California: L.A. County increases its sales tax rate, ranking among the highest in the nation
Los Angeles County is set to increase its sales tax from 9.75% to 10.25%, putting it among the highest rates in the country. This decision follows the passage of Measure ER, which voters approved earlier in the summer. The sales tax hike took effect on Thursday after being approved on June 2nd. With this change, […]
Justice Department Intensifies Pressure on California After Judge Halts Glock Ban
On Wednesday, attorneys from the Justice Department submitted a notice to a federal judge in California, referencing a recent ruling that halted a Glock ban in Connecticut. The DOJ had initiated a court case aimed at overturning California’s “Unsafe Handgun Act” and the Glock prohibition after California Attorney General Rob Bonta chose not to engage […]
New highway cameras in Southern California catch 100,000 speeding motorists during initial trial
A well-known beach town in California has seen a staggering number of speeders caught by newly installed speed cameras along the Pacific Coast Highway, totaling 100,000 in just under ten days since their activation. The City of Malibu has implemented advanced speed cameras as part of its PCH Speed Safety System over a 21-mile area, […]
Gavin Newsom Directs California to Retain ‘AI’ Terminology Following Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ Rename
California Governor Signs Order on AI Terminology Amid Trump Debate California Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, issued an executive order on Wednesday mandating state agencies to use the term “artificial intelligence” instead of President Trump’s proposed “superintelligence.” This move stands as a clear counter to Trump’s rebranding effort. Over the course of two days, tensions […]
Jonathan McKinsey, an executive, reportedly shot by his in-laws in California
Father’s Emotional Appeal Amid a Tragic Murder Case A touching Facebook post from a father asking his son to come home has gained attention just days after a New York Times executive was reportedly shot and killed by his 77-year-old in-laws in a California park. Jonathan McKinsey, the executive in question, had shared a cheerful […]
Tech CEO from California taken into custody for allegedly bringing $300 million worth of restricted AI chips into China.
California Tech CEO Arrested for Alleged Smuggling of AI Chips On Wednesday, federal agents detained a tech CEO from California, accused of illegally exporting over $300 million worth of restricted AI chips to China. Greg Lui, 38, also known as “Yiu Kong Lui,” hails from San Gabriel and faces multiple federal charges for allegedly selling […]
California State University System Considers Ending English Test for International Students
California State University System Considers Change to English Proficiency Requirement The California State University system is exploring the possibility of eliminating the English proficiency test that international students currently need to pass for enrollment. This potential change could allow students whose first language is not English to bypass the Test of English as a Foreign […]
McDonald’s use of AI for menu pricing results in significant price differences in California
Price Variations for Big Macs Across McDonald’s Locations in California Think that a Big Mac is priced the same at every McDonald’s? Well, that’s not quite the case. In California, customers are realizing that the cost of their go-to fast-food meals can vary from one location to another—sometimes by a dollar or even more. This […]
Steve Hilton calls Xavier ‘B-ass Becerra’ before the California governor debate
Xavier Becerra might not be thrilled about his new nickname, but Steve Hilton is doing his best to make it catch on. In an interesting twist, Hilton has taken a jab aimed at Becerra during the 2024 election cycle and turned it into a campaign tactic before the CNN debate on Wednesday. He launched a […]
DOJ comically RIDICULES Newsom after he approves laws to limit ICE activities in California
California Governor Signs Immigration Restrictions California Governor Gavin Newsom has been ridiculed by a U.S. attorney after enacting new measures aimed at limiting federal immigration operations in the state. In his efforts to enhance his political profile—potentially eyeing a presidential bid in 2028—Newsom has aggressively opposed the Trump administration. In a pointed response, First Assistant […]