California's Newsom Joins Republican Governors in Flag Gesture for Trump Inauguration
Governor Gavin Newsom will temporarily raise U.S. flags at California's Capitol during Trump's inauguration, aligning with Republican governors nationwide. The bipartisan move comes amid half-staff honors for former President Carter and California's pending federal aid requests.
California's Potential End to Daylight Saving Time: How It Would Reshape Daily Life
California's proposed switch to permanent standard time could dramatically alter daily schedules across the state. The change would bring extremely early summer sunrises, earlier evening darkness year-round, and require significant adjustments to residents' routines.
California's 2025 Budget Cuts: Major Changes Ahead for State Services
California faces significant budget challenges in 2025, with an 8% reduction in state agency funding and $12 billion being drawn from reserves to address a $56 billion shortfall. Key impacts include cuts to education, housing programs and government workforce reductions.
California's Next Governor: Term Limits End Newsom's Tenure as 2026 Race Takes Shape
Governor Gavin Newsom's second term will be his last due to California's constitutional term limits, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 election. Multiple high-profile Democrats have already announced their candidacy while others, including prominent Republicans, consider entering the race.
X Games Makes Historic Move to Sacramento, Leaving Southern California Behind
The premier extreme sports competition X Games is moving from Southern California to Sacramento's Cal Expo for the next three years starting August 2024. The relocation marks the event's return to Northern California after 24 years, featuring skateboarding, BMX and motocross competitions with over $1 million in prize money.
Sacramento's Unexpected Rise as America's Caviar Capital
Sacramento, California has become the epicenter of American caviar production, generating 80% of the nation's sturgeon roe. The recent merger of Sterling Caviar and Tsar Nicoulai marks a pivotal moment in sustainable aquaculture, with ambitious plans to triple production in the coming decade.
Rare Tornado Strikes California: Understanding the State's Surprising Twister History
A recent EF1 tornado in Scotts Valley highlights California's unexpected vulnerability to twisters, with an average of 11 tornadoes annually. The incident, alongside San Francisco's historic first tornado warning, demonstrates how these weather events can catch Golden State communities unprepared.
Security Threat Prompts Swift Evacuation of California State Capitol
California's state Capitol and nearby legislative buildings were evacuated following an emailed threat, triggering an immediate response from law enforcement. The California Highway Patrol conducted thorough searches while most legislators were away following special session activities.
Final House Race Settled: Democrat Gray Claims Narrow Victory in California's Central Valley
Democrat Adam Gray secures a razor-thin victory over Republican John Duarte by just 187 votes in California's 13th Congressional District. The win completes Democrats' strong showing in California House races while further narrowing Republicans' slim majority in Congress.
Tragic School Shooting in Northern California Leaves Two Students Wounded, Gunman Dead
A shooting at Feather River School of Seventh-Day Adventists near Palermo, California has left two students injured and the suspected shooter dead from a self-inflicted wound. Local authorities evacuated the small private school and reunited students with their parents while the investigation continues.