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New California law bars cities from implementing voter ID requirements
Gov. Gavin Newsom has taken aim at Huntington Beach with a new law that prevents the governing body overseeing elections in California from requiring voter identification at the polls. In March, voters in the beachside city approved a measure requiring residents to show valid identification when casting a ballot. The measure, which impacts city elections, is expected […]
Vomiting, cramps and lethargy: As heat rises, California kids are sweltering in schools with no air conditioning
In her fifth grade class in a Los Angeles school, on a day when outdoor temperatures reached 116 degrees, the heat gave Lilian Chin a headache. The air conditioner in her classroom was broken. Her fingers felt numb and she vomited in class, according to her mother. The nurse wasn’t available, so she was sent back to her hot classroom.
California lawmakers advance bill that aims to keep gas prices from spiking
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The California state Assembly approved a bill Tuesday backed by Gov. Gavin Newsom aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking, particularly in late summer months when demand for gas goes up. The legislation would authorize state energy regulators to set requirements for companies to maintain a certain level of fuel on hand — using existing storage to avoid gas prices from increasing suddenly when refineries go offline for maintenance. The state would have to determine first that the benefits of any minimum inventory rules outweigh the potential cost to consumers under the bill. “This bill incentivizes fuel refineries to plan proactively, saving Californians — consumers — billions at the pump while maintaining profits,” said Assemblymember Gregg Hart, a Democrat representing Santa Barbara who authored the bill. “Let’s take action now to provide relief to Californians who need gasoline in their cars to get to work, drive their children to school, vote and visit loved ones.” The Assembly also advanced a bill requiring state energy officials to release a report to lawmakers by July 1, 2025, on proposals to increase gas supply. The bills still need the state Senate’s approval before reaching the governor’s desk.
Heat Wave Brings Extreme Temperatures to Bay Area, Northern California
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory for the Bay Area, as hot and dry conditions prevail over the coming days. A building high-pressure system will lead to some of the highest temperatures of the year, affecting both coastal and inland areas.
California Wildfires Have Burned One Million Acres So Far This Year
The total acres burned in California this year surpassed one million as spiking temperatures added to the challenges facing firefighters struggling to contain the Line Fire that flared up again in the San Bernardino Mountains over the weekend. Evacuation orders were expanded once again on Monday for Seven Oaks and...
Newsom wraps up bills, heads to Mexico
CALIFORNIA, USA — While Gov. Gavin Newsom is in Mexico to attend the inauguration of its first female president, legislators’ work isn’t done — and some who also planned to go aren’t thrilled to be stuck in Sacramento. Today, Assemblymembers will meet in a special...
California Pizza Kitchen Is Sending Home Free Pizzas to Guests Who Try Their Newest Creations to Celebrate National Pizza Month
COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 1, 2024-- California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the iconic restaurant brand renowned for bold, innovative flavors with a California point of view, is rewarding guests who celebrate the true potential of pizza during National Pizza Month. The brand announced its BOGO for the Bold offer, designed to encourage all pizza fans to experience its newest innovations instead of defaulting to their usual pizzas. For the entire month of October, anyone who orders the brand-new Burnt Ends BBQ Pizza or returning fan-favorite Bacon & Brussels Pizza in a participating restaurant or online will receive a FREE Take & Bake Pizza from one of the five best-selling flavors to enjoy later at home *. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241001524683/en/ California Pizza Kitchen debuts brand-new Burnt Ends BBQ Pizza and returning fan-favorite Bacon & Brussels Pizza for National Pizza Month. (Photo: Business Wire)
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