California
'Disclosure Day' ends with a bang. Here's how a former news anchor stole the show
Her name is Courtney Grace and she carries Steven Spielberg's sci-fi thriller to its emotional climax. She discussed her experience working on the film.
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Technology
'Godfather' of options sees SpaceX surpassing Nvidia, Tesla as early trades come in
SpaceX options are officially listed, and they're off to the races.
California
'So happy' after Knicks' win, then family says LAPD killed their dog
A video circulating on social media shows a woman sobbing in the hallway of a Canoga Park apartment complex, hugging a dog who is wearing a Knicks shirt. The dog had been shot.
Bay Area
'The Bear' cast and crew reunite at Season 5 premiere in New York City
The cast and crew of the hit Hulu and FX series "The Bear," reunited Monday night at the New York City premiere ahead of the fifth and final season.
Bay Area
'Toy Story 5': Tom Hanks says 'it is an absolute honor' as he reunites with Tim Allen for new film
Reflecting on their long association with the "Toy Story" franchise, Tom Hanks and Tim Allen described their roles as both an honor and a responsibility.
California
1 of 4 possible elections to replace Eric Swalwell in Congress set for Tuesday
On Tuesday, and for the second time this month, Alameda County voters in the 14th Congressional District will have a chance to weigh in on who should replace former U.S. representative Eric Swalwell.  Tuesday’s election is a special primary to determine who will fill Swalwell’s old seat until his permanent replacement takes office in January […] The post 1 of 4 possible elections to replace Eric Swalwell in Congress set for Tuesday appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
15 Members of Direct Action Minnesota, a Minneapolis-Based Direct Action Group with Antifa Ties, Indicted
15 Members of Direct Action Minnesota, a Minneapolis-Based Direct Action Group with Antifa Ties, Indicted
Bay Area
2 Bay Area college students dead after being swept into ocean at Santa Cruz Co. beach
UC Berkeley student Harshita Nair and San Jose State student Mahial Sran both died after being swept into the ocean in Santa Cruz County last week, according to authorities and family members. The Santa Cruz Fire captain thinks a sneaker wave might have been responsible.
Bay Area
2 Bay Area college students die after getting trapped on Santa Cruz beach
The students graduated from Washington High School in Fremont in 2023.
Bay Area
2 college students Mahial Sran, Harshita Nair, dead after being swept into ocean at Santa Cruz, California beach
Two college students died after being swept into the ocean in California, according to authorities.
California
3 LA restaurants honored with James Beard awards
Los Angeles was recognised in the 'Oscars' of the food world.
News
5 arrested over plot to attack White House UFC event, DOJ says
The Justice Department says it arrested five people who were planning to attack this weekend's UFC event at the White House. According to an arrest document, one of the individuals is a 19-year-old from Ohio who said he had been planning the attack with a group of extremists with ultra-religious and anti-government views. Ali Rogin reports.
Technology
5.5 magnitude earthquake rattles Tokyo region but no danger of a tsunami, meteorological agency says
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.5 has shaken eastern Japan including Tokyo
California
6 showrunners on how to keep production in L.A., their advice to young writers and more
The writers behind 'All Her Fault,' 'The Audacity,' 'Wonder Man,' 'The Comeback,' 'The Testaments' and 'The Gilded Age' sit down with moderator Yvonne Villarreal for the 2026 Emmy Writers Roundtable.
Technology
6.7 magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake has shaken central Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, injuring at least eight people
Bay Area
6.7-magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia, causing damage and injuries
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook part of central Indonesia's Sulawesi island Tuesday, injuring at least eight people, causing scattered damage and rattling residents.
Culture
7 Crochet Dress Outfits That Work From Sand to Street
From Diotima and Maria McManus to Staud, shop seven crochet dress outfits that prove the summer staple works just about anywhere.
California
8 Dead in B-52 Bomber Crash at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California
Officials said Monday that emergency crews responded after the aircraft went down around 11:20 a.m. at Edwards Air Force Base north of Los Angeles.
Bay Area
8 people killed in B-52 bomber crash during 'routine test mission,' Edwards Air Force Base confirms
Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base. Officials said the crash happened during a "routine test mission."
Bay Area
8 people killed in B-52 bomber crash during 'routine test mission,' Edwards Air Force Base confirms
Eight people died after a B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base. Officials said the crash happened during a "routine test mission."
Technology
A Fashion Model Is Again Suing Rainbow Shops Over Unsanctioned AI Images
The refiled case added a new provocative AI picture as evidence.
Culture
A Guide to Sonoma County, Napa’s Charming Neighbor
Despite the relentless comparison to its well-known neighbor just to the east, Sonoma’s identity is distinctly its own, with some of the best wine (and most delightful stays) in the US.
Technology
A blood test for dementia may tell you if you have more than one type
AI helped researchers develop an experimental blood test that might let doctors diagnose overlapping dementias.
Technology
A drag queen shut down Lombard Street for 4 hours to film new SF movie
Its West Coast premiere is already sold out.
California
A loan program seeks to help immigrant businesses shut out by the Trump administration
A new partnership is connecting qualifying small business owners with interest-free loans of up to $50,000.
News
A person is in custody in a Chicago cross burning investigation, police say
Police in Chicago say a person is in custody in an investigation of a large cross set on fire in a well-known park
Markets
AM Best: Data Centers Pose Risks Beyond What P/C Industry Has Experienced
Motley, complicated risks are presented with the proliferation of data centers across the U.S. to bolster critical infrastructure for artificial intelligence. A new report from AM Best outlines “substantial insurance demand” evolving for the warehouse-sized facilities of computer servers. “With …
Markets
ANV Agrees to Buy Open Lending Corp in All-Cash Deal
ANV Group Holdings Ltd. said it has entered a definitive merger agreement with Open Lending Corporation. ANV said it will acquire all outstanding shares of Open Lending common stock for $3.15 per share through an all-cash tender offer. The transaction …
Technology
APOS: Brazilian Soccer Star Neymar Licenses His AI Likeness to Microdrama Platform FlareFlow
The Chinese-owned vertical entertainment platform is launching a 16-title AI-powered microdrama franchise featuring Neymar during the ongoing World Cup.
Technology
APOS: Korean Studio Showbox Signs Microdrama Co-Production Deal With ReelShort
The deal makes the studio behind 'Exhuma,' 'A Taxi Driver' and 'Itaewon Class' the latest major player in Korea's film industry to chase the booming — and crowded — vertical drama market.
Technology
Aardman Director Will Becher Eyes China Release for New ‘Shaun the Sheep’ Film, Developing New Feature
Aardman director Will Becher said “Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom” could reach Chinese cinemas in October, speaking at a panel discussion at the Shanghai International Film Festival, where he is serving as chair of the animation jury alongside Indian filmmaker Gitanjali Rao and Chinese animator Yu Shui. Becher, who co-directed “A Shaun […]
Bay Area
Activists call for bodycam video release after LA police fatally shoot dog during Knicks celebration
Activists are calling for the release of body camera video after a woman's dog was shot and killed by police during a New York Knicks' NBA championship celebration in Los Angeles.
Technology
Actor Turned Artist Lisa Edelstein’s Theater of Jewishness
The painter, currently voicing Naomi Schwartz on Netflix's "Long Story Short," interprets a trove of her family's old snapshots for a new museum show in L.A.
Technology
Ads in New York Must Now Label AI-Generated ‘Synthetic Performers’
Any advertisements in New York that feature artificial intelligence-generated people in place of actors will now be violating state law if they don’t clearly label that they have used a “synthetic performer.” The law, signed in December by Gov. Kathy …
Technology
African and Commonwealth nations in Kenya urge quick execution of a key treaty protecting oceans
African and Commonwealth nations have called for a swift implementation of a landmark treaty protecting the high seas
Bay Area
After Pacifica Pier Damage, Bay Area Leaders Urge Trump to Restore Aid
As the city reels from pier damage and the loss of a beloved cafe, officials are pushing for aid — which they believe is long overdue.
California
After funding measure falls short at the polls, El Cerrito seeks a new solution for old library
THE EL CERRITO LIBRARY INITIATIVE — also known as Measure C — has been a source of controversy among residents. That was clear by the websites and signs for and against the initiative, which emerged in full force over the weeks leading up to election day. Despite a hard-fought battle by many who wanted to see major improvements made […] The post After funding measure falls short at the polls, El Cerrito seeks a new solution for old library appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
After resurrecting an iconic PC brand, Commodore is getting into flip phones
When Christian Simpson, a retro gaming YouTuber also known as Peri Fractic, bought the remains of an early PC company called Commodore in 2025, he decided to pick up right where the original Commodore left off. Which meant starting product development in the mid-1990s. Simpson and his team first set to work reviving the company's […] It won’t be for everyone, but there’s something delightful about the retro look. | Photo: Commodore When Christian Simpson, a retro gaming YouTuber also known as Peri Fractic, bought the remains of an early PC company called Commodore in 2025, he decided to pick up right where the original Commodore left off. Which meant starting product development in the mid-1990s. Simpson and his team first set to work reviving the company's most iconic product, and you can now buy a Commodore 64 that is the spitting image of the 1982 original (other than the Wi-Fi
California
Air Quality Alert issued June 16 at 4:54PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to increased fine particle pollution from wildfire smoke. Visit https://www.aqmd.gov/alertinfo to check current and forecasted air quality levels. * WHERE...in the San Gorgonio Pass, the Coachella Valley, Lake Elsinore and Hemet-San Jacinto Valley. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on fire activity and local weather conditions. * WHEN...Until 5 PM Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Particles in wildfire smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
California
Air Quality Alert issued June 16 at 6:50AM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to increased fine particle pollution from wildfire smoke. Visit https://www.aqmd.gov/alertinfo to check current and forecasted air quality levels. * WHERE...in the San Gorgonio Pass, the Coachella Valley, Lake Elsinore and Hemet-San Jacinto Valley. Levels of particle pollution can vary by time and location depending on fire activity and local weather conditions. * WHEN...from 9:30 PM Monday to 5 PM Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Particles in wildfire smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing. Everyone can be affected, but people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
California
Aisha Wahab Far Ahead in Special Election for Swalwell’s Former Seat
Aisha Wahab jumped out to a big lead in early results Tuesday night in a special election for an East Bay congressional seat vacated by Eric Swalwell.
Markets
Alabama GOP Dismisses Tuberville Residency Challenge Brought by Insurance Agent
The Alabama Republican Party said U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain the party’s gubernatorial nominee, rejecting a claim on Sunday that he had not lived in the state long enough to run for governor. The unanimous decision came after the …
Culture
All of Bad Bunny’s Surprise Guests at His Madrid Residency
From Myke Towers to Young Miko and more, these are the artists who performed alongside Benito at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Technology
All the latest news on Android 17, Wear OS 7, and Android XR
Google’s Android 17 update includes highlights like new floating “Bubble” app windows for easier multitasking, a Screen Reaction recording mode, and a 50/50 split gaming mode for foldable phones. Meanwhile, Wear OS 7 brings Live Updates and better battery life for smart watches, and it prepares connections for new Android XR smart glasses that will […] Google’s Android 17 update includes highlights like new floating “Bubble” app windows for easier multitasking, a Screen Reaction recording mode, and a 50/50 split gaming mode for foldable phones. Meanwhile, Wear OS 7 brings Live Updates and better battery life for smart watches, and it prepares connections for new Android XR smart glasses that will launch this fall. The update is rolling out to Pixel phones first, then other devices, with some features, like Gemini Intelligence , set to debut later this year. Follow along here for th
Science
Almost All of World’s Children Exposed to Climate Hazards, UN Agency Says
Almost all of the world’s children are exposed to at least one climate hazard, with as many as 1.8 billion put in danger by droughts and 1.2 billion by extreme heat, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said in a …
Markets
America’s fertility rate has never been lower. Blame smartphones — and these 4 financial realities.
Having as many children as families want requires “gender equality, economic stability, decent health and confidence in the future.”
Technology
Among the large new rockets Amazon was counting on, only Europe has delivered
"As for Arianespace, they have definitely stepped up."
California
Andrew Bird gets 'painfully sincere' at mental health benefit concert celebrating 'The Pitt'
Intimacy was key to the sold-out "Andrew Bird and Friends" concert, which took over Largo to benefit mental health organizations for healthcare workers.
Technology
Android 17 arrives on Pixel phones today
Following its official debut last month, Google is now rolling out Android 17 to compatible Pixel phones, alongside additional exclusive features as part of the June Pixel Drop. Not every feature announced alongside the OS at the pre-I/O Android Show is available today, though. Android 17 itself is arriving on Pixel phones today, and Google […] Floating Bubble windows are among the biggest changes in the OS update. | Image: Google Following its official debut last month, Google is now rolling out Android 17 to compatible Pixel phones, alongside additional exclusive features as part of the June Pixel Drop. Not every feature announced alongside the OS at the pre-I/O Android Show is available today, though. Android 17 itself is arriving on Pixel phones today, and Google says other manufacturers will be issuing the update throughout 2026. The biggest user interface update is the introd
Technology
Android 17 starts hitting Pixel phones and watches today
Pixels will get their OTA in the coming weeks, but don't expect monumental changes.
California
Another crash at L.A. County's Whiteman Airport is sparking calls for federal reform
A 77-year-old pilot landed at the Whiteman Airport but faulty landing gear caused the plane to crash, according to airport officials.
Technology
Anthropic "pauses" token-based billing for its Claude Agent SDK
Move originally planned for Monday would have heavily increased power users' costs.
Technology
Anthropic disables new AI model after White House security directive
The Trump administration forced Anthropic, one of the country's leading artificial intelligence companies, to disable its new and powerful AI model, citing security concerns. It's an unprecedented move that comes as the government struggles to define the guardrails for an industry whose technology is rapidly advancing. Stephanie Sy discussed more with Amrith Ramkumar of The Wall Street Journal.
Technology
Anthropic's Fable shutdown is a big moment for open-source AI
Anthropic’s Fable shutdown could boost open-source AI, but many of the models gaining traction are Chinese.
Culture
Are Substack Launches the New Book Parties? This Newsletter Made the Case
For 17 years, award-winning journalist Carson Griffith had a standard answer whenever anyone asked what she covered: “Rich people shit.” Whether she was writing about media moguls or financiers, designers or founders, private clubs in Palm Beach or happenings in the Hamptons, the catch-all seemed to fit.
Technology
As World Cup Fever Strikes, Is 2026 the Summer of Fandom?
Watch parties have suddenly become America's favorite pastime, thanks to the World Cup, the NBA finals and UFC Freedom 250 at the White House.
News
As cancer rates fall nationally, Iowa sees a troubling rise in diagnoses
For years, national conversations about cancer have often focused on the so-called "Cancer Alley" in the Deep South or Appalachian states with high smoking rates. But recently, a different state has grabbed headlines. Iowa has the second-highest cancer incidence in the country and is one of only three states where rates are rising. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports.
Technology
Asha Banks Talks ‘Your Fault: London,’ Music Career and Finding Herself in Noah
The 22-year-old musician and actor stars in the new Prime Video movie, which also features her latest single.
Technology
Asia Argento to Be Honored at Locarno Film Festival
The Locarno Film Festival will celebrate Italian actress and director Asia Argento with its lifetime achievement award dedicated to creative pioneers. She will receive the award on Aug. 13 in the Swiss lakeside town’s 8,000 seat outdoor Piazza Grande venue, where she will also present her most recent film, Jorge Thielen Armand’s “Death Has No […]
Technology
Asia Argento to Receive Locarno Life Achievement Award
Giona A. Nazzaro, the Swiss festival's artistic director, lauded her as "an artist who has always managed to reimagine what it means to make films, constantly challenging herself and taking personal risks."
Technology
Audible Is $1/Month For 3 Months With This Summer Deal
Ahead of summer travel season, Amazon Prime is offering three months of Audible for only $.99/month. Once the three months conclude, they’ll begin charging their typical $8.99/month. The deal, which runs through July 15, is one of the best Audible promos we’ve seen on the site yet. To take advantage of the deal, you have […]
Bay Area
Audit: Palo Alto cops frequently fail to activate body cameras
When two Palo Alto police officers attempted to arrest a drunk woman at a restaurant, they noted in their report that they heard a loud “pop” sound after pushing the woman against the wall. One of the officers told the woman: “I know it hurts because you are moving so much.” Only after they handcuffed... The post Audit: Palo Alto cops frequently fail to activate body cameras appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
Ayo Edebiri Bids Adieu to Sydney at ‘The Bear’ Final Family Meal in Her Favorite Gianvito Rossi Sandals
She paired them with a custom Chanel dress.
California
B-52 'burst into flames' after sudden crash, killing 8: What we know
Investigators are trying to determine the cause of a B-52 bomber crash that killed eight Monday in California. The crash occurred during a 'routine test mission' at Edwards Air Force Base.
California
B-52 bomber crash came as Air Force was upgrading legendary workhorse
For more than 60 years, the B-52 has been the "backbone of the strategic bomber force for the United States." Now officials are looking into what went wrong in a deadly crash at Edwards Air Force Base that killed 8 onboard.
Science
Backed by Threat of Clawbacks, Feds Wield Tight Grip on $50B Rural Health Fund
Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, framed the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program as “bold, creative plans” led by states. But as states have started to roll out their plans, federal officials control where and how the money is spent.
Bay Area
Ballet company holds ‘A Last Dance’ and its leaders plan a new beginning
Following the closure of Peninsula Lively Arts, its artistic staff will launch a new dance school and company in July.
News
Ballet company holds ‘A Last Dance’ and its leaders plan a new beginning
Following the closure of Peninsula Lively Arts, its artistic staff will launch a new dance school and company in July.
Bay Area
Ballet company holds ‘A Last Dance’ and its leaders plan a new beginning
Following the closure of Peninsula Lively Arts, its artistic staff will launch a new dance school and company in July.
News
Ballet company holds ‘A Last Dance’ and its leaders plan a new beginning
Following the closure of Peninsula Lively Arts, its artistic staff will launch a new dance school and company in July.
Technology
Bank of Japan hikes rates to 1%, highest since 1995, as yen and inflation worries take hold
This is the BOJ's first hike since December, when it raised rates to its current level of 0.75%, also its highest level in over 30 years.
Bay Area
Bay Area Juneteenth celebrations to honor Black culture through music, art and food
Around the Bay Area, Juneteenth events are scheduled to take place and celebrate Black culture, with a focus on music, art and food. Spanning Friday to Sunday, the holiday’s festivities will occur across the entire region, with headliner events taking place in Oakland, San Jose and San Francisco. Juneteenth commemorates the day Union troops of […] The post Bay Area Juneteenth celebrations to honor Black culture through music, art and food appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 1:12PM PDT until June 19 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 5 feet with sets to 6 feet, highest at south-facing beaches in Orange County. High rip current risk and strong longshore currents. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous swimming conditions generated by high rip current risk and strong longshore currents.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 2:22PM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet on south-facing beaches, as well as minor coastal flooding near times of high tide. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...Through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Minor coastal flooding are possible in low-lying areas near the times of high tides. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high astronomical tides of 7.0 ft to 7.4 ft.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 2:22PM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to surf of 2 to 3 feet on south-facing beaches expected, with 3 to 6 feet near Jalama. Minor coastal flooding is also possible near times of high tide. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...Through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Minor coastal flooding are possible in low-lying areas near the times of high tides. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from 8 PM through 1 AM tonight, due to high astronomical tides of 7.0 ft to 7.4 ft.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 2:22PM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor, but impactful coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 4:18AM PDT until June 18 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...Low-lying coastal and bayshore areas in San Francisco. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday, 1.2 ft above normal (7.1 ft MLLW) at 1:51 AM on Thursday. High tide varies up to 90
Bay Area
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 4:18AM PDT until June 18 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...High tide flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday. High tide varies up to 90 mi
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 9:44AM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to surf of 2 to 3 feet on south-facing beaches expected, with 3 to 6 feet near Jalama. Minor coastal flooding is also possible near times of high tide. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...Through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Minor coastal flooding are possible in low-lying areas near the times of high tides. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from 8 PM through 1 AM tonight, due to high astronomical tides of 7.1 ft to 7.4 ft.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 9:44AM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet on south-facing beaches, as well as minor coastal flooding near times of high tide. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...Through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Minor coastal flooding are possible in low-lying areas near the times of high tides. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high astronomical tides of 7.1 ft to 7.4 ft.
California
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 16 at 9:44AM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor, but impactful coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high
Technology
Bill limiting investors from buying homes set to speed through Congress
Top lawmakers reached an agreement on a key housing bill that would limit investor ownership, clearing the way for passage through both chambers of Congress.
Culture
Billboard Hot Latin Songs Top 10 Countdown for June 20th, 2026 | Billboard Latin
Jay Wheeler’s “De Lejitos” slips a spot in the top 10, and Omar Courtz is back into the top 10, but can he take No. 1 from Bad Bunny? Narrator: Here’s the Billboard Hot Latin Songs top 10 for the week dated June 20: “Koko” bounces back to No. 10, “De Lejitos” eases down to […]
Culture
Billy Jones Forever Foundation Launches In Honor of the Late New York Nightlife Fixture
Following Jones' death last June, the Foundation will celebrate his life and legacy by supporting young people aspiring to work in music.
Culture
Bonnie Tyler Out of Coma Following Emergency Surgery, Summer Tour Dates Canceled
Bonnie Tyler has emerged from an induced coma following emergency surgery in Portugal.
California
Bonnie Tyler is out of her coma but 'remains very unwell' after emergency surgery
Bonnie Tyler's family says the singer is out of her coma but 'remains very unwell' and is in intensive care after an emergency sugery.
Technology
Brave Pudding to Host East Hampton Activation Featuring Curation of Brands by Sarah Fiszel
Brands run the gamut from sustainable luxury fashion to fine jewelry and fragrance.
Culture
Brice Marden Spent Sixty Years Chasing the Same Question. A New Gagosian Survey Shows the Results
Looking back, Gagosian said what stands out most was Marden's "total dedication to his art."
Markets
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Technology
Bruce Springsteen Dedicates Harry Belafonte Social Justice Award to Minneapolis, L.A., Portland Citizens “Who Stood Against the Federal Invasion of Their Cities”
The legendary musician spoke with Bono at the Tribeca Festival about their music and activism before the duo joined Patti Smith on a rousing rendition of "People Have the Power."
Technology
CBS Will Pay for Unauthorized Use of ‘Linus and Lucy’ in ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Finale; Proceeds to be Donated to José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen
CBS has struck a deal to pay Lee Mendelson Film Productions, Inc., an undisclosed amount after “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” used the famed Vince Guaraldi composition “Linus and Lucy” in the late night talk show’s May finale. As part of the licensing agreement, Lee Mendelson Film Prods. will donate those proceeds to Chef […]
Bay Area
CSU Workers Disrupt Bargaining at San Francisco State as Contract Deadline Looms
As California State University workers juggle negotiations over multiple contracts statewide, unionized employees at San Francisco State disrupted bargaining, demanding fair pay and job security.
Markets
CVS Paying $36.5 Million for Overbilling Medi-Cal for Insulin Pens
CVS is paying $36.5 million for submitting false claims to the Medi-Cal program for excessive dispensing of insulin pens. A settlement pursued by California Attorney General Rob Bonta in collaboration with the United States Department of Justice with CVS Pharmacy, …
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CalMatters journalism honored as ‘impeccable,’ ‘beautifully-written’ and ‘the definition of public service’ in Golden State Journalism Awards
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. CalMatters won five of this year’s Golden State Journalism Awards, for public health reporting, criminal justice reporting, education reporting, courage in journalism and impact in journalism. The awards are given by the Sacramento Press Club for politics and public policy reporting across the […]
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CalMatters journalism honored as ‘impeccable,’ ‘beautifully-written’ and ‘the definition of public service’ in Golden State Journalism Awards
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. CalMatters won five of this year’s Golden State Journalism Awards, for public health reporting, criminal justice reporting, education reporting, courage in journalism and impact in journalism. The awards are given by the Sacramento Press Club for politics and public policy reporting across the […]
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CalMatters journalism honored as ‘impeccable,’ ‘beautifully-written’ and ‘the definition of public service’ in Golden State Journalism Awards
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. CalMatters won five of this year’s Golden State Journalism Awards, for public health reporting, criminal justice reporting, education reporting, courage in journalism and impact in journalism. The awards are given by the Sacramento Press Club for politics and public policy reporting across the […]
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CalMatters journalism honored as ‘impeccable,’ ‘beautifully-written’ and ‘the definition of public service’ in Golden State Journalism Awards
CalMatters staff won in impact in journalism, courage in journalism, public health reporting, criminal justice reporting and education reporting.
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CalMatters journalism honored as ‘impeccable,’ ‘beautifully-written’ and ‘the definition of public service’ in Golden State Journalism Awards
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. CalMatters won five of this year’s Golden State Journalism Awards, for public health reporting, criminal justice reporting, education reporting, courage in journalism and impact in journalism. The awards are given by the Sacramento Press Club for politics and public policy reporting across the […]
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Department of Justice is investigating him and his wife
Gov. Gavin Newsom says President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, calling it a political witch hunt.
California
Californian is infected with rare tick-borne illness. What to know about the deadly bacteria
The fourth person in the U.S., the third California resident, has been infected with the bacterium Rickettsia lanei.
California
Can Controlled Burns Help With California’s Air Pollution?
A new study finds that annual prescribed burning could reduce smoke pollution.
Technology
Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes Instagram sensation thanks to his saves
Vozinha gasped and laughed in shock when shown the number of new Instagram followers he had gained after helping tiny Cape Verde hold off powerhouse Spain in his team’s World Cup debut
California
Capital Group buys Bunker Hill skyscraper
Los Angeles fund manager Capital Group has completed its $210-million purchase of the Bunker Hill skyscraper it already occupied as a renter and vows to continue expanding its downtown presence.
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Capitol’s perpetual rivalry on display as Newsom and legislators clash over budget
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A few months after his inauguration as governor in 1999, Gray Davis uttered a few words that rattled the Capitol. While being interviewed by the San Francisco Chronicle’s editorial board, the Democrat expressed frustration about his differences with legislative leaders, and declared that […]
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Capitol’s perpetual rivalry on display as Newsom and legislators clash over budget
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A few months after his inauguration as governor in 1999, Gray Davis uttered a few words that rattled the Capitol. While being interviewed by the San Francisco Chronicle’s editorial board, the Democrat expressed frustration about his differences with legislative leaders, and declared that […]
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Capitol’s perpetual rivalry on display as Newsom and legislators clash over budget
As Gavin Newsom tries to wrap up his governorship, his differences with legislative leaders are on display as they clash over the budget.
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Capitol’s perpetual rivalry on display as Newsom and legislators clash over budget
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A few months after his inauguration as governor in 1999, Gray Davis uttered a few words that rattled the Capitol. While being interviewed by the San Francisco Chronicle’s editorial board, the Democrat expressed frustration about his differences with legislative leaders, and declared that […]
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Capitol’s perpetual rivalry on display as Newsom and legislators clash over budget
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A few months after his inauguration as governor in 1999, Gray Davis uttered a few words that rattled the Capitol. While being interviewed by the San Francisco Chronicle’s editorial board, the Democrat expressed frustration about his differences with legislative leaders, and declared that […]
Technology
Carvana is expanding into new vehicles. The implications could reshape the U.S. automotive retail market
Carvana has bought seven new vehicle franchises since last year that primarily sell Stellantis' Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram brands.
Bay Area
Che Fico’s spinoff cocktail bar has SF’s most millennial-coded cocktails
Golden Rule has sports-bar vibes, but it’s filled with wit, charm, and Hubba Bubba gum.
Markets
Chicken tenders are taking over the world, and KFC is rushing to keep up
Goodbye bone-in wings, hello tenders and chicken sandwiches that can be easily eaten in the car.
Technology
Chinese money plant leaves hide a mathematical pattern
Tiny water-secreting pores appear to organize the major veins of the plant leaves into an arrangement known as a Voronoi diagram.
Technology
Chris Brown Dog-Mauling Trial Delayed Over Mistrial
A Los Angeles judge excused jurors, citing misconduct by a panel member, and ordered Brown back on Thursday for the start of testimony in a new trial
Culture
Christie’s to Open Wine Shop at Rockefeller Center in New York
The auction house will open Christie's Wine and Spirits sometime later this year.
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City Hall and Nonessential Services Closure: Friday, Jun. 19, 2026
City Hall and Nonessential Services Closure: Friday, Jun. 19, 2026 Hayward City Hall will be closed, and nonessential municipal services will be paused Friday, Jun. 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth. City Hall will reopen and municipal services will be restored to their regular schedule, Monday, Jun. 22 . Specific information about departments, programs, and services during this period is provided below: Street Sweeping : No street-sweeping or citation enforcement will occur during the closure. Street-sweeping will resume its regular schedule the day following the closures. Review the schedule here . Hayward Public Library : Both branches will be closed. Online check-outs of books, movies, and more are available via the digital library here . Permit Applications : New permit applications and resubmittals can be submitted through the Hayward e-Permits Portal during the clo
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City of Ukiah answers: Why annexation?
The most commonly and passionately asked question that Ukiah Valley residents had for officials with the city of Ukiah at last week’s annexation information workshop was, “Why annexation?” City officials said at the meeting that the move would help Ukiah tap into a major source of state funding for water infrastructure improvements in the greater Ukiah area. […] The post City of Ukiah answers: Why annexation? appeared first on Local News Matters .
Culture
Climbing Trees With the Star Arborists of Central Park
Get to know the tree care team at Central Park, who became unexpected social media stars this spring.
Technology
Coach Gets Ready to Party With Resort Collection
The Stuart Vevers-designed women's and men's assortment continued the brand's focus on youthful, easy-to-wear pieces.
California
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 10:40AM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High astronomical tides will cause minor flooding in low lying areas around Humboldt Bay. Up to 0.5 foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways. Between 9.0 and 9.2 feet MLLW at the North Spit tide gauge is predicted. * WHERE...Northern Coastal Humboldt County. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 3 AM PDT Wednesday. High tide is at 1:40 AM at the Humboldt Bay North Spit tide gauge. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high tide. * IMPACTS...Flooding of low lying areas around Humboldt Bay including parks and roads with only isolated closures expected. Flooding will likely impact Jackson Ranch Road in the Arcata Bottoms and several roads in King Salmon.
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Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 1:47AM PDT until June 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High astronomical tides will cause minor flooding in low lying areas around Humboldt Bay. Up to 0.5 foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways. Between 9.0 and 9.2 feet MLLW at the North Spit tide gauge is predicted. * WHERE...Northern Coastal Humboldt County. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 3 AM PDT Wednesday. High tide is at 1:40 AM at the Humboldt Bay North Spit tide gauge. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours before and after high tide. * IMPACTS...Flooding of low lying areas around Humboldt Bay including parks and roads with only isolated closures expected. Flooding will likely impact Jackson Ranch Road in the Arcata Bottoms and several roads in King Salmon.
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Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 2:22PM PDT until June 17 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor, but impactful coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 4:18AM PDT until June 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...High tide flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday. High tide varies up to 90 mi
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 4:18AM PDT until June 18 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...Up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Low-lying bayshore regions along the San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday, 1.2 ft above normal (7.1 ft MLLW) at 1:51 AM on Thursday. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Bay Area
Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 4:18AM PDT until June 18 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...Low-lying coastal and bayshore areas in San Francisco. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM PDT Thursday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday, 1.2 ft above normal (7.1 ft MLLW) at 1:51 AM on Thursday. High tide varies up to 90
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Coastal Flood Advisory issued June 16 at 9:44AM PDT until June 17 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor, but impactful coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high
Technology
Cockroaches scurry around with thousands of pieces of bacterial genomes
Transferring genes across species doesn't just happen in microbes.
Culture
Cody Johnson & Ella Langley Cover Reba McEntire Classic During Braves Country Fest
The two country stars surprised fans with a duet version of Reba McEntire's "Whoever's in New England" during Johnson's set.
Technology
Commodore’s newest gadget is a flip phone that blocks social media and browsers
Commodore's Call Back 8020 is a phone “where the customer is not the product."
Bay Area
Congressman Sam Liccardo seeks federal aid for Pacifica Pier repairs
Congressman Sam Liccardo calls for immediate federal aid Monday for the Pacifica Municipal Pier, as the city works to stabilize the structure following severe damage.
Technology
Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee: Aug. 26, 2026
Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee: Aug. 26, 2026 The Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (CIC) has integrated the work plans of the Council Technology Application Committees (CTAC) and the Council Airport Committee (CAC), consolidating them into the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (CIAC) . Going forward, discussions on technology applications and airport operations will be handled by the CIAC. Agenda and Reports How to submit written Public Comment : Send an email to dave.hung@hayward-ca.gov by 1:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email. Emails will be compiled into one file, distributed to the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee and City staff, and published in the City's Meeting and Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published Agenda. How to pr
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Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee: Dec. 2026 - To Be Rescheduled
Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee: Dec. 2026 - To Be Rescheduled The Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (CIC) has integrated the work plans of the Council Technology Application Committees (CTAC) and the Council Airport Committee (CAC), consolidating them into the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (CIAC) . Going forward, discussions on technology applications and airport operations will be handled by the CIAC. Agenda and Reports How to submit written Public Comment : Send an email to dave.hung@hayward-ca.gov by 1:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email. Emails will be compiled into one file, distributed to the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee and City staff, and published in the City's Meeting and Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published A
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Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee: Oct. 28, 2026
Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee: Oct. 28, 2026 The Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (CIC) has integrated the work plans of the Council Technology Application Committees (CTAC) and the Council Airport Committee (CAC), consolidating them into the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee (CIAC) . Going forward, discussions on technology applications and airport operations will be handled by the CIAC. Agenda and Reports How to submit written Public Comment : Send an email to dave.hung@hayward-ca.gov by 1:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email. Emails will be compiled into one file, distributed to the Council Infrastructure & Airport Committee and City staff, and published in the City's Meeting and Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published Agenda. How to pr
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Crews get handle on Stevenson Ranch fire as trio of blazes burn in L.A. County
The fire, one of several currently burning in Southern California, has charred more than 40 acres in the Pico Canyon Park area.
Technology
Critical Copilot vulnerability allowed hackers to steal 2FA code from users
SearchLeak exploit shows why the industry's approach to LLM security fails over and over.
Culture
D.C. Preservationists Sue to Halt Trump’s Sculpture ‘Garden of American Heroes’
The lawsuit argues that the statuary garden—featuring roughly 250 Americans and planned for West Potomac Park—cannot proceed without congressional approval.
Technology
Dan David Prize awards 9 scholars $300,000 each for research on the human past
Nine scholars from around the world have been awarded $300,000 each to advance their careers
Technology
Databricks sales growth tops 80%, but margin are shrinking from swarm of AI agents
Databricks is seeing higher growth as AI agents assist with data analysis, but all that activity is significantly increasing costs.
Technology
Dawn Richard’s Abuse Lawsuit Against Diddy Dismissed
Richard’s claims against her former collaborator exceed the statute of limitations, a New York judge ruled
Culture
Dealers ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ About Art Basel, Lawsuit Over National Garden of American Heroes, and More: Morning Links for June 16, 2026
Plus, Ibrahim Mahama discusses his Art Basel commission and recent attack.
Technology
Department of Justice Files Suit to Stop Ongoing Medicaid Fraud Related to New York’s $10 Billion Home-Care Program
The Justice Department announced today that it has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York against the State of New York Department of Health, New York State Medicaid Director Amir Bassiri, and Public Partnerships LLC (PPL), an Alpharetta, Georgia-based company that has managed New York’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistant Program (CDPAP) since 2025.
Technology
Dev Hynes to Score Olivia Wilde’s New Film The Invite
It’s the musician’s sixth film score and first collaboration with Wilde
Technology
Doublesoul Gets Six-figure Investment From Allison Ellsworth, Cofounder of Poppi, Prebiotic Soda
She will join the premium sock brand as an adviser.
Bay Area
Dozens of apparent shopping carts stuck in marsh along SF Bay: 'How did they get there?!'
It's not just one or two shopping carts, but there's what appears to be dozens of them spanning the Colma Creek marsh adjacent to the SF bay. "This is certainly the greatest concentration that I've ever seen in one place," said a representative from Save the Bay about the shopping carts along the trail.
Bay Area
Dozens of apparent shopping carts stuck in marsh along San Francisco Bay: 'How did they get there?!'
Dozens of apparent shopping carts are stuck in a marsh along the San Francisco Bay.
Technology
Dr. Martens CEO Is Latest Shoe Chief Buying Company Shares to Shore Up Confidence
Nwokorie bought 112,500 ordinary shares of Dr. Martens in a purchase worth 85,612.50 pounds.
News
During Garden Grove evacuations, did seniors and people with disabilities get out safely?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Kelley Barrett Kelley Barrett is a retired nonprofit administrator who advocates for people with disabilities. When officials ordered tens of thousands of residents to evacuate during the Garden Grove chemical emergency in Orange County last month, the instruction sounded […]
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During Garden Grove evacuations, did seniors and people with disabilities get out safely?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Kelley Barrett Kelley Barrett is a retired nonprofit administrator who advocates for people with disabilities. When officials ordered tens of thousands of residents to evacuate during the Garden Grove chemical emergency in Orange County last month, the instruction sounded […]
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During Garden Grove evacuations, did seniors and people with disabilities get out safely?
The emergency at GKN Aerospace forced evacuations, but it was unclear how bedridden residents, hospice patients and homebound seniors could get to safety.
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During Garden Grove evacuations, did seniors and people with disabilities get out safely?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Kelley Barrett Kelley Barrett is a retired nonprofit administrator who advocates for people with disabilities. When officials ordered tens of thousands of residents to evacuate during the Garden Grove chemical emergency in Orange County last month, the instruction sounded […]
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During Garden Grove evacuations, did seniors and people with disabilities get out safely?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Kelley Barrett Kelley Barrett is a retired nonprofit administrator who advocates for people with disabilities. When officials ordered tens of thousands of residents to evacuate during the Garden Grove chemical emergency in Orange County last month, the instruction sounded […]
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Burberry Extends Hospitality Push to the Aegean Sea With One&Only Aesthesis
Turquoise check across the main pool area and gardens aside, guests can head out along the coastline on Burberry-branded boats.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: RH’s Latest Estates Sourcebook Provides Public Access to ‘Hidden’ Names of U.S. Interior Design
The 300-page publication includes 165 collections that speak to the traditional market and shine a light on RH's commitment to craftsmanship.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Ruslan Baginskiy Launches First Perfume
The Ukrainian milliner’s first foray into fragrance is launching Thursday.
Technology
EXCLUSIVE: Sotheby’s to Auction 1,000 ‘Personal’ Karl Lagerfeld Sketches
The previously unseen drawings will be sold alongside stacks of iPods and other documentation of the designer's unprecedented fashion career.
Science
Early-Onset Cancers Are on the Rise. Knowing Your Family History Is Crucial.
In the U.S., more than a dozen kinds of cancer are on the rise among people under 50. The HealthQ team shares the latest guidance on being proactive with your family and doctor.
Bay Area
El Niño Could Bring ‘Disruptive Coastal Flooding’ to Bay Area This Winter
Scientists warn the potential super El Niño could push Bay Area tides to record highs from Santa Cruz to Marin.
California
El Niño turns crumbling California pier into climate battleground over what to save — and who pays
Rep. Sam Liccardo wants to rebuild the Pacifica pier with help from the federal government. But does investing in this kind of infrastructure make sense?
Culture
Emilia Wickstead Resort 2027
Emilia Wickstead Resort 2027
Technology
Emmys to Reveal All Nominations on July 8 After Initially Splitting Announcement
The TV Academy said the change was an attempt to better accommodate promotional campaigns.
Technology
Everything you need to know about Prime Day 2026
Amazon Prime Day 2026 is getting closer, and it’s possible you might have some questions about the sale. When does it start? Why is it in June instead of July? And, most importantly, when will the deals go live? We have concrete answers to those questions, and we’ll have a lot more Prime Day coverage […] Amazon Prime Day 2026 is getting closer, and it’s possible you might have some questions about the sale. When does it start? Why is it in June instead of July? And, most importantly, when will the deals go live? We have concrete answers to those questions, and we’ll have a lot more Prime Day coverage coming soon as Amazon rolls out more deals. When does Prime Day start? Amazon Prime Day 2026 officially starts on June 23rd, 2026 at 12:01AM PT, and ends on June 27, 2026 at 12:01AM PT. Some items will stay discounted for the entire period, or at least for as long as they remain in sto
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Ex-DOJ officials reflect on Trump's transformation of the institution
Justice Department officials appointed by President Trump have made sweeping changes since he returned to office. They've redefined the focus of key divisions and challenged legal norms, and thousands of career lawyers have resigned or been fired. Justice Correspondent Ali Rogin asked several former DOJ attorneys and leaders to reflect on what they believe it means for the institution's future.
California
Ex-businessman extradited and charged in execution-style killings across Southern California
A former businessman has been charged and extradited in connection to the execution-style killings of an attorney in Rolling Hills Estates in 2009 and an ex-employee in Whittier in 2011, according to authorities.
News
FBI disrupts a planned attack on the White House UFC cage-fighting show, court papers say
Court papers unsealed Tuesday say plotters disgruntled with the direction of the country spoke of flying explosives-laden drones and shooting panicked crowd members as they fled.
Culture
Fabolous Teases Knicks-Themed ‘Spend Dat’ Remix
The Brooklyn rapper dropped an impressive verse incorporating every Knicks starter, while also shouting out each of the five boroughs.
Technology
Fans Scramble for Knicks Funko Pop! Championship Figures Before Preorder Closes
Here's how to secure the 2026 NBA champions' limited-edition collectibles.
California
Fans expected a flag ban at Iran’s first World Cup match in LA, but it was all over SoFi
FIFA had previously indicated that Iran’s pre-revolutionary flag would be banned in its stadiums. But many fans were seen waving it in the stands.
Technology
Fed Chair Warsh expected to withhold 'dot' from central bank's interest rate outlook
The central bank's Federal Open Market Committee is set to release its quarterly update of where individual officials expect interest rates to head.
News
Federal prosecutors charge 15 people with impeding agents during Minnesota immigration crackdown
Federal prosecutors have charged 15 people with impeding federal agents during a massive immigration surge in Minnesota earlier this year
California
Fire Weather Watch issued June 16 at 2:17PM PDT until June 19 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Fire Weather Watch for thunderstorms and strong outflow winds, which is in effect from Friday morning through Friday evening. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 270 Surprise Valley California, Fire Weather Zone 278 Eastern Lassen County, Fire Weather Zone 458 Northern Washoe County. * Thunderstorms...A scattered mix of wet and dry thunderstorms Friday morning, then increasing in coverage in the afternoon. * Outflow Winds...Gusty and erratic thunderstorm outflow winds, even well away from rain cores. Gusts to around 50 mph possible. * Impacts...Lightning can create new fire starts and may combine with strong outflow winds to cause a fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Global
First World War vet to receive headstone at Union Cemetery in Redwood City
A Redwood City man who died in the First World War will finally receive a headstone at the Historic Union Cemetery on Friday.
Bay Area
Flooding hits San Francisco's Embarcadero as experts warn of more to come
Higher-than-normal tides could flood low-lying coastal areas around the Bay Area this week, a result of sea level rise from global warming and a surging El Nino. The unusually high tides are enhanced by wind, ocean swell and thermal expansion.
Culture
Former Nepal Orphanage Director Indicted for Illicit Sexual Conduct with a Minor Outside the United States
A federal grand jury in North Carolina returned an indictment today charging a North Carolina man with engaging in illicit sexual conduct with a minor outside the United States.
Culture
Former Patek President Philippe Stern, One of the Watch World’s Most Influential People, Has Died
He is behind the iconic Nautilus and the famous Caliber 89.
Culture
Forza Italia! The Best Street Style Photos From the Spring 2027 Menswear Shows in Florence
Acielle Tanbetova photographs the best dressed guests at the spring 2027 menswear shows in Florence.
California
Fox versus Telemundo: How hydration breaks and commercials are disrupting World Cup viewing
When the World Cup kicked off last week, FIFA introduced hydration breaks. Many networks are utilizing the pause as a new advertising window — and some fans aren't happy.
Technology
France TV Distribution Lands ‘Building Paris,’ a Documentary Offering an Immersive View of the City of Light’s Iconic Monuments (EXCLUSIVE)
France TV Distribution has added the documentary “Building Paris” (“Construire Paris”) to its lineup and will premiere it at Sunny Side of the Doc, running June 22-24 and designed to bring the international documentary community together in France. The doc focuses on 19th century Paris and the radical changes it went through after Emperor Napoleon […]
Technology
Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' lawsuit against Variety drags on
Variety has asked an appeals court to throw out the suit.
California
Fresh evidence leads to new probe of Pasadena cop-on-cop 'horseplay' shooting, chief says
A witness with additional information has led to a new investigation into the shooting of a Pasadena police officer by a colleague, the city's police chief said.
Bay Area
G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump's agenda as war drags on
U.S. allies at the G7 summit worked Tuesday to push the war in Ukraine back up the agenda of President Trump after more than four years of fighting sparked by Russia's full-scale invasion.
Culture
Galleries Report Lots of Activity at Art Basel’s VIP Preview: ‘As Strong a First Day As We’ve Ever Had’
"People come to Basel for Art Basel, for the art, and not for anything else," Hauser & Wirth president Marc Payot said.
Technology
General Motors announces new defense partnership with Lockheed Martin
General Motors announced a new defense partnership with Lockheed Martin as the country ramps up its production of weapons.
Markets
Global oil prices break below $80 for the first time since the Iran war began. Ships still aren’t passing through Hormuz.
Shipping data show that only a fraction of normal tanker volumes are moving through the Strait of Hormuz.
Technology
Google launches Wear OS 7 with Live Updates and a battery life boost
Google's Wear OS 7 update is starting to roll out today for the Pixel Watch 2, 3, and 4, adding a new Live Updates feature that tracks live events from your Android smartwatch. Live Updates will now sync with Wear OS devices, so updates like sports scores or an ongoing meal delivery will show up […] Google's Wear OS 7 update is starting to roll out today for the Pixel Watch 2, 3, and 4, adding a new Live Updates feature that tracks live events from your Android smartwatch. Live Updates will now sync with Wear OS devices, so updates like sports scores or an ongoing meal delivery will show up on both your watch and your phone. You might also notice your watch lasting a little longer - Google claims Wear OS 7 offers up to 10 percent more battery life than Wear OS 6. Wear OS 7 will also introduce some new Gemini Intelligence features, but Google says these aren't launching until "later
California
Governor Newsom calls out Trump’s weaponized DOJ as President rewards his criminal cronies with pardons
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California
Governor Newsom demands records from Trump’s DOJ about politically motivated investigation
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California
Governor Newsom honors public safety officers and state employees for exceptional bravery
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California
Grammy Awards update new artist and album eligibility, add Asian, Latin categories
"These changes and expansions give even more people a place for their music to be respected, heard and evaluated," the Recording Academy's Harvey Mason Jr. said.
Technology
Grammys Announce Five New Categories, Including Best R&B Collaboration and Best Latin Song
Music’s big night will also celebrate Best Asian Pop Music Performance during its ceremony in February 2027
Technology
Grammys to Make Best New Artist Category Even More Confusing
The number of times an artist can submit themselves for a nomination has increased
Bay Area
Great gifts for Dad: Your 2026 last-minute shopping guide
Surprise Dad with these last-minute Father's Day gift ideas that will make it look as if you planned far in advance.
Culture
Gregg Allman on Rivalry with Brother Duane: ‘I Spent My Life Trying to Impress Him’
Gregg Allman is the subject of a new documentary, Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul.
Technology
Guns N’ Roses’ Duff McKagan Praises ‘Bigger Than Life’ Canadian Punks D.O.A. in Doc Clip
Something Better Change looks at frontman Joey “Shithead” Keithley’s run for reelection in British Columbia
Technology
Hailey Bieber Keeps the New York Pride Alive in LA
Hailey Bieber knows that if you’re showing Knicks pride in Lakers land, you need to LA-ify the outfit.
Bay Area
He lost control of SF’s largest housing complex. He’s still selling the dream
Parkmerced owner Rob Rosania built a career on surviving financial crises. This time, he might be at the end of his rope.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 99 to 110 for the interior valleys. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Northeastern Interior Humboldt. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 98 to 104 for most valleys. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Northern Lake. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 100 to 112. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Northwestern and Central Trinity. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 97 to 100 for the warmer interior valleys. Moderate to major HeatRisk expected * WHERE...Interior Del Norte. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 99 to 102 for most valleys. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Southern Trinity. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 99 to 105 for most valleys. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Northeastern Trinity. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 10:19PM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 99 to 102. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Northeastern Interior Mendocino. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 11:13PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...High temperatures of 90 to 97 degrees on Tuesday, after lows of 50 to 55 degrees. * WHERE...In California, Modoc County, North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County, and Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties. This includes Macdoel, Dorris, Tulelake, Tennant, Alturas, Adin and Lookout. In Oregon, Klamath Basin. This includes Klamath Falls, Chiloquin, Keno, Worden, Merrill and Malin. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat related illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 11:13PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...High temperatures of 94 to 104 degrees are expected on Tuesday, after lows of 55 to 65 degrees. * WHERE...Central Siskiyou County and South Central Siskiyou County, including Yreka, Klamath River, Montague, Weed, Mount Shasta City, Dunsmuir and McCloud. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 11:13PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...High temperatures of 100 to 110 degrees are expected on Tuesday, after low temperatures of 60 to 65 degrees. * WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Seiad Valley, Happy Camp, Somes Bar, Fort Jones, Greenview, Etna, Sawyers Bar, and Callahan. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 15 at 6:30PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 103 degrees expected. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate Risk of heat-related illnesses to those sensitive to heat, such as older adults (65+), infants, athletes, outdoor workers, those without effective cooling, and those with chronic diseases. Some risk to general population.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 16 at 10:32AM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 103 degrees expected. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate Risk of heat-related illnesses to those sensitive to heat, such as older adults (65+), infants, athletes, outdoor workers, those without effective cooling, and those with chronic diseases. Some risk to general population.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 16 at 11:58AM PDT until June 16 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
* WHAT...High temperatures of 99 to 105 for most valleys. Moderate to Major HeatRisk expected. * WHERE...Northeastern Trinity. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses especially for those without cooling or hydration.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 16 at 12:52PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...High temperatures of 94 to 104 degrees are expected today, after lows of 55 to 65 degrees. * WHERE...Central Siskiyou County and South Central Siskiyou County, including Yreka, Klamath River, Montague, Weed, Mount Shasta City, Dunsmuir and McCloud. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 16 at 12:52PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...High temperatures of 100 to 110 degrees are expected today, after low temperatures of 60 to 65 degrees. * WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Seiad Valley, Happy Camp, Somes Bar, Fort Jones, Greenview, Etna, Sawyers Bar, and Callahan. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 16 at 12:52PM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...High temperatures of 90 to 97 degrees today, after lows of 50 to 55 degrees. * WHERE...In California, Modoc County, North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County, and Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties. This includes Macdoel, Dorris, Tulelake, Tennant, Alturas, Adin and Lookout. In Oregon, Klamath Basin. This includes Klamath Falls, Chiloquin, Keno, Worden, Merrill and Malin. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat related illnesses.
California
Heat Advisory issued June 16 at 2:01AM PDT until June 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...High temperatures up to 103 degrees expected. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate Risk of heat-related illnesses to those sensitive to heat, such as older adults (65+), infants, athletes, outdoor workers, those without effective cooling, and those with chronic diseases. Some risk to general population.
Culture
Heirlome Resort 2027
Heirlome Resort 2027
Technology
Heritage Brands Are Driving Walmart’s Online Beauty Business, Data Shows
Breaking down the retailer's top 10 products by online sales this month, according to data from Market Defense.
News
Higher prices for gas, groceries and flights will outlast Iran war, analysts say
The fighting disrupted not only fuel supplies but also the supply chains for fertilizer, food and even footwear.
California
Hiltzik: Small investors have powered SpaceX higher, but they'll shoulder much of the risk when reality bites
Who will pay the price when the SpaceX hype ebbs? History says it will be the little guy
Culture
Hits That Have Topped Both the Billboard Hot 100 & Hot Country Songs Charts
An elite 32 songs have doubly dominated.
Technology
Hollywood Reporter Critics Pick the 10 Best Films of 2026 So Far
Faves from the first half of the year include a breakout blast of horror, the latest from auteurs both pop (Spielberg) and art house (Dardennes), and a doc that brings The King back from the afterlife.
Technology
Hollywood Reporter Critics Pick the 10 Best TV Shows of 2026 So Far
Faves from the first half of the year include a spooky Apple TV genre-bender, an HBO drama in deliciously nasty form and a Netflix adaptation that infuses a classic text with harrowing freshness.
Global
Hot mics capture world leaders' chats between weighty topics at G7 summit
World leaders at the G7 summit are discussing global issues, but hot mics have revealed lighter conversations too.
California
How 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' reimagined the sound of Westeros
The latest 'Game of Thrones' spinoff has a distinct sound from both the original series and 'House of the Dragon.' Here's how it came together.
California
How 'Spider-Noir' nailed the looks of 1930s New York — in black-and-white and color
The team behind the MGM+/Prime Video series explains how they achieved the series' distinctive dual look.
Technology
How Animation Shingle Viva Disrupts Distribution Model and Uses AI to Analyze Projects for Success
As many industry insiders struggle to find a path forward through the changing entertainment landscape, Victor Elizalde, founder of Viva Pictures, has his own approach to bringing family animation to audiences.Elizalde’s model at Viva disrupts the way business has been done in the past. The company offers gross royalties paid off the top. In this […]
Technology
How Did Rush Become the Hipster Band of 2026? A New Fan’s Appreciation of Their Triumphant Forum Comeback… Aided by a Substitute Drummer Who’s Giving a ‘Fifty Something’ Group a Fresh Spark
Step (or fly) aside, Geese. Circle back later, Turnstile. Take five and go flaccid, Viagra Boys. There can only be one rock band that is unquestionably and certifiably the cool kids’ choice in 2026, and whatever indie cred the rest of you kids may carry, this town ain’t big enough for both you and Rush. […]
Culture
How Dylan MarcAurele and Alan Kliffer Made ‘Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody‘ Sing
Adapting that resonance from six hour-long episodes into a 75-minute show was ambitious, but Dylan MarcAurele’s technique was simple: make lists. He wrote down everything he knew about hockey, Canada, and Russia, as well as sexual puns and double entendres.
Technology
How Elon Musk's second-in-command Gwynne Shotwell helped turn SpaceX into an IPO giant
CNBC spoke to people who've worked with SpaceX's president and chief operating officer.
California
How is SoCal celebrating Juneteenth this year?
L.A. and Orange County offer an abundance of unique events for those looking to celebrate Juneteenth this year.
Science
How supplement use changed over decades
Medicare-funded weight loss, Utah's lower drunk driving limit, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Markets
How to work in retirement without seeing your Social Security checks slashed
Claiming benefits before full retirement age while keeping a job can trigger unexpected withholdings — but the money isn’t lost forever.
Culture
I Want What I Think They Have: Sarah Pidgeon and Joe Alwyn
Obviously, Alwyn is not without his own prior beautiful-blonde-famous-girlfriend baggage, but why should he be pigeonholed—or Pidgeon-holed—as anyone’s ex?
Science
In Our Current Climate Crisis, Angelica Mesiti Asks How Can We Re-Tune Ourselves
The artist is currently the subject of a survey, "Reverb,” at the Museum Tinguely in Basel, Switzerland.
California
In a sea of AI music slop, can streaming service Qobuz cut through?
When streamers are deluged with AI slop, Qobuz might have found a sweet spot for an emerging streaming service.
Technology
In the Hamptons, Even the Dogs Have Staff
It may be dog eat dog in Hollywood, but among the super-rich in Long Island, the canines have live-in help.
Technology
In ‘Black Money for White Nights,’ Russia’s Ukraine Invasion Messes With an Aging Couple’s Dreams (Exclusive Clips)
The film from Bulgarian directors Kristina Grozeva and Petar Valchanov about post-Soviet society debuts in the main competition of the Karlovy Vary festival, which the duo won in 2019 with 'The Father.'
Bay Area
Injuries linked to teens' Bay Area beach 'takeover'
The "takeovers" have been a growing trend, according to East Bay park officials.
Technology
Inside APOS 2026: AI, Microdramas and the Future of Asian Streaming Take Center Stage in Bali
The chiefs of Asia-Pacific operations for Netflix, Prime Video, Walt Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery will share a stage at APOS 2026, as the annual summit convenes June 16-18 in Bali. The four executives – Netflix VP of content for APAC excluding India Minyoung Kim, Prime Video APAC and ANZ VP Gaurav Gandhi, Disney Asia […]
Technology
Inside ESPN’s Big Bet on Women’s Sports for Sunday Nights (When Baseball Once Ruled)
Plenty of media companies are filling their schedules with all kinds of women’s sports, ranging from WNBA games to League One Volleyball match-ups. ESPN wants to do them one better. When the Disney-backed sports-media giant launches “Women’s Sports Sunday” this weekend, it will mark a quiet revolution of sorts. ESPN’s nine weeks of WNBA or […]
Culture
Inside Tennis Player Casper Ruud and Maria Galligani’s Timeless Wedding in Mallorca
The couple both wore Norwegian designers for their three-day wedding celebration at the Grand Hotel Son Net.
Culture
Inside the Best Parties of Pride Month
June marks Pride month—and fittingly, parties have been popping off in recent days to celebrate representation and inclusivity amongst the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies. Here’s Vogue’s look at the most colorful events of the season…
Technology
Inside the New Allen Edmonds Store in Charleston
The store is located at 337 King Street in the heart of the city’s historic shopping district.
Technology
Inside the fight over Claude Mythos 5
As the rest of the country celebrated the USA's first World Cup win and the New York Knicks championship, Anthropic spent its weekend fighting the Trump administration over its latest model release. At 5:21 PM on Friday, the company received a US export control directive to suspend access to its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 […] As the rest of the country celebrated the USA's first World Cup win and the New York Knicks championship, Anthropic spent its weekend fighting the Trump administration over its latest model release. At 5:21 PM on Friday, the company received a US export control directive to suspend access to its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 AI models by "any foreign national" inside or outside the US, "including foreign national Anthropic employees." The only way that was possible, Anthropic determined, was to completely disable products it spent the past week hyping - and travel to Washing
Bay Area
Inspired by Mamdani, SF supervisor proposes government-backed grocery stores
Taking a cue from the mayor of New York, Bilal Mahmood will introduce ballot measures to address food insecurity in San Francisco.
Technology
Intel begins production of most-advanced chip, inching closer to possible Apple deal
Intel is entering production of 18A-P, its most-advanced chip node that could be the target of a coming deal with Apple
Markets
Intel takes a major step toward turning around a business that’s bleeding cash
Intel’s new manufacturing process has entered a stage that signals the company is confident in its ability to bring on external customers, analysts say.
News
Iran says the deal to end the war with the U.S. requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon
The deal, which is between the U.S. and Iran, has not been made public, and officials have sometimes offered contradictory interpretations of what is in it.
News
Iran says the deal to end the war with the US requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon
Iran’s top diplomat said Tuesday that the tentative deal to end the war with the United States would require Israel to withdraw from Lebanon — a condition Israel has already rejected
California
Iranians divided on war unite to watch the World Cup
Some Iranians in the diaspora are protesting or avoiding the game, seeing the team as interchangeable with the government they fled from. Others put aside politics and gathered to celebrate the community's resilience.
Technology
Is Dean Cain Right About Supergirl’s Earrings?
For once, the former 'Lois & Cark' star-turned-honorary ICE agent makes a semi-coherent pop cultural point.
Technology
Is Tyler, The Creator Making a Jazz Album for His Next Era? Here’s What He Said About Speculation
Don't tap the gas.
Technology
Isaiah Rashad to Hit the Road on U.S. Tour
The Lil Sunny’s Awful Road Trip Tour kicks off in August with opener Alemeda
Technology
Japan's tech business SoftBank rolls out OpenAI 'patches' against cyberattacks
Japanese technology giant SoftBank Group Corp. is launching a service using OpenAI technology to protect against the looming threat of cyberattacks
Culture
Jelly Roll Files for Divorce From Bunnie XO After Nearly 10 Years of Marriage
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO met in 2015 and married in a secret Las Vegas courthouse ceremony in August 2016.
California
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO are calling it quits: Country star files for divorce
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO are getting a divorce after nearly 10 years of marriage. The country star filed for divorce.
Technology
Jennifer Lopez Says She Took a Good, Hard Look at Her Life After Ben Affleck Divorce and Said, ‘You Need to F–king Figure Yourself Out’
The singer said the couple's 2024 split mad her realize there was "nobody to blame except yourself."
Technology
Jesse Armstrong Praises Brian Cox and Peter Capaldi For Delivering a “Very Good F*** Off”
The 'Succession' creator also talked about the roots of his popular HBO media tycoons drama at the Banff World Media Festival on Tuesday.
Technology
Jimmy Fallon, Jon Stewart, Seth Meyers and Jimmy Kimmel Revel in Knicks Win: “It All Feels Bigger Than Just Sports”
The late-night shows were in celebratory mood and paid tribute to the NBA champs winning their first title in 53 long years.
Technology
Johnny Marr Announces The Age of Everything
His fifth solo album arrives October 2
News
Judge upholds the conviction of former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan for helping immigrant evade ICE
A federal judge has declined to overturn a Wisconsin judge’s obstruction conviction for helping a man evade immigration officers who showed up at a courtroom looking to detain him
News
Judge who had sex in courthouse exits Georgia election records case
The Justice Department sought to remove U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross from the case, citing her reported attendance at an event for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who prosecuted President Donald Trump.
Technology
Juliette Binoche and Andrea Bescond Among French Entertainment Figures Backing Movement Sparked by Murder of 11-Year-Old Lyhanna and Calling for New Law
Juliette Binoche, Andrea Bescond (“Little Tickles”), Sabrina Van Tassel (“The State of Texas vs. Melissa”), Charlotte Le Bon (“The White Lotus”), Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (“Emily in Paris”) and Judith Godrèche (“Mémoire de fille”) are among a growing number of French entertainment figures backing a new grassroots movement sparked by the murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, a case […]
Culture
Juneau Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Sexually Abusing a Minor and Producing CSAM
A Juneau, Alaska, man was sentenced today to 40 years in prison and lifetime supervised release for sexually abusing a young boy, producing child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) depicting the boy, and posting the visuals on the dark web.
Technology
Justice Department Files to Intervene and Dismiss Lawsuit that Would Hamper America’s AI Innovation and Security
The Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) filed a motion to intervene and to dismiss a private citizen lawsuit seeking to power down a large artificial intelligence (AI) facility in Southaven, Mississippi.
Technology
Justice Department Requires OhioHealth to Stop Using Anticompetitive Healthcare Contract Terms That Raise Costs for Ohio Patients
The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division filed a proposed settlement today to resolve the United States’ civil antitrust lawsuit against OhioHealth Corporation (OhioHealth) challenging the company’s anticompetitive contract restrictions. The proposed settlement would make healthcare more affordable by forbidding OhioHealth from imposing terms in its contracts with commercial health insurers that deter budget-conscious healthcare plans that would lower costs for Ohio consumers and employers.
Technology
KVIFF Industry Days Sets Book-to-Screen Titles, Rolling Stones Film Among Central Stage Projects
Karlovy Vary unveils 11 movies from "established filmmakers with extensive festival pedigrees" and eight books for the first adaptation showcase, designed to become a "Central-Eastern European IP market."
Markets
Kamal Zuhdi Abdallah, a/k/a Kamal Sulleman, Defendant; Zeina Abdallah, Relief Defendant
Kamal Zuhdi Abdallah, a/k/a Kamal Sulleman, Defendant; Zeina Abdallah, Relief Defendant
Technology
Karlovy Vary Unveils Central European Projects for Central Stage Showcase, Launches Book-to-Screen Spotlight
KVIFF Promises, part of the industry program of Karlovy Vary Intl. Film Festival, has unveiled the works-in-progress projects from Central Europe selected for the KVIFF Central Stage showcase, as well as the books selected for the first edition of Book-to-Screen at KVIFF, a showcase for books seeking film adaptation deals. The 11 upcoming films selected […]
Technology
Katie Holmes Puts the Office Siren Aesthetic to Work at Max Mara Resort 2027 Show in Shanghai
Clad in all black, Holmes joined a bevy of A-list attendees on Tuesday, including Maude Apatow, actress Wan Qian and more.
Bay Area
Kawakami: The 2026 Giants Scapegoat List — Devers, Posey, Zaidi, and many more
Why have the Giants been so terrible this season? It’s easy to say but hard to fully explain.
Technology
Kelela Can’t Work It Out With A.K. Paul on New Single “Outta Time”
It was originally written for her 2017 album, Take Me Apart
Bay Area
Ketchup confidential: FIFA is even hiding brand names on World Cup condiments
One internet commenter dubbed the taped-over bottles of Heinz, Hellman’s, and Tabasco the “Epstein file condiments.”
California
Kidnapped child found in Mexico; father arrested in mother's slaying
A missing 5-year-old girl was found safe in Mexico and her father was arrested in connection with her abduction and the killing of the girl's mother, according to authorities.
California
Kids tormented by racist bullying at Inland Empire elementary school, lawsuit alleges
A mother is suing Redlands Unified School District, alleging her two children were subjected to months of racial harassment and bullying at school, according to a complaint.
Culture
Kim Petras on Her High-Voltage New Album ‘Detour’—and Bringing Its World to Life Through Fashion
After leaving her label earlier this year, Petras released her best album yet—and used her own collection of vintage designer fashion to tell its story visually.
Culture
Knicks Star Mikal Bridges Says He Will ‘Never Forget’ This Kendrick Lamar Album for Getting Him Through a Tough Time
The NBA champion gave fans a rare glimpse of his personality on Instagram Live and he didn't disappoint.
Technology
Kurt Russell Receives Crystal Nymph Award at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival From Princess Charlene of Monaco
Princess Charlene of Monaco presented the Crystal Nymph Award of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival to Kurt Russell on Tuesday in recognition of his “exceptional contribution to the entertainment industry and his remarkable career spanning more than six decades.” Prince Albert II joined Russell on stage in the Salle des Princes at the Grimaldi Forum, while […]
California
L.A. Zoo, deteriorating and losing members, needs new leadership, grand jury finds
The grand jury is urging a new public-private partnership, saying the action is crucial for the Los Angeles Zoo to survive.
California
LACMA takes its celebration to the streets with a massive art parade down Wilshire Boulevard
LACMA will follow the April opening of its David Geffen Galleries with a large-scale Art Parade that moves beyond the museum walls and into the streets.
California
LAUSD board passes budget plan with painful future cuts, but saves Black student equity program
The fiscal stabilization plan is expected to prevent a multi-billion-dollar deficit, but is likely to result in thousands of layoffs in the coming years.
Culture
Lauren Manoogian Resort 2027
Lauren Manoogian Resort 2027
Bay Area
Lawmakers Push Back Against Trump Coal Terminal Plans in West Oakland
New legislation would require a full environmental impact report ahead of coal operations in the state. The policy rebukes White House plans to put a $75 million coal project in the East Bay.
Markets
Lawsuit Dismissed of Ex-Yosemite Ranger Fired for Hanging Transgender Flag
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by a former Yosemite National Park ranger who was fired after flying a giant transgender pride flag from a rock wall that looms over the California park’s main thoroughfare. U.S. District Judge …
Technology
Leaked financial docs show OpenAI is losing billions of dollars a year
Audited accounting shows growing revenues being dwarfed by R&D, other expenses.
California
Live Results: California special primary election to replace Eric Swalwell
For several of these candidates, it's the second time in two weeks that they have appeared on a ballot for this U.S. House seat.
California
Locke charter high school students are improving. Why that may not be enough to stop closure
LAUSD wants to shut down this charter school, citing poor performance. But advocates argue the school performed worse under LAUSD control. Here's what we know.
Bay Area
Long-awaited Stevens Creek Trail extension moves ahead
After more than 10 years of delays, caused by a lack of funding and staffing, Mountain View is moving forward once again with plans to extend Stevens Creek Trail to connect to the city of Sunnyvale, as well as Mountain View and Alta Vista high schools.
Technology
Louis C.K.’s New Netflix Special Sets June Release Date
Louis C.K.’s next comedy special “Ridiculous” will debut on Netflix on June 30. In a trailer released by the streamer, the comic tells the story of admitting his elderly father into a retirement home. “My sisters and I put him in a home,” C.K. jokes, “because he was too old to stop us from putting […]
California
M 6.3 - 260 km SSE of Dunhuang, China
ShakeMap - VIII Time 2026-06-16 09:06:55 UTC 2026-06-16 09:06:55 UTC at epicenter Location 37.889°N 95.403°E Depth 10.00 km (6.21 mi)
California
M 6.7 - 43 km ESE of Palu, Indonesia
PAGER - YELLOW ShakeMap - VIII DYFI? - VIII Time 2026-06-16 03:27:44 UTC 2026-06-16 03:27:44 UTC at epicenter Location 1.117°S 120.199°E Depth 10.00 km (6.21 mi)
Bay Area
MLB issues warnings to 3 Giants players who wrote Bible verses on Pride Night caps
Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker wrote passages on their hats, while Sam Hentges ditched the cap altogether.
Markets
Making Decisions Under Pressure in Complex Risk Environments
Insurance leaders say today’s risk environment is creating challenges that are more difficult to predict than ever before. This is leading insurers to rethink how they assess risk and make the right decisions without sacrificing speed and efficiency. “Risk is …
Culture
Maluma, Jay Wheeler & More: Who’s Your Favorite Latin Music Dad? Vote!
In celebration of Father's Day, vote for your favorite artist dad below.
Bay Area
Mangione court appearance pushed after paperwork filing delay, purpose remains shrouded in secrecy
Luigi Mangione's next courtroom appearance in New York for his state murder case was pushed back one day due to a paperwork filing delay.
Global
Maritime security expert weighs U.S.-Iran deal's impact on global shipping
To discuss what the Iran deal would mean for global shipping and the Strait of Hormuz, Amna Nawaz spoke with Ian Ralby. He's a global maritime security expert, president of Auxilium Worldwide and a senior fellow at the Center for Maritime Strategy.
Markets
Markets/Coverages: Nationwide, Barn Owl Partner to Monitor Rural Property Owners
Insurer Nationwide looks to its customers in taking a new approach to rural property monitoring through a relationship with Barn Owl, a provider of solar-powered, cellular-connected remote camera systems designed specifically for farms, ranches and rural agribusiness operations. Nationwide said …
Technology
Masha Gets a New Family: How Animaccord Is Expanding Its 235 Billion-View Franchise
With 'Masha and the Three Bears' set to debut at Annecy, the studio behind the world's most watched cartoon is betting that a fresh take on parenting and folklore can win over a whole new generation.
Culture
Matthieu Blazy, Anthony Vaccarello, Julian Klausner, and More Celebrate 40 Years of La Cambre
La Cambre’s Show Off event combined professional runway polish with low-key democratic interaction between the jury and students in a showroom set-up.
Culture
Mayor Zohran Mamdani Seemingly Confirms Date of Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s NYC Wedding
"We are used to big events," the politician teased in a city press conference.
Culture
Meet the Ballerina Behind Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Stupid Song’ Music Video: ‘She Was Just Down for Anything’
New York City Ballet's Tiler Peck choreographed and danced in the video — and gave Rodrigo some good ballet gossip, too.
Technology
Mexican National Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Role in Large Scale International Cocaine Trafficking Offense
A Mexican national was sentenced today to 14 years in prison for his role in a conspiracy to import approximately 1,900 kilograms of cocaine into the United States.
Technology
Miami Tech Investor Revives $3 Billion Real Estate Development
More than a decade after announcing plans for a large real estate development in Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood, technology investor Bob Zangrillo is reviving the project, now pitching it as a home for the city’s growing roster of AI companies. …
Technology
Michael Burry says he's tempted to bet against SpaceX, but passes on expensive options
Burry argued the company's market capitalization had reached levels that dwarf many established businesses and fortunes.
Technology
Microsoft Sued by Shareholders Over Expenses, Cloud Business, AI
Microsoft has been sued by shareholders who accused the company of defrauding them and inflating its stock price by failing to disclose slowing growth in its Azure cloud business and the need to spend billions of dollars on AI infrastructure. …
News
Midpeninsula school districts plan for phone-free classrooms in the fall
Local schools across the Midpeninsula are turning classrooms into phone-free zones due to growing concerns over social media and cell phone addictions leading to harmful mental health impacts in students.
News
Midpeninsula school districts plan for phone-free classrooms in the fall
Local schools across the Midpeninsula are turning classrooms into phone-free zones due to growing concerns over social media and cell phone addictions leading to harmful mental health impacts in students.
Technology
Mobileye is entering the US robotaxi market with standalone service
The service will leverage its Moovit platform to launch in an a US city in 2027.
Technology
Morat Turns Los Bukis’ ’80s Classic ‘Tu Cárcel’ Into a Billboard Latin Airplay No. 1
“The challenge was to live up to the original song. I love that it reflects so much of Morat’s sound,” producer Nico Cotton tells Billboard .
Technology
More Than a Quarter of Consumers Would Let AI Tell Them What to Buy
Accenture surveyed over 25,000 consumers in 16 countries, including the U.S., China and India.
Technology
My child was given a summer cabin. Should I pay for the $10,000-a-year maintenance and taxes?
“When the time comes, there will be a substantial inheritance to be split 50/50 between our two children.”
Technology
Mystikal Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty in Rape Case
The Louisiana rapper entered a guilty plea to third-degree rape charges in March
Culture
Mystikal Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to Rape Charge
"If I did that to you, I deserve the max sentence," the New Orleans rapper reportedly told the courtroom.
Technology
NASA seems to be backing away from hunting for life on Mars
Viking 1 kicked off the search for Martian life 50 years ago. Now NASA’s shifting priorities are putting the quest in limbo.
Bay Area
NYC elementary students make Broadway debut with a little magic from Disney Theatrical Group
The Disney Musicals in Schools program helped third and fourth-graders make their Broadway debut in NYC.
Bay Area
National Geographic drops trailer for 'Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston'
Tom Hiddleston hosts National Geographic's "Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston," a new three-part docudrama reframing history as a story of survival. Watch the trailer now and stream it July 23 on Disney+ and Hulu, or catch the premiere July 22 at 9/8c on National Geographic.
Technology
New Wharton forecast puts Social Security trust fund depletion later than official projections
Social Security's retirement trust fund may dry up in February 2033, according to a new report from the Penn Wharton Budget Model shared exclusively with CNBC.
Bay Area
New commission takes aim at California’s broken public defense system
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A new commission made up of legislators, public defenders, academics and advocates seeks to push California — one of just two states that don’t pay for basic public defense — to begin providing resources and enforcing minimum standards for county public defender systems. […]
California
New commission takes aim at California’s broken public defense system
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A new commission made up of legislators, public defenders, academics and advocates seeks to push California — one of just two states that don’t pay for basic public defense — to begin providing resources and enforcing minimum standards for county public defender systems. […]
California
New commission takes aim at California’s broken public defense system
California is one of just two states that provides no money for the basic defense of poor people accused of crimes.
Bay Area
New commission takes aim at California’s broken public defense system
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A new commission made up of legislators, public defenders, academics and advocates seeks to push California — one of just two states that don’t pay for basic public defense — to begin providing resources and enforcing minimum standards for county public defender systems. […]
California
New commission takes aim at California’s broken public defense system
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A new commission made up of legislators, public defenders, academics and advocates seeks to push California — one of just two states that don’t pay for basic public defense — to begin providing resources and enforcing minimum standards for county public defender systems. […]
Culture
News Wrap: Civil rights, special education oversight shifted from Department of Education
In our news wrap Tuesday, the Trump administration is taking additional steps to dismantle the Department of Education by moving two high-profile functions out of the agency, crews are making progress to contain a wildfire that broke out in the Los Angeles area and British officials are investigating reports that a Russian warship fired warning shots at a UK-registered civilian yacht.
California
Newsom calls out Trump as investigations into his family heat up
Saying that he is “proud” to join the list of President Donald Trump’s political enemies, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused the U.S. Department of Justice of conducting a baseless investigation of the governor and first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom. Newsom claims he’s in the crosshairs because he’s considering running for president. As CalMatters reporters […]
California
Newsom says he’s on Trump’s ‘enemies list’ as DOJ investigates governor’s friends
GOV. GAVIN NEWSOM on Monday accused President Donald Trump of placing him and his wife on a political “hit list” and directing federal investigators to go on a “fishing expedition” for a crime it could use to indict him. The Democratic governor declared that the president was targeting him because Newsom is considering a run for president in 2028. […] The post Newsom says he’s on Trump’s ‘enemies list’ as DOJ investigates governor’s friends appeared first on Local News Matters .
California
Newsom seeks political advantage in probe he says Trump ordered
As he eyes a run for president in 2028, Gov. Gavin Newsom of California is taking advantage of a federal investigation into him and his wife to boost his national profile.
Technology
Neymar Jr. Partners With FlareFlow on 16-Title AI Microdrama Franchise
Soccer icon Neymar Jr. has signed on for a 16-title AI-powered live-action microdrama franchise with COL Group’s FlareFlow platform, with the first six titles to debut globally beginning June 19. The partnership was unveiled ahead of FlareFlow chief marketing officer and COL Group general manager Timothy Oh appearance on the APOS conference’s microdrama industry panel. […]
Technology
Nothing’s Ear (a), our favorite budget earbuds, are cheaper than ever ahead of Prime Day
If you’re looking for a cheap Father’s Day gift that delivers more than you’d expect for the price, Nothing’s Ear (a) are a good option. The wireless earbuds are currently on sale as part of a larger early Prime Day sales event, making them an even better value than usual. Right now, you can buy […] The yellow pair are on sale too. | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge If you’re looking for a cheap Father’s Day gift that delivers more than you’d expect for the price, Nothing’s Ear (a) are a good option. The wireless earbuds are currently on sale as part of a larger early Prime Day sales event, making them an even better value than usual. Right now, you can buy them at Amazon in black complete with Nothing’s slick translucent charging case for $53.20 ($47 off), which marks a new all-time low. You can also buy them in yellow ( Amazon , Nothing ) and w
Technology
Nvidia's Huang pledges AI will boost manufacturing jobs. A test will come in Texas
Nvidia is betting on artificial intelligence to revive U.S. manufacturing
Bay Area
Obituaries: Local residents who have died recently
Local residents who have died recently include John Dave Eakin.
California
Odds that a proposed billionaire tax appears on California ballots plunge on prediction markets
Odds that a proposed billionaire tax is on California's ballot dropped after reports noted that Gov. Gavin Newsom is pushing to stop the proposal.
Technology
Oil may move through the Strait of Hormuz first, leaving fertilizer supplies stranded
The interim peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran seems to be doing little to answer some of the thornier questions about the Strait of Hormuz, including how much longer it will take for products other than crude to start moving through again.
Technology
Oil prices hit three-month low — but tanker bosses remain cautious on Hormuz transit
Global oil prices tumbled to a three-month low on Tuesday as the Iran peace agreement dominated the G7 meeting in France.
News
Oklahoma begins choosing a new U.S. senator and governor in crowded primary
If no candidate receives at least 50% of the vote, the top two will have a runoff Aug. 25.
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Oklahoma begins choosing a new US senator and governor in crowded primary
U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern of Oklahoma is hoping to win the Republican nomination for the Senate seat once held by U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin
Bay Area
Omakase World Market brings diverse array of dining options to South San Francisco campus
The San Francisco-based Omakase Restaurant Group is the force behind a number of Bay Area dining spots, from the Michelin-starred Niku Steakhouse to the dumpling chain Dumpling Time. Now, with the June 16 opening of Omakase World Market in South San Francisco, diners can find highlights from a number of Omakase projects – plus some brand-new ones – all in one place.
Bay Area
Omakase World Market brings diverse array of dining options to South San Francisco campus
The San Francisco-based Omakase Restaurant Group is the force behind a number of Bay Area dining spots, from the Michelin-starred Niku Steakhouse to the dumpling chain Dumpling Time. Now, with the June 16 opening of Omakase World Market in South San Francisco, diners can find highlights from a number of Omakase projects – plus some brand-new ones – all in one place.
Bay Area
Omakase World Market brings diverse array of dining options to South San Francisco campus
The San Francisco-based Omakase Restaurant Group is the force behind a number of Bay Area dining spots, from the Michelin-starred Niku Steakhouse to the dumpling chain Dumpling Time. Now, with the June 16 opening of Omakase World Market in South San Francisco, diners can find highlights from a number of Omakase projects – plus some brand-new ones – all in one place.
Bay Area
Palo Alto nixes ‘urgency’ measure to limit impact of housing law
Senate Bill 79, a contentious state bill that allows greater height and density for housing near public transit stations, will operate in full force for two weeks in Palo Alto before the city’s exemptions kick in.
Bay Area
Palo Alto shifts gears on Cal Ave. as it approves bike master plan
Separated bikeways, enhanced school routes and pedestrian amenities at dozens of intersections are among the projects that Palo Alto plans to roll out over the next decade as part of an ambitious new master plan that the City Council approved on Monday.
California
Panel balks at plans to expand L.A. City Council to 25 members
A committee says a council expansion plan needs more study. The full council will meet Wednesday to determine which charter reform measures should go on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Bay Area
Part museum and part store, the Oddporium specializes in oddities and collectibles
Part museum and part store, the Oddporium, in Wilmington, Delaware, specializes in oddities and collectibles.
Bay Area
Pat Tillman’s brother sentenced to 5 years for setting fire to San Jose post office
The brother of Pat Tillman, an NFL star turned Army Ranger who died in Afghanistan, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for setting a fire that caused major damage to the Almaden Valley Post Office in San Jose. Richard Tillman, 45, of San Jose, pleaded guilty in February to malicious destruction of […] The post Pat Tillman’s brother sentenced to 5 years for setting fire to San Jose post office appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Pentagon boasts of using AI to write reports mandated by Congress
Pentagon also claims 1.5 million personnel are using generative AI tools.
Markets
People Moves: Cincinnati’s Kellington to Retire as CTO, Osborn to Assume Position
Cincinnati Financial Corporation announced that John S. Kellington, chief information officer and executive vice president for its lead subsidiary, The Cincinnati Insurance Company, will retire August 7. Kellington joined the company in 2010 as a proven insurance and technology leader. …
Markets
People Moves: Gallagher Appoints Practice Leaders for Casualty, Fine Arts, Data Centers
Gallagher is expanding its US retail brokerage capabilities with the appointment of three new practice leaders. Evan Hessel, managing director, casualty, joined Gallagher as part of the Woodruff Sawyer acquisition in 2025. He has extensive experience in developing risk financing …
Markets
People Moves: Lawley Expands Team Across Its Footprint
Lawley, headquartered in Buffalo, New York, named three new team members. Stéphane Legris, insurance advisor, based in Buffalo and serving the Saratoga, New York region. As an insurance advisor, Legris specializes in business insurance, captive solutions, and construction, transportation, and …
Markets
People Moves: Lockton Appoints Lespérance as CEO of Canadian Business; Aon Taps Marsh’s Desmond as Head of Construction for UK Commercial Risk
This edition of International People Moves details appointments at the brokers Lockton and Aon. A summary of these new hires follows here. Lockton Appoints Lespérance as CEO of Canadian Business Lockton, the privately held independent insurance brokerage, announced the appointment …
California
People are betting on elections in prediction markets. Congress is watching
As prediction markets stir debate over betting on politics, the Los Angeles mayoral race raised a new question: What happens when people wager on elections?
Culture
Phillips Just Had the Highest Grossing Watch Auction in US History at $75.8 M.
The sale pulled in a record $75.8 million across two days, with 100 percent of lots sold.
Technology
Pitti Uomo Guest Designer DSM Kei Ninomiya Goes Punk in Florence
For his first runway outing for the Dover Street Market label, the Japanese designer threads together community, real clothes and the retail emporium’s maverick stance.
Culture
Pitti Uomo and Milan Fashion Week Men’s Cheat Sheet: Spring/Summer 2027
With plenty of exciting guest designer shows and a souped-up calendar, it’s set to be a good season for Italian menswear.
News
Pizza Hut, struggling with delivery competition, sold for $2.7 billion
Pizza Hut has been squeezed in recent years by the growth of DoorDash, Uber Eats and other restaurant delivery companies which marketed access to a slew of cuisines besides pizza.
Technology
Port of LA Forecasts 7% Cargo Decline in 2027 as Trade Uncertainty Clouds Outlook
Trade policy uncertainty and volatile global shipping conditions are expected to weigh on volumes even as retailers accelerate orders ahead of potential disruptions.
Technology
Pour one out for Roku City
By this time next year, Fox Corporation CEO Lachlan Murdoch intends to have added Roku to his already expansive media empire. Should the acquisition go through, Fox will gain control of Roku's modest library of original programming, and the newly combined company will become "the third-largest player in U.S. television" in terms of viewing share. […] By this time next year, Fox Corporation CEO Lachlan Murdoch intends to have added Roku to his already expansive media empire. Should the acquisition go through, Fox will gain control of Roku's modest library of original programming , and the newly combined company will become "the third-largest player in U.S. television" in terms of viewing share. But the most significant thing that Murdoch buys with this deal is direct access to the 100 million households that make up Roku's user base. It's precisely because Roku and Fox are very diff
Technology
Prediction market traders speculate Anthropic will restore access quickly to AI model after Trump admin directed it to limit reach
Traders think it's more likely than not that access is restored by July 1.
News
Promoter of election conspiracy theories wins GOP primary for Nevada secretary of state
Former state lawmaker Jim Marchant has won the Republican nomination for Nevada secretary of state
California
Protests and Celebrations: Iranians in Los Angeles Have Mixed Feelings on World Cup
Iran played New Zealand at SoFi Stadium on Monday.
Technology
Qualcomm CEO says AI agents will replace apps — as chip giant works on 40 new AI-powered devices
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said he is bullish on smart glasses which could eventually become as big as the smartphone.
Technology
Qualcomm’s latest chip hints that more powerful smart glasses could be on the way
Smart glasses are still a nascent category, but chipmaker Qualcomm is hard at work upgrading the silicon to power the next wave of XR devices: the Snapdragon Reality Elite. Although Qualcomm is announcing the chip today at Augmented World Expo, we've technically already gotten a hands-on with a device powered by the new chip at […] Smart glasses are still a nascent category, but chipmaker Qualcomm is hard at work upgrading the silicon to power the next wave of XR devices: the Snapdragon Reality Elite. Although Qualcomm is announcing the chip today at Augmented World Expo, we've technically already gotten a hands-on with a device powered by the new chip at last month's Google I/O: the forthcoming Aura glasses for Android XR. At the time, Xreal and Google were coy about the processor upgrades to the long-awaited spectacles. Turns out, it was the Reality Elite. Spec-wise, the new chip
Technology
Questions linger over U.S.-Iran deal as details remain murky
Meeting leaders of the top industrial nations at the G7 summit in the French Alps, President Trump again extolled the framework deal the U.S. struck with Iran to start nuclear negotiations and end the war. But the prevailing question remains: What is actually in that deal? Days after it was announced, no text has been released publicly. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.
California
Recovery begins at Tracy medical products warehouse destroyed by blaze last week
FIREFIGHTERS CONTINUED MAKING PROGRESS Sunday at the Medline warehouse fire in Tracy, where recovery operations began shifting toward gaining access to remaining hot spots inside the destroyed facility, according to an update from the South San Joaquin County Fire Authority. An excavation company began work Sunday morning removing portions of the facility’s exterior walls, the agency […] The post Recovery begins at Tracy medical products warehouse destroyed by blaze last week appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
Remy Voice Actor Patton Oswalt Wants to Do ‘Ratatouille 2’ but It Can’t Be a ‘Money Grab’: A Lot of Sequels Are ‘Inorganic’
Pixar is back in theaters this month with “Toy Story 5,” and the legendary animation studio is already in development on more sequels such as “Incredibles 3,” “Monsters Inc. 3” and “Coco 2.” But one hit movie Pixar has yet to franchise is “Ratatouille,” Brad Bird’s 2007 Oscar winner about the rat Remy and his […]
Technology
RioFilme Has Boosted Shanghai Presence, as Filmmakers Praise ‘Continuous Support’ and ‘Increased Investment’ in Local Films
It’s been two years since Walter Salles’s Oscar-winning “I’m Still Here” catapulted Rio de Janeiro to screens all over the world, and momentum has continued to build thanks to coordinated efforts by RioFilme. The municipal film and audiovisual agency of Rio de Janeiro has ramped up investment in the city’s audiovisual industry, supporting projects that […]
Technology
Rivian laying off hundreds of workers amid R2 launch
Rivian said Tuesday it was laying off hundreds of workers, or less than 2% of its workforce.
Culture
Rob49’s Homecoming, A Star-Studded Guest Lineup & A Citywide Celebration: 5 Best Moments From Vulture Island Experience
The New Orleans rapper previewed some of his upcoming album 'Life of the Party' at the hometown gig.
Markets
Russian Warship Fires Warning Shots Near British Yacht
The UK is investigating the firing of warning shots by a Russian warship near a British yacht just outside of its territorial waters. The UK received reports from a UK-registered yacht alleging Russia’s Admiral Grigorovich-class frigate fired the shots at …
Bay Area
SF Giants players draw backlash after writing Bible verses on Pride Night caps
The decision drew immediate criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and Giants fans, who say the gesture undermined the purpose of Pride Night.
California
SF protesters demand return of $8.9M in proposed cuts to senior, disability programs
More than 50 people gathered at San Francisco City Hall on Monday morning to protest proposed budget cuts of $8.9 million in senior and disability programs.  The protesters started outside Mayor Daniel Lurie’s office at 10:30 a.m. and stopped by each supervisor’s office, demanding full restoration of cuts and sharing hundreds of notes from seniors […] The post SF protesters demand return of $8.9M in proposed cuts to senior, disability programs appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
SF will light up Golden Gate Bridge in rare, historic 4th of July fireworks display
For the first time in 14 years, fireworks will return to the Golden Gate Bridge on July 4th to celebrate America's 250th birthday, marking only the third time in history this display has occurred. The 9:30 p.m. show offers prime viewing from Crissy Field and the Marina Green.
Technology
SGM Sells BHV Marais, Incoming Owners Will End Shein Deal
A team led by the current CEO will buy out the department store to refocus on its core offer, closing its controversial chapter with the Chinese ultra-fast-fashion retailer.
Bay Area
San Andreas Fault hits highest stress level in 1,000 years, study finds
Stress along the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults in Southern California has reached the highest levels in 1,000 years, according to new research from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
Bay Area
San Francisco mayor orders Golden Gate Bridge closure for July Fourth fireworks show
The Golden Gate Bridge, used by more than 100,000 vehicles a day on average, will be closed for a fireworks display to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding on July 4. The explosives will be launched about 9:30 p.m. from the bridge’s towers and two barges in the bay below as a […] The post San Francisco mayor orders Golden Gate Bridge closure for July Fourth fireworks show appeared first on Local News Matters .
News
San Mateo County’s unofficial results show Camacho winning superintendent of schools race
Hector Camacho appears to have won a closely contested race for San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools, after the latest batch of votes was processed Monday afternoon, June 15.
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San Mateo County’s unofficial results show Camacho winning superintendent of schools race
Hector Camacho appears to have won a closely contested race for San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools, after the latest batch of votes was processed Monday afternoon, June 15.
Bay Area
Santa Clara County LGBTQ+ office hits 10 years of service
Santa Clara County is celebrating a decade of providing services to LGBTQ+ residents through an official department. The Office of LGBTQ Affairs on Friday celebrated its 10-year anniversary amid a Pride Month flag raising ceremony, resource fair and inclusive “lavender” graduation for LGBTQ+ high school and college students. The county department hosted the event in partnership... The post Santa Clara County LGBTQ+ office hits 10 years of service appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Bay Area
Santa Clara County LGBTQ+ office hits 10 years of service
The Santa Clara County Office of LGBTQ Affairs on Friday celebrated its 10-year anniversary amid a Pride Month flag raising ceremony, resource fair and inclusive “lavender” graduation for LGBTQ+ high school and college students.
Bay Area
Santa Clara County jail worker who exploited women gets light sentence
A Santa Clara County jail worker who sexually exploited incarcerated women by smuggling in drugs faces just one year behind bars.
Bay Area
Santa Clara dog park reopens after tests reveal no cause for reported canine illnesses
The chains on the gate to a dog park in Santa Clara were removed Monday after 10 months of closure following reports of dogs falling ill after visiting the park. Nuevo Dog Park, located at Ryder Street and La Rambla Avenue, is about 9,000 square feet and includes artificial turf and some landscaped green space. […] The post Santa Clara dog park reopens after tests reveal no cause for reported canine illnesses appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Santos: Cleaner creeks, safer waterways — protecting our resources is working
In November 2024, the Valley Water board of directors approved the Water Resources Protection Zones Ordinance to address the environmental and safety issues from encampments along Valley Water waterways and facilities. We understood that there wouldn’t be an easy fix, but our progress over the past year shows that a coordinated approach can bring real... The post Santos: Cleaner creeks, safer waterways — protecting our resources is working appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
Sarah Pidgeon Kicks Off Summer With Cultured Magazine
Pidgeon, Cultured's latest cover star, was joined by Grace Gummer, Myha'la, Kara Young and more for the launch dinner at Cove on Monday night.
Bay Area
School board declines to vote on MVLA superintendent’s contract extension
The Mountain View Los Altos High School District trustees were scheduled to vote to add another year to Superintendent Eric Volta’s employment agreement Monday, but board President Thida Cornes instead announced that no formal action was necessary to keep Volta at the helm.
California
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' release from federal prison inches closer once again
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is expected to be released from federal prison earlier than expected. The Federal Bureau of Prisons listed an updated release date of February 2028.
Technology
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Prison Release Date Has Been Moved Up, Again
The rap mogul is serving 50 months for Mann Act violations as his attorneys attempt to have his conviction after a split verdict overturned because they say the judge overstepped in sentencing.
Technology
Sebago’s 80th Anniversary Celebrations Hit Pitti Uomo
A celebratory boat built in the shape of the Docksides boat shoe will sail along the river Arno this week.
Technology
See Obama Center’s Newest Artistic Commissions, Including Njideka Akunyili Crosby’s Portrait of the Former First Couple
Artists like Mark Bradford, Jeffrey Gibson, and Rashid Johnson are also featured.
Bay Area
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are bringing their doubles partnership back at Wimbledon.
California
Sex has always sold in Hollywood. This popular app is changing how
Audio erotica app Quinn is looking to normalize sexual content, with an assist from the stars of 'Heated Rivalry,' 'The Pitt' and more.
Technology
Sheryl Crow Blasts Trump’s ‘Disgraceful’ UFC Birthday Bash: ‘Let’s Be Better, America’
“This administration is corrupt and does not give a damn about the American people,” artist says
Technology
Sheryl Crow Slams Trump Administration for Staging UFC Fight at White House: ‘Disgraceful and Void of Decency’
Sheryl Crow has slammed President Donald Trump and his administration for staging the UFC Freedom 250 event last night at the White House, describing it as “disgraceful and void of decency.” The singer-songwriter, who has been very outspoken against Trump in the past, shared a post on Instagram Stories that decried the event for being […]
Technology
Shipping Industry Sees Too Much Risk in Hormuz Return, For Now
Even with a deal to end the U.S.-Iran war set to be signed Friday, unresolved security questions are keeping carriers and shipowners on the sidelines.
News
Shockoe Institute explores enduring impact of slavery and how to expand freedom today
The Shockoe Institute in Richmond, Virginia, opened its doors this spring to try to open minds about the enduring impact of enslavement and how to seek solutions to improve civic life now. Amna Nawaz has a look at the effort for our Art in Action series, exploring how art and democracy shape one another, as part of our CANVAS coverage.
Technology
Signed: Faith No More Pacts With Brazil’s 30e for Global Tour; Hatebreed Inks Deal for New Album
Other recent artist signings include The Linda Lindas, Imminence, Jason Zhang, Ryan Hurd and Brittney Spencer.
Bay Area
Silicon Valley Spent Millions on California’s Primaries with Mixed Results
California, a state viewed as more receptive to the tech industry, served as an early test for how AI money will perform in primary elections nationwide.
Technology
Skechers Announce OG Anunoby Signature Sneaker After Knicks Championship
His second PE sneaker of the NBA Finals.
Markets
Skydiving Plane Crash Brings Attention to Industry’s Weak Oversight
Poor maintenance is often a factor when skydiving planes crash like one did in Missouri on Sunday, and the National Transportation Safety Board has said in past investigations that weak oversight of the skydiving industry can allow problems to go …
Technology
Snap is finally about to ship AR glasses — and they cost a fortune
Snap is finally launching augmented glasses for the public. Specs, which Snap describes as "a wearable computer built into see-through augmented reality glasses," will cost $2,195. You can preorder a pair of Specs now at specs.com with a $200 refundable deposit, and Snap says they're expected to ship "this fall" in the US, UK, and […] Snap is finally launching augmented glasses for the public. Specs, which Snap describes as "a wearable computer built into see-through augmented reality glasses," will cost $2,195. You can preorder a pair of Specs now at specs.com with a $200 refundable deposit, and Snap says they're expected to ship "this fall" in the US, UK, and France. This is a big moment for Snap: The company made a big entry into smart glasses with its original Spectacles in 2016 , and the company has been toiling away on nonpublic AR versions of Spectacles over the past few yea
Technology
Snap unveils $2,195 AR glasses as CEO Evan Spiegel bets on post-smartphone future
Snap is launching its first AR glasses geared toward the broader public instead of developers.
California
Snap unveils its $2,195 augmented reality glasses as rivalry with Meta heats up
Snap's Chief Executive Evan Spiegel jabbed at rival Meta and explained why he thinks smart glasses represent the "next major leap in computing" at a conference in Long Beach.
Technology
Snapchat Launches $2,195 AR Specs With Hoyeon, Jack Harlow, Kaia Gerber and More for Campaign
The Specs Visionaries campaign, shot by Steven Meisel, also features Jimmy Butler and Imogen Heap.
Culture
Soyoung Yoon to Lead Whitney Museum’s Independent Study Program
Her hiring comes just over a year after the Whitney controversially paused the ISP.
California
SpaceX buys AI coding startup for $60B in race for an edge over Anthropic and OpenAI
SpaceX will move forward with its $60 billion acquisition of AI startup Cursor as Elon Musk's company seeks a competitive edge against Anthropic and OpenAI after its Wall Street debut.
Bay Area
SpaceX purchases Bay Area AI coding startup for $60 billion
SpaceX hopes to boost its AI company, which has fallen behind key competitors.
Technology
SpaceX rises 12% to leapfrog Amazon, briefly top Microsoft in market cap
CEO Elon Musk said Sunday that the company "might be able to reach approximately" $1 trillion revenue in 2030.
Technology
SpaceX to acquire AI coding platform Cursor for $60 billion
Separately, neither could compete. Now they hope they can.
Science
SpaceX trading hits ‘bonkers’ levels as new ETFs see a massive cash influx
Newly launched leveraged ETFs are seeing heavy inflows as investors look for fresh ways to play the SpaceX hype.
Technology
Squirrel Flower Announces New Album Say a Prayer to the Gods of Getting Going
Watch Ella Williams wander under a double rainbow in the video to lead single “Reelin”
Technology
Stanley Cup Final Scores Largest TV Audience Since 2019
The six-game series, won by the Carolina Hurricanes, finishes well ahead of the past two times ABC has aired the NHL's championship series.
California
Struggling Pizza Hut restaurant chain sold for $2.7 billion
Yum Brands has sold the Pizza Hut restaurant chain in two deals worth $2.7 billion.
Technology
Suki Waterhouse Completes Her London Look With Playful Shushu/Tong Heels
The bow-adorned pumps are part of the brand's fall 2026 collection.
Bay Area
Summer tree pruning: What to cut and what to leave alone on the Peninsula
Early summer often sparks the annual debate over when to prune. While tree trimming is commonly associated with winter dormancy, this season can also be an important window for thinning and shaping certain trees, depending on the species, their health and your goals.
Bay Area
Summer tree pruning: What to cut and what to leave alone on the Peninsula
Early summer often sparks the annual debate over when to prune. While tree trimming is commonly associated with winter dormancy, this season can also be an important window for thinning and shaping certain trees, depending on the species, their health and your goals.
News
Summer tree pruning: What to cut and what to leave alone on the Peninsula
Early summer often sparks the annual debate over when to prune. While tree trimming is commonly associated with winter dormancy, this season can also be an important window for thinning and shaping certain trees, depending on the species, their health and your goals.
News
Summer tree pruning: What to cut and what to leave alone on the Peninsula
Early summer often sparks the annual debate over when to prune. While tree trimming is commonly associated with winter dormancy, this season can also be an important window for thinning and shaping certain trees, depending on the species, their health and your goals.
Science
Surveillance Summaries: Brucellosis Surveillance - United States, 2010-2024
During 2010-2024, 54 U.S. jurisdictions reported 1,796 confirmed and probable brucellosis cases. A total of 71-165 cases were reported annually.
Science
Surveillance Summaries: Foodborne Disease Outbreaks Associated with Marine Toxins - Foodborne Disease Outbreak Surveillance System, United States, 2011-2023
This report describes 402 foodborne disease outbreaks caused by marine toxins were reported to FDOSS. These outbreaks resulted in 1,280 illnesses, 96 hospitalizations, and one death.
News
Suspect in deadly shooting of National Guard troops pleads not guilty to new charges
A man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House, killing one of them, has pleaded not guilty to charges in a new indictment
Culture
Take a Tour Inside Tory Burch’s “Collected, Not Decorated” Paris Apartment
The designer invites Vogue into her Paris home, which is full of meaningful nods to her past and present.
Bay Area
Team behind Dumpling Time, Kappo opens South San Francisco dining hall, Omakase World Market
The San Francisco-based Omakase Restaurant Group is the force behind a number of Bay Area dining spots, from the Michelin-starred Niku Steakhouse to the dumpling chain Dumpling Time. Now, with the June 16 opening of Omakase World Market in South San Francisco, diners can find highlights from a number of Omakase projects – plus some brand-new ones – all in one place.
Technology
Tesla booted from the ‘Magnificent Seven’ by a top fund manager. Here is the tech giant he’s crowned.
T. Rowe Price fund manager David Giroux says Big Tech isn’t in a bubble, but there’s value in healthcare and utilities.
Markets
Texas Flood Threat Persists as Gulf System Nears Storm Status
The threat of floods continues across Texas, northeast Mexico and the US Gulf Coast as tropical moisture pours into the region and the odds rise that the Atlantic’s first named storm of the year could develop late Tuesday or early …
Technology
The Ars Technica 2026 Reader Survey: Let your voice be heard!
Tell us how you read Ars, and what you'd like to see more (or less!) of on the front page.
Culture
The Best Crochet Dresses Can Be Worn in the City and by the Beach
Whether you’re beach-bound or dressing for summer in the city, the best crochet dresses will have you looking stylish and cool—in every sense of the word.
Technology
The Best Large-Scale Works at Art Basel Unlimited 2026, From a Deconstructed Airplane to Mounds of Hospital Bedsheets
Works by Isa Genzken, Chris Burden, Eva Jospin, and Benoît Piéron are among the highlights at this year's fair.
Culture
The Chanel Water-Fresh Tint Changed My Summer Makeup Routine
With a barely there feel and perfecting finishes, Chanel’s Les Beiges Water-Fresh collection is a summer-makeup solve.
Technology
The Complete Calvin and Hobbes is a great last-minute Father’s Day gift
Father’s Day is nearly here. Hopefully, you already got a gift for dads you care about, but if not, here’s a quick, easy recommendation for anyone who enjoys a good comic strip. The Complete Calvin and Hobbes contains every one of Bill Watterson’s beloved strips made during the comic’s ten-year run from 1985 through 1995, […] Father’s Day is nearly here. Hopefully, you already got a gift for dads you care about, but if not, here’s a quick, easy recommendation for anyone who enjoys a good comic strip. The Complete Calvin and Hobbes contains every one of Bill Watterson’s beloved strips made during the comic’s ten-year run from 1985 through 1995, packed in three deluxe hardcover books, for $89.48 at Amazon when you check the on-page coupon. The set originally sold for $225, but it’s often available for around $130. This is the best price I’ve seen it sell for. The Complete Calvin and
Technology
The Cybercab is the lightest, most efficient Tesla ever made
Against all odds, the Tesla Cybercab is in production. And while Elon Musk's company may not have a very coherent plan for the tiny, autonomous two-seater, it's still taking the necessary steps to certify the EV's legitimacy. As such, Tesla recently filed paperwork with the Environmental Protection Agency that reveal many of the Cybercab's specs, […] Against all odds, the Tesla Cybercab is in production . And while Elon Musk's company may not have a very coherent plan for the tiny, autonomous two-seater, it's still taking the necessary steps to certify the EV's legitimacy. As such, Tesla recently filed paperwork with the Environmental Protection Agency that reveal many of the Cybercab's specs, including its weight, battery size, and preliminary range estimates. What these documents reveal is the lightest, most range efficient vehicle Tesla has ever produced - and quite possibly one
Technology
The Designer Making Sculptural Jewelry Loved by Your Favorite Pop Stars
Hugo Kreit is a name to know.
Technology
The Google / Xreal Aura XR glasses are now available to preorder
The Project Aura glasses collaboration between Xreal and Google is now one step closer to being something you can buy. Reservations for the second Android XR device, now dubbed the Xreal Aura, are available for $99 starting today, with a full launch in the US, UK, Japan, Canada, and South Korea expected sometime this Fall. […] There’s still no word on the final launch price, however. | Image by Xreal The Project Aura glasses collaboration between Xreal and Google is now one step closer to being something you can buy. Reservations for the second Android XR device , now dubbed the Xreal Aura, are available for $99 starting today , with a full launch in the US, UK, Japan, Canada, and South Korea expected sometime this Fall. The Xreal Aura follows Google's first Android-powered XR device, the Samsung Galaxy XR headset , which launched at $1,799 in October 2025. We still don't have a fu
Bay Area
The Grammys add five new categories for 2027 Grammy Awards
The Grammys are expanding their categories and changing the rules. See what changes are coming for the 2027 Grammy Awards.
Technology
The Latest Beauty Executive Moves at Sephora, La Roche-Posay and More
Executive shifts are afoot in beauty.
Technology
The Men’s Beauty Boom Wasn’t ‘Supposed’ to Happen Like This. Now What?
As the so-called manosphere begins to catalyze men’s grooming in long-awaited — but perhaps less-expected — ways, deciding how to navigate the moment has become paramount for brands.
Culture
The Performance Lecture Is the Perfect Art Form for the Influencer Age
What is it about this medium that is so attractive to these performers and their audiences today?
Technology
The U.S. infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low, though it still trails other similar nations
Infant mortality in the U.S. dropped to a new all-time low in 2025, according to CDC data, though it still trails other similar nations.
Markets
The biggest risk to your retirement isn’t a market crash — it’s a crisis you probably haven’t planned for
Health-related financial risks are the No. 1 threat to retirement security.
California
The children's book that beat 'Heated Rivalry' on the charts is officially getting a reprint
A viral TikTok recommendation sent the 2022 picture book 'Our World Is a Family' straight to the New York Times bestseller list. Now it's being reprinted June 19.
Technology
The new oil? Inside the effort to turn AI computing power into a tradeable commodity
AI compute futures could eventually rival some of the world's largest commodity markets, Silicon Data's Carmen Li believes.
Markets
The one-page pledge that forces your financial adviser to put you first
Most investors ignore this abstract legal rule — and it’s fueling a massive wave of fraud.
Markets
The peace deal is in the price: Goldman Sachs lowers its oil-price target to market levels
Risks to oil price assumptions in the event of a finalized peace deal are two-sided but the Goldman Sachs report notes that the global economy adjusted very flexibly to the largest oil production shock in history
Technology
These Sports Shows Aren’t Playing the Game You Think They Are
From ‘Stick’ to ‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins’ and ‘Off Campus,’ this Emmy season’s most resonant series are using athletics as a gateway to grief, identity and redemption.
Markets
These life-insurance policies are booming. Here’s who should — and shouldn’t — buy one.
Indexed universal life insurance policies have a very specific purpose that can help families, if used correctly.
News
Three-alarm structure fire victims need help rebuilding
Weeks after a three-alarm fire at a condo complex on Whipple Avenue left three residents hospitalized, dozens displaced and pets dead, owners and tenants are still reeling.
Bay Area
To Fund Affordable Food, San Francisco Looks to Tax Vacant Grocery Stores, Pharmacies
The Affordable Groceries Act would also incentivize grocery stores and pharmacies to fill empty lots and create a fund for subsidized grocery initiatives.
Technology
Treasury yields fall ahead of Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell over 2 basis points to 4.449%.
Technology
Trump admin abandons fight against wind energy as clean energy output surges
Legal victories have dampened the Trump admin’s efforts to halt wind and solar power.
Technology
Trump admin tries to block Clean Air Act lawsuit over xAI's gas turbines
NAACP lawsuit says xAI uses gas turbines without permits for Grok data center.
Technology
Trump administration uses hydrogen peroxide against algae in Reflecting Pool
President Donald Trump's remodeled Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has turned chartreuse from an algal bloom
Technology
Trump denies U.S. will put 'any money' into Iran, as he meets allies at G7 summit
Washington and Tehran announced a Memorandum of Understanding had been reached over the weekend.
Technology
Trump signals he could send details of Iran deal to Congress
The peace deal announced Sunday is meeting lukewarm reactions from Congress, including some allies of President Donald Trump.
Technology
Trump signals he may reimpose sanctions on Russian oil as G7 refocuses on Ukraine
Ukraine has started EU membership negotiations, seeking security guarantees.
California
Trump's feud with AI company Anthropic keeps heating up
Anthropic officials are expected to meet with the White House on Monday after the US government, citing national security concerns, ordered the company to cut off access to its latest AI models.
News
Trump's relationship with Netanyahu frays as he pursues a deal with Iran
Netanyahu's tenure as prime minister spans four U.S. presidents, and he's frustrated all of them at one point or another. But none has voiced that as openly as Trump, who started the conflict in tandem with Netanyahu.
News
Trump-backed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore battles ex-Navy SEAL Jared Hudson in GOP Senate runoff in Alabama
The Alabama race will be another test of Trump's endorsement powers, as his picks have largely prevailed in Republican primaries this year.
Culture
Trump’s Name Is Off the Kennedy Center. Why Is the Facade Still Covered with a Tarp?
Some see the continuing blockage of the facade as a snub to the American people.
California
Trump’s own DOJ confirms Governor Gavin Newsom is right
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Culture
Two 1,700-Year-Old Roman Marble Statues Surface Inside an Ancient Wine Vat in Israel
Dating to approximately the 4th century AD, the marble busts are thought to depict prominent figures from the Greco-Roman world
California
Tyra Banks was rooting for Netflix. Now, she's suing it over 'America's Next Top Model' doc
Tyra Banks is suing Netflix over the docuseries 'Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model,' claiming that selective editing painted the former supermodel in a negative light.
Culture
U.S. Justice Department Moves to Intervene in Race Discrimination Lawsuit Challenging Reparations Program in Evanston, Illinois
Today, the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division moved to intervene in a lawsuit challenging a program by the City of Evanston, Illinois, that distributes cash payments and financial assistance for housing solely to black persons, and their descendants, and not to similarly situated persons of other races. The United States’ proposed complaint in intervention alleges that the city’s actions violate the Equal Protection Cause of the Fourteenth Amendment and the Fair Housing Act.
Technology
US approval of Paramount/Warner Bros. deal surprised DOJ lawyers, report says
Trump admin green-lighting $111B deal "reeks of corruption," Sen. Warren says.
Technology
US infant mortality rate fell to an all-time low, but still trails similar nations
The nation’s infant mortality dropped to a new all-time low in 2025
Technology
US-Iran Deal Promises End to War but How it Will Work Remains Unclear
Doubts swirled around the U.S.-Iran interim deal to end the war in the Middle East as shippers said it could take weeks for confidence to return after any reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and fundamental questions remained unanswered. U.S. …
California
Uber, Lyft accused of charging different fees for the same rides at the same time
A Consumer Reports study found that the prices for Uber and Lyft trips can vary drastically even when booked for the same route at roughly the same time.
Technology
Ugg Brand Owner Deckers Outdoor Corp. Loses Patent Case Against Quince
After a four-day trial, a federal jury invalidated the design patent Deckers Outdoor Corp. had for its Ugg Ultra Mini Boot, giving Quince the win.
Technology
Ukraine Aims to Align Banks, Insurers With EU Rules by 2028, Central Banker Says
Ukraine is accelerating reforms to align its banking and insurance sectors with EU standards by 2028 despite wartime challenges, to buttress investor confidence and deepen economic integration with Europe, its central bank governor said. The European Union launched formal talks …
Technology
Under Armour to Close Portland Headquarters
The sports brand will retain a small presence there but move staff to Baltimore and New York.
California
Unofficial count shows Camacho winning San Mateo schools superintendent post
Hector Camacho appears to have won a closely contested race for San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools, after the latest batch of votes was processed Monday afternoon.  Results from the San Mateo County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder & Chief Elections Officer show Camacho with a lead over opponent Chelsea Bonini of nearly 12,000 votes, with no more […] The post Unofficial count shows Camacho winning San Mateo schools superintendent post appeared first on Local News Matters .
Bay Area
Utah canyon BASE jump kills 2, including extreme athlete Andy Lewis who performed with Madonna
A weekend BASE jumping accident in a Utah canyon killed two people, including extreme athlete Andy Lewis.
Technology
Venice Film Festival Takes Shape: ‘The Social Reckoning,’ ‘Here Comes the Flood’ With Denzel Washington, Florian Zeller’s ‘Bunker’ and ‘The Studio’ Season 2 Among Potential Titles
With a little over a month left until the Venice Film Festival lineup is unveiled, a clutch of buzzy prestige titles with top talent has emerged as likely contenders for the Golden Lion. New works by internationally renowned auteurs such as Florian Zeller with “Bunker,” a psychological thriller starring Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz; Martin […]
Technology
Verizon’s ‘Simplicity’ flat-rate plan starts at $30 per month for new customers
Verizon is launching a new Simplicity plan that starts at $30 / month for new customers, or $45 / month for existing ones. In its announcement, Verizon says the plan drops activation and upgrade fees, while offering one flat price for each line. The $30 price for new customers is an "initial promotional offer" that […] Verizon is launching a new Simplicity plan that starts at $30 / month for new customers, or $45 / month for existing ones. In its announcement , Verizon says the plan drops activation and upgrade fees, while offering one flat price for each line. The $30 price for new customers is an "initial promotional offer" that applies after enabling autopay and taking advantage of a discount for switching carriers, according to Verizon . But before customers can ditch Verizon's $40 fee to activate or upgrade a device, they'll need to opt in to the carrier's new loyalty program
Technology
Vilhelm Parfumerie’s Cofounder Is Getting Into Skin Care
The brand launches June 23 with four sun and blue light protection products for day and night.
Technology
Vince Staples Lines Up North American Tour
The rapper will enlist a live band to bring his new album Cry Baby to the stage
Culture
Vittoria Ceretti Has Model-Off-Duty Style Perfected for Summer
The Italian supermodel has stepped out wearing everything from chic slip dresses to hoodies and jeans.
California
Voting officials fear DHS may actually be a threat to elections this year
Voting officials worry that DHS will not be a partner helping to secure elections.
News
WATCH LIVE: Jay Clayton testifies at confirmation hearing for national intelligence director
Trump announced the nomination on Thursday on social media amid pressure from Congress to name a permanent replacement for Tulsi Gabbard, who announced her resignation last month.
News
WATCH: Trump says he 'wouldn't mind' sending Iran deal memo to Congress
The president voiced his openness to making the move at the start of a meeting with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the G7 summit in the French Alps.
Technology
WIF and ReFrame Release Emmys ‘Who to Watch’ FYC Guide Highlighting Women, Nonbinary and Trans Individuals in the Least Gender-Diverse Categories (EXCLUSIVE)
WIF (Women in Film) and ReFrame have partnered to release a ‘Who to Watch’ TV FYC guide spotlighting the contributions of women, nonbinary, and trans individuals in the least gender-diverse categories for TV series awards. Among the highlighted women creatives are: Quinta Brunson (“Abbott Elementary), Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky (“Hacks”), Jenny Han and Sarah […]
Markets
Wall Street can’t stop talking about ‘MANGOS’ stocks as the ‘Magnificent Seven’ becomes passé
Wall Street has a new way to sell the artificial-intelligence trade: take the companies investors most want to own, including some they still cannot buy, and turn them into an acronym.
Bay Area
Walt Disney Animation Studios conjures up the first spellbinding trailer for "Hexed"
"Maybe there's nothing wrong with me at all. Maybe I'm meant for something more." Watch Disney's spellbinding first trailer for "Hexed." 🌙✨🌙
Markets
Want to improve your credit score? Here’s how to ask for a credit-limit increase.
A credit-limit increase can help strained borrowers improve how their financial picture looks on paper.
Markets
Washington County Prosecuting First Insurance Fraud Case Under OIC Deal
A county with one of the highest volumes of insurance fraud cases in Washington has filed its first changes under a new agreement with the state’s insurance regulator. The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office filed insurance fraud charges in Pierce …
News
Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes capital
Voters in Washington, D.C. are heading to the polls to select party candidates for mayor and congressional delegate
Culture
Watch Drake Take a Shot at NBA Star Anthony Edwards in Hilarious Ad for Kevin Durant’s New Sneakers
The ICEMAN is a "Yes Man."
Technology
Watch Wu-Tang Clan Showcase ‘Bring Da Ruckus,’ ‘C.R.E.A.M.’ on ‘Fallon’
The New York rap group helped to celebrate the Knicks' championship victory by revisiting Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)
Bay Area
Water and garbage rates increase for San Jose residents
While utility hikes are a regular occurrence for San Jose residents, an especially sharp jump in garbage disposal fees and water rates have led to pushback amid growing concern over rising living costs. Under new fee schedules set to take effect July 1, the start of fiscal year 2026-27, San Jose’s garbage disposal service fee... The post Water and garbage rates increase for San Jose residents appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Technology
We now know how DJI’s dual camera Osmo Pocket 4P compares to Insta360’s
After a brief debut at the Cannes film festival last month, DJI announced all the details of its Osmo Pocket 4P stabilized camera today as part of its initial launch in China. While it doesn't match the 8K capabilities of the Insta360 Luna Ultra, the Pocket 4P features a new 1-inch sensor with improved dynamic […] After a brief debut at the Cannes film festival last month , DJI announced all the details of its Osmo Pocket 4P stabilized camera today as part of its initial launch in China. While it doesn't match the 8K capabilities of the Insta360 Luna Ultra, the Pocket 4P features a new 1-inch sensor with improved dynamic range and impressive 4K slow-mo capabilities. The Pocket 4P is now available for preorder from DJI's Chinese website for ¥3799, or around $562. That's cheaper than Insta360's $769.99 Luna Ultra, however, a simple currency conversion doesn't accurately reflect w
Technology
Wendy Freedman, Founder of Beloved Vintage Boutique Polkadots and Moonbeams, Dies at 66
She founded the boutique behind costumes in 'Emily in Paris,' 'Modern Family,' 'This Is Us' and 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.'
Bay Area
What Brandon Aiyuk’s path back to the NFL could look like
The 49ers placed the wide receiver on the Left Squad list in December after he stopped showing up to the team facility in Santa Clara.
Technology
What Hollywood Can Teach Harvard
Tinseltown titans from 'Mad Men' creator Matthew Weiner to the cast of 'Veep' recently flocked to the Institute of Politics in Cambridge to educate future leaders on the art of storytelling.
California
What really happened during Corey Feldman's airport health scare
Corey Feldman is out of the hospital and on the mend after a health scare unfolded at Los Angeles International Airport.
California
What to know about Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert
For decades, a U.S. Air Force base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert has been a hotbed of some of the most innovative flight research in the U.S. From a test pilot breaking the sound barrier to a space shuttle touching down, aviation history has o...
News
What to watch in midterm primaries and runoffs in Alabama, Georgia, D.C. and more
President Donald Trump has been at the center of this year's midterm campaigns, and his influence will be tested in different ways Tuesday as four states and the District of Columbia hold primaries.
Culture
Why Celebs Love This ‘Boring’ Sandal Trend
Double-buckle sandals have become a summer favorite. Shop the iconic Birkenstock Arizonas celebrities love, plus new designer takes from Miu Miu and Prada.
Technology
Why Richard Nixon Has Suddenly Gone Viral
The 37th president’s foundation has posted a slew of slickly edited videos aiming to make the late disgraced POTUS seem cool. It appears to be working.
Bay Area
Wild deer captured and kept in a dog crate for weeks. A Bay Area resident is cited
A Sonoma County resident was cited for sequestering a fawn for weeks in a dog crate.
California
Wildfire in Riverside County grows to 2,600 acres
A wildfire in Riverside County has forced residents to leave their homes as crews work to contain the flames.
Bay Area
Wisconsin beagle research facility that drew protests is closing as rescue group takes in dogs
A Wisconsin beagle research facility that's drawn animal welfare protests is closing and its remaining dogs are being taken in by a rescue group. Some dogs rescued from the facility had recently been taken to the Bay Area.
Technology
YHWH Nailgun Are Taking Magazine on Tour
Will all the shows be 11 minutes?
Culture
Ye, aka Kanye West, Spotted at Art Basel
His wife, Bianca Censori, stars in a Vanessa Beecroft video being shown in the Unlimited section of the fair by Lia Rumma Gallery.
Technology
Year of free HPE software a “step in the correct direction” in VMware rivalry
Partner tells Ars that HPE should be giving out more free VM Essentials licenses.
Culture
Yes, Chef! Ayo Edebiri and Jeremy Allen White Shared a Final Family Meal to Celebrate the End of The Bear
Ahead of season five airing on June 25, the cast of The Bear reunited for one last night of dinner rush energy. Monday evening’s premiere, dubbed the Final Family Meal, took place at the landmarked Lower East Side hotel Nine Orchard.
California
Yes, Zendaya and Tom Holland have already tied the knot. The groom confirmed it himself
'Spider-Man' star Tom Holland won't spin too many details about his under-the-radar wedding with Zendaya, except that it's already happened.
Bay Area
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2024, Kaiser Permanente announced the rollout of Abridge. Described in a press release as “ambient listening technology,” the AI-powered scribe is designed to help clinicians including mental health providers securely capture clinical notes during patient visits. But what the description fails to […]
California
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
Mental health professionals at Kaiser are raising concerns about an artificial intelligence tool that records medical appointments, saying it should have more safeguards.
Science
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2024, Kaiser Permanente announced the rollout of Abridge. Described in a press release as “ambient listening technology,” the AI-powered scribe is designed to help clinicians including mental health providers securely capture clinical notes during patient visits. But what the description fails to […]
Bay Area
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2024, Kaiser Permanente announced the rollout of Abridge. Described in a press release as “ambient listening technology,” the AI-powered scribe is designed to help clinicians including mental health providers securely capture clinical notes during patient visits. But what the description fails to […]
Science
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2024, Kaiser Permanente announced the rollout of Abridge. Described in a press release as “ambient listening technology,” the AI-powered scribe is designed to help clinicians including mental health providers securely capture clinical notes during patient visits. But what the description fails to […]
California
‘Fallout’ Cast on Filming Season 2 in Los Angeles and Bringing the Video Game World to Life: ‘I Still Can’t Believe Amazon’s Letting Us Make This Show’
As “Fallout” Season 2 transitions the show to the Mojave Wasteland and New Vegas, the creative team also moved filming from New York to Los Angeles during a period of record-low production in the state of California. “We were a little insulated from what had changed here. So it was a shock to us when […]
Bay Area
‘Fight 4 our San Francisco’: Protests planned through Thursday to rally against budget cuts
An organization calling itself the People’s Budget Coalition and various community groups are rallying at San Francisco City Hall this week demanding that the mayor and Board of Supervisors restore funding to essential services, jobs, and community programs. Protests are planned through Thursday outside and inside at city hall, organizers said. “We are here to […] The post ‘Fight 4 our San Francisco’: Protests planned through Thursday to rally against budget cuts appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘Gone,’ ‘Tip Toe’ Star David Morrissey on Relying on Gut Instinct: ‘Analysis Can Be Paralysis Sometimes’
British actor David Morrissey tries not to think of the audience when making TV shows “but once you push the boat out of the harbor you’re just praying and hoping that people like it,” he tells Variety at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival. As the star of ITV’s hit thriller “Gone,” which is in competition at […]
Markets
‘I’m a realist’: I’m 50 with $6.5 million saved. Should I quit my $200,000 job and retire early?
“I have been considering leaving my job so that I can focus on my trading activities full time.”
Technology
‘I’ve Never Seen This Level of Unity’: Wu-Tang Clan, Fat Joe, Chuck D and More NYC Rappers Celebrate the Knicks’ Championship Win
It’s June 10, 2026, and RZA, the leader of the Wu-Tang Clan, is reading the room — a really big room. The Wu’s many members have once again joined forces to rock Madison Square Garden, but this is no ordinary hometown concert. The newly minted Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members are set to […]
Technology
‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’ Live-Action Series Set at BBC Studios, Kadokawa and Wheel in Motion
BBC Studios Kids & Family has unveiled a three-way partnership with U.K. production company Wheel in Motion and Japan’s Kadokawa Corporation to develop a live-action television series based on Eiko Kadono’s novel “Kiki’s Delivery Service,” marking the property’s first live-action television treatment. Currently in development, the project is planned as 10 half-hour episodes drawn primarily […]
California
‘No harm, no foul’: Mountain lion captured on Peninsula destined for Santa Cruz Mountains
A young mountain lion that wandered into a Redwood City yard on Monday morning was successfully captured and will be released in an open space area in the Santa Cruz Mountains, authorities said. Redwood City police have lifted an alert that was sent about 11 a.m. for a neighborhood around the 1800 block of Madison […] The post ‘No harm, no foul’: Mountain lion captured on Peninsula destined for Santa Cruz Mountains appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘Reclaim the Flag’ Director Alexis Bittar on Why Some People Were Too ‘Nervous’ to Be in Doc About LGBTQ Community’s Relationship to the American Flag
Alexis Bittar is reclaiming the American flag. So much so that the celebrity jewelry designer and filmmaker has one hanging outside the Brooklyn home he shares with his husband and their three kids. “I love it,” Bittar tells me. “I bought some Gay Pride flags, but I haven’t put them out yet. I like the […]
Bay Area
‘Section 415’ podcast: Our early Giants trade deadline preview
Buster Posey will likely look to trade Luis Arráez and Robbie Ray, but the Giants may be compelled to move some of their highest-paid stars too.
Technology
‘Sicko’ Director on Why Gory Kazakh ‘Parasite’ ‘Not as Violent as Life Itself’: ‘Life Has Much More to Be Afraid Of’
There will be blood — and lots of it — in Kazakh director Aitore Zholdaskali’s solo debut, “Sicko,” a hard-boiled crime thriller about an internet scam gone wrong that plays this week at the Transilvania Intl. Film Festival.  Written by Zholdaskali, Kazybek Orazbek and Aldiyar Zhaparkhanov, “Sicko” follows a cash-strapped couple who hatch a get-rich-quick scheme […]
Technology
‘Test’ Review: A Bodybuilder Anxious to Turn Pro Struggles With Questions of Faith and His Emerging Sexuality in Nuanced Character Study
Directed by Sam McConnell from a semi-autobiographical screenplay by lead actor Brock Yurich, the Ohio-set drama also features Tammy Blanchard and Matthew Morrison.
Culture
‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Coming to Las Vegas’ Sphere
Sphere Entertainment will "enhance" the 1975 cult classic for the massive venue.
Technology
‘The View’ Hosts Grill JD Vance on Epstein Files, ICE and Trump: ‘Are You His Interpreter or His Vice President?’
JD Vance went into the lion’s den on Tuesday as the hosts of “The View” grilled him on a litany of hot political topics. The vice president appeared on the ABC talk program to promote his new book but was instead faced with questions about the Epstein files, ICE and the Trump administration’s whitewashing of […]
Technology
‘The Wombles’ Franchise Set for Revival as the Blair Partnership Boards to Develop New Movies, TV Series and More (EXCLUSIVE)
Beloved British animated characters The Wombles are set to enchant a new generation following a consolidation of the brand’s intellectual property rights and the appointment of The Blair Partnership as its exclusive global representative. Created by Elizabeth Beresford in the 1960s, The Wombles are fictional furry critters with an eco-driven mission who live in burrows […]
Technology
‘Toy Story 5’ Review: Joan Cusack’s Cowgirl Jessie Takes the Lead to Impart a Sweet Lesson About the Rewards of Physical Play Over Screen Time
Tom Hanks and Tim Allen return to the voice cast of Pixar’s beloved franchise about the secret lives of toys, along with newcomers including Conan O’Brien, Greta Lee and Bad Bunny.
Technology
‘Vikram Betal’ AI-Enabled Show Set at India’s Collective Studios Historyverse (EXCLUSIVE)
Historyverse, the culturally focused content label within India’s Collective Studios, has announced “Vikram Betal,” an AI-enabled adaptation drawing on the ancient Indian folk tradition of King Vikramaditya and the spirit Betal. Birla Open Minds will serve as knowledge partner on the project. The source material – rooted in the “Baital Pachisi,” a collection of tales […]
California
‘We need to save this pier’: Leaders push for federal, state aid after Pacifica Pier damage
Severe damage to the Pacifica Pier will require federal aid and a state-level emergency declaration, lawmakers said Monday. Major cracks where the concrete structure meets the land emerged earlier this month, prompting the immediate closure of the 1973-era walkway and demolition of the popular Chit Chat Cafe. “We’re here to say we need to save […] The post ‘We need to save this pier’: Leaders push for federal, state aid after Pacifica Pier damage appeared first on Local News Matters .
Technology
‘We own our home outright’: I am 67 and earn $100,000. Do I take my $30,000-a-year Social Security now or wait?
“We have combined savings of $950,000 in retirement plans, Roth IRAs and Treasuries.”