California is facing a serious issue with wild mushrooms. Recently, many people got sick from eating them. Three people even died. This is a big problem because usually, only a few people get sick from mushrooms each year. The main culprit is the death cap mushroom. It's one of the most dangerous t
California's super-rich are worried. A new plan to tax their wealth is on the table. And they're not happy about it. So, they're fighting back. With big money. Peter Thiel, a well-known venture capitalist, just donated $3 million to stop this plan. He gave the money to a group called Californians A
Florida's basketball team showed their strength on January 10, 2026, with a strong win against the 21st-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. The final score was 91-67, extending Florida's winning streak at home to 15 games. Boogie Fland had a standout performance, scoring a season-high 23 points. His impres
California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, decided to skip the traditional budget reveal, leaving his finance chief to deliver the news. The state is facing a $3 billion deficit, but the real concern is that this number could balloon to $22 billion next year. The budget, nearly $349 billion, is a gamble,
Florida's Live Local Act, a 2023 law aimed at tackling housing affordability, is facing resistance from some wealthy areas. These communities are putting up barriers to block new housing developments, despite the law's incentives like tax breaks and easier zoning rules. The law was designed to enco
California is looking at a big change in how schools are run. The governor wants to give the next governor more control over education. This could mean less power for the elected state superintendent. The plan comes from a report by a group of researchers. They say the current system is too confusi
Florida is making a big move in politics. Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state will start redrawing its congressional districts in April. This could give the Republican Party up to five more seats in Congress. Why is this a big deal? Well, the party in power usually loses seats in midterm
California is making big moves to tackle its housing crisis. The state's housing finance agency just hired Katherine McFadden to lead their multifamily programs. This is a huge deal because the agency has already pumped $3. 4 billion into affordable housing in just two years. They're not slowing dow
California's coastal regions are dealing with serious flooding issues. Heavy rain and unusually high tides have caused major problems. These conditions have led to mudslides and flooding, making travel difficult in some areas. In Santa Barbara County, the local airport had to close. Floodwaters cov
California is picking a new leader, and this time, it's not about fame or flashy personalities. The state has had its share of both. Remember Gray Davis? He was all about politics, with years of experience but not much charisma. Then came Arnold Schwarzenegger, the action movie star who won hearts w
