In a surprising move, California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, decided to veto a bill that aimed to control the potential dangers of highly advanced AI models. This bill, SB 1047, was at the center of a heated debate among activists and companies involved in AI development. Supporters warned about the r
In an unexpected turn, California Governor Gavin Newsom decided not to sign the SB 1047 bill that aimed to regulate high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) models. The governor had concerns about the bill's lack of specific safety details. Instead of approving it, he chose to collaborate with AI expe
You might be surprised to hear that a plan to keep AI safe just got stopped in its tracks. California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill from Senator Scott Wiener (D) that was designed to prevent dangerous incidents involving powerful AI systems. The governor felt the rules weren't clear enough for
Are you ready to see something amazing this weekend? The Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, might light up the skies over Northern California. Usually, these colorful lights are seen near the North Pole, but they sometimes travel south. This could happen on Friday night into Saturday mo
California, once a beacon of progress, is now grappling with severe challenges. Homelessness has skyrocketed, crime rates are on the rise, and affordability is plummeting. This crisis begs the question: is California's dream still achievable? The fate lies in the hands of our state leaders. Democrat
California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken a significant step towards promoting equity and fairness in college admissions by signing legislation that bans private nonprofit colleges from giving preference to applicants based on family connections. This move is set to take effect in September 2025, a
Lawmakers in California are trying to tackle the long-standing issue of sudden gas price hikes. They've proposed a new law that would require fuel refineries to keep a certain amount of gasoline in reserve. This is meant to make sure there’s enough supply, especially during summer when prices often
California is gearing up for an unusual water year. Experts warn of crazy weather swings, including extreme rain, severe droughts, and scorching heatwaves. The water year starts on October 12 and wraps up on September 30 next year. Usually, the fall brings some rain, with most of it falling between
California has taken a significant step towards promoting merit-based admissions by banning legacy admissions at private colleges and universities that accept state funding. This move aims to ensure that every student has an equal opportunity to get ahead through hard work and skill, rather than rel
California's public education system is facing a major crisis due to the state's failure to comply with its education budget formula, Proposition 98. The formula, approved by voters in 1988, guarantees minimum funding amounts for California public schools and community colleges. However, Governor Ga
