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Breaking: Bonham Fire reported in Lake County on Jan. 3

A new wildfire named Bonham was reported in Lake County, California, on January 3, 2025.

Breaking: Buren Fire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire named Buren was reported in Riverside County, California, with currently unknown containment and cause.

Update: Overlook Fire in San Diego County - Jan. 6 status

Wildfires like the Overlook require urgent attention due to their impact on federal lands and community safety.

Breaking: Curtis Fire in Ventura County sparked by human activity on Jan. 5

The Curtis Fire in Ventura County is suspected to be human-caused, reflecting ongoing wildfire risks associated with recreational activities.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire was reported in Riverside County, California, without containment data or a determined cause.

Breaking: Ranch Fire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 6

A new wildfire named Ranch Fire has ignited in Riverside County, California, with an unknown containment status and cause.

Breaking: Bonham Fire reported in Lake County on Jan. 3

A new wildfire named Bonham was reported in Lake County, California, on January 3, 2025.

Breaking: Buren Fire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire named Buren was reported in Riverside County, California, with currently unknown containment and cause.

Update: Overlook Fire in San Diego County - Jan. 6 status

Wildfires like the Overlook require urgent attention due to their impact on federal lands and community safety.

Breaking: Curtis Fire in Ventura County sparked by human activity on Jan. 5

The Curtis Fire in Ventura County is suspected to be human-caused, reflecting ongoing wildfire risks associated with recreational activities.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire was reported in Riverside County, California, without containment data or a determined cause.

Breaking: Ranch Fire reported in Riverside County on Jan. 6

A new wildfire named Ranch Fire has ignited in Riverside County, California, with an unknown containment status and cause.
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Catalytic converter thief shouted 'No!' before accomplice shot Johnny Wactor, police say

A murder case involving the theft of a catalytic converter escalated dramatically when actor Johnny Wactor was shot during an attempted robbery.

Authorities detail how Bidwell Mansion was set ablaze - and what led to arson suspect's arrest

Kevin Alexander Carlson has been arrested for the felony arson of Bidwell Mansion, utilizing an accelerant and leaving the community in shock.

Catalytic converter thief shouted 'No!' before accomplice shot Johnny Wactor, police say

A murder case involving the theft of a catalytic converter escalated dramatically when actor Johnny Wactor was shot during an attempted robbery.

Authorities detail how Bidwell Mansion was set ablaze - and what led to arson suspect's arrest

Kevin Alexander Carlson has been arrested for the felony arson of Bidwell Mansion, utilizing an accelerant and leaving the community in shock.
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Looking Back On January 6 Insurrection Four Years Later | KQED

The January 6 insurrection continues to impact individuals, particularly Californians, with possible pardons affecting criminal cases.
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California begins laying high-speed rail tracks, with future federal funding in question

California's high-speed rail project is progressing with initial groundwork despite political challenges and criticisms concerning funding and efficiency.

California high-speed rail project: Here's where Central Valley construction stands

Construction of a railhead in Kern County marks a milestone for California's high-speed rail project, advancing efforts to begin laying tracks.

California begins laying high-speed rail tracks, with future federal funding in question

California's high-speed rail project is progressing with initial groundwork despite political challenges and criticisms concerning funding and efficiency.

California high-speed rail project: Here's where Central Valley construction stands

Construction of a railhead in Kern County marks a milestone for California's high-speed rail project, advancing efforts to begin laying tracks.
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#california-budget

Despite revenue increase, Newsom plans to pull from California's rainy day reserves

California's Governor proposed a $322.2 billion budget, highlighting a modest surplus but relying on rainy day funds for expenditures.

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a $322.2 billion budget with no deficit. Here's what's in it

California's budget situation has improved significantly, eliminating earlier projected deficits, with a focus on strategic spending and potential reforms.

Now Gavin Newsom Claims California Has Eliminated Its Budget Deficit, Is Back in Surplus Times

California has eliminated its $68 billion budget deficit and is now in a surplus, according to Governor Gavin Newsom.

After 2 years of shortfalls, Gov. Newsom proposes $322B budget with no deficit

California's proposed $322 billion budget is a significant change from previous deficits, but it hinges on federal funding.

Despite revenue increase, Newsom plans to pull from California's rainy day reserves

California's Governor proposed a $322.2 billion budget, highlighting a modest surplus but relying on rainy day funds for expenditures.

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a $322.2 billion budget with no deficit. Here's what's in it

California's budget situation has improved significantly, eliminating earlier projected deficits, with a focus on strategic spending and potential reforms.

Now Gavin Newsom Claims California Has Eliminated Its Budget Deficit, Is Back in Surplus Times

California has eliminated its $68 billion budget deficit and is now in a surplus, according to Governor Gavin Newsom.

After 2 years of shortfalls, Gov. Newsom proposes $322B budget with no deficit

California's proposed $322 billion budget is a significant change from previous deficits, but it hinges on federal funding.
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California is awarded $122M to build EV infrastructure, including chargers in Sacramento

California is enhancing its electric vehicle charging network with substantial federal funding to meet climate goals and improve public infrastructure.

Strong earthquake kills at least 32 people in western China

A strong earthquake in Tibet resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting significant rescue efforts.

Update: Hughes 2 Fire burns 0.2 acres in Los Angeles County since Sep. 7

The Hughes 2 Fire has burned only 0.2 acres since its discovery and remains uncontained.
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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 6

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently burning on private land with an undetermined cause and unknown containment status.
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Los Angeles Braces for Life-Threatening and Destructive' Winds

Southern California faces critical fire-weather conditions due to strong winds and parched vegetation, increasing the risk of wildfires and widespread damage.

Biden bans new offshore oil drilling in California, most U.S. coastal waters

Biden bans offshore oil and gas drilling across 625 million acres to protect marine wildlife and coastal communities.

Artificial intelligence spots a wildfire in a remote California canyon and promptly alerts firefighters

AI cameras successfully detected a wildfire without prior emergency calls, allowing for rapid containment and prevention of larger damage.

Unusual 'life-threatening and destructive' winds bring risk of winter fires, power outages to Southern California

Southern California is facing a rare January windstorm with extreme conditions, elevating the threat of wildfires.

Nearly $9 a dozen: Why egg prices are skyrocketing and for how long?

California's egg prices have skyrocketed to nearly $9 a dozen due to avian flu and regulatory changes.
#california-politics

5 Big Priorities California Lawmakers Aim to Tackle in 2025 | KQED

California plans a legal fight against Trump's administration, with proposals to protect access to abortion and restrict federal immigration enforcement.

We get it': Democrats aim to cut California's cost of living in 2025

California lawmakers prioritize reducing the cost of living based on strong voter demand.

California Assembly Speaker taps political newcomer to head up high-profile committee

Assembly Speaker Rivas appointed first-term member Nick Schultz as chair of a significant committee, indicating strong faith in his ability to succeed.

5 Big Priorities California Lawmakers Aim to Tackle in 2025 | KQED

California plans a legal fight against Trump's administration, with proposals to protect access to abortion and restrict federal immigration enforcement.

We get it': Democrats aim to cut California's cost of living in 2025

California lawmakers prioritize reducing the cost of living based on strong voter demand.

California Assembly Speaker taps political newcomer to head up high-profile committee

Assembly Speaker Rivas appointed first-term member Nick Schultz as chair of a significant committee, indicating strong faith in his ability to succeed.
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Breaking: 2025 SAMO JANUARY STEP-UP Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 6

A new wildfire named 2025 SAMO JANUARY STEP-UP was reported in Los Angeles County.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 6

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, named LAC-007203, without updates on containment or knowledge of its cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire reported in Los Angeles County raises concerns with unknown containment status and undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A wildfire named LAC-006446 was reported in Los Angeles County, but its cause and containment status remain unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported with no current containment or known cause.

Breaking: Ward Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire named Ward was reported in Los Angeles County, California.

California is failing to meet its disability employment goal. State workers say they know why

California's goal of 16.6% employment of disabled workers is unfulfilled, with only 22% of departments meeting this benchmark.
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Pregnant Santa Barbara teacher dies while hiking in Greece

A pregnant teacher died after a hiking accident in Greece, with profound impacts on her community.

Search concludes for missing teenage brothers after second body found in water

Two brothers went missing during a duck-hunting trip; one body was found, while the second is believed to have been discovered, awaiting confirmation.

Body found in Northern California waterway believed to be second missing duck-hunting teen

The search for missing teens Wesley and Andruw Cornett concluded with the recovery of Wesley's body after 22 days.

Pregnant Santa Barbara teacher dies while hiking in Greece

A pregnant teacher died after a hiking accident in Greece, with profound impacts on her community.

Search concludes for missing teenage brothers after second body found in water

Two brothers went missing during a duck-hunting trip; one body was found, while the second is believed to have been discovered, awaiting confirmation.

Body found in Northern California waterway believed to be second missing duck-hunting teen

The search for missing teens Wesley and Andruw Cornett concluded with the recovery of Wesley's body after 22 days.
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Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Trinity County on Jan. 6

Kellog Hand Piles burn initiated to prevent catastrophic wildfires in Trinity County, California.

Update: Prescribed fire in San Luis Obispo County in San Luis Obispo County - Jan. 5 status

Prescribed fires like Chimney Rock Ranch Burn help prevent catastrophic wildfires through controlled burning practices.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Trinity County on Jan. 6

Kellog Hand Piles burn initiated to prevent catastrophic wildfires in Trinity County, California.

Update: Prescribed fire in San Luis Obispo County in San Luis Obispo County - Jan. 5 status

Prescribed fires like Chimney Rock Ranch Burn help prevent catastrophic wildfires through controlled burning practices.
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Woman allegedly smothered son to death at California RV park. He may have been dead for days

A mother is suspected of smothering her son during a drug-induced episode, with evidence suggesting a pillow was used.

Rarely spotted sea creatures seen off California coast. Check out the cool pictures

Rare sightings of fin and minke whales enhance whale watching experiences off California's coast.

Here's how much rain we've seen so far this winter across Bay Area, CA

Southern California has seen very little rain this winter while Northern California has had significant rainfall, highlighting regional disparities.

Small airplane crashes into California backyard, narrowly missing home

The small plane crash in Temple City resulted in no injuries and avoided contact with the home.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

The article reports on a new wildfire in Los Angeles County, highlighting the role of AI in news content creation.

Breaking: Buffalo Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A wildfire named Buffalo has broken out in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment status and undetermined cause.

Breaking: Little Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire, named Little Fire, has ignited in Los Angeles County and is currently uncontained.

A part-time actor claimed he created a COVID-19 cure. Now he'll spend more than 8 years in prison

A part-time actor was sentenced to over eight years in prison for soliciting investors for bogus COVID-19 treatments.

$1,200 in roasts, steaks stolen in 'meat heist' at supermarket, California cops say

Two thieves stole $1,200 worth of meat from a Safeway in Cupertino but were quickly apprehended thanks to vigilant store workers.

Breaking: Little Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A wildfire named Little was reported in Los Angeles County with currently unknown containment status and cause.

Poison death cap mushrooms sold from truck send 3 to hospital, California officials say

Death cap mushrooms can lead to severe health issues and should be avoided, especially when sold by untrusted vendors.

Headlines, January 6 - Streetsblog San Francisco

Get state headlines at Streetsblog California, national headlines at Streetsblog USA Independent journalism is more important than ever.
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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire named LAC-005827 has erupted in Los Angeles County, with limited information on containment and cause.
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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported without containment information or determined cause as of January 5, 2025.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A wildfire named LAC-005648 was reported in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and causes as of January 5, 2025.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with no current information on its containment or cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently without a containment update or known cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, with no containment status or cause determined yet.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently uncontained and its cause is unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is under investigation, with no containment data available as of the latest report.

Breaking: Ruby Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire named Ruby has started in Los Angeles County, with containment and cause still unknown.

Breaking: Camp Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire named Camp Fire was reported in Los Angeles County, with containment efforts still unreported and the cause unknown.

L.A. and Ventura counties will see strong winds this week, at 'major risk' of wildfires

Strong Santa Ana winds and prolonged drought create heightened wildfire risk in Los Angeles and Ventura counties this week.

California Will Force Insurers To Cover Fire-Prone Areas-but More Costs Will Be Piled Onto Homeowners

Insurance companies in California must resume coverage in wildfire areas or risk losing business, impacting policy costs for homeowners.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A new wildfire has broken out in Los Angeles County and is currently uncontained.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire, LAC-004760, ignited in Los Angeles County, with currently unknown containment efforts and causes.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County with undetermined containment efforts and cause.

New Laws Go Into Effect In California | KQED

New California laws effective January 1, 2025, include minimum wage increases and strengthened employee rights regarding political and religious meetings.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A wildfire named LAC-005480 was reported today in Los Angeles County, with uncertain containment and undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 5

A wildfire named LAC-005423 started in Los Angeles County early January 5, 2025, with unknown containment status.

Breaking: Callbox Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire, named Callbox, was reported in Los Angeles County with undetermined cause and no containment updates available.

These California Composers Make Their Own Rules: Two Stories From the Archive | KQED

Emerging California composers Derrick Skye and Destiny Muhammad explore unique musical styles influenced by personal experiences and diverse cultural traditions.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire began in Los Angeles County on January 4, 2025, though details on its containment and cause remain unknown.

Nearly 60% of California is 'abnormally dry' to start 2025. Where are drought impacts worst?

California is experiencing fluctuating drought conditions, with significant areas remaining abnormally dry.

Opinion: California utilities have lofty climate goals. Too bad their customers are in the dark

Utilities prioritize clean energy transitions, yet consumer awareness is alarmingly low with only 22% aware of their goals.
Utilities are failing to support consumers in understanding and accessing clean energy solutions.

Climber trying to scale icy Mount Whitney missing nearly a week, California cops say

A Texas man is missing after attempting a solo climb of Mount Whitney, with search efforts ongoing and concerns about his experience and equipment.

Santa Cruz Wharf reopens after partially collapsing into ocean during high surf

The Santa Cruz Wharf has reopened after a major collapse caused by storms, amidst concerns about future infrastructure resilience against climate change.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with an unclear containment status and no known cause.

Powerball player misses $206 million jackpot in California - but still wins big

A California Powerball ticket won $47,925, missing the $206 million jackpot, boosting its next drawing to $220 million.
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338.

Accused drunk driver tells police officer 'I'm the DUI tonight,' California video shows

Accused drunken driver mistakenly refers to himself as the DUI instead of the DD during a police stop.

Snoopy (permanently) on ice: Is the end nearing for iconic Bay Area theme park?

California's Great America will discontinue its winter season in 2025, impacting beloved holiday traditions.
The decision highlights a broader concern over the park's uncertain future and emotional impact on its community.

Latest line: A good week for water managers, a bad week for shoplifters

The Sierra Nevada snowpack and reservoir levels suggest a favorable summer water outlook.
Proposition 36 introduces harsher penalties for retail theft, affecting law enforcement approaches.
Lyft adapts to remote work by significantly reducing its office space in San Francisco.
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3 days ago

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 3

A new wildfire named LAC-003588 has been reported in Los Angeles County, with investigations ongoing for containment and cause.
from Los Angeles Times
2 days ago

With few storms in 8 months, Southern California swings toward drought. Will rain ever come?

Southern California faces severe drought conditions with a record driest start to the rainy season, raising concerns over wildfire risks and water shortages.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 3

A wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported with no containment progress and an unknown cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 3

A new wildfire named LAC-003852 was reported in Los Angeles County on January 3, 2025, with unknown containment status and undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 4

AI is increasingly being integrated into the news creation process, alongside traditional journalistic practices.
A new wildfire named LAC-004085 has emerged in Los Angeles County, indicating the persistent threat of wildfires in the region.
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