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.
California Legislature Achieves Historic Gender Milestone with Nearly 50% Women Lawmakers
In a dramatic shift from decades past, women will soon hold 49% of seats in California's Legislature, with 59 female lawmakers taking office on December 2. This unprecedented level of representation marks a remarkable evolution from just 9% female representation in 1980, driven by term limits and growing momentum for women in leadership.
Northern California Storm Brings Record Rainfall, Heavy Snow, and Travel Disruptions
A powerful winter storm system has unleashed record-breaking rainfall and heavy snowfall across Northern California, forcing chain controls on I-80 and causing widespread flooding. The severe weather has already claimed lives and left thousands without power, with forecasters warning of another approaching system that could impact Thanksgiving travel.
Northern California Under Flood Watch as Powerful Atmospheric River Approaches
Multiple regions in Northern California are preparing for potential flooding as weather officials issue widespread flood watches ahead of an incoming atmospheric river. The weather system threatens to dump several inches of rain across the region, prompting emergency preparations and concerns over flash flooding and mudslides.
California's Legislative Marathon: 4,821 Bills, 1,017 Laws, and the Democratic Edge
In California's 2023-24 legislative session, lawmakers introduced 4,821 bills, with 1,017 signed into law. Democrats leveraged their supermajority, while Republicans found success in non-partisan issues, highlighting the complex dance of lawmaking in the Golden State.