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‘We don’t want this!’ rage shoppers after self-checkout item ban as millions of Americans forced to pay extra fee
A PROPOSED ban on an item at self-checkout has left some shoppers up in arms. The change would affect millions of Americans, leaving them paying an extra fee for the grocery essential. Customers in California could be directly affected starting in September, as officials in Encinitas, north of San Diego, vote on Senate Bill (SB) […]
New cannabis cafe bill heads to governor’s desk
California is on the verge of a potential shift in its cannabis industry, as the state Legislature has passed a bill that could pave the way for cannabis cafes where patrons can enjoy both cannabis and a meal. The proposed legislation, Assembly Bill 1775, which now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature, would allow cities to authorize dispensaries to serve food and nonalcoholic drinks, and even host live entertainment, alongside the consumption of cannabis products.
Californians to face steep fines for violating water orders under new legislation
California lawmakers late Friday approved a massive increase in fines for water scofflaws after ranchers intentionally defied state orders and pumped water from the drought-plagued Shasta River for eight days. Two years ago, state officials imposed the maximum fine allowed under law — $4,000, or roughly $50 per rancher, causing...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom celebrates launch of nation's first hydrogen hub
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRCR) — California Gov. Newsom announced California as the first state in the nation to launch one of the country's seven hydrogen hubs. Newsom celebrated Friday alongside U.S Under Secretary of Energy David Crane, Sen. Alex Padilla and other local, state and federal leaders in Oakland. The...
Americans to get one-term payment from $1.1m wages settlement – no action is needed to get the cash
A SOFTWARE company agreed to pay current and former employees $1.1 million to resolve a class action lawsuit. Customer service representatives who worked for [24]7.ai may be entitled to a portion of the settlement after the company allegedly failed to fairly compensate employees. According to the wage-and-hour class action lawsuit,...
Football Game Recap: Wood Takes a Loss
Wood was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They lost 41-21 to the American Canyon Wolves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 29-12 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2019.
Elon Musk now says mail-in ballots are "insane," but that's how he voted in California
Earlier this year, Elon Musk slammed voting by mail, calling it “insane” and falsely suggesting it is linked to widespread election fraud. However, Musk's own voting record, obtained by NBC News, shows that the tech tycoon voted twice by mail prior to moving out of California in 2020.
RNC chair calls out Trump’s election claims: "The president can tell stories"
Republican National Committee co-chair and 2020 election denier, Michael Whatley, pushed back on Donald Trump’s suggestion that he could have won California if Jesus himself had counted ballots. “If Jesus Christ came down and was the vote counter, I would win California, OK?” Trump told Dr. Phil in a...
Bear Insider Video: WR Trevor Rogers & RB Jamaal Wiley
Two of the most pleasant surprises from the 2024 frosh class have been running back Jamaal Wiley and receiver Trevor Rogers. "It's a lot more fast-paced," Wiley, who totaled 3,334 yards and 41 touchdowns during his three prep at Stafford High School in Texas noted of the difference in talent he’s facing vs what he’s seen in his first month on the field at Cal.
Video: Employees at City of Brentwood Continue to Speak Out
Employees of the City of Brentwood again took to the city council meeting to express frustration of working without a contract and fair wages. Since July 1, employees have been working without a contract after a 3-year agreement had expired. During negotiations, which began in January, more than 50 proposals have been sent to the city, which have been rejected.
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