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fromABC7 San Francisco
3 hours ago

Candidates for California governor tangle in testy debate with mail voting already underway

Candidates in California's gubernatorial race engaged in sharp attacks during a debate, highlighting divisions on issues like gas prices and immigration.
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fromKqed
6 days ago

Candidates Look to Distinguish Themselves at Chaotic Governor's Debate | KQED

California gubernatorial candidates struggle to differentiate themselves while addressing key issues ahead of the primary elections.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
3 hours ago

Candidates for California governor tangle in testy debate with mail voting already underway

Candidates in California's gubernatorial race engaged in sharp attacks during a debate, highlighting divisions on issues like gas prices and immigration.
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fromKqed
6 days ago

Candidates Look to Distinguish Themselves at Chaotic Governor's Debate | KQED

California gubernatorial candidates struggle to differentiate themselves while addressing key issues ahead of the primary elections.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
5 hours ago

South Bay runner invents radar-based wearable device to improve runner safety

The PAXEV Running Radar alerts runners to hazards approaching from behind through vibration, enhancing safety during runs.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

State officials urge Californians to vote early as primary approaches

Rob Bonta urges California residents to vote early to ensure their ballots are counted amid concerns about delivery and voter intimidation.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Early voting begins as Santa Clara Co. strengthens election security measures

Voting in Santa Clara County is secure, transparent, and safe as officials prepare for the 2026 election cycle.
#san-jose
fromsfist.com
17 hours ago
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Tuesday Morning Topline: Clearer Skies Coming

A five-car pile-up near San Jose resulted in one death due to a driver's medical emergency.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
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San Jose police overtime hit $72M in 2025, audit shows - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's police overtime spending increased by 53% to $72 million, while response times for urgent calls worsened, highlighting recruitment and retention issues.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose police overtime hit $72M in 2025, audit shows - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's police overtime spending increased by 53% to $72 million, while response times for urgent calls worsened, highlighting recruitment and retention issues.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

California failing victims' of violent crime as financial support plummets

Victims of violent crime in California face increased denial of support despite a growing compensation fund.
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fromABC7 Chicago
22 hours ago

Man kills ex-wife's boyfriend before taking own life in murder-suicide

A murder-suicide in Hanford, California, involved Vincent Diaz killing Adrian Valdovinos before taking his own life.
fromABC7 San Francisco
14 hours ago

Jewelry store smash-and-grab robbery shocks shoppers at Pleasanton mall

Thieves smashed glass display cases and ransacked a jewelry store inside an East Bay mall, prompting nearby workers and shoppers to run for safety. Cellphone video shows suspects using hammers to break into Zales Jewelers at Stoneridge Shopping Center.
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fromLos Angeles Times
11 hours ago

Police fire shots on 210 Freeway during pursuit in Sylmar; lane closures snarl traffic

At around 1:30 p.m., Los Angeles Police Department officers were in pursuit of an approximately 25-year-old suspect in the area of the 210 Freeway and Bledsoe Street.
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fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Meet the candidates who want to become assessor-clerk-recorder in San Mateo County

David Canepa aims to reorganize the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder Office to restore accountability and improve employee morale.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Man accused of starting Palisades fire was angry, intense, driving erratically', lawyers say

Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of starting a deadly wildfire in Los Angeles, driven by personal anger and resentment over a failed relationship.
#carnival-cruise
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fromABC7 Chicago
1 day ago

Woman falls to her death aboard Carnival cruise ship traveling from California to Mexico

A female passenger died after falling from a balcony on a Carnival Cruise ship traveling from California to Mexico.
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fromABC7 Chicago
1 day ago

Woman falls to her death aboard Carnival cruise ship traveling from California to Mexico

A female passenger died after falling from a balcony on a Carnival Cruise ship traveling from California to Mexico.
#colombia
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Bomb attack on Colombia highway kills 19 ahead of election

A highway bombing in Colombia's Cauca killed 19 and injured dozens, escalating violence ahead of the presidential election.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Bomb attack on Colombia highway kills 19 ahead of election

A highway bombing in Colombia's Cauca killed 19 and injured dozens, escalating violence ahead of the presidential election.
#california-highway-patrol
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

CHP cracking down on speeding with 24-hour statewide 'Maximum Enforcement Period'

California Highway Patrol's Maximum Enforcement Period targets speeding drivers to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and improve road safety.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Check your mirrors: CHP announces 1-day crackdown on speeding drivers

California Highway Patrol is enforcing speed limits to reduce serious crashes and fatalities on roads.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Regulators seek to suspend State Farm's license, citing widespread mishandling of L.A. wildfire claims

California regulators are seeking to suspend State Farm's license for mishandling wildfire claims and imposing the largest penalty against a state insurer.
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fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Mountain View suburb's 'unusual' water crisis hits 11 days

A Mountain View neighborhood has been without safe drinking water for 11 days due to a cement slurry leak into the main water pipes.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

California says State Farm broke the law handling insurance claims after 2025 LA wildfires

California seeks millions in penalties from State Farm for mishandling wildfire claims.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Ring camera footage shows knife-wielding man acting erratically before arrest in Sacramento

A man was arrested twice in one day for trespassing while wielding a knife in Sacramento County.
fromFortune
1 day ago

Palisades Fire suspect ranted about Luigi Mangione and being angry at the world before sparking the deadly blaze | Fortune

Witnesses reported that Rinderknecht had been driving erratically while on Uber routes around the Palisades on New Year's Eve, describing him as 'angry, intense, driving erratically, and ranting about being 'pissed off at the world.''
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Nevada's hidden earthquake risk revealed as Las Vegas, Reno shake

Recent earthquakes in Nevada highlight the state's seismic risk, particularly around the Lake Tahoe Basin and Las Vegas.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Sinaloa, under the shadow of narcopolitics: This war will never end'

Paola Garate was kidnapped before the Sinaloa gubernatorial elections, highlighting violence against political figures in Mexico.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Family of North Bay teen hurt in crash that killed friend gives update on long recovery

A Rohnert Park teenager, Angi Sharma, is fighting for her life after a car crash that killed her friend and involved DUI charges.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California man hired to kill CHP captain's husband convicted by Kentucky jury

Julie Harding filed for divorce and withdrew more than $220,000 from three bank accounts without Michael Harding's consent, leading to a conspiracy with O'Donnell to kill her husband.
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fromSFGATE
1 day ago

1 dead, dog missing after water rescue at El Dorado County swimming hole

Fatalities occur at the swimming area under Rock Creek Bridge almost every year, due to a naturally occurring hydraulic feature that creates a powerful 'washing machine' effect that is difficult to swim out of.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

SoCal 12-year-old on e-bike collides with a Tesla, suffers significant head injuries

A 12-year-old boy on an e-bike was seriously injured in a collision with a Tesla in San Diego.
#california-governor-race
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

CA gubernatorial candidates rally in Bay Area as vote-by-mail ballots arrive ahead of June primary

Candidates in the California governor's race are actively campaigning as mail-in ballots are being distributed to voters ahead of the June primary.
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fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

As Election Draws Closer, Mahan Continues to Lead in Fundraising

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan leads California governor candidates in campaign funds with $8.9 million, despite polling in single digits.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

CA gubernatorial candidates rally in Bay Area as vote-by-mail ballots arrive ahead of June primary

Candidates in the California governor's race are actively campaigning as mail-in ballots are being distributed to voters ahead of the June primary.
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fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

As Election Draws Closer, Mahan Continues to Lead in Fundraising

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan leads California governor candidates in campaign funds with $8.9 million, despite polling in single digits.
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Taxes, program cuts and Newsom's legacy on the line in budget negotiations

Gavin Newsom aims to leave California with a balanced budget, addressing a chronic deficit before his term ends.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Contra Costa Co. DA agrees to coroner's inquest for Brentwood woman who died in police custody

The family of Yolanda Ramirez is pursuing justice after her death during police interaction, leading to a coroner's inquest.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Two dead, including 1-year-old, in Playa Del Rey hit-and-run crash

A southbound vehicle crossed into the northbound lane and struck a second oncoming vehicle, Los Angeles police said. One man died at the site of the crash as a result of his injuries.
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

What is an 'ash devil'? Rare fire phenomenon rises in Phelan's Trinity Fire

Firefighters encountered a rare ash devil phenomenon while battling the Trinity Fire in San Bernardino County, highlighting its potential dangers.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

In a first, LAPD officers could lose their certification over an improper shooting

California's police accreditation body may strip two LAPD officers of their badge for using excessive force in a 2021 shooting.
#california-politics
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fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Political campaign texts flood California voters' phones as election nears

California voters are overwhelmed by political campaign texts, leading to frustration and fatigue amidst a flood of ads and outreach.
#autonomous-vehicles
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fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

California approves testing of driverless semi-trucks despite union pushback

California DMV has approved testing of heavy-duty autonomous vehicles, including semi-trucks, on state roads.
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fromSFGATE
5 days ago

California cracks down on self-driving cars with new rules

California DMV will ticket autonomous vehicle companies for traffic violations starting July 1, 2026, enhancing oversight and accountability.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

California approves testing of driverless semi-trucks despite union pushback

California DMV has approved testing of heavy-duty autonomous vehicles, including semi-trucks, on state roads.
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fromSFGATE
5 days ago

California cracks down on self-driving cars with new rules

California DMV will ticket autonomous vehicle companies for traffic violations starting July 1, 2026, enhancing oversight and accountability.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Woman bitten on the ankle by a rattlesnake, seventh reported bite in Ventura County

The latest rattlesnake bite is the seventh reported in Ventura County over the course of about six weeks. Year to year comparison, we are definitely seeing more rattlesnake bites this year than we have in previous years.
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fromABC30 Fresno
5 days ago

CHP plane catches two suspected copper wire thieves in the act near high-speed rail overpass

The rope that they tossed over Mountain View is now tied to the hitch of the truck they're trying to drive away with it pulling down other wires with it.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Tucker Carlson nicotine pouches among $4 million in stolen cargo recovered in Vernon

$4 million in stolen cargo, including nicotine pouches, was recovered in Vernon, leading to one arrest for receiving stolen property.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Your guide to the California state controller race: Democrat Malia Cohen faces challengers

Cohen improved the timeliness of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report but faced criticism for unmet campaign promises and handling of audits.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

CHP searching for semi-truck driver who drove off after fatal crash on Livermore freeway

The California Highway Patrol is seeking help to find the driver of a semi-truck involved in a fatal crash on I-580 in Livermore.
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fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Interstate 5 near Patterson fully shut down after big rig topples over

Interstate 5 near Patterson is closed due to a big rig accident causing a hazmat incident and significant delays.
#benicia
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fromKqed
5 days ago

California's Fuel Fears Threaten Benicia's 'Just Transition' to Green Economy | KQED

Benicia faces economic challenges after Valero refinery closure, impacting local businesses and employment due to reliance on oil production.
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fromKqed
5 days ago

California's Fuel Fears Threaten Benicia's 'Just Transition' to Green Economy | KQED

Benicia faces economic challenges after Valero refinery closure, impacting local businesses and employment due to reliance on oil production.
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fromSFGATE
4 days ago

I-5 closed after big rig crash in Stanislaus County on Friday

Interstate 5 is closed in both directions near Patterson due to a big rig crash with major injuries reported.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Pope Leo's Pick for West Virginia Bishop Came to US Illegally From El Salvador

Evelio Menijar-Ayala, who arrived in the United States at the age of 18 as an undocumented immigrant, became a U.S. citizen in 2006 after applying for asylum.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Attorney General Rob Bonta, Bay Area officials warn of dangerous misuse of e-bikes

Modified electric bicycles are exceeding legal speed limits, creating safety risks on streets and sidewalks.
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fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Council favors ban on overnight RV parking

San Carlos City Council is considering increasing parking fines and possibly banning RVs to address parking issues.
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fromPadailypost
5 days ago

5 candidates want to be state insurance commissioner

The election of the next insurance commissioner is crucial for Californians facing rising insurance premiums and market instability.
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fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Man arrested at SFO among 5 detained following shooting of Uber passenger

Five suspects arrested in connection with a shooting that killed a woman and injured a man during a late-night party in Sacramento County.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Britney Spears was charged with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol in California.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Here's what happens to your money if inflation relief funds are not claimed by Thursday deadline

You have to activate it AND move the funds off of it before the deadline. ANY funds remaining on a Middle Class Tax Refund debit card - activated or not - will disappear at the deadline.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Colorado lawmakers act to reality-check Prop 123 housing targets

Colorado cities struggle to meet affordable housing goals set by legislation, prompting state lawmakers to amend existing laws to prevent fund loss.
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Suspect 'Late for Work' Takes CHP on High-Speed Chase, Crashes on Active Railroad Track

The suspect led officers on a high-speed chase on and off the freeway and along multiple surface streets before the pursuit was called off due to the high risk to public safety.
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#california-governor-debate
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago
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All 8 candidates for California governor clash in first complete debate as Primary Election looms

Candidates for California governor debated key issues as the Primary Election approaches, focusing on cost of living and political accountability.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
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Candidates for governor scrap in fiery debate that may grab voter attention, finally

Candidates for California governor debated high costs of living, with Becerra and Hilton exchanging sharp criticisms as the primary election approaches.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

All 8 candidates for California governor clash in first complete debate as Primary Election looms

Candidates for California governor debated key issues as the Primary Election approaches, focusing on cost of living and political accountability.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Candidates for governor scrap in fiery debate that may grab voter attention, finally

Candidates for California governor debated high costs of living, with Becerra and Hilton exchanging sharp criticisms as the primary election approaches.
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fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Driverless Cars Will Start Getting Tickets In California Starting July 1

New regulations empower California officials to enforce traffic laws on driverless vehicles starting July 1, including ticketing and operational limits.
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fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

Fresnoland: How a Fresno judge shut down landmark environmental suit against Caltrans' Highway 99 expansion - Streetsblog California

Residents successfully halted freeway construction in Carmel-by-the-Sea due to environmental concerns, leading to the protection of Hatton Canyon.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

California to share data on immigrant drivers nationally, report says

California will share driver's license information, including that of undocumented immigrants, with an outside organization, raising concerns about deportation risks.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Scott Peterson lawyers plan appeal after new evidence rejected by judge

The prosecution's case was based on circumstantial evidence and bluntly state, 'No direct, physical or forensic evidence was found supporting any part of the prosecution's theory or otherwise implicating (Peterson).'
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fromABC7 Chicago
6 days ago

Nick Reiner returns to court in killings of parents Rob and Michele Reiner

Nick Reiner is charged with murdering his parents, Rob and Michelle Reiner, and has pleaded not guilty.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

D4vd murder case hearing will determine how soon evidence could spill into public view

Evidence in the murder case against singer D4vd may become public following a hearing regarding charges of killing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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fromArs Technica
6 days ago

Attempt to repeal Colorado's right-to-repair law fails

A controversial bill in Colorado aimed at weakening repair protections has failed, marking a victory for right-to-repair advocates.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California to share data on immigrant drivers nationally

California plans to share driver's license data, risking deportation for over 1 million unauthorized immigrants.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

ICE quietly opens another detention center in a former California prison

ICE has opened a new 700-bed detention facility in California's Central Valley, increasing the total number of detention centers in the state.
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fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

Streetsblog Reviews Last Weeks California Bike Summit, Part 1: Advice on Living with Caltrans - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 960 mandates Caltrans to ensure safe infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians during highway repairs in California.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Lawsuits accuse State Farm of secretly working to cut insurance payouts

State Farm denied a claim for hail damage, leading to lawsuits from homeowners across the country.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Arrest Made In 35-Year-Old Cold Case Rape and Murder In Placer County

Cindy Wanner, a 35-year-old mother, disappeared on November 25, 1991, while cleaning her sister's home, leaving her infant child behind. Her remains were discovered weeks later, revealing she had been brutally raped and strangled.
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#billionaire-tax
fromFortune
1 week ago
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California is angry about billionaires: the one-time wealth tax will be on the ballot in November | Fortune

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fromFortune
1 week ago

California is angry about billionaires: the one-time wealth tax will be on the ballot in November | Fortune

A proposal to tax billionaires in California has qualified for the November ballot, aiming to generate $100 billion for healthcare funding.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

California billionaire tax proposal garners enough signatures to head to ballot

A proposal for a one-time 5% tax on California billionaires has gathered enough signatures to qualify for the November ballot.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

California's billionaire tax proposal is on track to qualify for the November ballot

California proposes a one-time 5% tax on billionaires to generate $100 billion for healthcare funding.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Billionaire-tax backers say they have enough signatures - times two - to qualify for ballot

A proposed 5% tax on billionaires' assets aims to generate $100 billion for healthcare funding in California.
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fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 week ago

Man pleads guilty in Hunts Point crash that killed Rockland County teen, Brooklyn man

A man pleaded guilty to manslaughter for a crash that killed two passengers and injured another in Hunts Point.
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fromKqed
1 week ago

California Bill Ending Tax Break for Corporate Landlords Fails to Advance | KQED

A bill to eliminate tax breaks for owners of 50 or more single-family homes has stalled in California's legislature despite prior promises to curb corporate overreach.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

VIDEO: High winds send hot air balloon crashing into NorCal casino

A hot air balloon intended for a hotel groundbreaking in Sacramento broke loose, leading to a dangerous free flight but landed safely without injuries.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Silicon Valley mental health crisis team at risk of losing funding - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's TRUST program, a non-police mental health crisis team, faces funding challenges despite high demand and effectiveness in crisis stabilization.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

One man has filed 1,800 disability lawsuits against SoCal shops. Store owners are fed up

Anthony Bouyer has filed over 231 ADA lawsuits in L.A. County this year, targeting small businesses for accessibility violations.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

ABC LA interview from 2017 appears to feature SoCal man arrested in Correspondents' Dinner shooting

A man charged the White House Correspondents' Dinner, firing shots and targeting administration officials, leading to a swift response from Secret Service.
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Monday Morning Headlines: Backcountry Skier Dies Despite Large Rescue Effort

Road repaving on 19th Avenue completed ahead of schedule; significant closures expected on May 8 and Memorial Day Weekend.
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fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Police seeing an increase in e-bike violations

Palo Alto police report increased traffic law violations by student e-bike riders, prompting discussions on safety measures and education.
fromABC13 Houston
1 week ago

Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes, authorities say

Access has been difficult due to blocked roadways and downed utilities, but crews have continued pushing forward to reach those in need.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Copper thieves slicing telephone lines in North Bay, cutting phone and Wi-Fi service

Copper wire thefts in Sonoma County are disrupting phone and internet services for residents.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

A teenager was slain in a Santa Ana drive-by. Could a reward help find her killer?

Victoria Barrios, 18, was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting in Santa Ana, believed to be an unintended target of gang violence.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

O.C. deputies shoot man who had brandished gun at his ex's new boyfriend, authorities say

Deputies opened fire on the suspect at 3:50 a.m. and rendered medical aid. Paramedics transferred him to a nearby hospital where he remains in critical condition.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Voter ID is headed for California's November ballot

The measure requires election officials to verify that registered voters are U.S. citizens, aligning with a Republican-led push for new restrictions on voters.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Explosion in southwest Colombia kills at leat seven, state governor says

Authorities in Cauca demand government action after a deadly explosion killed seven and injured twenty on the Pan-American Highway.
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