Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla is forcefully removed from Noem’s news conference and handcuffed
Video shows a Secret Service agent on Noem’s security detail grabbing Padilla, who represents California,...
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What are my rights as a protester? Know what you can — and can’t — do in California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of Los Angeles, Sacramento...
The Latest: Trump authorizes the deployment of additional 2,000 National Guard
By The Associated Press California Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, told MSNBC that he plans...
Anti-MAGA Republican group mobilizes in California ahead of mid
The group was founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, former House Speaker John Boehner...
Trump deploys California National Guard to LA to quell protests despite the governor’s objections
Border Patrol personnel in riot gear and gas masks stood guard outside an industrial park...
California Supreme Court mulls decision on new solar rules
The high court's seven justices hear arguments defending and opposing recent changes to net energy...
California changes competition rules for track and field finals amid controversy over trans athlete
The move comes amid a nationwide battle over the rights of transgender youth.
Will California’s high gas prices go even higher?
Two big refineries plan to close, with analysts saying the shutdowns will lead to tighter...
‘Money in the pockets of s’: Charter network steers millions in taxpayer money to opaque firm tied to execs
Elite charter schools' close relationship with a third-party provider raises questions about transparency and potential...
‘Like getting tickets to a Taylor Swift concert’: State officials pledge improvements to botched e-bike s
The troubled San Diego nonprofit managing the the $31 million E-Bike Incentive Project will be...
After 16 years at San Diego Unified, Richard Barrera runs for state schools chief
He's the only local candidate so far in the crowded race, and he stresses the...
Camping at a state park can require a tough reservation — and extra fees. Are they legal?
A lawsuit says the fees ReserveCalifornia.com charges for campsites at popular San Diego County beaches...
Newsom proposes scaling back health care for immigrants in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom will call Wednesday for California to scale back health care for immigrants...
California’s power grid looks steady heading into summer but risks remain
Hot weather and potential wildfires could cause problems, but additional resources provide some cushion.
‘People are frustrated’: State e-bike grant applying process bungled yet again
State officials haven't said why the enrollment program keeps crashing but say they're trying to...
Controversial solar bill advances in Sacramento — but with a big change
A major portion of Assembly Bill 942 gets deleted in committee.
State money for zero-emission school buses heads to 12 districts in San Diego County
$500 million in awards will be distributed across the state; San Diego Unified School District...
Gutting Head Start would end services to thousands of San Diego families, cut hundreds of jobs
Head Start serves some of the most vulnerable children who live below federal poverty line,...
Should California drivers get charged by the mile? A pilot program is looking into it
Revenue from the gasoline excise tax that drivers currently pay at the gas pump is...
A refinery in Northern California may shut down: What does that mean for drivers?
Executives at Valero consider idling their refinery in Benicia.
Wink Martindale, longtime game show host and legendary DJ, dies at 91
He did one of Elvis Presley's first-ever TV interviews, later making his mark on LA...
Trump istration takes aim at California’s cap and trade program
Newsom and other Golden State officials vow to keep the greenhouse reduction tool in place.
Why stock market turmoil is bad for California home prices
Home prices statewide tend to underperform following stock market downturns.
Trump istration cancels 5 international student visas at UCSD; another student deported
The government also told a handful of students from UCLA and Stanford to leave the...
Ouch! San Diego gas prices up 21 cents in little more than a week
Fuel analysts blame tight supplies due to refinery outages and the switch to more expensive...
Eye in the sky: California spending $100M to track methane emissions with satellites
The project's money comes from the state's cap and trade revenue.
Battle lines drawn between Trump and California over electric vehicles
Gavin Newsom and CA policymakers vow to maintain state mandates against White House and GOP...
California is No. 3 for home-price volatility
Only Hawaii and Vermont had more housing price volatility than California since 1975.
SDG&E reports lower profits in 2024, but company still earned $891M
SDG&E parent company Sempra saw its stock drop nearly 19% Tuesday on lower earnings expectations...
California policymakers say they’re undeterred by Trump opposition to offshore wind
"We acknowledge uncertainties," but cite state's economic strength and targets that extend beyond Trump's term.
Thousands of US and Mexican troops are at the border. Here’s where they are and what they’re doing
Thousands of troops have been deployed to both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border in response...
California’s first zero-emission car mandates are coming. Will targets be reached?
The Golden State wants to eliminate sales of new gasoline-powered enger cars by 2035. Car...
California lawmakers approve 2 bills to legal responses to Trump’s istration
Last month, the wildfires that scorched Los Angeles brought California legislators together to aid...
First jail-death records obtained under new oversight law show lapses in care — and limits of disclosure
Gaps in materials disclosed by sheriff's officials under SB 519 raise questions about whether the...
Trump executive order may leave California offshore wind projects up in the air
The Golden State is counting on 25 gigawatts, or about 13% of its electricity, from...
California utilities commission proposes new standards for battery storage facilities
A big fire in Monterey County is another in a series of blazes at plants...
Eight applicants seek vacant Encinitas City Council spot
Interviews to occur during Wednesday council meeting, applicant also could be selected then
Home insurance was already hard to get. Then came L.A.’s fires. Here’s what San Diegans need to know.
Amid expected fire losses in the billions of dollars, here's a primer on how to...
‘Endless Summer’ star Mike Hynson dies; surf icon known for his style
"He was a rebel, a troublemaker, but at the end of the day he was...
California Gov. Newsom’s budget plan fully funds Pre-K, maintains money to clear homeless encampments
The proposal comes as lawmakers shore up legal resources in anticipation of litigation with incoming...
Why is Los Angeles on fire but San Diego isn’t? It has to do with wind direction
Forecasters say the winds in L.A. have followed a favorable path to the sea. That...
Will California’s zero-emission truck rules work for the long haul?
State funding hopes to promote adoption, but some in the trucking industry want the mandates...
These new California laws will go into effect in 2025
From parking rules to health care coverage, here's a quick look at new laws that...
This week, hunt for sea stars along the coast — and help make community science ‘a success story.’ Here’s how.
The twice-a-year Solstice Sea Star Search encourages San Diegans to find sea stars at local...
California homebuying jumps 20%, biggest gain in 41 months
November's median sales price of $852,880 was a 3.8% increase in a year.
Your San Diego utility bill may go up about $2 per month to keep California’s only nuclear power plant going
The California Public Utilities Commission considers approving $723 million to extend operations at Diablo Canyon...
New rate proposal calls for a smaller increase for SDG&E customers with natural gas
The California Public Utilities Commission votes Thursday about what rates to charge SDG&E customers through...
California leaders propose another measure to keep immigration officers away from schools
The bill proposes strengthening provisions already enacted under California law and prohibiting police cooperation between...
New $42M battery storage facility set for Camp Pendleton
The California Energy Commission approves a $42 million grant to build the project that will...
Hey San Diego, where is your energy coming from? Here’s a look
The state releases a breakdown of power sources for 2023 as well as SDG&E and...
SDG&E wants to place more power lines underground to reduce wildfires. Is it worth the expense?
The costs of undergrounding versus covered conductors on overhead lines is a key issue in...
Home insurance reform urgently needed in California, watchdog says
A report by the state's Little Hoover Commission calls for action to stem the exodus...
H5N1 bird flu detected in Bay Area child, California’s first case confirmed outside farms
As the child recovers, officials are working to find out how they were exposed to...
California ranks 30th for business climate. What state is No. 1?
California got a below-average No. 30 ranking among the states when my trusty spreadsheet looked...
Online vape retailers ignore rules meant to protect minors, UCSD study finds
More than 70 percent of mail-order purchases by researchers in San Diego County were fulfilled,...
‘We are very scared’: Fear grips migrant families on both sides of the border over Trump deportations
Many still hold out hope of gaining asylum, but they know a future in the...
California regulator OKs stricter clean air standards. What will it mean for gas prices?
The Air Resources Board updates the state's Low Carbon Fuel Standard for the first time...
How will California home prices react to White House switch?
History suggests homeowners seeking appreciation – or house hunters looking for a bargain – could...
California governor calls special session to protect liberal policies from Trump presidency
The move effectively reignited California’s resistance campaign against conservative policies that state Democratic leaders started...
Car sales in San Diego sputtering this year
Analysts say high prices and financing rates discourage buyers; electric vehicle numbers are mixed.
SDG&E warns rural residents of potential power shutoffs
Santa Ana winds expected, elevating potential fire risks in backcountry areas.
Big spenders: These companies are giving the most to California legislative candidates
Independent expenditure committees have put nearly $100 million into legislative races, funding ads to ,...
California is about to change fuel standards. That means higher gas prices. But how high?
of the California Air Resources Board are scheduled to update the Low Carbon Fuel...
Americans moving to California tumble to historic lows
The 2023 inflow was also 11% below 2022 – the largest percentage-point dip in the...
For these Americans, Mexico is their country too
For These Americans, Mexico Is Their Country Too
Chevron and California’s petroleum boss exchange barbs on gasoline inventory bill
The bill's ers say it will help prevent price spikes at the pump while opponents...
Bank of America outage blocks online s or shows zero balances
Many BofA holders took to social media platforms to say they either couldn’t access...
Bank of America outage blocks online s or shows zero balances
Many took to social media on Wednesday to say their mobile s showed a zero...
Counties once took orphaned foster kids’ survivor benefits. A new law, with local backing, bans the practice.
The state legislation, which San Diego County officials endorsed earlier this year, will ensure foster...
Another major report recommends charter school oversight reforms after A3 fraud case
A court-ordered task force recommended several changes for charter school audits and auditors.
Will Disneyland raise ticket prices in October?
Based on recent history, a Disneyland ticket price increase could happen in mid-October.
New California law requires fashion industry to take old clothes back for free
The goal of Senate Bill 707, authored by Josh Newman, is to reduce the millions...
California governor vetoes bill to create first-in-nation AI safety measures
The decision is a major blow to efforts attempting to rein in the homegrown industry...
California Gov. Newsom signs bill limiting student smartphone use
The Phone-Free School Act — AB 3216 — makes California the fifth state to require...
18% of California households enjoy mortgage-free living
Census stats show 24% of US households don't have a home loan on the residence...
Qualcomm lays off 226 workers in San Diego
The local tech company said the job cuts are part of its business diversification strategy.
Reports of elder fraud fell sharply in these three states. California isn’t one of them
Americans over age 60 are more likely to report fraud if they live in California,...
How to vote: Your guide to casting a ballot in the 2024 general election in San Diego County
How do you ? What races can you vote in? And who can vote in...
The great unknown: How will AI affect energy demand — and your utility bill — in California?
Some predict artificial intelligence will revolutionize every facet of our lives. What will it mean...
Your guide to Proposition 3, which could add same-sex marriage to the California constitution
Proposition 3 is among the 10 statewide ballot measures that San Diego County voters will...
‘The bible of surfing’ returns: Surfer magazine is back 4 years after it shut down
Surfer magazine relaunched with a special print edition.
Newsom wants California refineries to keep enough fuel in reserve to prevent spikes in gas prices
If it es, the proposal would be the first of its kind in the U.S.
California goes to the Democratic convention: 3 things to watch for
The California delegation, the largest at the Democratic National Convention, will also play a key...
New California laws aim to reduce smash-and-grab robberies, car thefts and shoplifting
The bipartisan package makes it easier to go after repeat shoplifters and auto thieves and...
Turning California’s oil fields into energy storage sites
The big conversion: Turning California's depleted oil fields into geothermal power and storage sites
San Diego, other large cities report drops in violent crime in new survey
The survey compares data collected in the first six months of 2023 and 2024 for...
7 new Disneyland attractions and when they will open
New attractions will be based on Avatar, Coco, Avengers, Mandalorian, Princess Tiana and even Walt...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom nudges school districts to restrict student cellphone use
California and South Carolina could become the next states to limit cellphone use in schools,...
Consumer group can intervene in insurance rate cases, after state’s unusual invitation to challenges
A usually routine annual certification had been delayed by regulators, in what Consumer Watchdog charged...
Biggest SoCal quake in three years packed a major punch across L.A. region. Here’s why
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake, centered about 18 miles southwest of Bakersfield, was felt across a...
CA sales of zero-emission vehicles hit 25.7% but are numbers increasing fast enough?
Gavin Newsom says California wants to "dominate" the clean car market but some analysts wonder...
Confusion reigns on eve of real estate commission changes
New rules for how agents get paid take effect in a matter of days.
Fire season has begun. These apps and sites will help you spot wildfires and avoid trouble.
The bad news: We're in for a rough fire season. The good news: We can...
Confusion reigns on eve of real estate commission changes
New rules for how agents get paid are scheduled to take effect by mid-August.
A pair of reports show utility bills will keep going up in San Diego — and across California
The California Public Utilities Commission and the Public Advocates Office predict rates will outpace inflation,...
Corporate landlord agrees to $20M settlement of local businessman’s False Claims Act lawsuit
Neil Senturia, whose machine-learning program scanned thousands of building-permit records around California, will share the...
How long will California remain world’s 5th-largest economy?
Will India sur California on a theoretical GDP scorecard scoring the state as an international...
Should California’s Legislature jump into the debate about nuclear waste at San Onofre?
The vice mayor of Irvine wants to get the state Legislature involved in moving the...
Newsom orders California state agencies to start clearing homeless encampments
Newsom’s order would direct state agencies on how to remove the thousands of tents and...
California’s power grid stood up to a recent heat wave but summer is far from over
California grid operators are still on the lookout for potential problems as the summer wears...