Netflix's action thriller 'Rebel Ridge' hits the jackpot with sweet revenge
In Jeremy Saulnier’s “Rebel Ridge,” a “Rambo”-inspired take on racial discrimination and the insidious banality of evil that permeates American…
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'Rust' prosecutor asks judge to reopen Alec Baldwin murder case
In defense of the state’s handling of the “Rust” shooting, New Mexico special prosecutor Kari T. Morrissey asked the judge…
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…
'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…