A tragic incident occurred Friday evening in Sylmar when the driver of a disabled vehicle fell to his death. The accident happened on the connector from the southbound Golden State (5) Freeway to the northbound Antelope Valley (14) Freeway, with the man falling over 100 feet onto The Old Road below. California Highway Patrol officers … Read more
California’s death penalty remains a contentious issue, with significant legal and political developments shaping its current status. While capital punishment is still legally recognized in the state, its implementation has been effectively halted. Legal Status of the Death Penalty in California As of now, capital punishment is still on the books in California, but it … Read more
California leaders recently shared their plan to implement a new financial literacy graduation requirement for high school students. The goal is for all public high school students to take a stand-alone personal finance course by 2027. During a virtual meeting, officials discussed how to make this happen. State Superintendent Tony Thurmond mentioned that Next Gen … Read more
A number of new laws are set to take effect in California starting January 1, 2025. These laws will bring significant changes to workplaces, particularly regarding family leave, sick leave, and the minimum wage. Minimum Wage Increase Although voters recently rejected a proposal to raise California’s minimum wage further, a 2016 law ensures that the … Read more
As winter approaches, the Southwest is seeing a surge in Valley fever cases, with infections spiking significantly in Arizona and California. Here’s a closer look at what Valley fever is, why cases are rising, and what efforts are underway to combat this fungal infection. What is Valley Fever? Valley fever, or coccidioidomycosis, is a lung … Read more
Allison Huynh, a former Silicon Valley Democratic donor, has publicly criticized the Democratic Party, citing what she describes as a disconnect between progressive politics and the realities facing Californians. In an interview with Fox News Digital, Huynh explained her decision to distance herself from her former party, emphasizing issues like crime, homelessness, and the cost … Read more
California’s housing market continues to struggle in 2024, with home sales failing to meet optimistic projections for a rebound. Following a steep 24% decline in 2023, the California Association of Realtors (CAR) initially forecasted a 20% increase in sales for this year. However, as the year draws to a close, CAR has revised its forecast … Read more
California voters have decisively rejected Proposition 32, a ballot measure that sought to raise the state minimum wage to $18 per hour by 2026, keeping the state’s minimum wage below what could have become the highest in the country. Key Arguments Against the Measure Opponents, led by the California Chamber of Commerce, warned that the … Read more
Lanai Ariyana Dees, a 21-year-old woman from Inglewood, California, was tragically shot and killed early Sunday morning in South Los Angeles. Her body was discovered in a crashed white Mercedes in an alley, prompting a homicide investigation as her family seeks answers. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported that deputies responded to the scene … Read more
Historic South Central Los Angeles, — the Los Angeles Police Department’s Newton Division Responded to a Shooting Call at 11:21 P.m. Monday in the 100 Block of West 25th Street in Historic South Central Los Angeles. Upon Arrival, Officers Found a 30-year-old Man With a Gunshot Wound to the Head. Los Angeles Fire Department Paramedics … Read more