California
The state’s most deadly freeways are in San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego counties, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration analyzed by ConsumerAffairs.
July 2, 2024
Letters to the Editor
Gas prices and the unemployment in California are high. We had a massive budget deficit. What “California dream” is Gov. Newsom talking about?
June 28, 2024
Business
In a sign of financial trouble, State Farm General has asked for permission to dramatically increase insurance rates for millions of California homeowners and renters.
While Gov. Newsom and others welcomed the Supreme Court ruling on homeless camps, the controversial topic has divided more moderate Democrats from progressives.
Democrats passed a law to expedite construction at the California Capitol by exempting a large renovation project from the environmental law known as CEQA.
June 27, 2024
Triple-digit temperatures are forecast across much of the Golden State, upping health hazards and fire risks.
California has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to illegal fireworks. While some cities allow legal fireworks, lighting a July 4 firework in other parts of the state can lead to jail time or a fine.
Hot weather coincides with extreme fire conditions across Northern California, prompting Pacific Gas & Electric Co. to initiate the first public safety power shutoffs of the year. Even so, the region has seen several wildfires ignite.
Climate & Environment
OSHA is weighing national workplace heat rules that could save lives. Meanwhile, California has suffered billions in losses from soaring high temperatures.
There are plenty of places across Southern California to catch Fourth of July fireworks.
June 30, 2024