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Amid Destructive Wildfires, Police Arrest Man Trying to Start a Fire in Ventura

Police said the man was caught by a witness trying to set a fire in a parking lot in Ventura, about five miles east of the Mountain fire.

With Measure A, Los Angeles Voters Embrace a Bigger Response to Homelessness

The pressing demand for progress on homelessness in Los Angeles moved both forward and back this week, with voters freeing up billions of dollars to address the issue locally as elected officials lose a vital ally in Washington.

Column: America's Last Presidential Bellwether Ends Its Winning Streak

For nearly a quarter-century, voters in Clallam County, Wash., have gone with the winner in 11 straight presidential elections. The streak ended on Tuesday as voters favored Kamala Harris over Donald Trump.

San Francisco Police Make Inroads on Retail Crime, Announce More Shoplifting Arrests

San Francisco police officers arrested 20 people for allegedly shoplifting last month in coordinated operations, according the San Francisco Police Department.The first operation on Oct. 15 netted seven arrests for shoplifting more than $400 worth of goods from a store …

Newsom Convoca Una Sesión Especial Para Proteger a California De Trump

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Newsom Calls Special Session to ‘Trump-Proof’ California

Newsom wants the new Legislature to ‘protect’ California from Donald Trump on civil rights, reproductive freedom, climate action, and immigrant families. The session will start Dec. 2.

Newsom Calls Special Session to Fund California's Legal Defense Against Trump

Gov. Gavin Newsom called for the state Legislature to begin a special session in early December to increase legal funding for California to defend climate change, reproductive health and civil rights from former President Trump's conservative policy agenda.

Legion of Honor Marks 100th Anniversary Saturday With Day of Free Music and Dance

A cake cutting, a marching band and dance performances — all free — are scheduled to kick off the public celebration of San Francisco’s Legion of Honor’s 100th anniversary this Saturday.The event is the first of 12 months of free …

Calif. Search Team Rescues 'Exhausted and Ill-Prepared' Mount Whitney Hikers

"One subject had two blisters and a bad headache."

Emissions From Private Jets Are Skyrocketing. Monitoring Them Is About to Get Much Harder

A new study found private jet emissions jumped 46% in the last five years, with the U.S. as the main culprit.

Early Votes Show 2 Candidates in Clear Lead for Willits City Council, 2 Still in Tight Race

Three open seats on the Willits City Council have led to a competitive race. As of Wednesday morning, it’s clear that two former law enforcement officers are likely to win followed by one of the two schoolteachers on the ballot. …

Photos: Mountain Fire Fueled by Santa Ana Winds Destroys Dozens of Homes in Ventura County

The fire prompted evacuation orders for more than 10,000 people as it threatened structures in suburban communities and agricultural areas around Camarillo.

Incumbent Douglas Crane, Newcomer Heather Criss Leading in Ukiah City Council Race

Early votes are showing a tight lead for two Ukiah City Council seats. Incumbent Douglas Crane and political newcomer Heather Criss are leading the charge among six candidates, according to early results Wednesday morning.  Crane is holding his seat with …

Wind Gusts Could Reach 100 MPH in Some Spots as SoCal Faces Another Day of Dangerous Fire Weather

With a destructive fire burning out of control in Ventura County, Southern California faces another day of intense winds and dry conditions.

East Palo Alto Council Race Heats Up Amid High Voter Turnout, Close Contest

Hundreds of voters flocked to one of two voting centers in East Palo Alto on Tuesday while city council candidates made final efforts to reach voters up to the last minute before the polls closed at 8 p.m.Nine candidates are …

Early Results Show Katzeff, Finley Leading in Mendocino Coast Health Care Board Election

Unofficial election results show incumbent Paul Katzeff and registered nurse Laura Finley leading in the polls for two open seats on the Mendocino Coast Health Care District Board as of early Wednesday morning.  Finley is handily dominating the race with …

What Messages Did CA Voters Send

Voters fill out their ballots at a polling place at Fresno City College in Fresno on Nov. 5, 2024. Photo by Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters/CatchLight Local

Voters on Track to Reject Tax to Support Emergency Response in Albion-Little River

A ballot measure to authorize a special tax to support services provided by the Albion-Little River Fire Protection District appears to be rejected by voters according to unofficial results released by the county.  As of early Wednesday morning, 28.5% of …

El Plan De Deportación Propuesto Por Trump Genera Miedo Y Tristeza en La Frontera De California

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Trump’s Deportation Plan Brings Fear and Sadness at California’s Border

The president-elect’s border policies could hit trade, privacy, and immigrant families living in California.

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