Bond denials are up nationwide, but steepest at Adelanto. Immigration attorneys are suing to get an unredacted version of a November 2025 directive they say sparked the shift.
Una práctica policial engañosa se está extendiendo por las cárceles de California. A medida que cobra fuerza, un número creciente de acusados afirma haber sido coaccionados para autoincriminarse.
Jack White invited Twin Temple to open his Hollywood Palladium show after Charley Crockett dropped the satanic doo-wop duo over their 'unholy' imagery.
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson bring their award-winning musical 'Mexodus,' a live-looping, hip-hop musical about a fugitive slave who finds freedom south of the border, to Pasadena Playhouse.
In recent years, there has been attention and worries about how reading has changed among kids. Those concerns include the nature of what kids are reading and how many fewer books are part of their education diet. A new cover story in The Atlantic is casting a broader spotlight, raising similar questions for the overall population. Jeffrey Brown discussed more with The Atlantic's Rose Horowitch.
One person died, three people were missing and 16 were rescued from the waters off San Francisco after a pontoon boat sank Tuesday afternoon while carrying mostly family members as part of a memorial service, authorities said.
Authorities in San Francisco say one person has died, three people are missing and 16 others have been rescued from waters off the city after a pontoon boat sank
For six weeks, soccer made the U.S. the center of worldwide celebration. Keep the post-World Cup blues at bay by watching these 15 international series.
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used artificial intelligence systems that disproportionately targeted those on medical or family leave for layoffs
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. At least 10 cases are lined up at the California Supreme Court this year challenging convictions involving undercover agents in jails, including stings that took place after suspects say they invoked their rights against self-incrimination. District attorneys say the so-called Perkins operations are […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. At least 10 cases are lined up at the California Supreme Court this year challenging convictions involving undercover agents in jails, including stings that took place after suspects say they invoked their rights against self-incrimination. District attorneys say the so-called Perkins operations are […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. At least 10 cases are lined up at the California Supreme Court this year challenging convictions involving undercover agents in jails, including stings that took place after suspects say they invoked their rights against self-incrimination. District attorneys say the so-called Perkins operations are […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. At least 10 cases are lined up at the California Supreme Court this year challenging convictions involving undercover agents in jails, including stings that took place after suspects say they invoked their rights against self-incrimination. District attorneys say the so-called Perkins operations are […]
The California Supreme Court is reviewing convictions that turned on undercover stings in jails known as Perkins operations. Critics say they go too far and risk false confessions.
Both 8BitDo and GameSir announced tiny gamepads designed to turn smartphones into Game Boy-inspired handhelds at CES 2026. GameSir released its Pocket Taco months ago, but the longer wait for 8BitDo's FlipPad has been well worth it. While the Pocket Taco may be a better fit for some players and devices, the FlipPad is a […] The FlipPad draws all the power it needs from your phone’s charging port. Both 8BitDo and GameSir announced tiny gamepads designed to turn smartphones into Game Boy-inspired handhelds at CES 2026. GameSir released its Pocket Taco months ago, but the longer wait for 8BitDo's FlipPad has been well worth it. While the Pocket Taco may be a better fit for some players and devices, the FlipPad is a thinner, lighter, cheaper, and smaller alternative that's easier to keep on hand for occasional gaming on your phone without having to rely on an emulator's touchscreen con
The effort comes amid skyrocketing home prices driven by the artificial intelligence boom in San Francisco and a shift toward tougher-on-crime policing and prosecution.
A vote in Palm Beach County on whether to allow the construction of a digital infrastructure hub to house AI data centers and warehouses is set to show the strength of Florida’s efforts to rein in the technology industry. Project …
Power-hungry data centers have increased supply costs for the largest US electric grid by more than 60%, the system watchdog said. PJM Interconnection LLC, which serves 13 states and Washington, DC, said Tuesday that its auction to procure power for …
This weekend, cinephiles across the world will march to their local theaters to feast their eyes on Christopher Nolan's new adaptation of The Odyssey. It's on track to rake in anywhere between $80-$100 million in just a few days. People are clearly excited to see how Nolan uses cutting-edge filmmaking tech to make the Homeric […] This weekend, cinephiles across the world will march to their local theaters to feast their eyes on Christopher Nolan's new adaptation of The Odyssey . It's on track to rake in anywhere between $80-$100 million in just a few days. People are clearly excited to see how Nolan uses cutting-edge filmmaking tech to make the Homeric classic feel fresh. But another director is trying to capitalize on the buzz around Nolan's project to drum up interest in an Odysseus-focused movie of his own. On Tuesday, film studio Fountain 0 announced that it is working on an AI
Want to get perfect teeth in Turkey, a neck lift in London and breastwork in Brazil? From same-day procedures to six-week stays, here are the aesthetic trips to fit into your vacation time.
It’s a harrowing image that Reginald Webb will not soon forget: seeing his friend and cycling companion Jennifer Smith get hit — and then dragged — by a bus at a busy intersection on the border of Palo Alto and Mountain View.
It’s a harrowing image that Reginald Webb will not soon forget: seeing his friend and cycling companion Jennifer Smith get hit — and then dragged — by a bus at a busy intersection on the border of Palo Alto and Mountain View.
An East Bay parcel sat vacant for 30 years, buried under $1.7 million in back taxes. It’s been transferred to a local group — and the county says more could follow.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved the transfer of an abandoned East Oakland property to an Oakland-based organization for the development of affordable housing at the site. The abandoned, tax-defaulted property located at 8215 MacArthur Blvd. will be sold to the Black Cultural Zone Community Development Corporation. The nonprofit developer revitalizes […] The post Alameda County supervisors approve sale of East Oakland property for affordable housing appeared first on Local News Matters .
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie praised first responders as the search continued through the night for three missing boaters in the San Francisco Bay after the vessel they were in sank Tuesday afternoon, according to the San Francisco Fire Department. Search and rescue crews with the U.S. Coast Guard and other agencies are combing the […] The post Alcatraz boat sinking: Search continues for 3 missing; Mayor Lurie calls rescuers ‘heroic’ appeared first on Local News Matters .
The new Fed chairman avoided major stumbles in two days of testimony before the House and Senate, but faces a rapid test of his commitment to price stability.
Andy Serkis said in a recent interview with the BBC that his new “Lord of the Rings” movie, “The Hunt for Gollum,” will “somewhat acknowledge” the franchise’s lack of diversity. The film, which is now in production, has announced a cast so far that is made up entirely of white actors: Jamie Dornan, Anna Taylor-Joy, […]
Anthropic is lining up investor meetings ahead of a potential IPO as soon as October as the AI startup behind looks to beat rival OpenAI to the public markets.
Based on Marissa Stapley’s 2021 novel of the same name and adapted for television by “Your Friends & Neighbors” creator Jonathan Tropper, Apple TV limited series “Lucky” is the captivating story of one young woman’s desperate attempt to break free of the dark and violent life that’s shaped her. More than an intricate game of […]
An AppleCare Plus subscription for a Mac or iPad will cost more soon, with prices going up by $0.50 per month or $5 per year for new sign-ups while remaining the same for existing subscribers, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Gurman says that under the new AppleCare Plus pricing, "a plan for a new 13-inch […] An AppleCare Plus subscription for a Mac or iPad will cost more soon, with prices going up by $0.50 per month or $5 per year for new sign-ups while remaining the same for existing subscribers, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman. Gurman says that under the new AppleCare Plus pricing, "a plan for a new 13-inch MacBook Air increased to $7.99 from $7.49, or to $79.99 from $74.99 annually," following a move last year that similarly raised the plan's price on iPhones. We haven't seen the new pricing reflected on Apple's site in the US or terms of service yet, and Apple has n
In its latest edition, the Hyve Group’s responsible sourcing trade show paired showmanship with education to help buyers and suppliers navigate the turbulent future of U.K. and global manufacturing.
Attorneys for Nolan Wells' family said they will work with the local district attorney's office investigating his death to inspect the contents of his cellphone.
Luminate's midyear report reveals South Korea as the world's third largest music exporter and that music sung in English is becoming less popular, also thanks to Latin music
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding possible. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southerly swell combined with abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.6 feet will bring the potential for minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas each evening.
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding due to high astronomical tides of 7 to 7.5 feet and surf to 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Areas of flooding from tidal overflow in low lying areas, boardwalks, beach parking lots, and beach adjacent streets. Beach erosion. Highest impacts expected during high tides in the evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A 2 foot south swell (from 190 degrees) at 13-15 seconds will lead to surf 3-5 feet at south-facing beaches. Elsewhere, surf of 2-4 feet is expected.
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding due to high astronomical tides of 7 feet and surf to 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Areas of flooding from tidal overflow in low lying areas, boardwalks, beach parking lots, and beach adjacent streets. Beach erosion. Highest impacts expected during high tides in the evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A 2 foot south swell (from 190 degrees) at 13-15 seconds will lead to surf 3-5 feet at south-facing beaches. Elsewhere, surf of 2-4 feet is expected.
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding possible. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southerly swell combined with abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.6 feet will bring the potential for minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas each evening.
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with elevated surf expected. Minor coastal flooding possible. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southerly swell combined with abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.6 feet will bring the potential for minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas each evening.
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding due to high astronomical tides of 7 to 7.5 feet and surf to 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Areas of flooding from tidal overflow in low lying areas, boardwalks, beach parking lots, and beach adjacent streets. Beach erosion. Highest impacts expected during high tides in the evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A 2 foot south swell (from 190 degrees) at 13-15 seconds will lead to surf 3-5 feet at south-facing beaches. Elsewhere, surf of 2-4 feet is expected.
Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton stuck to familiar themes in their separate speeches to Latino leaders in downtown L.A. as they jockey for position in the California governor's race.
Marvelous Mendo music: The 40th annual Mendocino Music Festival is officially underway. Running through July 25 in several spots and famously covering myriad genres — jazz, big band, folk, bluegrass, pop, piano, chamber music, opera and symphonic — this year’s programming focuses on Beethoven. Classical fans who missed festival co-artistic director Susan Waterfall’s opening program, a lecture and documentary on the master, can stream the […] The post Best Bets: Mendocino Music Festival, Festival Napa Valley, Pocket Opera, SF Mime Troupe, Radio Day by the Bay appeared first on Local News Matters .
Singh, who was 21 at the time of the crash, was sentenced after pleading guilty in June to three counts of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence.
A bill championed by late Senator Lindsey Graham aims to target America’s top trade competitors with substantial new tariffs as a result of their Russian energy purchases.
Shares of BlackRock rallied to their best day in more than a year on Wednesday, after strong inflows into exchange-traded funds and buoyant markets helped the world’s biggest asset manager beat Wall Street’s earnings expectations for the latest quarter.
Americans got some relief at the gas pump in recent weeks, enough to slow down inflation. That might not last long as the U.S. and Iran continue to vie for control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Descendants: Wicked Wonderland cast members Brandy, Rita Ora and Leonardo Nam discuss how their characters have evolved in this fifth installment to the Descendants film franchise, how being parents has influenced how they see their characters and predict the film’s viral moment. Brandy   From a mistake?  Leonardo Nam  What are we talking about? Rita Ora   […]
The Federal Communications Commission will vote next month on whether a single company can own broadcast stations that reach more than 39 percent of US TV households. In a Breitbart op-ed on Wednesday, Republican Chair Brendan Carr announced an August 6th vote to end the national ownership cap rule, which was intended to prevent one […] Federal Communications Commission | Image: Kristen Radtke / The Verge The Federal Communications Commission will vote next month on whether a single company can own broadcast stations that reach more than 39 percent of US TV households. In a Breitbart op-ed on Wednesday, Republican Chair Brendan Carr announced an August 6th vote to end the national ownership cap rule, which was intended to prevent one company from dominating the media landscape and incentivize serving local communities. Carr argued the rise of social media and streaming platforms re
Billionaire Warren Buffett says his decision to cut the Gates Foundation out of his charitable giving is more about believing his three kids are ready to handle giving away his entire fortune than it is about Bill Gates’ ties to convicted sex offender ...
Insurance industry software-as-a-service provider Duck Creek Technologies said it has acquired commercial underwriting platform Send Technology Solutions. Duck Creek said together the companies will create the “first and only agentic solution to unite core insurance operations and intelligent underwriting workflows …
California set an ambitious target to reduce wildfire hazards each year, and is making real progress. Preserving that momentum as federal partnerships fade and state funding declines is crucial.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A contentious bill lawmakers are debating this year has them asking the question: Should Californians have the right to sue if a company is using unfair tactics to strangle its competition? Assembly Bill 1776 would expand California’s antitrust law to allow people and […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A contentious bill lawmakers are debating this year has them asking the question: Should Californians have the right to sue if a company is using unfair tactics to strangle its competition? Assembly Bill 1776 would expand California’s antitrust law to allow people and […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A contentious bill lawmakers are debating this year has them asking the question: Should Californians have the right to sue if a company is using unfair tactics to strangle its competition? Assembly Bill 1776 would expand California’s antitrust law to allow people and […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A contentious bill lawmakers are debating this year has them asking the question: Should Californians have the right to sue if a company is using unfair tactics to strangle its competition? Assembly Bill 1776 would expand California’s antitrust law to allow people and […]
After almost 55 years, the Campbell Police Department will no longer be located below ground. The new 27,500-square-foot police headquarters at 100 N. First St. is nearly four times larger than its former 7,000-square-foot home that served as the city’s police department for decades. The facility opened July 10 and has been long planned following Measure... The post Campbell police open state-of-the-art headquarters appeared first on San José Spotlight .
Canada has suspended several animal exports from Texas due to concerns about the New World screwworm, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is immediately suspending the export of horses, pigs, cattle, bison, sheep, goats, …
French President Emmanuel Macron honored five major figures in international cinema at a ceremony held at the Élysée Palace in Paris on July 15: Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri, the producer behind the “Despicable Me” and “Minions” movies — the highest-grossing animated franchise of all time, with more than $5.7 billion at the global […]
"We had our best first half in five years at Christie's, growing in all departments and regions, at every price point," chief executive Bonnie Brennan said.
"This man is not going to ask anything of you that he doesn't attempt himself," John Leguizamo said of the director, who brought 'The Odyssey' to NYC on Tuesday alongside his A-list cast.
Generously sized and steered toward realism, the director's take on Odysseus is epically satisfying, even if it skimps on the character's ego and lust.
Managing general agent and specialist cyber insurer Coalition said it has launched Active Cyber Insurance for Enterprises, with up to USD $25 million in cyber limits for U.S. large businesses. This follows the May announcement of Coalition’s expanded strategic relationship …
Supporters of raising Alameda County’s minimum wage to $30 gathered in the Glenview neighborhood of Oakland on Tuesday to celebrate collecting enough signatures to qualify the proposal for the November ballot. It was all smiles at Blackberry Bistro as members of the Living Wage for All Coalition filled the restaurant, introducing themselves to one another […] The post Coalition celebrates signature drive for Alameda County $30 minimum wage measure appeared first on Local News Matters .
* WHAT...Up to 1.5 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Bayshore locations along the San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. * WHEN...Until 4 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 1.5 ft above normal (7.3 ft MLLW) at 12:48 AM 7/16. These predictions include both astronomical tides and roughly 3-6 inches of additional water mainly from a combination of thermal expansion and accumulated sea level rise since the tidal datum was established (1983-2001). High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively.
Billboard dives into the issue of curfews and noise ordinances for concerts — and whether those may have applied to the July 12 show, which stretched to 3 a.m.
Parks and Recreation Commissioner Wonman Lee has pulled papers to run for the District 1 seat on the Menlo Park City Council, saying he wants to address quality-of-life issues in Belle Haven, especially after Meta recently shelved plans for a large-development in the city’s easternmost district.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan issued a permanent injunction against Detroit area tax return preparer Ann Heibeck and Detroit area tax return preparation businesses J&A Tax Services LLC doing business as Equitax (Equitax) and J&A Tax and Accounting Services LLC doing business as Equitax Accounting and Tax Service (J&A 2). The injunction bars Heibeck, Equitax, and J&A 2 from preparing tax returns, working for, or having any ownership stake in any tax preparation business, assisting others prepare tax returns or set up business as a preparer, and transferring or assigning customer lists to any other person or entity. The court previously entered similar judgments of permanent injunction against Tasha Washington, Crystal Patrick, Debra Washington, and Sade Cooper, after they failed to appear to defend against the United States’ claims.&nb
A helicopter helping fight a Colorado wildfire has crashed into a reservoir, killing the pilot, authorities said. The aircraft was reported down Sunday in the Silver Jack Reservoir and the pilot’s body was recovered by divers. The Gunnison County Sheriff’s …
A fire in Santa Clarita briefly spurred evacuation warnings and threatened structures, growing to about 52 acres before forward progress was halted at around 4 p.m.
California's DMV said that irregularities pointing to possible cheating — and not any internal issues — are the reason thousands of Californians are being required to retake their knowledge test.
Dave Kendall, creator and former host of MTV’s “120 Minutes,” has died, according to a post from his friend and latter-day host of the show, Matt Pinfield. No caused of death or age were cited, although he was likely in his sixties. From scrappy beginnings, the show launched on March 10, 1986 and quickly became […]
The US is getting closer to observing daylight saving time year-round. On Tuesday, the House advanced the Sunshine Protection Act on a 308 to 117 vote, which would turn clocks one hour ahead permanently, as reported by CBS News. President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social in May that the bill would save the "hundreds […] The US is getting closer to observing daylight saving time year-round. On Tuesday, the House advanced the Sunshine Protection Act on a 308 to 117 vote, which would turn clocks one hour ahead permanently, as reported by CBS News . President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social in May that the bill would save the "hundreds of millions of dollars" spent by people, cities, and states that have to change their clocks. "It's time that people can stop worrying about the 'Clock, not to mention all of the work and money that is spent on this ridiculous, twice yearly producti
With a buzzy new farm hotel (and a host of old favorites) to stay at, here’s why the setting of Jane Austen’s classic novel is the perfect English country travel destination.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's new liner, once dubbed “American flag blue” by President Donald Trump, has faded to a color closer to gray
In Arizona, dead fish lie in the dry bed of a reservoir. To the north, a small Utah town could run out of water in months. And in Colorado, a rancher has sold a fifth of her herd as stock …
The 12th annual award ceremony celebrated athletes, teams, leagues and members of the sports industry who use the power of the sport to make a positive impact on society and communities.
With comedian Marcello Hernández to host, the biggest names in sports are set to attend the 34th annual ESPY Awards to recognize nominees and honorees in more than 20 categories, including best athlete, men and women’s sports, breakthrough athlete and many others. The ESPYS takes place at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center […]
Project Re:claim, which is turning polyester-rich textile waste into new yarn, is now backed by Global Recycled Standard certification, strengthening its recycled content claims.
Two East Bay high school students started a youth-led global initiative this year to prevent human trafficking through education, awareness and advocacy. In January, Livermore High School rising senior Archismita Mukherjee founded Project ASHA, which stands for awareness, safety, hope and action, although “asha” also means hope in multiple languages. Within the last six months, […] The post East Bay teens’ anti-human trafficking effort expands globally, tackling often-taboo topic appeared first on Local News Matters .
Elon Musk likely broke Wisconsin law when he promised to hand out $1 million checks to voters in the 2025 state Supreme Court election, a bipartisan panel has found.
Bryan, a food broker from Michigan, wasn't sure if he'd be able to make it to urgent care in time. He started feeling off on Thursday, and by Saturday, he was having to use the bathroom every 15 to 30 minutes. "It's no joke about the explosive diarrhea," Bryan, who asked that his last name […] Bryan, a food broker from Michigan, wasn't sure if he'd be able to make it to urgent care in time. He started feeling off on Thursday, and by Saturday, he was having to use the bathroom every 15 to 30 minutes. "It's no joke about the explosive diarrhea," Bryan, who asked that his last name be withheld for obvious reasons, told me. I met him via Reddit, where I recently spent hours lurking in threads about cyclosporiasis, the explosive diarrhea illness infecting people across the country, and Cyclospora cayetanensis , the microscopic parasite that causes it, which spreads through human fecal c
A former cargo ship captain has pleaded guilty to drugging and raping a 21-year-old U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet who was working on the vessel as part of an academy training program
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 115 and lows 82 to 89 degrees expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Above average low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
* WHAT...Hot and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s. High temperatures in the 90s for inland Orange County and in the mountains below 6000 feet, in the mid 90s to 102 in the San Diego County valleys, and in the upper 90s to 108 for the Inland Empire expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Mountains, San Diego County Valleys, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Those spending long periods outdoors will be at greater risk for heat health impacts.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 113 and lows 82 to 89 degrees expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Above average low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 106. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 113 and low temperatures in the 80s expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Above average low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 113 and low temperatures in the 80s expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Above average low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
* WHAT...Hot and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s. High temperatures in the 90s for inland Orange County and in the mountains below 6000 feet, in the mid 90s to 102 in the San Diego County valleys, and in the upper 90s to 108 for the Inland Empire expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Mountains, San Diego County Valleys, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Those spending long periods outdoors will be at greater risk for heat health impacts.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to 117 expected. Overnight temperatures 85 to 91. Moderate to Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...In Arizona, Parker Valley and Yuma. In California, Chuckwalla Valley, Imperial County Southeast, Imperial County Southwest, Imperial County West, Imperial Valley, Palo Verde Valley, and Salton Sea. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions. Afternoon temperatures 105 to 115 degrees. Moderate to Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...In Arizona, Parker Valley and Yuma. In California, Imperial Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 114 and low temperatures in the 80s expected. * WHERE...Coachella Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
* WHAT...Hot and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s. High temperatures in the 90s for inland Orange County and in the mountains below 6000 feet, in the mid 90s to 102 in the San Diego County valleys, and in the upper 90s to 108 for the Inland Empire expected. * WHERE...Orange County Inland Areas, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Mountains, San Diego County Valleys, San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures up to 114 and low temperatures in the 80s expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Deserts. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 106. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, strongest in the foothills and mountains. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, until 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
The Federal Communications Commission signaled it will vote on August 6 to repeal the longstanding cap on ownership of TV stations, replacing a limit that keeps owners from controlling stations in more than 39% of markets with a case-by-case review of transactions that might come before regulators. “Today, national programmers can distribute their programming to […]
The agency's chairman Brendan Carr said the commision will consider TV station mergers that exceed the current ownership limits on a "case by case" basis.
A coalition of public health organizations, pediatricians and parents sued the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on July 14, challenging a new policy that allow some manufacturers to sell vapes and nicotine without the legally required license. The lawsuit, filed …
In this week's episode of "The De Los Podcast," actor and comedian Fabrizio Guido discusses his character Jackie Moreno from Netflix's "Running Point," sings the praises of the rising young Latino talents in Hollywood and walks through his rise as a stand-up comic.
With the federal Medicaid work requirements looming in January, Democrats are considering state legislation to call out big companies that employ workers enrolled in the safety net health program. Business giants such as Amazon and Walmart said the figures are misleading.
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on Wednesday sought to evade a range of questions from senators on issues such as the impact of AI on inflation, what contacts he has had with President Donald Trump, and how the central bank will determine the persist...
The Trump Administration followed through on its pledge to rework and reinstall panels about slavery at the site of President George Washington’s home in Philadelphia
"Overnight, under the cover of darkness, the federal government removed panels at the President's House that told a thorough history of Philadelphia," Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker said.
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In CAZ285...Fire weather zone 285. In ORZ624... southeastern portions of fire weather zone 624. * WIND...Southwest 12 to 17 mph with gusts 25 to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
A Florida man pleaded guilty today to charges related to two incidents where he strangled his wife, lying to the FBI about the events, and lying about a prior arrest for a domestic violence battery in 2020.
One Dallas food bank says demand for food assistance has surpassed what was seen during the financial crisis and the pandemic, a Federal Reserve survey has found.
“‘The Odyssey’ is an epic of grand proportions in which I get to play two iconic queens, so we wanted the outfits to encapsulate strength,” says Lupita Nyong’o.
Enid Pearson and Florence LaRiviere have spent more than sixty years as each other’s most reliable co-conspirators, though neither can quite remember how they met.
Enid Pearson and Florence LaRiviere have spent more than sixty years as each other’s most reliable co-conspirators, though neither can quite remember how they met.
Enid Pearson and Florence LaRiviere have spent more than sixty years as each other’s most reliable co-conspirators, though neither can quite remember how they met.
Enid Pearson and Florence LaRiviere have spent more than sixty years as each other’s most reliable co-conspirators, though neither can quite remember how they met.
John Harold Rogers, 64, a former senior adviser for the Federal Reserve Board of Governors (FRB), was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 38 months in federal prison in connection with making false statements to federal investigators about sharing restricted Federal Reserve information with Chinese intelligence operatives.
Depop’s trend spokesperson chatted with WWD about the intersection of sports and fashion, what sports stars she has her eye on and the latest trends in the secondhand market for sportswear.
George Santos has worn many hats: Serial swindler, congressman, expelled congressman, federal prison inmate, clemency recipient, podcast host, online betting influencer under investigation by the federal government
Epic Games and Google have just jointly withdrawn their attempt to retroactively settle the lawsuit that's changing how Android app stores work in the United States - and that means Google will be forced to carry rival app stores inside of its own. In fact, Google tells the court, it's ready to begin carrying third-party […] Epic Games and Google have just jointly withdrawn their attempt to retroactively settle the lawsuit that's changing how Android app stores work in the United States - and that means Google will be forced to carry rival app stores inside of its own. In fact, Google tells the court, it's ready to begin carrying third-party app stores on Wednesday, July 22nd. Does that mean it's time for Microsoft to launch an Xbox game store on Android ? In October 2024, Judge James Donato originally agreed that forcing Google to carry rival Android app stores within its own Goog
Common Sense Media found that across more than 2,600 test interactions, Google's two built-in AI search functions routinely failed to recognize risky and harmful behavior.
Like many people, I grew up watching television shows about the law. For a long time, courtroom dramas were my first introduction to the justice system. Even now, I still find myself drawn to legal shows, podcasts, social media clips and YouTube videos that try to explain the law in simple ways. But after graduate... The post Gutiérrez: Legal literacy in Santa Clara County should not begin in a crisis appeared first on San José Spotlight .
With storage and memory prices still at an all-time high, we’re happy to tell you about a solid deal on a good laptop when we find one, rare as they are. Best Buy is selling the HP OmniBook X Flip 2 in 1 for $999.99 (usually $1,649.99) with an Intel Core 7 Ultra CPU, 16GB […] HP’s convertible OmniBook has a great feature set for the price. | Image: HP With storage and memory prices still at an all-time high, we’re happy to tell you about a solid deal on a good laptop when we find one, rare as they are. Best Buy is selling the HP OmniBook X Flip 2 in 1 for $999.99 (usually $1,649.99) with an Intel Core 7 Ultra CPU, 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, and a 1TB SSD. The star of the show is the 1920 x 1200 OLED touchscreen, an uncommon perk at this price point. It will display deeper black levels and have faster response times than screens in other similarly-priced models. Also, it has a 360-degr
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 102 expected. * WHERE...Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...From 10 AM to 10 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.
* WHAT...High temperatures ranging from 102 to 108 expected. Overnight lows will only drop into the mid to upper 70s. * WHERE...Across the Central and Southern San Joaquin Valley and adjacent lower foothills * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* WHAT...Warm and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures in the upper 60s. High temperatures near 80 at the beaches to near 90 further inland expected. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas and San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 104. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
* WHAT...Warm and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures in the upper 60s. High temperatures near 80 at the beaches to near 90 further inland expected. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas and San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
* WHAT...High temperatures ranging from 102 to 107 expected. Overnight lows will only drop into the mid to upper 70s. * WHERE...Across the Central and Southern San Joaquin Valley and adjacent lower foothills * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* WHAT...Warm and humid conditions with elevated overnight temperatures in the upper 60s. High temperatures near 80 at the beaches to near 90 further inland expected. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas and San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
* WHAT...High temperatures ranging from 102 to 107 expected. Overnight lows will only drop into the mid to upper 70s. * WHERE...Across the Central and Southern San Joaquin Valley and adjacent lower foothills * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 104. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Many influencers and proponents of Robert F. Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" movement tout testosterone as a way to look younger, build muscle and stay mentally sharp — although those uses aren't accepted by most medical experts.
The Home Depot is once again upgrading its 12-foot-tall skeleton to help keep the viral piece of Halloween decor popular as spooky season creeps closer. Skelly is borrowing some of the tech introduced in the smaller 6.5-foot Ultra Skelly last year, including letting you speak through the skeleton's moving mouth using a mobile app. The […] Skelly returns for 2026 with some new capabilities. | Image: Home Depot The Home Depot is once again upgrading its 12-foot-tall skeleton to help keep the viral piece of Halloween decor popular as spooky season creeps closer. Skelly is borrowing some of the tech introduced in the smaller 6.5-foot Ultra Skelly last year, including letting you speak through the skeleton's moving mouth using a mobile app. The new version of Skelly will be available online starting tomorrow for $379 and in Home Depot's stores later this summer, along with a new collect
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at the Billboard 200-topping sequel set, and how the Queen of Pop pulled off her best numbers in over a decade for its first week.
On this week's Trending Up, Jay's pair of classic albums see major gains with his showcase concerts in his hometown, while "Wonderwall" threatens a Hot 100 re-entry and more.
Trump wrote that "we must be strong, tough and smart and we CANNOT give up one of ICE's most important and effective Crime Fighting tools, THE TRAFFIC STOP!"
Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer star in a rollicking action comedy series on Prime Video, while Anya Taylor-Joy stars in an adaptation on Apple TV that leans into violence.
In a bid to stave off new tariffs and clear a pathway to the finish line on a long-awaited trade deal with the U.S., India has introduced new legislation formally banning goods made with forced labor.
Winning a restraining order will be a crucial test for California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta and his group. Some observers see the states' efforts as an uphill climb because the U.S. Justice Department last month approved the merger.
Satterwhite called the grants "a necessary bridge" for artists like him, who are often left unable to support themselves while they go through treatment and recovery.
Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir, "Promise Me, America," which he says will touch upon everything from the economy to his decision to drop his bid for reelection.
Over the last four weeks, the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs (OJP) has finalized more than three times the number of Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) Program death claim determinations in comparison to the previous nine-month period providing over $96 million in benefits to eligible surviving families of fallen public safety officers.
KAISER PERMANENTE NURSES who answer advice and triage calls say their duty of care for patients is being increasingly threatened by workplace surveillance. Seven current and former nurses told CalMatters that those who spend more than 15 minutes on a call with a patient routinely face criticism from Kaiser management or get called into performance […] The post Kaiser nurses say AI, workplace surveillance are making their jobs and patient care worse appeared first on Local News Matters .
Kevin Hart will get down to the cold hard truth in his ice-bath interview show “Cold as Balls,” six new episodes of which are coming to Netflix later this summer. The new interviews will be filmed live at Fanatics Fest in New York this week. Hart’s guests include Serena Williams, Rob Gronkowski, Cooper Flagg, Sean […]
A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction blocking an important California law from going into effect. SB 343 aimed to ensure that packaging does not feature recycling symbols like the chasing arrows unless it is actually being recycled.
The LAPD halted its relationship with Flock Safety last week over concerns about how the company stores and shares data collected from automated license plate readers, but officials said Tuesday they are negotiating a new deal with more safeguards in place.
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La Universidad de California seguirá evaluando el papel del SAT en la admisión de estudiantes de pregrado, a pesar de que los medios de comunicación han informado de que el prestigioso sistema universitario […]
Un número creciente de profesores está presionando a la Universidad de California para que restablezca el SAT para la admisión a los programas de pregrado, que la Junta de Regentes eliminó del proceso de admisión en 2020.
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La Universidad de California seguirá evaluando el papel del SAT en la admisión de estudiantes de pregrado, a pesar de que los medios de comunicación han informado de que el prestigioso sistema universitario […]
Las Lomitas Elementary School District has a vacancy to fill. Board member Paige Winikoff said she’ll resign on July 15 because she’s moving out of the district.
Will growth in the US and South Korea offset the impact of the conflict in the Middle East and the weak market in China? Analysts weigh in with their predictions.
The left-leaning cable news channel will hold its largest community event yet in Arlington in September, as it preps its membership offering for later this summer.
You wouldn’t think MS NOW has a deep pocket of fans deep in the heart of Texas, but the cable-news network is going there anyway. The Versant Media backed news outlet will on September 26 offer a full day of discussions and panels featuring many of its best known personalities at an event called “MS […]
To properly anoint her history-making new album Confessions II—which saw her become the first artist to have number ones in four different decades—Madonna and her collaborators took over the Knockdown Center for a cardio-heavy five-hour set on Saturday into Sunday.
A man died Tuesday after police said he was struck by a pickup truck while trying to stop its driver from fleeing a hit-and-run crash on Woodside Road.
A man died Tuesday after police said he was struck by a pickup truck while trying to stop its driver from fleeing a hit-and-run crash on Woodside Road.
Digital insurer Lemonade has expanded availability of its renters insurance into Vermont and Maine. They become the 43rd and 44th states where Lemonade offers renters insurance. Lemonade lets renters use an app to obtain quotes, purchase policies, update existing policies, …
One year after the tragic fire at Gabriel House in Fall River claimed the lives of 10 residents and injured dozens more, Massachusetts has finalized a set of new safety regulations to better protect those living in assisted living residences …
“Plastic Beauty,” Netflix’s upcoming Japanese drama set inside the country’s fast-growing cosmetic surgery industry, will premiere Sept. 17, the streamer announced alongside 23 additional cast members joining stars Mayu Matsuoka and Riisa Naka. Yuki Saito, who previously directed “Unmet: A Neurosurgeon’s Diary,” helms the series from a script by Junya Ikegami (“The Queen of Villains”). […]
Nevin will lead Merlin's engagement with independent trade associations and strategic partners worldwide as vice president, industry relations, a new role.
De Lucchi, a protagonist of 1970s-era design movements like Memphis and Studio Alchimia, will also take over as director of the museum's permanent design installation Museo del Design.
'Love Island' marked Kalshi's largest TV market to date, with over $77 million in trading. With more success in its culture markets, the overall percentage of female traders on the prediction market platform has doubled in the last year.
The number of confirmed cases of Ebola in Congo has reached 2,011, including 754 deaths, making it the the fastest-growing outbreak on record, authorities say.
The City of Mountain View is warning the public about a phishing scam targeting people involved in planning, building and development projects. City officials said Monday that scammers are sending fraudulent emails requesting wire transfers for planning-related fees. According to officials, the emails have been sent from the address community.development-mountainview.gov@usa.com, which is not affiliated with […] The post Mountain View warns of phishing scam targeting planning project applicants appeared first on Local News Matters .
The licensing agreement will bring Kate Spade’s playful design vocabulary — from scalloped edges to its signature spade motifs — to a new collection of watches launching in spring 2027.
David Finckel and Wu Han found the right time to present a Music@Menlo program that revisits their more than two-decade tenure as the Atherton chamber music festival’s artistic directors. “This idea of looking back and sampling past thematic ideas, past summers, has been around for quite a while,” Finckel says. “When we decided we should pass the festival on to new leadership, the idea of this […] The post Music@Menlo directors David Finckel, Wu Han reflect on past, look to future appeared first on Local News Matters .
NFP, an Aon company and leading property and casualty (P&C) broker and benefits consultant, today announced the acquisition of Total Benefits Advisors, a Cleveland, Ohio-based advisory firm specializing in retirement services and employee benefits solutions for business owners and wealth …
A housing watchdog group has filed a complaint against Greystar, the nation's largest corporate landlord, accusing the company of 53 instances of Section 8 discrimination in California.
For a decade, the National Youth Poet Laureate program has honored some of the country's top young writers who are using their work to inspire social change. Fred de Sam Lazaro recently sat down with the 2026-2027 laureate in his hometown of Cedar Falls, Iowa. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
Netflix just can't let Stranger Things go. Since the final episode aired on New Year's Eve there's been a behind-the-scenes documentary, an animated series that expands the story, and now, on the 10th anniversary of the show's original release, Netflix has released a new version of the show's first season. The episodes have all been […] Netflix just can't let Stranger Things go. Since the final episode aired on New Year's Eve there's been a behind-the-scenes documentary , an animated series that expands the story , and now, on the 10th anniversary of the show's original release , Netflix has released a new version of the show's first season. The episodes have all been rendered through a VHS-style filter to make it feel like a true product of the '80s, and it's surprisingly convincing - if you're looking to re-watch the show from the beginning, this might be the best way to do it. N
A Nevada woman was sentenced today to 18 months in prison for conspiring to defraud the United States by filing false COVID-19 employment tax credits. The government recommended a sentence of 40 months’ imprisonment.
CALIFORNIA HAS PASSED a law to ensure that its K-12 students will be taught by humans and not artificial intelligence. Assembly Bill 2148, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on June 30, amended the California education code to make clear that school staff and contractors in public schools are to be “natural people.” Initially the bill proposed […] The post New California law ensures K-12 students are being taught by humans rather than AI appeared first on Local News Matters .
University Place, a courtyard surrounded by the Four Seasons Hotel, is slated for a new coffee shop. Developers hope it will attract more office tenants.
In our news wrap Wednesday, President Trump overturned the temporary pause on ICE traffic stops that was issued after two deadly shootings within a week, the U.S. launched multiple waves of new strikes against Iran, and heavy smoke from several wildfires burning in Canada and Minnesota is causing unhealthy air for millions of people across the Midwest and Northeastern U.S.
Nine criminal aliens from Venezuela have pleaded guilty to human trafficking, alien smuggling, and money laundering charges related to a sex trafficking ring operated in several motels in Nashville, Tennessee.
As of 21 June 2026, a Level 1 Expulsion has been imposed on IEEE Member Dr. Fei-Yue Wang, former editor-in-chief of the IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Vehicles . In accordance with IEEE Bylaw I-110.5(D)(i), Dr. Wang is no longer a member of IEEE, and is permanently banned from any type of membership in any IEEE organizational unit or participation in any IEEE activity. The Board of Directors also determined this notice to IEEE membership should be made.
The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners has unanimously elected Stephanie Dominguez Walton as board president, giving new leadership to a port that supports more than 98,000 regional jobs and $174 billion in annual economic activity. The port oversees the Oakland Seaport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, and nearly 20 miles of waterfront, including Jack London […] The post Oakland port commissioners unanimously elect Stephanie Dominguez Walton president appeared first on Local News Matters .
All of the best-known storm forecasting services have predicted a mild 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. That includes Colorado State University, which last week revised its outlook to “well below normal” with just nine named storms, four hurricanes, and only one …
OpenAI said on Tuesday that it’s “not aware of any evidence” that an Apple Inc. lawsuit alleging trade-secret theft has merit. The latest remarks come four days after Apple filed the suit, which claimed that OpenAI took proprietary technology to …
OpenAI is finally releasing some hardware. No, it isn't the mysterious AI-powered device the company is developing with former Apple designer Jony Ive, a project already tangled up in a messy lawsuit. Instead, it's a product designed to be used with its coding platform, Codex. The device, a square-shaped block of buttons called Codex Micro, […] OpenAI is finally releasing some hardware. No, it isn't the mysterious AI-powered device the company is developing with former Apple designer Jony Ive , a project already tangled up in a messy lawsuit . Instead, it's a product designed to be used with its coding platform, Codex. The device, a square-shaped block of buttons called Codex Micro, is a collaboration between the AI company and keyboard maker Work Louder. OpenAI said it is a limited-run collaboration that will give users more ways to monitor and manage their agents. The pad closely
PG&E Corp. warned that power shutoffs will be required on Wednesday and Thursday in three California counties as dry conditions and gusty winds increase fire risks. PG&E is taking steps to preemptively shut off electricity to homes and businesses in …
PG&E is planning a Public Safety Power Shutoff in parts of southern Marin County as soon as Wednesday, including parts of Mill Valley, according to authorities. Marin County officials said they were told by PG&E that planned shutoffs could take place in portions of Mill Valley, Kentfield and San Anselmo by 2 p.m. Wednesday and […] The post PG&E community resource center to open in Mill Valley Wednesday for planned outage appeared first on Local News Matters .
PG&E is warning that proactive power shutoffs are likely in multiple counties in the Bay Area on Wednesday and Thursday because of a forecast of hot, dry and windy weather in the region.
Paramount has agreed to a request from 12 states to link their federal antitrust case to a pre-existing suit brought by Paramount+ subscribers. The move means that the states’ challenge to the $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery will likely end up before Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin, a Biden appointee who is already handling the […]
Shares of PayPal, the struggling payments processor, were having their best day ever on Wednesday, after the release of a report that rival Stripe is teaming up with private-equity group Advent International on a bid.
A pedestrian was struck by three different vehicles in Long Beach, police said. None of the drivers stopped. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Everest Group Ltd., headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, appointed Craig Hanrahan as Global Distribution & Chief Commercial Officer, effective August 1, 2026. He will continue to report directly to Jim Williamson, Everest president and CEO, serving as a member of the …
Holmes Murphy announced that Jay Reavis has been named President of Holmes Murphy and HMA Group Holdings. This appointment reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to the power of its independence, leadership development, thoughtful succession planning, and positioning the organization for …
W.R. Berkley Corp., one of the largest commercial lines writers, has named Paul Stock president of its subsidiary, Carolina Casualty, a provider of coverage products for the transportation industry. Stock has been divisional president at Carolina Casualty since May 2025. …
Police Blotter: July 5, 2026- July 11, 2026 STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS July 5 - July 11, 2026 Weekly Arrests (Includes cite/released): 36 Homicide 0 Weekly Calls for Service: 1,947 Assault—Great Bodily Injury 10 Weekly Reports Taken: 85 Burglary— Non Residential 0 Weekly Complaints (against HPD) : 0 Burglary—Residential 2 Weekly Calls Received: 5,353 Theft 10 This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. &nbs
Police Blotter: June 28, 2026- July 4, 2026 STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS June 28 - July 4, 2026 Weekly Arrests (Includes cite/released): 43 Homicide 0 Weekly Calls for Service: 2,095 Assault—Great Bodily Injury 6 Weekly Reports Taken: 111 Burglary— Non Residential 3 Weekly Complaints (against HPD) : 3 Burglary—Residential 0 Weekly Calls Received: 5,300 Theft 19 This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. &nbs
Law enforcement agencies in the U.S. use AI-powered cameras to scan billions of vehicles each month, often without drivers ever realizing. Supporters say the technology is a tool for solving crimes. But critics warn it's creating a nationwide surveillance network, raising urgent questions about how much privacy Americans are willing to sacrifice in the name of safety. Paul Solman reports.
"Jurassic Park" actor Sam Neill expressed a simple wish for his legacy nearly a year before he died at age 78. He wanted to be remembered for his kindness.
An indictment was unsealed on Monday in the Eastern District of Texas charging a Texas man with various tax crimes related to the use, promotion, and sale of an abusive tax shelter. He was also charged with filing false retaliatory liens against federal officials.
Recent changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness should prompt borrowers to confirm that their repayment plan and loan type remain eligible for the relief.
R. Kelly has formally asked President Donald Trump to commute his 30-year sentence, according to court records made public this week by the Office of the Pardon Attorney. The request for commutation, as first reported by the Chicago Tribune, is listed as currently pending and is not asking Trump for a full pardon. It comes […]
...RED FLAG WARNING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING ACROSS THE INTERIOR MOUNTAINS OF LOS ANGELES, VENTURA, SANTA BARBARA COUNTIES, AS WELL AS SOUTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY FOR HOT, DRY, AND GUSTY CONDITIONS... .Gusty northwest to north winds, hot temperatures, and low relative humidity will produce the potential for critical fire- weather conditions through early Thursday. * WINDS...Northwest to north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 30 to 50 mph, strongest in Sundowner wind prone areas of southern Santa Barbara County. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...10 to 25 percent. * IMPACTS...If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for extreme fire behavior, rapid fire growth, and long range spotting, which could threaten life and property. The hot air mass will also contribute to the potential for significant vertical plume growth.
The Redwood City City Council voted unanimously Monday to abide by regulations in a state law that went into effect July 1 to increase housing around major transit hubs in California.
A new report from human rights advocates says 90% of detainees interviewed at a sprawling ICE facility in Texas say they were either beaten by guards or witnessed others being beaten
The 84-page report issued jointly Wednesday by Human Rights Watch and the American Civil Liberties Union says men and women held at Camp East Montana, located at the U.S. Army's Fort Bliss in El Paso, recounted being denied necessary medical care, forced to live in filthy conditions and fed inedible meals.
Local playwright Geetha Reddy’s latest world premiere, “The Employee Dharma Handbook,” now at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley in Palo Alto, is terrifically entertaining: funny, if at times confusing; utterly of the moment.  In a Bay Area aerospace company with its large contingent of Indian engineers (Wikipedia says the Bay Area is home to the highest concentration of Indian tech professionals anywhere in […] The post Review: TheatreWorks’ ‘Employee Dharma Handbook’ entertains, enlightens appeared first on Local News Matters .
Prominent Colombian shingle Rhayuela, known for such memorable pics as Cannes 2015 Un Certain Regard title “Alias María,” “El Páramo” and “Rebellion,” is shuffling its leadership although its six original partners remain on board. Among them, Federico Duran has formed his own company, El Sol Ermitaño, but retains a stake in the 30-plus year old […]
Roblox will be shutting down Roblox Connect, its video calling service introduced in 2023. Roblox Connect let you video chat with other people using your Roblox avatar, which would be able to mimic the movements you were making in real life. You could also run around with people on the call in a shared virtual […] Roblox will be shutting down Roblox Connect, its video calling service introduced in 2023. Roblox Connect let you video chat with other people using your Roblox avatar, which would be able to mimic the movements you were making in real life. You could also run around with people on the call in a shared virtual environment. But in a statement, the company says that users 13 and older "predominantly" chat via the platform's party voice chat functionality for calls. "Roblox Connect is being discontinued today, including both the developer-facing APIs and the Roblox Connect f
Russia and Ukraine stepped up their battle over the Black Sea and key trade routes on Wednesday, with Moscow killing three people in an attack on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa and Kyiv’s drone forces striking Russian shipping. Odesa …
The Japanese auteur's epic exploration of life, death and the failures of capitalism — which topped many critics' best-of lists at Cannes this year — opens exclusively in U.S. theaters via Neon on Nov. 25.
Neon has set a Nov. 25 theatrical release date for “All of a Sudden,” the latest film from writer-director Ryusuke Hamaguchi. The film premiered in competition earlier this year at the Cannes Film Festival, where stars Virginie Efira and Okamoto Tao shared the prize for best actress. Efira will separately receive the Leopard Club Award […]
The San Francisco Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam in which callers posing as sheriff’s deputies tell families they can secure the early release of an incarcerated loved one in exchange for payment. Authorities said Friday that scammers would claim inmates qualify for an early release program because of jail overcrowding and demand […] The post SF Sheriff’s Office warns of scam targeting families of jail inmates appeared first on Local News Matters .
San Francisco may become the first city in the Bay Area to license cannabis cafes that will allow consumers to enjoy food, beverages and live entertainment while they smoke and vape onsite. The final passage of the ordinance at Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting came after about a year of haggling by the local measure’s […] The post SF supes give final OK to cannabis cafes to offer food, drinks and entertainment appeared first on Local News Matters .
SK Hynix led a broad rally in Asian technology shares on Wednesday, tracking a rebound in U.S. semiconductor shares after a sharp selloff earlier this week.
Samsung has unveiled a new flexible display technology for foldable phones that's designed to be slimmer, more durable, and less prone to creasing. The Flex Titanium tech is the culmination of everything that the company has learned over seven generations of foldables, according to Samsung, and will debut with the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 […] Samsung’s current generation of foldables (including the pictured Galaxy Z Fold 7) still struggle with display creasing. | Photo: Allison Johnson / The Verge Samsung has unveiled a new flexible display technology for foldable phones that's designed to be slimmer, more durable, and less prone to creasing. The Flex Titanium tech is the culmination of everything that the company has learned over seven generations of foldables, according to Samsung, and will debut with the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra . And since Samsung Disp
A San Jose State University graduate student was arrested and federally charged after authorities say he left a racist and threatening note in a campus restroom, an incident that disrupted classes and spread fear throughout the campus community. Prosecutors allege he left the note in October containing a threat and hateful statements directed at Muslims, Asians and Jews.
The San Pablo City Council has placed a citizen initiative about rent control onto the November ballot after adding language to the ballot question about what the measure would cost the city. Last month, the City Council confirmed that organizers had collected enough signatures to qualify the measure for the Nov. 3 ballot. The proposal […] The post San Pablo City Council adds rent control initiative to November ballot appeared first on Local News Matters .
The U.S. Coast Guard said it would search for the missing three boaters throughout the night, after the boat carrying 20 individuals sank off the coast of Alcatraz Island.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for testimony on his nomination to serve permanently in the role. Blanche faced questions about his record as President Trump's personal lawyer, the fate of a proposed settlement fund for people who claim they were targeted by the DOJ and his handling of the Epstein files. Justice correspondent Ali Rogan reports.
New Zealands’s Black Mandala has acquired five horror features for its international sales slate: “The Tree House,” “Babybacks,” “The Driftless,” “Saturnalia” and “The Shug,” spanning psychological terror, survival horror, Midwestern folklore, supernatural giallo and British creature horror. “The Tree House,” directed by Luis Calderón, is a Spanish slasher-thriller starring Goya Award nominee Sandra Escacena alongside […]
A new teaser for Google's upcoming Pixel 11 lineup reveals that the phones will feature some kind of glowing orb on the camera bar, as reported by 9to5Google. Google's store page for the Pixel 11 has a short video that shows the glowing, color-shifting orb to the one side of the camera bar. The store […] A new teaser for Google's upcoming Pixel 11 lineup reveals that the phones will feature some kind of glowing orb on the camera bar, as reported by 9to5Google . Google's store page for the Pixel 11 has a short video that shows the glowing, color-shifting orb to the one side of the camera bar. The store page doesn't share any more information about it, but perhaps the orb is the "Pixel Glow" light feature that has popped up in Android 17 betas . If I had to guess, the orb will likely have something to do with Google's Gemini AI. We probably won't have to wait too much longer to learn
The FIFA World Cup 2026 continues to break records on English-language U.S. TV. Tuesday’s match between Spain and France averaged 11.462 million viewers this Tuesday on Fox, making it the most-watched FIFA Men’s World Cup semifinals telecast in U.S. English-language TV history. That record-breaking audience watched watched Spain knock out France and move on to […]
Spotify founder Daniel Ek's body-scanning startup, Neko Health, is setting its sights on the United States after raising $700 million from a star-studded group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and investment firms. It plans to open its first clinic in New York this year before expanding rapidly across the country. Neko operates private clinics offering full-body scans […] Health startup Neko Health was founded by Hjalmar Nilsonne, left, and Daniel Ek, right. | Image: Neko Health Spotify founder Daniel Ek's body-scanning startup, Neko Health, is setting its sights on the United States after raising $700 million from a star-studded group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and investment firms. It plans to open its first clinic in New York this year before expanding rapidly across the country. Neko operates private clinics offering full-body scans and blood tests using AI and custom-built m
SpaceX's latest residential dish - the Starlink V5 - is now available in "select areas." It's notably smaller and lighter than the V4 dish with improved power efficiency. It'll be available in more places as SpaceX ramps up production to meet global demand. The company notes that Starlink V5 is not intended for in-motion use […] The smaller Starlink V5 (right) next to the larger V4 dish. | Image: SpaceX SpaceX's latest residential dish - the Starlink V5 - is now available in "select areas." It's notably smaller and lighter than the V4 dish with improved power efficiency. It'll be available in more places as SpaceX ramps up production to meet global demand. The company notes that Starlink V5 is not intended for in-motion use - for that you'll have to wait for the revamped Starlink Mini teased alongside the V5 last month. The next generation Starlink Kit is designed to deliver reliab
Starmer, who leaves office next week, bid farewell to the boisterous weekly Prime Minister's Questions sessions where he has traded barbs with opposition politicians and defended his government's record.
Santa Clara County is set to see a surge of investment in helping its hungriest residents obtain food thanks to millions of dollars from the state. California lawmakers passed a budget that provides $108 million for the CalFood program to allow food banks to purchase, transport and store produce. The budget also commits $20 million... The post State commits millions of dollars to fight food insecurity appeared first on San José Spotlight .
In a windfall for Mountain View, the California Department of Housing and Community Development recently awarded the city $50 million to support an affordable housing project and transportation improvements on Middlefield Road. The City Council authorized the city manager to accept the award last month with the bulk of the funding, $35 million, slated to... The post State gives Mountain View $50M for housing, transit projects appeared first on San José Spotlight .
City officials this week said that state legislation makes it difficult for Oakland to contest the proposed senior housing development at the current site of the Rockridge Trader Joe’s. The statement came Monday during a town hall at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, where hundreds of community members gathered to discuss the […] The post State laws may make Oakland’s Rockridge Trader Joe’s housing project hard to stop appeared first on Local News Matters .
Already large clinical trials are testing if certain drugs could prevent or at least delay the disease - and if any of those pan out, doctors will need an easy way to tell who should try them.
Several New York Times reporters were subpoenaed to appear before a federal grand jury after the paper published stories raising security concerns about the new Air Force One. White House correspondent Liz Landers discusses questions the case is raising about freedom of the press with Will Creeley.
UCLA’S School of Theater, Film and Television and the Sundance Institute have set a collaboration to develop the next generation of filmmakers and storytellers. The five-year agreement is targeted to begin in September. The pact combines UCLA’s academic resources with Sundance Institute’s experience and Sundance Collab’s international community of more than 130,000 artists across 177 […]
Suno data obtained in a hacking incident has exposed that the AI music generator was trained by scraping millions of songs and lyrics from online audio platforms, including YouTube Music, Deezer, and Genius, 404 Media reports. Given that Suno has avoided revealing what's in its training datasets and how they were acquired, this a rare […] So when is fair use actually just stealing? | Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photo from Getty Images Suno data obtained in a hacking incident has exposed that the AI music generator was trained by scraping millions of songs and lyrics from online audio platforms, including YouTube Music, Deezer, and Genius, 404 Media reports. Given that Suno has avoided revealing what's in its training datasets and how they were acquired, this a rare glimpse into what Suno has actually been taking from online platforms. That's relevant because Suno has been the subje
The Swatch x Audemars Piguet pocket watch is arguably the most sought-after collaboration of the year. Swatch Group CEO Nick Hayek sits down exclusively with Vogue Business to unpack the buzzy but controversial rollout of the Royal Pop.
From soaring up the charts to headlining London’s hot-ticket festival, Tems has helped put Afrobeats on the global map. She talks fashion—and fame—with Riann Phillip.
Slow-moving storms are drenching much of central Texas this week as a disturbance in the upper atmosphere collides with summer humidity to produce heavy rains. Flood alerts cover much of central Texas, including San Antonio, Austin and the Houston suburbs. …
Heavy downpours in South Texas washed out highways and stranded motorists Tuesday as forecasters warned that a threat of more severe weather could bring dangerous flooding to already drenched counties near the border with Mexico
While the bandana kerchief is well on its way to becoming summer’s predominant trend, it won’t die in 2026—it carries a rich significance spanning hundreds of years.
There's nothing like watching sports on the best big screen TVs that let you keep up on the action in stunning, stutter-free 4K Ultra HD picture quality.
Imax CEO Richard Gelfond has no illusions about his newfound popularity. People are calling his phone and cozying up to him like he could have gotten them inside Taylor Swift’s wedding at Madison Square Garden. But no, what they really want is a golden ticket to a preview of “The Odyssey,” Christopher Nolan’s epic that […]
ELIZA is remembered as the world’s first AI star, a kindly therapist in chatbot form that gently probed users’ worries. Even its creator, Joseph Weizenbaum, was surprised by the warm reception given to his experiment in human-machine interaction. For some, it heralded an age of automated psychotherapy, while others believed the program demonstrated sentience, a fallacy soon known as the “ ELIZA effect .” Based on published descriptions, ELIZA has been implemented on many different computers, but only recently has the actual source code been unearthed from MIT’s archives . In Inventing ELIZA: How the First Chatbot Shaped the Future of AI , just published by MIT Press , a squad of researchers analyze the code and reveal a complex program capable of much more than faking psychiatry. In fact, it could assume several different personas. The authors have also created a faithful emulation of th
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is confronting questions about his brief but turbulent tenure atop the Justice Department during a Senate confirmation hearing that will test President Donald Trump’s grip on Republican lawmakers whose support the n...
President Donald Trump says Immigration and Customs Enforcement should continue traffic stops after two deadly shootings within a week, seeming to contradict a new policy to halt them
Motorola has launched the Edge 70 Max, its latest flagship phone that's designed for power intensive tasks like streaming video and mobile gaming. Alongside having a huge battery and rapid wired charging support, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is the first Android phone to support full 25W wireless Qi2 charging since Google launched the Pixel […] Motorola has launched the Edge 70 Max , its latest flagship phone that's designed for power intensive tasks like streaming video and mobile gaming. Alongside having a huge battery and rapid wired charging support, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is the first Android phone to support full 25W wireless Qi2 charging since Google launched the Pixel 10 Pro XL last year. Other Qi2-supported Android models, including the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and the HMD Skyline are capped at 15W for magnetic wireless charging. The Edge 70 Max also has a
The video game industry is in turmoil. Microsoft and Sony are starting to pivot to their next consoles, but it's not looking great: Prices are soaring, Sony is killing the video game disc, and Microsoft is jettisoning studios ahead of the transition. What could entice people to pay? On the Xbox front, we genuinely can't […] The PlayStation Portal — not a new PS6. | Photo by Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge The video game industry is in turmoil. Microsoft and Sony are starting to pivot to their next consoles, but it's not looking great: Prices are soaring , Sony is killing the video game disc , and Microsoft is jettisoning studios ahead of the transition. What could entice people to pay? On the Xbox front, we genuinely can't say . But on June 5th, Sony dropped an unusual number of hints about the future of PlayStation in an investor "business meeting" Q&A . This Q&A arriv
Do ultrasonic skin scrubbers really work? Experts say these help decongest pores without the harshness or trauma associated with physical scrubs or manual extractions.
At its peak, around 12 million people subscribed to World of Warcraft so that they could explore the realm of Azeroth together. The audience for PointlessQuest is quite a bit smaller. On launch day, the game hit a peak of 15 concurrent players… and no, that sentence isn't missing a word. Then again, basically everything […] At its peak, around 12 million people subscribed to World of Warcraft so that they could explore the realm of Azeroth together. The audience for PointlessQuest is quite a bit smaller. On launch day, the game hit a peak of 15 concurrent players… and no, that sentence isn't missing a word. Then again, basically everything about PointlessQuest is intentionally tiny. It's a game that was developed as a side project by designer Gareth Williams, and it's available on just about the least likely platform to house an MMO: the Playdate. Yet it has garnered a small group
The creative director and food artist Suea, who has a cult following across Instagram and Substack, shares the story behind her playful new fashion and lifestyle brand, Memory NYC.
Thousands of PG&E customers in and near the San Francisco Bay Area could be dealing with proactive power shutoffs this week because of a forecast of hot, dry and windy weather in the region, the utility announced Tuesday. PG&E implements what it calls Public Safety Power Shutoffs to power down equipment in areas where there […] The post Thousands of PG&E customers warned of possible power shutoffs amid wildfire risk appeared first on Local News Matters .
Now that AI can do a lot of the work of junior programmers, Silicon Valley employers want engineers who can confidently direct it. For one experienced engineer, that shift was an opening.
The art installation on Washington D.C's National Mall by the anonymous Secret Handshake artist collective, congratulates Trump for his lack of concern for "measurable outcomes" in the Iran war, while comparing him to "children everywhere" who are awarded for simply participating.
Trump praised Lindell as "one of America's greatest and most hard working Patriots" and gave formal backing to a fellow election denier a day before the Republican president delivers a national address he says will focus on election security.
President Trump has overturned the temporary pause on ICE traffic stops, according to a source familiar with the discussion, allowing the traffic stops to resume.
Jay Clayton appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee for his confirmation hearing to become director of national intelligence. The job is largely focused on foreign threats and national security, but much of the hearing focused instead on the recent past. Nick Schifrin reports and discusses the hearing with Fred Fleitz, who had a 25 year career in the intelligence community.
A New York-based former employee of TD Bank, N.A. was sentenced today to 46 months in prison for facilitating a money laundering network’s movement of millions of dollars through TD Bank accounts. A second New York-based former employee of TD Bank, N.A. and another financial institution was sentenced yesterday to 24 months in prison for conspiring to commit wire fraud affecting a financial institution and making false bank entries or reports as a bank employee.
The final design for the commemorative coin, being released in the fall, was approved earlier this year by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members were appointed by Trump.
The UK has lagged behind many of its insurance market competitors in that it does not have a not have a tailored regime to allow the formation of captive insurers, which has led many corporations to establish their captives overseas, …
The best UPF clothing brands, like Halfdays, Hunza G, and Left on Friday, infuse tops, pants, and more with mess-free, long-lasting sun protection. Shop our top picks now.
The U.S. will formally bring together AI developers and essential services providers to share information on cybersecurity vulnerabilities identified by advanced AI systems and coordinate responses, according to a White House statement, fulfilling U.S. President Donald Trump’s order from June. …
Investors zero in on United’s potentially fatter jet-fuel bill — the airline said it expects nearly $6 billion in additional fuel expenses for the year.
United reported higher revenue for premium, corporate and no-frills basic economy tickets and higher revenue for both domestic and international trips.
Having choked off shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran is now signaling it could play its most dangerous card yet: using Yemen’s Houthi allies to shut the Bab el-Mandeb gateway to the Red Sea, opening a new front against …
The Vallejo Police Department is seeking community-based organizations to partner with its Domestic Violence Initiative, aimed at expanding services for victims and strengthening coordinated intervention efforts, the department announced. The department has issued a Request for Qualifications to identify organizations with experience in domestic violence advocacy, crisis intervention, victim support, and case management. Police said […] The post Vallejo police seek community partners to expand domestic violence initiative appeared first on Local News Matters .
Valve has been incredibly friendly to customers who need repairs - which is why it was so surprising to hear that Valve was already discontinuing the battery for the Steam Deck LCD handheld. It would have meant you could no longer just buy a battery from iFixit and install it yourself. Why would Valve stop […] The Steam Deck’s internals, including the L-shaped battery. Valve has been incredibly friendly to customers who need repairs - which is why it was so surprising to hear that Valve was already discontinuing the battery for the Steam Deck LCD handheld. It would have meant you could no longer just buy a battery from iFixit and install it yourself. Why would Valve stop stocking the most important replacement part just as people are starting to need it? Here is Valve's answer to The Verge , as of 5PM ET: "We just confirmed with iFixit that they plan to have batteries back in stock
The upcoming Netflix drama “The Roman” has added five new cast members, Variety has learned. The show, which is set in the world of Las Vegas casinos, has cast Vincent D’Onofrio (“Daredevil: Born Again,” “The Beauty”) and Kate Mara (“A Teacher,” “Imperfect Women”) in series regular roles. Clancy Brown (“I Will Find You,” “The Penguin”) […]
To celebrate creative director Michael Stewart’s debut haute couture collection, Vogue100 stepped through the iconic doors of Maxim’s for an evening that felt suspended in another era.
The nominee for attorney general acknowledged that his department made redaction mistakes and said dozens of lawyers were on call to quickly correct the errors.
Schwartz told the Senate health committee she "will never betray the science" and pledged to use "radical transparency" in a bid to rebuild public trust in the agency. But several senators questioned how she might handle pressure from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has repeatedly moved to alter U.S. vaccine and CDC policies.
Kathryn Ruemmler, the former top lawyer at Goldman Sachs who was White House counsel to President Barack Obama, said Wednesday in testimony to Congress that it "was a mistake to deal with" Jeffrey Epstein but insisted she never witnessed criminal activities.
There will be no turning back the clock if the House has its way. The House passed a bill Tuesday that would make daylight saving time permanent. Proponents, including the White House, argued the change would provide more daylight during the times that Americans are most active.
Step back into the magic. Selena Gomez, Gregg Sulkin and Jennifer Stone return for the finale season of "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place." Watch the trailer.
The investor has been sharply critical of the stock market, one that he says is increasingly defined by speculative trading as opposed to long-term investing.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche tried to assert his independence from President Donald Trump during his confirmation hearing Wednesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Whether you’ve secured tickets for the live match or plan host to a watch party, Vogue shares outfit inspiration for what to wear to watch the World Cup finals.
Congress took its biggest step yet toward ending the twice-yearly changing of the clocks. The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bipartisan bill now heads to the Senate, where a similar effort stalled several years ago. Geoff Bennett discussed the push to stop changing the clocks with Scott Yates of the Lock the Clock Alliance.
The final major championship of the 2026 golf season is here as the world’s best players head to Royal Birkdale in Southport, England, for the 154th playing of The Open Championship. Golf’s oldest major returns to one of its most historic venues, where players will compete for the coveted Claret Jug before the PGA Tour […]
As with consumer prices, the index benefited from easing energy costs, particularly as oil fell due to the brief pause in tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is expected to engulf large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week, exposing millions of people to dangerous air pollution
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 101. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, strongest in the foothills and mountains. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, until 4 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
On Saturday, July 11, a bicyclist was pronounced dead after a collision with a driver on Highway 35. The driver was traveling at a high rate and failed to navigate a curve in the road, according to California Highway Patrol officials.
On Saturday, July 11, a bicyclist was pronounced dead after a collision with a driver on Highway 35. The driver was traveling at a high rate and failed to navigate a curve in the road, according to California Highway Patrol officials.
Brian Robbins' Big Shot Pictures has acquired a stake in the franchise that last hit the big screen with 2015's 'Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip.'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon unveiled a $24 million package to bolster American shipbuilding, funding a new submarine facility at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
For one week, “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender” will screen in select movie theaters in Los Angeles and New York, Variety has learned exclusively. While the film is primarily a streaming release and will have its Paramount+ debut on July 25, it has also been set for an awards-qualifying theatrical run from July 24 to […]
The first look at “Kill Block,” the new “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4” game was released at Fanatics Fest. The multiplayer battleground game launches Oct. 23 and takes place at the West Bridge Advanced Military Training Facility, which features battleground reconfigurations before every match. The logline reads, “Welcome to the West Bridge Advanced Military […]
Comedian Alisha Dhillon and creator Quentin Lee, both alumni of the Canadian Screen Award-winning series “Comedy Invasion,” are reuniting to co-create the vertical series “Unleeshed,” set to broadcast worldwide on Asian American Movies (AAM.tv) for Thanksgiving 2026. Dhillon wrote and stars in the new series, which unfolds in the Los Angeles world of standup comedy […]
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This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Cuando Jason Zapata fue arrestado por supuestamente disparar al aire, lo metieron en una celda oscura y mal iluminada, con basura esparcida por el suelo y un teléfono público roto en la pared. […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Cuando Jason Zapata fue arrestado por supuestamente disparar al aire, lo metieron en una celda oscura y mal iluminada, con basura esparcida por el suelo y un teléfono público roto en la pared. […]
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Cuando Jason Zapata fue arrestado por supuestamente disparar al aire, lo metieron en una celda oscura y mal iluminada, con basura esparcida por el suelo y un teléfono público roto en la pared. […]
“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” has set its Season 18 premiere date at FX, FXX, and Hulu. The hit comedy series will be back starting Aug. 17 at 9 p.m. ET across the two linear channels and streaming service, with the show streaming on Disney+ internationally. Unlike the previous three seasons, Season 18 will consist […]
Following the ongoing “Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert,” Paramount has set a similar tour pegged to the 15th anniversary of “The Legend of Korra.” Produced in partnership with GEA Live and Senbla, “The Legend of Korra In Concert” will begin in January with two concurrent legs, touring across more than 20 cities in the […]
Reese Witherspoon executive produced this seven-episode series, adapted by Jonathan Tropper and featuring Timothy Olyphant, Annette Bening and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Queens,” the Season 1 finale of “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,” now streaming on Apple TV. At the moment we think that Paula Saunders has finally gotten her life together, things get sent reeling once more. Over the course of the first season of Apple TV’s “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,” Paula […]
“Superman” flew to the head of the pack with the sixth annual Critics Choice Super Awards, the Critics Choice Association’s celebration of the most popular, fan-favorite corners of film and television across the superhero, science fiction/fantasy, horror and action genres. James Gunn’s DC Studios tentpole led all films with six nominations, including best superhero movie. […]
Matt Reeves’ “The Batman Part II” is being delayed once again and will now open in theaters on Feb. 18, 2028. That release date is nearly six years after the March 2022 opening of “The Batman.” Reeves announced the new opening date on Vimeo accompanied by the first camera test footage of Robert Pattinson’s return […]
Christopher Nolan's epic starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland and more A-listers hits theaters on Friday and The Hollywood Reporter has compiled early reviews.
The Bravo series had already shot its full season and reunion, but resumed production to document the cast's reaction to the 'Vanderpump Rules' alum being papped looking cozy with Lori Krebs, he and his ex-wife's longtime publicist.
After a 49-foot vessel carrying 20 passengers began sinking near Alcatraz Island on Tuesday afternoon, San Francisco locals were among the first to arrive on the scene and took part in the lifesaving search and rescue mission.
“Toy Story” helped launch Pixar when it premiered in 1995. More than 30 years and four films later, the family franchise has become a revenue-generating juggernaut for the Walt Disney Company and the global economy. The series has added $51 billion in overall economic activity since its inception, according to a study that Disney commissioned […]
Disney revealed the trailer for the “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” four-part finale event.  All four episodes will premiere on Aug. 4 on Disney Channel. All episodes will be available on Disney+ on Aug. 5. The official synopsis reads: “Billie, still reeling from losing Alex at the end of Season 2, discovers that the only way […]