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Xavier Becerra announces run for California governor: "The California Dream is slipping away"
Another prominent Democrat has thrown his name into the 2026 race to succeed Gavin Newsom as California's governor.CBS News - 24m -
Silver Fire in California Prompts Evacuations
Efforts to battle the 1,250-acre fire in eastern California were complicated by strong winds, which were expected to continue through Monday.The New York Times - 2d -
Battle over trans athletes' participation in girls' sports comes to California Capitol
California lawmakers will consider two bills aimed at keeping transgender kids and teens off sports teams consistent with their gender identity.NBC News - 23h -
Bloom or bust? Superbloom spectacle eludes California after dry winter
Riot of native wildflowers that enthralled visitors in the past several years have failed to sprout due to too little rain. It’s one of the best known rites of spring in California : extraordinary ...The Guardian - 3d -
Chuck Todd says he'd be 'shocked' if Harris runs for California governor in 2026
Former “Meet the Press” moderator Chuck Todd said Sunday he’d be “shocked” if former Vice President Harris runs for California governor in two years. “I would be shocked if she does,” Todd told ...The Hill - 22h -
Former Biden HHS secretary Becerra launches bid for California governor
Former Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra on Wednesday launched a bid for California governor, joining a growing field of candidates looking to replace term-limited Gov. Gavin ...The Hill - 1h -
California wildfires left behind 9 billion pounds of toxic ash and debris | 60 Minutes
After the wildfires ravaged homes in Los Angeles, California, cleanup crews faced a new challenge: electric car batteries that can explode when damaged.CBS News - 2d -
Silver Fire breaks out in central California and explodes to over 1,000 acres in a day
A vegetation fire erupted in central California over the weekend, quickly spreading to over 1,000 acres in a day and prompting evacuations in multiple counties.NBC News - 2d -
Kim Delaney, "NYPD Blue" actress, will not face charges after arrest, DA says
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.CBS News - 17h -
USC continues to pursue one of California's best prospects
Winning the Kodi Greene recruiting battle would be a major achievement for USC football if the Trojans can pull it off.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Biden’s Health Secretary Joins the Governor’s Race in California
Xavier Becerra, the former secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, may face Kamala Harris in a potential Democratic showdown in their home state.The New York Times - 1h -
‘All These Points Matter’: Maple Leafs Separate Themselves In Atlantic Division Race With Win Over Ducks, Successful California Road Trip
The Toronto Maple Leafs capped off a successful California road trip with a 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday night. The club secured five of a possible six points, going 2-0-1 in three ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Why Are Dolphins and Sea Lions Washing Up Dead on Southern California Beaches?
In recent weeks, hundreds of sea lions, dolphins and other animals have turned up in the sand dead or seriously ill, alarming rescuers and beachgoers alike.The New York Times - 1d -
California wildfire threatening forest home of world’s oldest tree
Silver fire leading to fears about Methuselah, a nearly 5,000-year-old bristlecone pine in eastern part of state. Firefighters have managed to make “strong progress” containing a fire burning ...The Guardian - 20h -
Former aide skewers California House Dem in primary launch
Jake Rakov is running against his ex-boss, Rep. Brad Sherman, a 15-term incumbent representing Los Angeles' fire-ravaged Pacific Palisades.Politico - 3h -
Brazil's Lula to meet Putin and Xi amid global trade war fears
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will meet with Russia’s Vladimir Putin in Moscow and China’s Xi Jinping in Beijing, two important partners for the South American giant, in MayABC News - 1d -
'Please don’t kill me': 15-year-old girl attacked by sea lion in Southern California
A teenager was attacked by a sea lion in Long Beach while she was trying out to become a junior lifeguard cadet.NBC News - 15h -
Farmworkers march against ICE raids on César Chávez Day at historic Delano grape strike site
Around half of California's farmworkers lack legal immigration status, though United Farm Workers says the number is much higher.NBC News - 1d -
Athletics get new beginning in Sacramento, but get blown out by Cubs in home opener
The A's had all of the pomp and circumstance like every other home opener in their history, but nothing was quite like this in Sacramento, California.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
WATCH: ‘Bloody all over’: Teen attacked by aggressive sea lion
Phoebe Beltran, 15, was taking a swim test for the cadet lifeguard program in Long Beach, California, when she was attacked.ABC News - 3h -
The week's bestselling books, April 6
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, April 6, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - 2h -
As Lady Gaga announces Mayhem Ball tour, surf company says she lifted its Mayhem trademark
Lady Gaga's announcement of the Mayhem Ball tour comes a day after Mother Monster was sued by a California surf company that uses 'Mayhem' as its logo.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Book excerpt: "I Am Maria" by Maria Shriver
In her new memoir, the daughter of Kennedys, broadcast journalist and former first lady of California uses poetry to explore a woman in search of herself.CBS News - 3d -
3 arrested in alleged child abuse case after autistic teen spotted nude with hands bound
California authorities arrested three people last week after a teenage boy with autism was found naked with his hands bound at a grocery store.NBC News - 2d -
Oakland A’s Settle Into Sacramento as Just The A’s
The Athletics temporarily moved to California’s capital region, but insisted on avoiding references to Sacramento. Residents, who are thrilled to have M.L.B. games, are used to such slights.The New York Times - 2d -
Saints coach says training camp will return to Louisiana in 2025
New Orleans Saints coach Kellen Moore confirmed that training camp will return to Louisiana in 2025 after a one-year hiatus to Southern California.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Judge orders White House to restore legal aid to unaccompanied migrant children
The temporary restraining order is another setback in less than a week for Trump’s immigration crackdown. A federal judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily restore ...The Guardian - 3h -
Feb 26: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
President Trump says employees who did not answer DOGE email are "on the bubble"; California's urban forests provide sustainable solution for guitar maker.CBS News - 43m -
USC shakes off JuJu Watkins' absence and beats Kansas State 67-61 in March Madness
Kennedy Smith stepped into the void left by injured star JuJu Watkins, scoring 19 points to help Southern California hold off Kansas State 67-61 in the Sweet 16 of the women’s NCAA TournamentABC News - 3d -
LIVE Game Thread: Los Angeles Kings vs. San Jose Sharks
Game 73: The Los Angeles Kings (40-23-9) host the San Jose Sharks (20-43-9) to close out the season series with their Northern California rival.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
UNM track: Kipkurui breaks NCAA record at 10,000 meters
Mar. 30—Saturday evening in San Juan Capistrano, California, University of New Mexico freshman Ishmael Kipkurui ran the fastest 10,000 meters in NCAA history. Right behind him was UNM teammate ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
3/30/2025: Hostages; Voice of America; Left Behind
First, freed Israeli hostage Yarden Bibas speaks out. Then, a report on what Trump's silencing of Voice of America means for listeners worldwide. And, a look at California wildfires cleanup ...CBS News - 2d -
Larry Mantle's L.A.: The beloved radio host reflects on 40 years of 'AirTalk'
In the weeks leading up to the April 1 live anniversary taping of 'AirTalk' at Southern California Public Radio's Crawford Family Forum, Mantle and his producers are pulling favorite moments to ...Los Angeles Times - 1d -
2026 four-star DT Tomuhini Topui announces commitment to USC
USC's takeover of recruiting in Southern California continued Tuesday as the next piece of the puzzle fell into place for the Trojans. Lincoln Riley's program has turned its attention to heavily ...Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Mar 28: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET
Major law firm reaches deal with Trump administration, will fund causes in line with Trump priorities; California teen makes history by becoming the youngest person to pass the bar exam.CBS News - 17h -
Republicans Invoke Newsom in a Hearing on Transgender Sports
California Democrats rejected two Republican bills that would have banned transgender athletes from female sports. In a rare turn, Republicans tried to use the Democratic governor’s own words to ...The New York Times - 15h -
Man to plead guilty to attempting to kill Kavanaugh at home
A California man will plead guilty to attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh by showing up outside his home in 2022 with weapons, his lawyers said Wednesday. Lawyers for ...The Hill - 34m
