In August 2025, a screenshot went viral online. It claimed to show California Governor Gavin Newsom's press office responding to Bed Bath & Beyond's announcement. The screenshot said the press office posted a rude message with an expletive and "BYE" on X (formerly Twitter). Many people believed it a
A 7-month-old boy, Emmanuel Haro, has been missing since mid-August, and his parents, Jake and Rebecca Haro, are now behind bars, accused of murder. The story took a dark turn when inconsistencies in the mother's account raised red flags. Rebecca initially claimed she was attacked by a stranger whi
California is facing a serious reading crisis. Many students are struggling to read at grade level. A new bill, AB 1454, could change how reading is taught in the state. This bill focuses on evidence-based reading instruction. It includes phonics and vocabulary. This method is different from the who
Playboy is making a big change. They are moving their main office from Los Angeles to Miami Beach. The company's boss, Ben Kohn, says California is not a good place for businesses. He thinks it is too costly to run a company there. Miami Beach, on the other hand, is welcoming. Kohn says the city is
In the heart of California's San Fernando Valley, ordinary homes took on extraordinary roles. These weren't just houses; they were stages for adult films, blending everyday life with fantasy. A photographer named Larry Sultan found himself drawn to this unusual world. He noticed the small details th
With Kamala Harris out of the running for California's governor, the race is wide open. The field is packed with candidates, each trying to stand out. Former U. S. Rep. Katie Porter seems to have a slight edge. She's been raising money fast and has some support in polls. But others, like Xavier Bece
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were spotted enjoying a sunny day at Santa Claus Beach in Carpinteria, near Santa Barbara. They were there to teach their son, Archie, how to surf. Archie, who is six years old, is already showing a love for adventure and the outdoors.
California is considering a bold move to redraw its political maps. This comes after Texas Republicans announced plans to adjust their own districts. The idea is to balance the political playing field. But there are big questions about whether this is a good idea. Governor Gavin Newsom is leading t
California's political landscape might look quite different if ranked choice voting became the norm. This system, where voters rank candidates by preference, has already made waves in places like New York City. In the recent mayoral race, a lesser-known candidate, Zohran Mamdani, beat a well-establi
In California, the presence of air conditioning (AC) in homes plays a significant role in health outcomes during hot weather. Researchers have looked at data from 27 cities and found that having AC can lower the risk of heat-related hospital visits. However, it does not completely eliminate the dang
