California State

Latin Times

Five new laws went into effect this past July 1 in California that are expected to have an impact on residents' pockets. Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has gained some national notoriety in recent weeks thanks to his endorsement of President Biden ahead of the November elections following a disappointing first debate performance, signed the laws earlier this year.

Five new laws that will have an impact on Californians' pockets

Oregon State

Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate as a wildfire rages out of control in northern California, with a swathe of the United States in the grip of a "record-breaking and dangerous" heatwave that was complicating firefighting efforts. Over 25,000 people in the area were under orders to evacuate on Wednesday, local NBC affiliate KCRA reported.

Thousands told to flee raging California wildfire

On July 2, a fire broke out in Butte County, Calif., that has since grown to about 1,443 hectares in size. The state of California is no stranger to wildfires during the summer months. 2020 saw the worst ever year for wildfires in coastal state, with over 1.7 million hectares burned and a total of over 8,600 fires.

Blazing wildfires in northern California cause mass evacuations

UPI News

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation making California the first U.S. state to prohibit schools from outing transgender students to their parents.

Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill barring schools from outing LGBTQ students to parents

CBS Sacramento

SACRAMENTO — California Governor Gavin Newsom's office issued a response Tuesday after leaked emails from his chief of staff show hardball negotiations over Prop 47 reforms and Newsom's effort to keep a statewide initiative off the November ballot.Republicans and Democratic lawmakers are blasting the exchange and leak for different reasons.CBS News California Investigator Julie Watts first broke this story Monday, showing some of tense the behind-the-scenes messaging in the emails as deadlines near.The email chain from Gov. Newsom's Chief of Staff Dana Williamson reads:"…and point of personal privilege. It's really rude that you agreed to a meeting and then backed...

Gov. Newsom's office responds to leaked emails showing hardball negotiations over Prop 47 reform

Lancaster County, PA

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NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Blanco, TX

Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

San Francisco, CA

WashingtonExaminer

In the Planet of the Apes franchise, San Francisco is shown in the future as one of the few remaining human colonies. The city is overgrown with vegetation, and the buildings are crumbling, while the human government is incompetent and living under the constant threat of being attacked by mutant gorillas. Despite all this, the […]

San Francisco has become a nightmare

San Jose, CA

Police are investigating the death of a 3-year-old Fremont girl as a homicide after discovering her body early Saturday at a San Jose recycling plant. Ellie Lorenzo was reported missing Friday after her father was found dead in San Francisco, according to the Fremont Police Department. Before dawn the next...

Toddler’s death probed as homicide after her body was found at a South Bay recycling plant

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

KSP’s Operation Summer Heat makes 206 drug trafficking arrests, saving lives in safer state

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
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Police Log, 7/10/2024

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Hey there, sunshine! Ready to dive into the lingo of the Golden State? Grab your avocado toast and get comfy, because we’re about to explore 15 slang terms that’ll have you talking like a true Californian faster than you can say “hella cool!”. Hella. The ultimate intensifier,...

15 Slang Words Only People from California Know

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Orange County, CA

Kern County, CA

SJV Water

An Orange County court on Friday approved an injunction mandating that Mojave Pistachios LLC pay $30 million in back fees owed to the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority for pumping groundwater without an allocation in Kern County’s eastern desert. That $30 million is the accumulation of a $2,130-per-acre-foot fee...

Kern pistachio farmer ordered to pay $30 million in back fees to high desert groundwater agency

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

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Southern California school district sues Gov. Newsom over new gender-identity law

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A Southern California school district involved in an ongoing legal battle with the state over the district’s gender-identity policy sued Democratic Gov....

Southern California school district sues Gov. Newsom over new gender-identity law

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