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Anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes rise in California
Hate crimes against members of the LGBTQ+ community have risen for the second year in a row, according to the latest “State of Pride” report from the California Department of Justice. Between 2022 and 2023, the report showed hate crimes motivated by anti-LGBTQ bias increased more than 86%...
Antonio Villaraigosa Announces Second Run for California Governor, Promising Problem-Solving Leadership
Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Mayor of Los Angeles, has thrown his hat into the ring for California's gubernatorial race in 2026, aiming to lead a state where he believes anything is possible with hard work and determination. His campaign announcement, which aired on both NBCLA and Telemundo 52, places Villaraigosa in a growing roster of Democratic contenders vying for the seat as Governor Gavin Newsom reaches the end of his term, according to NBC Los Angeles.
Big Boy brought thousands of people and generated millions of dollars for Roseville
(FOX40.COM) — From July 11 to July 14, UP 4014 ‘Big Boy’ called Roseville home and brought tens-of-thousands of people into Placer County’s largest city, bolstering the local economy. As part of Union Pacific’s ‘Big Boy’ UP4014 2024 Westward Bound Tour, Roseville was one of two major display days stops as the worlds largest operating […]
Christmas in July returns to Pixie Woods in Stockton Saturday
Santa Claus is making a stop this weekend at Pixie Woods Children's Park for the annual Christmas in July event. Holiday cheer will overflow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at the children's amusement park at 3121 Monte Diablo in Stockton. "Celebrate Christmas in July. Santa will make a...
Eye-popping construction costs intensify California’s chronic housing shortage
It’s not hyperbole to declare that California’s most serious economic, social and political issue is its chronic shortage of housing, particularly for families in the lower income brackets. As the yawning gap between demand and supply, especially in urban areas, pushes costs upward, it drags down the economy...
California EV sales down compared to prior year, leaving EV mandate in question
(The Center Square) - California battery-electric vehicle sales are stabilizing after peaking halfway through 2023 and entering steady decline. BEV sales peaked at 102,730 in the second quarter of 2023, bottoming out at 89,503 in the fourth quarter of 2023, before recovering to 101,443 in the second quarter of 2024. However, with BEV market share remaining in the same steady 21% range since the start of 2023, it’s unclear how the state is going to meet a new mandate for 35% of vehicle sales to be BEVs by model year 2026, which will start in 2025. ...
California Hellcat muscle car theft ring busted after allegedly posting video of thefts on social media
Three San Joaquin Valley men are facing a combined 26 charges of allegedly stealing high-performance "muscle" vehicles from across California and then bragging about the thefts on social media accounts. The men — ranging in age from 19 to 23 years old — were arrested in Visalia and Hanford by state and local police on suspicion of conspiracy, operating a chop shop, auto theft, possessing stolen goods, and various firearms charges. ...
Elon Musk to Relocate Company X Headquarters to Austin Amid California Legislative Frustrations
Elon Musk, CEO of the company X, formerly known as Twitter, has planned to relocate its headquarters to Austin, Texas, a move that follows his other ventures, including Tesla and the Boring Company, to the state. Musk's decision, as publicly stated on X, was spurred by the passage of a California bill that affects the notification process for parents regarding their child's gender identity expression at school. According to an article by KVUE, the business magnate referred to this piece of legislation as "the final straw."
Reno crypto CEO, vocal election skeptic donated to Stockton mayor candidate, records show
Six weeks before a tight March 5 primary, Stockton mayoral candidate Christina Fugazi received her largest campaign donation yet. It came from an unexpected source: the Nevada-based Republican cryptocurrency businessman Robert Beadles, known for his prolific claims about alleged election fraud. On Jan. 22, Beadles gave Fugazi's election committee $5,500, campaign finance records show. ...
Injured Gaza teen travels to California for prosthetic treatment
SAN FRANCISCO - A 15-year-old boy from Gaza arrived in California on Tuesday to undergo medical treatment for life-altering injuries he suffered in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Ahmed Abu Obeida, who uses a wheelchair due to his injuries, flew into San Francisco International Airport. He said he looks...
Only California Has More Confrontational Drivers than Missouri
Don't mess with Missourians when they're driving. That's one of the takeaways from a new survey which reveals only California has more confrontational drivers than Missouri does. This is no small potatoes ranking based on one person's opinion. It's a deep dive by Forbes Advisor based on 9 different metrics...
Idaho’s Air Quality Crisis: The Hidden Dangers of Wildfires and Pollution
Summers in the Western United States are a challenge. Whether you live in Arizona, California, or our state of Idaho, it's hot. The summer of 2024 is projected to be one of the hottest and most dangerous on record, posing a significant threat to our communities. . Fortunately, the Gem...
New Bill Needs Governor’s Signature to Ease Black Job Crisis
As a pastor and community activist in South Los Angeles, I’m daily reminded of how much poverty has affected the financial and spiritual wellbeing of our Black communities. With rising inflation, from food to gas prices, Black folks are being outpriced in their own communities. And because of historic discrimination, Black people face disproportionately high unemployment rates, leaving them unable to take care of their families and vulnerable to chronic poverty, homelessness and incarceration.
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