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Nationwide elections were disrupted by sexual assault allegations in California, affecting races for Governor and San Francisco Supervisor. Eric Swalwell withdrew from the Governor's race in April after five women accused him of sexual assault.

GEO Group, a private immigration detention company, settled a California case for over $100,000 after state regulators cited it for labor and safety violations at a Central Valley facility. The settlement followed allegations that detainees were paid $1 a day to work and faced unsafe conditions, marking the first time a state treated immigrant detainees as workers under labor law.

Indian terror gangs have been using California as a hub to traffic guns, drugs, and money, according to federal authorities. A gang member stated they would kill without hesitation, showing no regard for victims.

Ruben Gallego, who has considered a 2028 presidential run, rescinded support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a rape allegation, similar to his previous withdrawal of support for Eric Swalwell's California gubernatorial campaign amid misconduct allegations. Platner and Swalwell denied the allegations, while Platner's former girlfriend Lyndsey Fifield criticized Gallego for not acting sooner.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) purchased two California migrant detention centers, California City Detention Facility and Otay Mesa Detention Center, for $1.5 billion to expand Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportation capacity. The sale, funded by President Trump's spending bill, aims to bypass California's sanctuary policies that limit ICE's use of private prisons, with CoreCivic, the former operator, expecting $1.1 billion in net proceeds.

Two 15-year-olds were detained by San Mateo, California police for underage drinking and shooting Orbeez gel blasters from a Waymo driverless vehicle. The autonomous company contacted authorities to stop the teens during their unauthorized use of the vehicle.

Seven environmental groups and California are challenging the federal government's approval of an offshore oil pipeline near Santa Barbara, arguing it was restarted without proper oversight after a 2015 spill. The legal dispute centers on whether the pipeline constitutes interstate commerce, with the federal government and California presenting conflicting arguments about its regulatory jurisdiction.

A judge has dismissed all charges against a California radiologist accused of driving his family off a cliff in 2023. The dismissal followed mental health treatment for the defendant.

Charges against Dharmesh Patel, a California radiologist who drove his family off a cliff in 2023, were dismissed after he completed a two-year mental health diversion program. Prosecutors had charged him with attempted murder following the crash, which injured his wife and two children, but a judge ruled the charges must be dropped under California's mental health diversion law.

An environmental justice group has sued California over changes to its cap-and-invest program, alleging the state's air regulator implemented the overhaul without proper environmental review. The lawsuit challenges the rushed modification of California's carbon market system.

An environmental justice group is suing California over changes to its cap-and-invest program, alleging the state's air regulator rushed the overhaul without proper environmental review.

California leads the list of least insurable counties in the US according to a new map. The state's previously desirable housing markets are now causing insurance challenges.

California is ranked as the third worst state to move to in the U.S. in 2026 by ConsumerAffairs, following New Mexico and Louisiana. The report is part of ConsumerAffairs' guide for 'the best states to move to in 2026.'

CoreCivic, a private prison company, sold two of the largest immigration detention facilities in California to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Gavin Newsom, a media-savvy California governor, has been less visible since June 15 after disclosing Justice Department investigations. The FBI is conducting a probe against him and his wife.

Two 15-year-olds were detained after causing 'trouble' in a Waymo self-driving SUV in California. They were reported to be drinking and 'shooting' from inside the vehicle, prompting a response from the San Mateo Police Department.

Federal officials announced the arrest of 24 suspects linked to three India-based transnational organized crime groups. The arrests, part of 'Operation Hard Ball', occurred in California and other locations across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

The Department of Homeland Security purchased two immigrant detention centers in California for $1.5 billion. The move aims to increase detention capacity while reducing reliance on private prison corporations.

The Department of Homeland Security purchased two immigrant detention centers in California for $1.5 billion. The move aims to expand detention capacity while reducing reliance on private prison corporations.

Thousands of Californians received DMV letters stating irregularities in their written test results, requiring them to retake the exam within 30 days to avoid license loss. The unexpected notices caused confusion and urgent appointment bookings.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill 315, the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act, modeled after similar legislation in California and New York. The bill imposes transparency and accountability requirements on large AI models generating over $500 million annually, including reporting catastrophic risks and incidents. The law aims to establish a de facto national standard, with Illinois, California, and New York representing 40% of the U.S. AI market.

California lawmakers approved a plan allowing the state's Department of Motor Vehicles to share driver's license and ID card information with a national verification network to comply with the federal Real ID Act. Immigrant advocates have raised concerns about this measure.

The Supreme Court has not completed its role in safeguarding women's sports. The article questions why Title IX, a federal law, applies in West Virginia but not in California if sex is recognized under the law.

Federal lawyers are leaving the Trump administration and joining Democratic state attorneys general's offices, contributing to legal challenges against the president's second-term agenda. Over 10,000 federal attorneys have departed since 2025 began, with more than 100 identified as working for Democratic attorneys general, participating in cases opposing Trump administration policies.

Federal lawyers are leaving the Trump administration and joining Democratic state attorneys general's offices, with over 100 identified as working on cases challenging the administration's agenda. Legal filings show these attorneys are involved in lawsuits opposing Trump's policies on transgender healthcare, research grants, and National Guard deployments.

Anthony Agueda, a California dairy farmer, uses a vermifiltration system developed by Chilean company BioFiltro to reduce manure pollution. The system, which employs earthworms and natural materials, is being adopted by multiple U.S. dairies, particularly in California, as part of efforts to address livestock industry environmental impacts.

The California DMV is sending letters to thousands of license holders due to testing irregularities, requiring them to retake the written exam within 30 days to avoid license revocation.

The California DMV is investigating testing irregularities that could lead to revoking thousands of licenses. Affected individuals received letters requiring them to retake the written exam within 30 days to retain their licenses.

The article argues that Arizona, California, and Nevada (Lower Basin states) must acknowledge climate change impacts on the Colorado River, as Colorado and other Upper Basin states have done for decades. It emphasizes the need for hard decisions to address these effects.

California has given away 136 acres of coastal land in Mendocino County to a group of three Indian tribes. The land transfer was described as a valuable public resource ceded for no financial consideration.

California may begin testing kindergarteners in math under Senate Bill 1067 to identify students falling behind early. Over 60% of California students perform below the state's math benchmark, and the bill aims to provide early intervention. The law would require schools to select approved math tests for kindergarten through second grade by 2028, with implementation costs exceeding $100 million.

Graham Platner is facing increasing pressure to withdraw from the race. Representative Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, has rescinded his endorsement of Platner.

Landline phone access will be removed from California homes starting in 2027 after the FCC approved AT&T's request to end the service, cutting off a vital lifeline for thousands of homeowners.

Prince Harry is leaving California for a UK visit, where he may take on a military role. The UK aims to rebuild its military capabilities, and Harry seeks a purpose to re-energize his life. The article suggests Harry is uniquely suited to lead a defense renaissance amid political challenges.

A Stanford study found California home insurance premiums increased by 84% over five years, driven by wildfire risk. High-risk fire zones saw the largest impacts, with more homeowners shifting to the state's costly FAIR Plan as insurers reduce coverage.

A California woman, Brittany Clark, 31, was killed by an alligator while swimming in the Econlockhatchee River at Little Big Econ State Forest in Florida on June 28. She was with her best friend and boyfriend when the incident occurred.

Thirteen Democrat-led states, including California, Colorado, and Washington, are allowed to continue their lawsuit against the Trump administration for terminating clean energy programs without congressional approval. A federal judge denied the administration's motion to dismiss, ruling the states have a right to seek relief and that the case should remain in federal court.

Oil prices have dropped near pre-crisis levels, but gasoline prices remain high. Experts attribute this to increased profit margins, price volatility, and pricing software. President Donald Trump and former President Joe Biden criticized retailers for price gouging.

Rondy Packard Sr., a Fresno, California man, was rescued after being missing for six days following a fishing trip. The rescue occurred in the remote Pine Flat Lake area on Independence Day, according to authorities.

Rondy Packard Sr., a Fresno, California man, was rescued after being missing for six days following a fishing trip. He was found in the remote Pine Flat Lake area on Independence Day by authorities.