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The Boston GlobeCalifornia Representative Seeks Federal Ban on Mid-Decade Redistricting
Rep. Kevin Kiley is pursuing legislation to prohibit mid-decade congressional redistricting while running in a newly drawn Sacramento-area district. The measure uses a discharge petition after House leadership declined to advance it.
reason.comFormer Santa Clara County Jail Guard Sentenced to 45 Days
Francisco Izayas Castillo received a 45-day jail term after a jury found him guilty of misdemeanor battery. The conviction followed a 2022 incident in which he was accused of assisting two inmates in an assault.
Fox NewsCalifornia High School Track Athlete Prepares for State Finals
A California high school athlete who identifies as transgender is scheduled to compete in girls track and field events at the state championships this weekend. The participation has drawn public comment from real estate executive Mauricio Umansky.
New York PostLos Gatos Woman Sentenced to 35 Years and 10 Months in Prison
A Los Gatos mother was sentenced after a jury convicted her on 48 felony counts and additional misdemeanors. Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge Elizabeth Peterson imposed the term on Thursday.
bbc.co.ukStorm Brings Rain and Snow to Northern California
A late-season storm delivered rain across much of Northern California and snow to higher Sierra Nevada elevations. San Francisco recorded nearly a month’s typical rainfall in one morning.
rediff.comCalifornia Governor Signs Election Law Ahead of June Primary
The measure restricts law enforcement access to ballots and voter data without a court order. It takes effect immediately before Tuesday's statewide vote.
nypost.comCalifornia Poll Shows 54% Support for Proposed Billionaire Wealth Tax
A Public Policy Institute of California survey found that 54% of likely voters back a one-time 5% levy on residents with assets above $1 billion. Labor unions say they have collected enough signatures to place the measure on the November ballot.
Washington ExaminerCalifornia Governor Endorses Los Angeles Mayor for Reelection
The governor endorsed the mayor four days before the June 2 election. A recent poll showed the mayor leading with 26 percent support.
Nbc NewsCalifornia Man Dies After Assault Outside Trump-Themed Home
A 69-year-old Escondido resident known for patriotic and pro-Trump decorations died Sunday after a Wednesday assault outside his home. Police arrested a 32-year-old local man on multiple charges including attempted murder and elder abuse.
New York PostSouthern California Teacher Arrested on Lewd Acts Charges With Student
A Riverside County teacher was booked into jail Friday on charges of sending harmful material to a juvenile, oral copulation and digital penetration. The alleged incidents occurred between 2017 and 2018 at a Moreno Valley charter school.
New York PostWildfire Sprinkler System Offers Insurance Discount in California
Frontline Wildfire Defense says its exterior sprinkler system protected 59 of 61 customer homes during last year’s Los Angeles fires. The company has partnered with Stand Insurance to offer up to a 25 percent premium discount for homes equipped with the system.
washingtonpost.comSupreme Court Rejects Florida Bid to Sue California and Washington Over Truck Licenses
The Supreme Court on Tuesday turned down Florida's request to sue California and Washington for issuing commercial driver's licenses to truck drivers who are not U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. The case arose from an August 2025 crash in Florida that killed three peop…
New York PostAmber Alert Issued for 4-Year-Old Girl After Mother Found Dead
California authorities are searching for a 4-year-old girl believed to have been taken by her father, who is also a person of interest in the mother's death. An Amber Alert was issued Tuesday after police found the woman's body during a welfare check.
New York PostFairfield Police Officer Reassigned After Video Shows Student Being Struck During Arrest
Bodycam footage captured a Fairfield police officer striking 16-year-old Maurice Williams multiple times while attempting to detain him after a school fight. The department described the strikes as distraction techniques and later reassigned the officer.
rte.ieCalifornia lifts evacuation orders for thousands near damaged chemical tank
State officials lifted evacuation orders for thousands of residents living near a damaged chemical tank in California on May 26, 2026. Tens of thousands of other residents remain under evacuation orders and have not been allowed to return home.
upi.comTrump Approves Federal Emergency Declaration for Orange County Chemical Leak
President Trump approved a federal emergency declaration for Orange County after a chemical leak at a Garden Grove aerospace facility prompted evacuations of nearly 50,000 residents. California crews completed an overnight operation Monday that eliminated the threat of a large ex…
New York PostDozens of hikers report stomach illness on California section of Pacific Crest Trail
Roughly a dozen hikers have fallen ill with gastrointestinal symptoms after passing through the Wrightwood area. Health officials are investigating possible norovirus cases on the trail.
The BbcOrange County Officials Say Chemical Tank Explosion Threat Eliminated
Fire officials confirmed a crack in a pressurized tank of methyl methacrylate at a Garden Grove aerospace plant reduced internal pressure and lowered temperature. Evacuation orders for roughly 50,000 residents remain in effect while crews continue monitoring.
nationalpost.comCalifornia Officials Announce Chemical Storage Tank Risk
State and local officials reported that a storage tank containing hazardous chemicals may be at risk of exploding. Authorities have not released the tank's location or the identity of its owner.
Evacuation Orders Issued for 50,000 Orange County Residents After Chemical Leak
Authorities ordered nearly 50,000 residents in Orange County, California, to leave their homes after a chemical leak was reported from a tank at GKN Aerospace. Residents described uncertainty about the duration of the evacuation.
Washington ExaminerEPA Administrator Says Low-Volume Release Likely in Garden Grove Tank Incident
Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin stated Sunday that a low-volume release is the most likely outcome from an overheating tank at a Garden Grove aerospace facility. Orange County remains under a state of emergency declared by Governor Gavin Newsom.
France 24California Orders Evacuation of 40,000 After Chemical Tank Leak
About 40,000 residents left homes in southern California on Friday after a chemical storage tank leaked. Firefighters reported the substance temperature rose from 25°C to 32°C on Saturday.
Los Angeles TimesCalifornia Port Advances Offshore Wind Terminal Plan
The Port of Long Beach is developing a 400-acre terminal for assembling floating offshore wind turbines. State officials continue work on port infrastructure and grid connections while federal lease holders receive payments to exit projects.
The IndependentCalifornia Couple Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide After Financial Scam
Donald Whitaker, 80, and Karen Whitaker, 79, were found dead on May 15 at their Bermuda Dunes home. Riverside County investigators determined Karen Whitaker had been the victim of financial elder abuse involving an online impersonator.
ewg.orgCalifornia Orders Evacuation of Tens of Thousands Over Leaking Chemical Tank
Firefighters reported a tank of toxic chemicals heating up in southern California. Officials ordered tens of thousands of residents to leave the area.
Los Angeles TimesTwo California Counties Test Programs to Raise Primary Election Turnout
A UC Berkeley poll found lack of information and distrust in the process kept many registered voters from participating. Yolo and Lake counties have introduced targeted programs for younger and older residents ahead of the June 2 primary.
France 24California Officials Order Evacuation of 40,000 Over Leaking Chemical Tank
Authorities in southern California ordered the evacuation of 40,000 residents on Friday after a large storage tank began leaking a hazardous chemical used to make plastic parts, creating risks of toxic fumes and explosion.
eonline.comBritney Spears Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in California
Police records show Britney Spears was pulled over on U.S. 101 in March after drifting between lanes. She was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and later pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
eonline.comBritney Spears Arrested for DUI in California, Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving
Britney Spears was pulled over for erratic driving on U.S. 101 in March and later pleaded guilty to reckless driving. She received 12 months probation and entered rehab in April.
Los Angeles TimesCalifornia Advances Battery Storage Safety Rules After Moss Landing Fire
A fire at a Vistra Corp. battery facility in Monterey County has prompted new state and federal safety measures. Cleanup continues more than a year later while California expands renewable energy storage.
New York PostWildfire on Santa Rosa Island Burns 17,554 Acres
A wildfire that began May 15 on Santa Rosa Island has burned 17,554 acres and reached 44 percent containment by Thursday afternoon. Fire crews have confirmed damage to three historic structures inside Channel Islands National Park.
nypost.comEscondido Man Hospitalized After Assault, Suspect in Custody
A 69-year-old Escondido resident was seriously injured in a street assault on Wednesday afternoon. Police arrested a 32-year-old local man and charged him with attempted murder.
Washington ExaminerCalifornia Governor Issues Executive Order on AI and Workforce
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order directing state agencies to study artificial intelligence effects on employment. The order also creates tools to connect residents with assistance programs and training.
Nbc NewsWildfires Prompt Evacuations in Southern California
Tens of thousands of people are under evacuation orders as wildfires spread in Southern California. Investigators are examining whether a shipwrecked sailor may have started a brush fire by firing an emergency flare.
nypost.comCalifornia Woman, Father and Ex-Boyfriend Charged in Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot
Los Angeles County prosecutors filed charges against a social media influencer, her attorney father and her former boyfriend for allegedly attempting to hire a hitman to kill the father of her child. The case stems from a custody dispute that began in 2020.
abcnews.go.comMultiple Wildfires Burn Nearly 22,000 Acres Across Southern California
Five large wildfires burned nearly 22,000 acres from Santa Barbara County to the U.S.-Mexico border as of Wednesday morning. Authorities ordered or warned thousands of residents to evacuate.
680news.comU.S. Border Agents Detain 19 Migrants in California Drainage Tunnels
Agents located 19 people inside drainage tunnels near the California border earlier this month. Two of the individuals had prior deportation records and methamphetamine-trafficking convictions.
Washington ExaminerPresident voices support for candidate in Los Angeles mayoral race
The president expressed support for a candidate in the Los Angeles mayoral race but did not issue an endorsement. The candidate has focused on rebuilding efforts after recent wildfires.
realclearmarkets.comCalifornia High-Speed Rail Project Cost Estimate Rises Above $215 Billion
Internal state documents now project the cost of the Los Angeles to San Francisco high-speed rail line at more than $215 billion. The current plan covers only 162 miles between Bakersfield and Merced.
nationalpost.comWildfire Burns Nearly One-Third of Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands National Park
A human-caused wildfire that began last Friday has burned more than 16,000 acres on Santa Rosa Island. The fire remains uncontained and has moved through stands of Torrey pine trees that grow naturally only on the island and in northern San Diego.
automotiveworld.comVolvo Group North America to Pay $197 Million in California Emissions Settlement
Volvo Group North America agreed to pay nearly $197 million to settle allegations that about 10,000 of its heavy-duty truck engines violated California emissions standards. The settlement includes civil penalties and funding for clean-air programs.
SemaforCalifornia Democrats split in House primary for 48th District
The Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC endorsed Ammar Campa-Najjar in the 48th District race. Former Sen. Barbara Boxer backs rival Marni von Wilpert, raising concerns that two Republicans could advance to November.
nypost.comCalifornia Man Pleads Guilty to Incest and Supplying Alcohol to Daughter
Stephen Vincent Chavez, 41, entered guilty pleas Monday in Ventura County Superior Court to one felony count of incest and one misdemeanor count of furnishing alcohol to a minor. Prosecutors said the offenses occurred in July 2025 while his 18-year-old biological daughter was liv…
New York PostSandy Fire Burns 1,385 Acres in Simi Valley With Zero Containment
The Sandy Fire has burned 1,385 acres in the Simi Valley area of Ventura County as of Tuesday morning. Firefighters made progress overnight but face increasing winds later in the day.
deadline.comSandy Fire Burns 830 Acres in Simi Valley, Prompts Evacuations
A brush fire that began Monday morning near Simi Valley, California, grew rapidly to more than 800 acres by afternoon. Officials ordered mandatory evacuations for over 23,000 residents and issued warnings for thousands more.
nypost.comCalifornia Democrats Target Power Company as Political Focus
California Democrats have identified the state's largest power company as a central political target. The effort comes as the party seeks a domestic issue with broad voter resonance.
France 24Three Killed in San Diego Mosque Shooting Under Hate Crime Probe
Police are investigating a shooting at a San Diego mosque complex as a possible hate crime after two teenagers killed three people. A security guard's actions reportedly limited further casualties.
New York PostWildfire on Santa Rosa Island Burns Over 10,000 Acres
A wildfire on Santa Rosa Island has burned more than 10,000 acres and remains uncontained. The blaze prompted the rescue of a stranded sailor and the evacuation of 11 National Park Service employees.
680news.comFast-Moving Wildfire Burns Over 1,300 Acres in Southern California
A brush fire that began Monday morning in Simi Valley has scorched more than 1,300 acres and damaged at least one home. Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued for residents in the area.
nypost.comBrush Fire in Simi Valley Prompts Evacuations of More Than 23,000 Residents
A fast-moving brush fire called the Sandy Fire broke out in Simi Valley, California, on Monday and forced officials to order more than 23,000 residents to evacuate. The blaze grew to more than 700 acres by afternoon and threatened homes and buildings.
theinertia.comWildfire on Santa Rosa Island Burns More Than 10,000 Acres
A wildfire that began on Santa Rosa Island in Channel Islands national park has become California's largest of the year. The blaze has burned more than 10,000 acres and remains at zero percent containment.
zerohedge.comShooting at San Diego Mosque Leaves Multiple Dead
Police responded to reports of an active shooter at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. At least three people were killed, including two suspected gunmen who died from apparent self-inflicted wounds.
livemint.comBrush Fire in Simi Valley Prompts Evacuations for Over 20,000 Residents
A brush fire ignited Monday morning in Simi Valley, California, and grew to more than 700 acres by early afternoon. Officials issued mandatory evacuation orders for the southern part of the city.
Fox NewsCalifornia Woman Charged With Paying Homeless People to Register to Vote
Federal prosecutors charged a California resident with paying individuals, including some on Skid Row, to register to vote. The defendant agreed to plead guilty to one felony count.
indianexpress.comSix deaths reported in California immigrant detention centers over past year
State inspectors found medical staffing shortages and overcrowding in California immigrant detention centers after population rose more than 150 percent. The report documented conditions at facilities run by private contractors under federal contracts.
nypost.comCalifornia Voters Have Until Monday to Register for June 2 Primary
Monday, May 18 is the final day for eligible Californians to register to vote in the June 2 primary and receive a mail ballot. County election officials have begun distributing ballots to all active registered voters.
New York PostWoman Pleads Guilty to Paying Homeless People to Register to Vote
A Los Angeles woman admitted to paying homeless individuals cash and cigarettes to register to vote in federal elections. Prosecutors say the activity was part of a long-running scheme involving petition signature collection.
New York PostRepublican Incumbent Faces Attack Ad Over 1994 Incident
A Republican member of Congress from California released an ad referencing a 1994 incident involving another Republican candidate. The ad accuses the rival of corruption and insufficient support for President Trump.
Fox NewsCalifornia track athlete wins three events at section finals
A girls track and field meet in California featured a trans athlete who won first place in the high jump, long jump and triple jump. The California Interscholastic Federation applied a pilot program that awarded higher placements to female athletes who finished behind the trans c…
nypost.comCalifornia Governor Posts Welcome to BTS on Social Media
California Governor Gavin Newsom posted a welcome message to the South Korean group BTS on X. The post referenced three sold-out shows at Stanford Stadium as part of the group's Arirang World Tour.