California Heat Wave Map Shows Where Temperatures To Surpass 100

A map shows areas in California where temperatures are expected to surpass 100 this week. Why It Matters There has been an early-season heat wave in Southern and Central California. On Monday, people in four states including California were warned of …

California could face another record-breaking year of Valley fever

Brynn Carrigan’s headaches started in April 2024. Within a couple of weeks, she was debilitated. Her vomiting exacerbated the excruciating pain in her skull. She spent nearly every hour in bed with the covers pulled over her head, blocking out any sliver …

California Bombing Suspect Once Burned Family House Down, Was ‘Easily Influenced,’ Dad Says

The father of the 25-year-old man suspected of bombing a Southern California reproductive clinic says his son was a smart but easily influenced child who once set their house on fire while playing with matches. Guy Edward Bartkus, who authorities believe …

California Restaurant Owner 'Very Sorry' After 98 People Get Sick

The owner of a San Diego café issued a public apology after at least 98 people got sick, including nine who were hospitalized, according to local reports. More than 90 confirmed and probable cases of salmonella were identified by county health officials. …

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Senate to vote on voiding California EV rule this week in break with norms

Washington — The U.S. Senate will vote within days on overturning California’s stringent and influential regulations mandating 100% electric vehicles by 2035, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Tuesday. The move has massive implications for the U.S. …

State Farm Asks to Increase California Insurance Prices Again

California insurer State Farm is asking regulators for another rate hike, less than a week after it was granted permission to temporarily charge an extra 17 percent for homeowners' insurance policies. The company, the largest home insurer in the state, …

California schools prepare to introduce universal reading screening

Credit: Alison Yin / EdSource Top Takeaways By June 30, California schools must choose one of four screening tests recommended by a state panel.  Most other states already have a universal reading screening test for early grades, but California has …

Billy Strings Debuts “King of California” Cover and New Original on Outlaw Music Festival Tour

Photo credit: Stevo Rood Over the weekend, Billy Strings joined forces with Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan and more to set off the West Coast leg of the 2025 Outlaw Music Festival tour.  After commencing the eight-stop series on Thursday, May 15 by welcoming …

Critter Control, the Nation’s Largest Nuisance Wildlife Removal Company, Announces the Opening of its Newest Franchise ...

IRVINE, Calif., May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Critter Control, an industry leader in the humane removal of nuisance wildlife, is proud to announce the opening of its newest franchise location in Irvine, California. Owned and operated by longtime area …