Newsom lifts drought measures in parts of California
After two wet winters stretched California's water supplies, Gov. Gavin Newsom has officially lifted a drought emergency declaration for 19…
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'Shameful': Newsom denounces Elk Grove's opposition to housing for homeless people
A Northern California city has agreed to plan more low-income housing and pay the state's legal fees to settle a…
Are AI data centers the next profit bonanza for private utilities?
September 4, 2024 3 am Pacific Time To the editor: An obvious solution to the problem of explosive electricity usage…
Bill would alert drivers who exceed the speed limit by 10 mph
A bill awaiting approval by Gov. Gavin Newsom would require vehicles to include a warning system to alert drivers whenever…
Governor declares state of emergency in Rancho Palos Verdes
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday declared a state of emergency for the city of Rancho Palos Verdes after the…
Supreme Court rules against Oklahoma in dispute over abortion referrals
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an Oklahoma abortion-related appeal, ruling that the Biden administration could cut funding…
Kim Kardashian and her sister visit a fire camp for inmates in Northern California
Kim Kardashian, who in recent years has emerged as an advocate for criminal justice reform, last week visited a camp…
Editorial: A practically empty psychiatric hospital can help more people without becoming a prison
Metropolitan State Hospital occupies 162 acres in Norwalk, roughly the same size as Disneyland. Many of the Metropolitan's structures have…
After a 'hot summer of labor,' California Legislature reluctant to pass union bills
SACRAMENTO — A year ago, thousands of workers went on strike across California, and what became known as the “hot…
Editorial: It's time to raise the federal minimum wage to $7.25 per hour
It's been 15 years since workers earning the federal minimum wage got a raise. The cost of living has risen…