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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...
Unaffordable energy prices: What are California lawmakers doing about it?
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California state lawmakers are considering a package of five bills focused on reducing utility bills for customers — and clean energy. “Too many California families are at a breaking point,” said Democratic Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine), who is the author of two bills focused on energy affordability.
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,...
3 Central Valley dairies come down with the bovine bird flu
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The California Department of Food and Agriculture confirmed three cases of the avian flu among Central Valley cows Friday. “It is something that can transmit through a herd fairly quickly, and so that’s why identifying potentially sick cows… on the early side is so important,” Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan […]
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.
Six Flags introduces new All Park Passport for California parks including Magic Mountain
North America’s largest amusement park operator, Six Flags, just introduced a new pass to its California Parks starting in 2025. Knott's Berry Farm and California's Great America joined the Six Flags family, which includes Six Flags Magic Mountain, on July 1 when legacy Six Flags merged with Cedar Fair. “It’s clear that our guests...
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