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Understanding California Proposition 33: Allowing cities to pass stronger rent controls
About a dozen cities in Southern California have some form of local rent control. That list includes Los Angeles, Inglewood and Santa Ana. But a 1995 state law puts limits on what kinds of rent regulations cities across California can impose. The goal of Proposition 33 is to repeal that law and allow cities to enact tougher forms of rent control.
'Pillowcase Rapist' expect to be released, could be placed in Antelope Valley
Convicted rapist Christopher Hubbart, also known as the "Pillowcase Rapist," will be released from the Department of State Hospitals and could be housed in an Antelope Valley community; however, before his release, officials want to hear from the public about Hubbart's placement.A Santa Clara judge found Hubbart suitable for conditional release in March 2023. Hubbart has a long history of committing violent sex crimes against women, with sex assaults dating back to 1973, 1982 and 1990. He was convicted in Los Angeles and Santa Clara counties for a series of rapes.Hubbart admitted to raping and assaulting about 40 women between...
Brush fires breaks out along 14 Fwy in Santa Clarita amid intense SoCal heat wave
Three small brush fires broke out along the 14 Freeway in the Santa Clarita area Wednesday amid a heat wave that's expected to keep its grip on Southern California through the week.The fires started along the northbound freeway lanes near the Newhall, Placerita Canyon and Soledad Canyon roads, according to the Angeles National Forest.AIR7 was overhead as crews worked to contain the flames in three separate spots in relatively close proximity to each other.The fires sent plumes of smoke into the air, but firefighters made quick progress suppressing the flames. About 10 acres were burned in total.No structures were threatened, but drivers were warned to be careful traveling through the area.Firefighters are assisting the LACoFD, battling multiple fires along State Hwy 14 near the Newhall, Placerita Cyn Rd, and Soledad Cyn Rds exits. Motorists please exercise extreme caution in the area @LACoFDPIO @CHP_Newhall @CaltransDist7 pic.twitter.com/J4v7d7BmGT— Angeles National Forest (@Angeles_NF) September 4, 2024 The cause of the fires wasn't immediately known, but the extreme temperatures across the area raised concerns about the risk of rapid-moving fires.
How to stay safe during Southern California’s latest heat wave
The latest heat wave to hit Southern California is expected to last throughout the workweek. Extreme temperatures are forecast for communities throughout the Los Angeles region, reaching between 110 and 115 degrees in the San Fernando Valley. Burbank, Woodland Hills, Pasadena, and Palm Springs are also expected to see triple-digit temperatures. Downtown L.A. and coastal […]
Nearly undetectable card skimmer found at Southern California gas station
Police in one Southern California city have seized an illegal card skimmer from a gas station that was virtually impossible to detect. The skimmer was attached to a gas pump card reader and PIN pad at an ARCO station in the 13500 block of Euclid Street in Garden Grove, that city’s police department shared on […]
San Diego County Supervisors back reparations movement in California
SAN DIEGO — San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 last week to support state bills focused on reparations. County officials say the bills aim to right historic injustices against the descendants of formerly enslaved people. The county has signaled their support for a package of 14 bills...
Swim warnings issued for some of Southern California’s most popular beaches amid heat wave
Southern California is entering one of the hottest stretches of the summer, but health officials are warning residents not to use some of Los Angeles County’s most popular beaches to cool off. The warnings were issued because tests showed bacterial levels have exceeded health standards at several beaches, including Mothers Beach in Marina del Rey […]
CA bill restricts AI replications of dead performers
Artificial intelligence is growing fast, but laws to regulate it have been slow to follow. The state senate has now passed a bill that many are calling a win, requiring consent before using AI to recreate a dead performer's likeness.The rapidly developing technology of AI makes it easier than ever to impersonate famous figures, raising new concerns. Public figures and performers are worried that deepfakes and other fabricated videos could negatively impact their legacy after they are gone."There's a certain integrity for yourself," said local actor Robert Chestnut. "For someone just to be able to take it and just squash...
California legislators in stalemate over governor's special session focusing on gas prices
SACRAMENTO – A stalemate at the California State Capitol and Democrats are divided over a special session focused on California oil companies and allegations of price spikes.The Governor ordered the special session and the state senate did not show up, refusing to follow the order. It's the first time it's ever happened in state history.Gov. Gavin Newsom seemed to play it cool, as he presided over this unusual California Constitutional crisis."And I applaud and appreciate the joint statements from the speaker as well as the pro Tem, who I met with over an hour last night," Newsom said. The problem is...
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