California diaper contract worth $6.2 million raises concerns for Newsom administration

California diaper contract worth $6.2 million raises concerns for Newsom administration

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration made a contract public on Friday following scrutiny over a noncompetitive designation for the state’s $6.2 million diaper initiative, and concerns about delays in revealing the agreement. The deal with Baby2Baby, a nonprofit, aims to provide 400 free diapers to families with newborns at select hospitals across California. Newsom stated […]

Map reveals surprising locations of Flock camera surveillance in California

Map reveals surprising locations of Flock camera surveillance in California

California has a vast network of surveillance cameras, reminiscent of the paranoid tone in Rockwell’s song “Somebody’s Watching Me,” all set to capture the details of people going about their day. According to DeFlock maps, the U.S. features over 117,000 Flock Safety automatic license plate readers, with more than 16,000 stationed in California alone. These […]

Real estate fraud shakes affluent California community as officials alert residents

Real estate fraud shakes affluent California community as officials alert residents

Orange County Warns Residents About Rental Scams on Social Media Officials in Orange County have recently advised residents to be cautious of rental scams appearing on social media platforms. The Placentia Police Department (PPD) has shared tips on how potential renters can safeguard themselves and what to do if they encounter a fraudulent Facebook post. […]

The Biscar Fire becomes the largest in California this year

The Biscar Fire becomes the largest in California this year

Large Wildfire Erupts in Northern California A wildfire in Northern California, which began as a relatively contained incident, has now surged to become the largest fire in the state this year. The Visker Fire in Lassen County, initially reported to have burned approximately 4,000 acres since Saturday, has expanded to over 30,000 acres, triggering widespread […]

California gas faces a setback as a judge rejects oil companies’ arguments

California gas faces a setback as a judge rejects oil companies' arguments

A federal judge has turned down the argument from Sable and Exxon that Santa Barbara County unlawfully “deprived” them of property by not granting permits for offshore oil production. Last week, Chief U.S. District Judge Dolly Gee ruled in favor of Santa Barbara County and the Environmental Defense Center, leading to the dismissal of claims […]