants in Chiapas after multiple disappearances along the same route to Oaxaca, with no confirmed outcomes.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
8 hours ago

Santa Clara County officials denounce proposed detention center - San Jose Spotlight

No federal detention center will be built near Gilroy without opposition from Santa Clara County leaders and community groups.
#california-gubernatorial-race
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fromABC7 San Francisco
16 hours ago

1-on-1: San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan remains confident while polling in 6th in CA gubernatorial race

Mail-in ballots are just starting to reach voters, and Matt Mahan says his campaign is gaining momentum in polling through increased outreach and a housing-focused record.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'Calmate, Antonio': The most fiery moments from the governor's debate

California's gubernatorial race features Democratic frontrunners Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer facing attacks over their records, while moderate candidate Matt Mahan struggles to gain traction despite aggressive debate performance.
fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

Newsom offers early peek at rosy budget projections

Hours before Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to present his budget plan on Thursday, his office released new projections of a $16.5-billion state revenue windfall over three years and offered a rosy outlook on California's fiscal position during his final year in office and the year after. Newsom's office provided few details about his plan to reduce spending or other adjustments that he would need to propose in combination with the increase in revenue to eliminate projected deficits from 2026-27 through 2027-28.
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fromLos Angeles Times
11 hours ago

SoCal man sold $80 million in cannabis products and didn't report it, state prosecutors say

A man operating about 30 unlicensed cannabis dispensaries faces 66 felony charges for evading $7.1 million in taxes and money laundering.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
23 hours ago

San Jose child hospitalized after suffering life-threatening injuries; police investigating

San Jose police responded to a home after a child was found unresponsive and not breathing, with life-threatening injuries, and an ongoing investigation.
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fromSFGATE
8 hours ago

Invasive golden mussels found in Santa Clara water treatment plant

Golden mussels are spreading across California, damaging water infrastructure and ecosystems, prompting Kern County and San Joaquin County to declare local emergencies.
fromsfist.com
9 hours ago

San Leandro Police Chief Placed on Leave Following Misdemeanor Hit-and-Run Charges

A year after San Leandro Police Chief Angela Averiett was accused of swiping the side of another car in the East Bay then driving off, she now faces misdemeanor charges and has been put on administrative leave. San Leandro's police chief, Angela Averiett, is now on administrative leave after being charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run Tuesday, stemming from an incident in Dublin last May, which was initially reported by ABC 7's Dan Noyes and covered by SFist in April.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
10 hours ago

Estremera: Investing in the future of water - San Jose Spotlight

Aging water and flood infrastructure in Santa Clara County requires modernization, including rebuilding Anderson Dam for earthquake resilience and improving creek flood protection.
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fromABC30 Fresno
16 hours ago

Gov. Newsom announces $1 billion rebate program for electric trucks

A $1 billion rebate program will provide $7,500 to $120,000 incentives for new electric medium and heavy-duty commercial trucks in California starting June 26.
fromArs Technica
10 hours ago

Energy supplier abandons Lake Tahoe residents to serve data centers

Lake Tahoe's local electricity provider, California-based Liberty Utilities, has been obtaining 75 percent of its power from the Nevada-based company NV Energy. But the latter has said it will stop providing power to the Lake Tahoe region by May of next year, according to extensive reporting by Fortune.
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#sales-tax
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fromPadailypost
1 week ago

10% sales tax? County signs on to a bill that would make that possible

San Mateo County voted 3-2 to support a state bill allowing a future half-cent sales tax increase for voter approval.
#autonomous-vehicles
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
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Glitch Allows Waymos to Enter Flooded Roads, Prompting Probe, Voluntary Recall

fromEngadget
2 days ago
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Waymo recalls nearly 4,000 robotaxis after a car drove directly into a flooded road - Engadget

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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Waymo driverless cars are coming to the West Valley - San Jose Spotlight

Waymo expands driverless ride-sharing into West Valley cities, prompting local officials to weigh safety benefits against limited local control and transit impacts.
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Glitch Allows Waymos to Enter Flooded Roads, Prompting Probe, Voluntary Recall

Waymo voluntarily recalled nearly 3,791 robotaxis after reports of entering flooded streets, following incidents in Texas and a federal investigation.
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fromEngadget
2 days ago

Waymo recalls nearly 4,000 robotaxis after a car drove directly into a flooded road - Engadget

Waymo recalled 3,791 robotaxis after a flooded-road incident, issuing an over-the-air software fix without service visits and limiting flash-flood areas.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Newsom to propose fund to help California wildfire victims rebuild

A $100-million state fund would help wildfire victims rebuild by guaranteeing construction loans and subsidizing interest rates during construction.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Meta profited from illegal scam ads, California county lawsuit alleges

Santa Clara County sued Meta for profiting from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram, seeking restitution, damages, and an injunction.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Disabled veterans may be getting a big property tax break in California

Assembly Bill 2022 would expand California property tax exemptions for severely disabled veterans, offering 50% relief or full exemption under $40,000 income.
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

East Bay Family Sues PG&E, Contractors Over Home Explosion That Injured Six

A gas-leak explosion in Ashland injured three people and destroyed a rental home, leading to a lawsuit against PG&E, contractors, the county, and the landlord.
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fromKqed
1 day ago

Chad Bianco Wants Changes in Sacramento in Run for Governor | KQED

Bianco prioritizes dismantling major California environmental protections, while the Los Angeles World Cup host committee posts human-rights guidance that critics say lacks actionable planning and omits ICE details.
#traffic-collision
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

13 people injured, including 1 in critical condition after bus crash in Santa Clarita

A Santa Clarita Transit bus collision injured 13 passengers, with one person in critical condition, and caused major vehicle damage and local road closures.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Two people killed in in head-on car crash near Palmdale

Two people died and two were injured in a head-on crash after an Infiniti veered into oncoming traffic; alcohol may have contributed and seat belts were not worn.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

13 people injured, including 1 in critical condition after bus crash in Santa Clarita

A Santa Clarita Transit bus collision injured 13 passengers, with one person in critical condition, and caused major vehicle damage and local road closures.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Two people killed in in head-on car crash near Palmdale

Two people died and two were injured in a head-on crash after an Infiniti veered into oncoming traffic; alcohol may have contributed and seat belts were not worn.
#traffic-accident
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

11 injured in Santa Clarita crash involving bus, big rig and car

Eleven people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Santa Clarita involving a bus, semitruck, and car at Golden Valley Road and Centre Point Parkway.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

13 injured in Santa Clarita crash involving bus, big rig and car

Thirteen people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Santa Clarita involving a bus, a semitruck, and a car at Golden Valley Road and Centre Point Parkway.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

11 injured in Santa Clarita crash involving bus, big rig and car

Eleven people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Santa Clarita involving a bus, semitruck, and car at Golden Valley Road and Centre Point Parkway.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

13 injured in Santa Clarita crash involving bus, big rig and car

Thirteen people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Santa Clarita involving a bus, a semitruck, and a car at Golden Valley Road and Centre Point Parkway.
#homelessness
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago
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San Jose to close only homeless safe sleeping site over a year after opening amid budget shortfall

San Jose plans to close the Taylor Street Navigation Hub due to a $56 million budget deficit, citing increased shelter capacity and no expected returns to the street.
fromCalMatters
1 week ago
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CalMatters spent two years researching Homekey. Here's what we found

Homekey produced thousands of homes but lacked oversight, leaving promised units unbuilt and enabling fraud and business failures.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

San Jose to close only homeless safe sleeping site over a year after opening amid budget shortfall

San Jose plans to close the Taylor Street Navigation Hub due to a $56 million budget deficit, citing increased shelter capacity and no expected returns to the street.
California
fromCalMatters
1 week ago

CalMatters spent two years researching Homekey. Here's what we found

Homekey produced thousands of homes but lacked oversight, leaving promised units unbuilt and enabling fraud and business failures.
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fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Council opts not to close Churchill at the tracks

Palo Alto kept the Churchill Road rail crossing open, funded crossing guards, and moved toward a quiet zone to reduce horn noise while balancing safety.
#california-politics
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fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Some Democrats Float Strategy of Waiting Until Final Days to Vote In Primary For Governor, Focusing on Frontrunner

Democrats fear vote-splitting in California’s June primary could cost them in November, prompting some to urge voting late for the current frontrunner.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

How MAGA Sheriff Chad Bianco is shaking up the 2026 California gubernatorial primary

Chad Bianco campaigns for California governor on a tough-on-crime platform rooted in his sheriff record, blaming Democrats and seeking expanded enforcement and deportations.
fromKqed
6 days ago
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California's Fast-Moving Governor's Race; Rural Midwives Create Birth Center in Eureka | KQED

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fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Some Democrats Float Strategy of Waiting Until Final Days to Vote In Primary For Governor, Focusing on Frontrunner

Democrats fear vote-splitting in California’s June primary could cost them in November, prompting some to urge voting late for the current frontrunner.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

How MAGA Sheriff Chad Bianco is shaking up the 2026 California gubernatorial primary

Chad Bianco campaigns for California governor on a tough-on-crime platform rooted in his sheriff record, blaming Democrats and seeking expanded enforcement and deportations.
fromKqed
6 days ago
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California's Fast-Moving Governor's Race; Rural Midwives Create Birth Center in Eureka | KQED

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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Diesel prices surge across Bay Area as California fuel costs hit record highs

Diesel prices are rising rapidly nationwide, with California paying far more, sharply increasing costs for trucking and construction and affecting consumers.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Man hit in face with bottle in violent confrontation with teen e-bike riders in Huntington Beach

A Huntington Beach man reported being hit with a bottle and kicked after riding past a group of teenagers on e-bikes; a minor was cited and police investigated.
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fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Fire crews make grim discovery of 2 bodies in underground vault in Fresno

Firefighters responding to smoke from an underground utility vault near an overpass in Fresno found two deceased people after power was cut and the fire was extinguished.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Campbell Library opens after two years of construction - San Jose Spotlight

Librarians led hundreds of residents on tours to highlight the special features of the building. The May 9 celebration, hosted by the Santa Clara County Library District, afforded the huge crowd of eager residents a first glimpse of the new facility. Lion dancers, story time with characters, a musical performance and a bubble show were part of the festivities surrounding the long-awaited grand opening of the Campbell Library on Saturday.
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fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Arrest made in Safeway stabbing

A man stabbed at a Redwood City Safeway fired a gun at his attacker but missed, striking a monitor instead; the suspect was arrested.
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fromKqed
3 days ago

Preschools Struggle As Transitional Kindergarten Grows | KQED

State bills seek workplace AI protections, while mobile crisis services face funding changes that could reduce or end county-provided teams.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Bramson: Preventing homelessness is more effective than criminalizing it - San Jose Spotlight

Homelessness prevention requires statewide, evidence-based strategies to keep people housed, while encampment cleanup policies assume homelessness will continue and focus on displacement control.
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fromsfist.com
3 days ago

DA Dismisses Sexual Assault Case In San Francisco Involving Four Baltimore Police Officers

Insufficient evidence prevented San Francisco prosecutors from charging four off-duty Baltimore police officers accused of sexually assaulting a woman in September 2024.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Months after opening, Palo Alto police headquarters is largely empty - San Jose Spotlight

A $123.5-million public safety building remains largely unoccupied due to an unresolved dispute over change orders and unfinished work with its main contractor.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Drug gang attacks force hundreds of Indigenous families to flee' in Mexico

Indigenous families in Guerrero, Mexico fled after Los Ardillos intensified drone and high-caliber weapon attacks, killing people and forcing hundreds to seek safety.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Amazon halts sales of illegal high-speed ebikes in California after fatal crashes

Amazon will stop selling certain high-speed electric bicycles in California and remove noncompliant listings after safety incidents and a state consumer alert.
#eviction-data
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fromKqed
1 week ago

Teaching First Responders About Human Remains Recovery After Wildfires | KQED

California eviction data reporting has major gaps, prompting calls for SB 1160 to require courts to share aggregated filing data publicly.
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fromKqed
1 week ago

Teaching First Responders About Human Remains Recovery After Wildfires | KQED

California eviction data reporting gaps persist, prompting a bill to require courts to share aggregated filing information for public tracking and better homelessness prevention.
California
fromKqed
1 week ago

Teaching First Responders About Human Remains Recovery After Wildfires | KQED

California eviction data reporting has major gaps, prompting calls for SB 1160 to require courts to share aggregated filing data publicly.
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fromKqed
1 week ago

Teaching First Responders About Human Remains Recovery After Wildfires | KQED

California eviction data reporting gaps persist, prompting a bill to require courts to share aggregated filing information for public tracking and better homelessness prevention.
#e-bike-safety
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Amazon says it won't sell e-bikes in California that exceed state speed limits

Amazon will stop selling certain high-speed e-bikes in California after deadly crashes and state guidance on speed limits and e-bike classification.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Amazon halts high-speed e-bike sales in California following fatal crashes

Amazon agreed to stop California sales of certain high-speed e-bikes after fatal collisions and a state safety alert.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Amazon says it won't sell e-bikes in California that exceed state speed limits

Amazon will stop selling certain high-speed e-bikes in California after deadly crashes and state guidance on speed limits and e-bike classification.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Amazon halts high-speed e-bike sales in California following fatal crashes

Amazon agreed to stop California sales of certain high-speed e-bikes after fatal collisions and a state safety alert.
#bomb-threat
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Authorities investigate bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department conducted a sweep of Six Flags Magic Mountain after bomb threats, with K-9 units and CHP shutting access to the entrance.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain prompts search, investigation by sheriff's deputies

A bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain triggered a sheriff investigation and search before the park’s scheduled opening.
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Authorities investigate bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department conducted a sweep of Six Flags Magic Mountain after bomb threats, with K-9 units and CHP shutting access to the entrance.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain prompts search, investigation by sheriff's deputies

A bomb threat at Six Flags Magic Mountain triggered a sheriff investigation and search before the park’s scheduled opening.
from6abc Philadelphia
3 days ago

Over 350 earthquakes recorded during seismic swarm in Imperial County, including 4.7 magnitude

"At this time, there is no immediate threat to public safety and no major infrastructure damage has been identified within the city," the city wrote. A viewer who didn't want to be shown on camera called the local ABC station on Saturday about the swarm and said she felt another earthquake while she was on the phone.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Imperial County earthquake swarm begins to slow after over 350 recorded quakes

A seismic swarm near Brawley, Imperial County, is slowing, with no major damage or injuries reported so far.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Oil rig off Southern California coast catches fire, dozens of workers evacuated, officials say

Emergency crews were able to safely evacuate the 26 workers on Platform Habitat, an operating oil rig about 9 miles off the shore from Carpenteria, though two minor injuries were reported, according to Petty Officer Kenneth Wiese, a spokesperson for the U.S. Coast Guard.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

California Fans First Act would cap how much concert tickets can resell for amid soaring prices

California’s Fans First Act would limit ticket resale prices to curb scalping and speculators and improve access to affordable live entertainment tickets.
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fromFortune
4 days ago

Mexican cartel armed with powerful weapons and explosives launched from drones attacks rural communities, forcing 800-1,000 families to flee | Fortune

Los Ardillos attacks in Guerrero have forced 800–1,000 families to flee after drone-launched explosives and heavy gunfire over days.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Man shot and killed while breaking up fight at Wilmington pizza shop

A 26-year-old man was fatally shot while trying to stop a fight at a pizza shop; the suspect fled on foot and the investigation continues.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Proposed San Jose hotel tax critical to avoid cutting services - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose voters will decide whether to raise the hotel tax from 10% to 12% to fund core services and avoid cuts.
#public-health
fromsfist.com
6 days ago
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Day Around the Bay: Low-Income California Families With Newborns to Receive 400 Free Diapers

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fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Low-Income California Families With Newborns to Receive 400 Free Diapers

California hospitals will provide 400 free diapers to new babies for low-income families.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

California to provide free diapers to newborns leaving hospitals in 1st-in-the-nation program

California will provide 400 free diapers per newborn at participating hospitals, expanding access for low-income families statewide.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Cal Fire employee charged with rapes; claim alleges lengthy assault occurred at station

A Cal Fire firefighter-paramedic is accused of raping three women, including one during duty, while a victim alleges the agency failed to intervene for hours.
#criminal-justice
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Judge rejects no-jail plea in case of man who plowed into L.A. County deputy recruits

Nicholas Joseph Gutierrez withdrew a guilty plea after a judge rejected a plea deal, and he will face trial for a wrong-way crash that killed one recruit and injured others.
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fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Jury Convicts Man of Shooting Mountain View Police Officer

A jury convicted Jeffrey Choy of attempted murder of a police officer after a point-blank shooting during a 2022 traffic stop.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Judge rejects no-jail plea in case of man who plowed into L.A. County deputy recruits

Nicholas Joseph Gutierrez withdrew a guilty plea after a judge rejected a plea deal, and he will face trial for a wrong-way crash that killed one recruit and injured others.
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fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Jury Convicts Man of Shooting Mountain View Police Officer

A jury convicted Jeffrey Choy of attempted murder of a police officer after a point-blank shooting during a 2022 traffic stop.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Teen dies after losing control of electric motorcycle in Garden Grove

A 13-year-old died after an illegal electric motorcycle crash in Garden Grove involving loss of control and impact with a center median.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Cal Fire prepares for potentially active 2026 California wildfire season

Cal Fire is expanding aircraft, crews, and public readiness efforts for a potentially dangerous wildfire season in California.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Police activity closes all eastbound lanes of I-580 in Livermore, creating severe traffic alert

All eastbound lanes of I-580 at CA-84 in Livermore are closed due to police activity involving a mental health crisis, with no reopening estimate.
#santa-clara-county
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Early voting begins as Santa Clara County mails ballots - San Jose Spotlight

Over 1 million Santa Clara County voters will receive mailed ballots for a June 2 primary, with officials expecting the highest midterm turnout in years.
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fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

Despite Sales Tax Boost from Measure A, County Faces More Healthcare Cuts

Santa Clara County faces a $787 million shortfall despite a new sales tax generating $337 million, leading to significant budget cuts and job eliminations.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Rosen: Santa Clara County's invisible police squad saves lives - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's District Attorney's Bureau of Investigation plays a crucial role in combating gun violence and other crimes.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Mountain View neighborhood starts seeing clean water once again after 2 weeks of contamination

Safe tap water has resumed for 46 homes near Cuesta Drive in Mountain View, while 21 homes remain under emergency measures.
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fromSacramento Bee
1 week ago

Budget crisis, monkey fights and more: Sacramento's top stories for 5/7

UC Davis primate center faced USDA findings tied to human error, enclosure size violations, and monkey fights, including an incident involving welding failure and escape.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Family sues Riverside County after sheriff's deputy runs red light, killing a man and injuring his fiancee

A sheriff’s deputy allegedly drove recklessly through a red light at about 100 mph, causing a fatal crash and catastrophic injuries.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

After years of disaster-level landslides, Rancho Palos Verdes will finally get some federal aid. Is it enough?

Almost three years after landslides in Rancho Palos Verdes began accelerating and expanding, prompting an ongoing local emergency, federal officials have secured the area some long-requested federal aid. U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Ted Lieu announced Thursday that officials in Rancho Palos Verdes are set to receive almost $2.3 million for two landslide mitigation projects. These are the first federal funds directed to the landslide area since the city declared a local emergency in October 2023, when land movement began reaching unprecedented levels, tearing up roads, splitting homes and upending utilities.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Newsom pledges to move forward with Delta water tunnel in California

A 45-mile Delta water tunnel faces strong opposition and uncertain funding, with its future depending on the next governor and major water agencies.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Motorcyclist is shot on 215 Freeway, temporarily closing lanes for police investigation

A motorcyclist was shot in the leg on the 215 Freeway, prompting police to close southbound lanes in Riverside County for hours before reopening them.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Primm offered a cheap, closer option than Vegas for Southern Californians. Then came the tribal casinos

Primm Valley Resorts will close July 4, ending the last full-time casino on the Southern California-Nevada border as nearby tribal casinos draw customers.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Gov. Gavin Newsom announces new diaper program for newborns

California’s Golden State Start will give 400 free diapers to every newborn at participating hospitals, prioritizing Medi-Cal families and expanding statewide.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Mountain lion wanders near SoCal homes, crawls under a vehicle before being sedated

Mountain lion tranquilized and released after wandering near homes in Escondido, California.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Police think this contraption can bring high-speed chases to an end

Sheriff's department uses Grappler device to stop fleeing suspect, preventing injury to bystanders.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Man arrested in connection to $1.5 million Napa Co. property tax check fraud scheme: authorities

Napa County taxpayers' property tax checks totaling $1.5 million were stolen through mail fraud, leading to one arrest and ongoing investigation.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California county discovers trove of unopened ballots from last election in a locked box

The outcome is unacceptable and runs counter to the core of what this office stands for. While the mistake occurred after an election worker did not follow proper procedures, the responsibility for what happened ultimately sits with me.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Sweeping California law on single-use plastic meets with outrage from all sides as it goes live

Environmental groups sue over California's new single-use plastic law, citing weak regulations and exemptions favoring the plastic industry.
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fromwww.7x7.com
1 week ago

NorCal dominated this year's list of the Best California State Parks for camping, hiking, views + more.

Northern California state parks dominated a survey of over 2,000 voters selecting favorite open spaces, winning 10 of 12 categories across camping, hiking, wildflowers, and other recreational categories.
fromCharlotte Observer
1 week ago

200,000 California-based jobs are missing because of remote work, study says

From 2019 to 2024, if California's employment in heavily remote job groups had grown at the nationwide rate, the state would have had 200,000 more jobs in 2024 than it actually had. Since 2019, employment in jobs that have high rates of remote work, such as those in the technology and finance sectors, grew by 16% in the rest of the U.S., while employment in those sectors only grew by 7% in California.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Authorities search home linked to 1996 killing of college student Kristin Smart

Authorities searched a home connected to Paul Flores, convicted of killing Kristin Smart in 1996, continuing efforts to locate her remains nearly three decades after her disappearance.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

South Bay runner invents radar-based wearable device to improve runner safety

The PAXEV Running Radar alerts runners to hazards approaching from behind through vibration, enhancing safety during runs.
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Humpday Headlines: Shooting at Cinco de Mayo Party In Santa Rosa Injures One

A shooting at a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Santa Rosa injured one person amid an altercation.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

State officials urge Californians to vote early as primary approaches

Rob Bonta urges California residents to vote early to ensure their ballots are counted amid concerns about delivery and voter intimidation.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Candidates for California governor tangle in testy debate with mail voting already underway

Candidates in California's gubernatorial race engaged in sharp attacks during a debate, highlighting divisions on issues like gas prices and immigration.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Is California at risk of a gasoline shortage amid the Iran war? Experts explain

I do not see presently -- at least up to six weeks -- a supply shortfall. Beyond that, based on what we're hearing from the industry and what we've observed, the pricing will move molecules to California, but it will come at a price.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Bay Area parks rank among California's best, according to new statewide poll

Several Bay Area state parks are recognized as top destinations in California for their scenery, recreation, and visitor experiences.
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