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Kansas Lawmakers Override Veto of Ban on Transition Care for Minors
Gov. Laura Kelly, a Democrat, had vetoed the bill, but the Republican-controlled Legislature overwhelmingly supported it, following the lead of other conservative states.The New York Times - 7h -
The US Government Is Not a Startup
Elon Musk and DOGE are moving fast and breaking things that can’t afford to be broken.Wired - Feb. 7 -
Upcoming California Super Bowls Confront Climate Risks
New Orleans’ Super Bowl has wrapped—the Philadelphia Eagles denied the Chiefs their third straight NFL title in a 40-22 win—and the NFL’s big game moves back out west, with the league’s next two ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10 -
California city passes controversial homeless camping ban
The ordinance, which allows the city to fine those who help the homeless and makes it illegal for homeless people to camp on public property, was approved in a 6-1 vote after more than two hours of ...The Hill - 6d -
California Storm Will Bring Flooding to Areas Burned by Wildfires
In Southern California, the flooding could be life-threatening in areas burned by wildfires.The New York Times - 6d -
California’s Problem Now Isn’t Fire—It’s Rain
Torrential rain is expected this week in Los Angeles, which risks producing flash flooding and landslides in areas stripped of vegetation by the recent wildfires.Wired - 6d -
Atmospheric river threatens parts of California scorched by wildfires
An atmospheric river could bring mudslides to parts of California ravaged by massive wildfires. CBS News' Carter Evans is monitoring the weather, and meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest ...CBS News - 5d -
Mudslides and floods in California from atmospheric river
There are flooding concerns near San Francisco and mudslides are being reported in Santa Cruz, California. CBS News Los Angeles' Rick Montanez reports, and meteorologist Jessica Burch has more on ...CBS News - 5d -
Southern California evacuations ordered due to flooding
Evacuations have been ordered in parts of Southern California due to an intense rainstorm that has triggered serious flooding. CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Marciano has more.CBS News - 4d -
Atmospheric river brings mudslides, flooding to Southern California
Areas already devastated by January's California wildfires are now dealing with an atmospheric river, dropping rain and snow. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.CBS News - 4d -
California crews clean up flooding and mudslides
Crews in Southern California are busy trying to clean up from the powerful atmospheric river that created mud flows and shut down the Pacific Coast Highway. Andrew Kozac has the forecast and Elise ...CBS News - 3d -
California’s Push for Electric Trucks Sputters Under Trump
The state will no longer require some truckers to shift away from diesel semis but hopes that subsidies can keep dreams of pollution-free big rigs alive.The New York Times - 1d -
Mobulas, an Aquatic Wonder of the Gulf of California, Are Disappearing
Conservationists are determined to protect the magnificent rays of the Pacific—whether that’s tracking them with acoustic tags or flying drones, or through exposing the black market for their meat ...Wired - 17h -
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Inside Elon Musk's government takeover
A tech-focused media outlet has become a premiere source for breaking news on Elon Musk, his inner circle and their efforts to reshape the federal government. Katie Drummond, global editorial ...CBS News - Feb. 7 -
A government worker's message for Elon Musk
Since taking office, President Trump and his advisor, Elon Musk, have worked to winnow the ranks of federal workers, enticing more than 2 million gov't employees to quit. But how will the public ...CBS News - 2d -
Trump is striking at the heart of American government
President Trump's second term has seen a significant shift towards executive overreach, with policies such as a federal hiring freeze, withdrawal from international aid, and funding freezes, which ...The Hill - 15h -
Radio host David Brancaccio reflects on losing his home in California wildfire
Southern Californians are working to recover from the devastating January wildfires. David Brancaccio, host of the economics news show "Marketplace Morning Report," was one of the thousands who ...CBS News - Feb. 7 -
‘It’s a gut punch’: how the California wildfires affected film and TV workers
Nearly 8,000 below-the-line Hollywood workers were in evacuation areas with over 300 losing their homes, a further blow to an industry already struggling. When Sandra French returned to her beloved ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
U.S. Marine from California among 4 killed in Philippines plane crash
Three defense contractors, who have not yet been identified, also died in the plane crash.CBS News - Feb. 9 -
A California Battery Plant Burned. Residents Have Gotten Sick, and Anxious.
Heavy metals detected in the soil have also created health implications for Monterey County’s agriculture industry, and the workers who pick the produce.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
Teen rescued after falling into Northern California mine shaft
A 15-year-old boy was rescued from a Northern California mine shaft, officials said Monday.CBS News - Feb. 10 -
Strong Storm Expected to Soak Southern California, Raising Fears of Mudslides
It could be the biggest storm the area has seen so far this winter.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Kenley Jansen agrees to a deal with the Angels in a return to Southern California
Angels sign Kenley Jansen, 37-year-old right-hander who is MLB's active leader in saves and appearances, most coming during his 12 years with the Dodgers.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 11 -
Some House Republicans ask Congress to make California wildfire aid conditional
A group of House Republicans is asking Congress to include the rollback of California environmental standards as a condition of the state receiving federal wildfire aid. Andy Picon, reporter at E&E ...CBS News - Feb. 11 -
California’s FAIR Plan Gets $1 Billion Bailout After L.A. Fires
The move will likely lead to higher costs for households across the state, and may push more insurers to leave, intensifying a home insurance crisis.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
Eliminating FEMA would be 'huge mistake' after California wildfires, Democrat says
Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) said it would be a “huge mistake” to terminate the Federal Emergency Response Agency (FEMA) in the wake of back-to-back natural disasters including the Los Angeles ...The Hill - 6d -
Petition for Denmark to buy California for $1 trillion surpasses 200,000 signatures
A satirical online petition is catching the attention of Californians and Danes alike.CBS News - 6d -
Hygge to Hollywood: Petition calling for Denmark to buy California reaches 200,000 signatures
A satirical counter offer to President Donald Trump’s proposal to buy Greenland has popped in the form of a petition which says Denmark should buy California.NBC News - 6d -
Kamala Harris is Democratic frontrunner for California governor in 2026: Poll
Former Vice President Harris would be the Democratic frontrunner for governor of California if she jumped into the Golden State’s 2026 race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), new polling shows. ...The Hill - 5d -
California’s Scary Product Warning Labels Might Be Working, Study Says
Products must state if they contain chemicals tied to cancer or other risks. As a result, manufacturers have pulled back from using the chemicals, researchers found.The New York Times - 5d -
Texas and California are the biggest state losers from Trump's escalating tariffs
Trump's tariffs on products from the EU and TK add to a big trade bill that will hit U.S. states, with Texas and California economies the most impacted.CNBC - 5d -
California Braces for Intense Rain and Floods as Some Evacuate in LA Fire Areas
An intense storm caused flooding and forced evacuations in areas burned by wildfires.The New York Times - 5d -
Torrential rain triggers mudslides in California, sweeping cars away
Torrential rain is triggering devastating mudslides in Southern California with cars being swept off roads. Crews are now urging residents in neighborhoods still recovering from the deadly ...NBC News - 4d -
Eye Opener: Threat of floods, mudslides forces evacuations in California
The threat of floods and mudslides forces evacuations in California as a major storm hits areas already devastated by wildfires. Also, top Department of Justice officials resign in protest after ...CBS News - 4d -
Horse trainer discovers pre-dug grave of missing California teen
After seeing a freshly dug hole while conditioning a horse, the equestrian found out later it was used to bury 17-year-old Justine Vanderschoot.CBS News - 4d -
Southern California roads submerged in sludge as heavy rains batter region
Parts of Los Angeles devastated by wildfires at risk of rock and mudslides as evacuation orders issued in Sierra Madre . Debris flows brought on by the strongest atmospheric river of the season ...The Guardian - 4d -
Grenell would consider run for California governor if Harris enters race
Richard Grenell, President Trump’s “special missions” envoy and interim executive director of the Kennedy Center, left the door open to a run for California governor if former Vice President Kamala ...The Hill - 4d -
Change in California law could provide path to freedom for a convicted killer
The family of Justine Vanderschoot, a California teen murdered in 2003, is fighting for justice after learning a change in state law could provide a path to freedom for one of her convicted ...CBS News - 4d -
As California Storm Brings Mudslides to LA, a Car Plunges Into the Pacific
Southern California took stock on Friday of the damage from an intense bout of rain. Among the most dramatic scenes: a Fire Department vehicle that was swept to the sea.The New York Times - 4d
