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california

Southern California's Water Woes: Business vs. Environment

January 18, 2026

Southern California's waterways might soon see less protection. The EPA is redefining what counts as "waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act. This change could mean more pollution in the region's flood control channels, which might no longer be seen as protected waters. The EPA's ne

entertainment

New Faces Wanted for Baywatch Revival

January 16, 2026

Fox Entertainment and Fremantle are on the hunt for new talent to bring the classic show Baywatch back to life. They're looking for a diverse group of actors to play various roles, from lifeguards to beachgoers, and even bartenders. The open casting call is set for February 18 at the Marina Del Rey

environment

California's New Science Advisor Takes on Environmental Challenges

January 15, 2026

California is stepping up its game in tackling environmental issues. A new role has been created to make sure science plays a big part in decision-making. Dr. Andrew D. Jones has been appointed as the first Science Advisor to the California Natural Resources Secretary. This is all part of a new prog

health

California's Deadly Mushroom Warning: What You Need to Know

January 12, 2026

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

environment

California's Solar Dilemma: Why This Old Plant Stays Open

January 12, 2026

In the vast Mojave Desert, the Ivanpah solar plant stands as a symbol of both innovation and controversy. This power plant, once hailed as a marvel of solar technology, is now a hot topic among energy experts and policymakers. The plant uses a unique method called solar thermal technology. It has a

politics

Big Money Moves to Stop California's Billionaire Tax Plan

January 11, 2026

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

politics

California's Budget Betting Game: Is Newsom Playing with Fire?

January 10, 2026

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,

business

Tech Titans Shift Focus Away from California

January 9, 2026

Larry Page and Sergey Brin, the masterminds behind Google, are loosening their ties to California. These two tech giants, who started Google from a garage in Menlo Park, have seen their company grow into a massive force in the tech world. But now, they are making moves that show they might be lookin

finance

Tech Titans Shift Base Ahead of California's Wealth Tax

January 9, 2026

Sergey Brin and Larry Page, the masterminds behind Google, have quietly relocated their business entity from California. This move happened just before a new tax law could have hit their pockets hard. The company, known as T-Rex LLC, switched to Delaware at the end of 2025. This change came right be

education

California's Education Shake-Up: Who's Really in Charge?

January 9, 2026

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