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California Child Sex Trafficking Bill Passes Key Hurdle
The bill passed after a controversial provision making it a felony to purchase 16- and 17-year-olds for sex was removed.
California Increases Water Supplies to Farms, Residents
The state’s water resources department has upped its allocation to 50 percent of what was requested by customers.
S&P Downgrades Los Angeles Bond Rating Amid $1 Billion Budget Deficit
The ratings agency also said that further downgrades could be looming.
Thousand of LA County Workers Set to Strike Over Alleged Unfair Practices
Union workers are expected to walk off their jobs starting at 7 p.m. April 28. The county disputes the charges of labor law violations.
University of California Rejects Ethnic Studies Requirement for Admission
The California Department of Education estimated that creating this new required course would cost $276 million annually, according to the UC Senate review.
California Bill Would Require Warnings on Social Media Sites to Protect Users
The bill’s authors say the black-box warnings would help shield children and teens from ‘addictive features and harmful content.’
California Became the World’s Fourth-Largest Economy in 2024
The state’s economy ranked fourth-largest internationally behind the United States as a whole, China, and Germany.
Los Angeles Police Release Video of Armed Confrontation That Wounded Author, Wife of Weezer Bassist
Jillian Lauren was released on a $1 million bond on suspicion of attempted murder pending further investigation.
Hundreds of Falun Gong Practitioners Gather at Chinese Consulate in San Francisco
Falun Gong practitioners rallied at the consulate to commemorate the anniversary of the group’s peaceful appeal for freedom of belief in China 26 years ago.
A Historical Hill in San Diego, a Tribute to California’s First Presidio
The lesser-known Presidio in San Diego is wroth a trip; visitors discover Californian history, architecture from the 18th century, and beautiful city views.
California’s New Oil Drilling Permits Drop From Thousands to Dozens per Year
New permits have plummeted while dependence on foreign imports is hurting the environment and the economy, critics say.
AI Robot Baristas Arrive in Silicon Valley, but San Jose’s Coffee Culture Rests on Community
The AI-powered robot barista isn’t just part of the scene at NCM Cafe in San Jose—it’s the centerpiece.
California School District Votes to Ban Boys From Girls’ Sports
Board members voted after hearing dozens of speakers representing both sides of the issue.
California Bill to Prohibit Lawmakers From Signing NDAs Advances in Legislature
If passed, violation of the law would be punishable as a misdemeanor under the Political Reform Act of 1974.
California Proposes Regulations to Allow Testing of Self-Driving Heavy Duty Vehicles
The proposed regulations are open to a 45-day public comment period, ending on June 9.
Saks Fifth Avenue to Close Store in San Francisco’s Union Square
The luxury retailer will become the latest big-name company to close its doors in the once-thriving downtown shopping district.
San Jose Police Warn Public of Car Theft Trend
To protect your vehicle, the police recommend taking measures such as installing a GPS tracking device.
Bay Area Dog Surfing Contest Raising Funds as Permitting Costs Soar
Last year’s event drew thousands, prompting Pacifica officials to charge organizers more for parking, cleaning, and public safety.
Bill to Tax Vacant Storefronts Rewritten Following Pushback, Passes Committee
The bill would now require people who own commercial property to submit information on whether and why their properties are vacant.
