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Mountain Fire in Ventura County Destroys Homes and Forces Thousands to Evacuate
The fast-moving Mountain fire forced thousands to evacuate and destroyed neighborhoods in the hilly communities of Ventura County. “We figured we were trapped,” one resident said.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Governor declares state of emergency due to wildfire in Southern California
A wildfire between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara has burned over 20,000 acres, damaging or destroying around 200 homes. California's governor has declared a state of emergency as thousands of ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Winds still driving Mountain Fire that's destroyed hundreds of homes in Southern California
Thousands of Californians have been forced to evacuate as the Mountain Fire continues to spread in Southern California. More than 20,000 acres have already been scorched. CBS News correspondent ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Mountain Fire only 7% contained as it wreaks destruction in California
Authorities are working to contain a massive wildfire in Southern California. The Mountain Fire has burned over 20,000 acres of land in Ventura County, around 65 miles northwest of Downtown Los ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
After California Mountain Fire, Residents Return to Find Homes Reduced to Rubble
The Mountain fire has torn through more than 20,000 acres and destroyed more than 130 structures in Ventura County. “It’s just devastating,” one resident said.Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Calmer winds help firefighters make progress against California's Mountain Fire
Calmer winds helped California firefighters battle the once out-of-control Mountain Fire on Friday as they continued to defend homes from the destructive blaze, officials said.Top stories - NBC News - 3 days ago -
Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly
After the Mountain fire ballooned to more than 20,000 acres in less than 24 hours, improving weather conditions helped crews contain more of the blaze on Saturday.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Police arrest naked man living in crawl space of Southern California home
Police arrested a naked man in the crawl space underneath the El Sereno, California, home of a 93-year-old woman Friday morning.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
California air regulators approve controversial standards that could affect gas prices
California regulators have approved plans to strengthen the state's carbon reduction standards — a move that opponents fear could drive up gasoline prices. The decision, which occurred following a ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
California voters reject measure to ban forced prison labor
Prop 6, which would have banned involuntary servitude in prisons, fails in blow to criminal justice reform advocates. California voters have rejected a ballot measure to prohibit forced prison ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
How two California men were united by patriotism and a weathered flag
A weathered American flag outside 66-year-old Napoleon Fuller's Menifee, California home connected him with a Vietnam veteran. That connection gave him a renewed sense of pride.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
Democrat defeats Republican Rep. Garcia in key California House race
Democrat George Whitesides is projected to defeat two-term Rep. Mike Garcia (R-Calif.), according to Decision Desk HQ. Whitesides, the former Virgin Galactic CEO who also served as NASA chief of ...Politics - The Hill - 17 hours ago -
Army, Navy ranked both ranked in AP poll for first time since 1960 as rival programs enjoy historic starts
The Black Knights and Midshipmen have ridden stellar offenses to 6-0 startsSports - CBS Sports - October 13 -
Joe Burrow's 47-yard touchdown run highlights Bengals victory over Giants
Bengals defeat Giants on roadTop stories - NBC News - October 14 -
How Tennessee built a historically-stingy defense that harkens back to championship teams of 25 years ago
No. 11 Tennessee ranks in the top 5 nationally in most defensive categories and is unexpectedly carrying the Vols as their offense struggles to score ahead of a showdown with No. 7 Alabama.Sports - CBS Sports - October 15 -
Desi Arnaz Historical Marker Celebrates the ‘I Love Lucy’ Star in Miami Beach
A new historical marker in Miami Beach pays tribute to his younger years, before Hollywood, when as a Cuban émigré he performed at a nightclub.Top stories - The New York Times - October 16 -
Historic Black Belt congressional district could elect first Republican since 1883
The district is home to the oldest town incorporated by freed African Americans.Politics - CBS News - October 15 -
White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf reportedly in discussions about selling team after historically bad season
The White Sox lost 121 games this year, which set the MLB record for most losses in a single season.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
While LeBron and Bronny prepare for their historic family pairing, the Lakers shrug off the critics
LeBron James and his 20-year-son, Bronny, are about to become the first father and son to play on the same NBA teamSports - ABC News - October 17 -
Historic bitcoin theft tied to Connecticut kidnapping, luxury cars, $500K bar bills
The kidnapping of a Connecticut couple has been linked to one of the biggest thefts of cryptocurrency from an individual in United States history.Business - CNBC - October 18 -
Historic bitcoin theft tied to Connecticut kidnapping, luxury cars, $500K bar bills
Two young men accused of committing one of the largest person-to-person crypto thefts in U.S. history went on a brazen spending spree that included buying exotic cars, a $2 million wristwatch, ...Top stories - NBC News - October 17 -
NHL Star Power Index: Evgeni Malkin hits historic milestone amid hot start, Sam Reinhart dominates early on
Rasmus Andersson has been one of the league's top defensemen thus farSports - CBS Sports - October 18 -
S.C. man sentenced to life in prison for murdering Black trans woman after historic verdict
A South Carolina man was sentenced to life in prison Thursday for the murder of Dime Doe, a Black transgender woman.Top stories - NBC News - October 18 -
Online bidding for Ohtani's historic 50-50 ball up to $1.8M as litigation for proceeds continues
The online auction for Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run ball has just four days remaining, with the highest bid now at $1.8 millionSports - ABC News - October 18 -
The WNBA’s historic 2024 season: How rookie stars like Caitlin Clark are helping the league grow
The women’s basketball league will start making an extra $140 million a year starting in 2025.Business - MarketWatch - October 21