California GOP leaders face scrutiny for supporting sales tax increases
California legislators are sending a bill to Gov. Gavin Newsom that could allow about a dozen counties and cities to raise their sales taxes higher than the usual limit. This has drawn criticism, particularly regarding the unexpected support from two Republican leaders for these potential tax increases. Under current state law, cities and counties can […]
Lexie Hull and Sophie Cunningham join forces on a California beach for some essential rest and relaxation.
Beach Day for WNBA Players Sophie Cunningham and Lexi Hull, who like to call themselves the “mermaids of the Indiana Fever,” took a break on a California beach on Monday for some much-needed downtime. It’s no surprise they jumped at the chance for a leisurely bikini vacation. After all, they aren’t shy about enjoying life […]
California crime operations funded the Bishnoi global terror group.
Major Crackdown on Gangs in California In a significant federal operation, authorities targeted a vast network of gangs in California that were reportedly using the state as a cash flow source, raking in millions through various criminal activities including extortion, drug trafficking, and contract killings. On Tuesday, local and federal law enforcement arrested 11 alleged […]
New index ranks California counties by the cost of insurance.
California’s Housing Market Faces Insurance Challenges California’s once-ideal housing market is becoming increasingly complicated when it comes to insurance. According to a new national map from Insurify, California ranks as the least uninsured state on the West Coast. Both Los Angeles and Santa Cruz counties boast scores over 95 on the Home Insurance Risk Index, […]
Old bones discovered near the California coast may change our understanding of human history.
Recent findings from an isolated archipelago off California’s coast are surprising scientists as researchers uncover remnants of a “lost world”. Located just offshore from Southern California, the Channel Islands hold the secrets of a vanished civilization, piquing interest that might even make Indiana Jones envious. A significant discovery there is the Arlington Springs Man, whose […]
California radiologist Dharmesh Patel found not guilty of attempted murder charges
On Monday, a California judge dismissed attempted murder charges against Dharmesh Patel, a radiologist accused of intentionally driving his family off a cliff. The decision came after the judge noted that Patel, 45, was performing well in a mental health program mandated earlier. In July 2024, he was placed under a two-year transition plan, monitoring […]
Deadly ‘kissing bug’ discovered in California, and those affected might be unaware
A harmful blood-sucking insect, known as the “assassin bug,” has been reported in Southern California. On Monday, San Diego County confirmed its first locally acquired case of Chagas disease. This bug, scientifically referred to as triatomine, can transmit a flu-like illness characterized by symptoms such as fever, headache, cough, abdominal pain, and swelling where it […]
Bishnoi Gang eliminated in widespread raids throughout California after brutal series of killings
On Tuesday, federal agents executed a series of impressive raids aimed at dismantling a significant arm of a transnational organized crime group in California, resulting in the arrests of at least a dozen suspects in the state, with many more apprehended in other locations. Leading the operation was the Los Angeles federal forces, who targeted […]
Leading federal prosecutor in California unexpectedly resigns amid Trump’s pressure, causing anger over his ICE misleading actions in the city.
A federal prosecutor in California has resigned following a confrontation with ICE, where he expressed frustration over perceived support from the left for the agency. Rob Fuentes, a candidate for the Fresno City Council and a former assistant U.S. attorney, faced backlash from his party regarding his involvement in a deportation case. In response, he […]
California avocado growers raise urgent concerns as competition from Mexico increases.
California Farmers Seek Tariffs on Mexican Avocado Imports Farmers in California are urging the Trump administration to implement “substantial” seasonal tariffs on avocado imports from Mexico, citing concerns about the industry’s viability. Andy Shafer, who owns Vista Punta Gorda Farms in Ventura, California, expressed his worries: “If the trends keep going like this, we’ll have […]