Punishing winter weather has triggered flooding and mudslides across many parts of the state in recent days, prompting evacuation orders and damaging homes, mostly in the Bay Area. But some homeowners trying to file insurance claims in the wake of the storms might be surprised to find they’re not covered. That’s because while most home…
Officer’s family sues January 6 rioters, Trump in Sicknick’s death
By Katelyn Polantz and Tierney Sneed | CNN The estate of Brian Sicknick, a Capitol Police officer who died after responding to the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol, is suing two rioters involved in the attack and former President Donald Trump for his alleged role in egging it on. The civil lawsuit,…
House still seeking speaker after McCarthy fails in 11th vote: CBS News Flash Jan. 6, 2023
The House of Representatives reconvenes at noon to try once more to elect a speaker. Kevin McCarthy failed to get the 218 needed votes for an 11th time Thursday. On today’s 2 year anniversary of the deadly attack on the Capitol, President Biden will honor 12 heroes with the nation’s second-highest civilian honor — the…
LGBTQ rights activist’s body found stuffed in a metal box on roadside
Police in Kenya, where sex between men is illegal, say they’re investigating, but “don’t know for now why he was killed that way.” Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
The Uplift: Butterflies and blended families
Get a close-up look at the winter monarch butterfly count in California. Meet a blended family who, despite facing many challenges, shares a story about resilience and love. And the story of a woman who uses her hobby to honor her late son and help cancer patients. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release…
Family says missing rapper Theophilus London found safe
LOS ANGELES — Rapper Theophilus London has been found safe after disappearing for months, a relative announced Wednesday night. “We have found Theo. He is safe and well,” the rapper’s cousin, Mikhail Noel, posted on Instagram. “At this time the family would love prayers and privacy. Thank you all!!!” The post didn’t provide details of…
GOP’s McCarthy rejected for House speaker — again and again
By LISA MASCARO and FARNOUSH AMIRI (Associated Press) WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans flailed through a long second day of fruitless balloting Wednesday, unable to either elect their leader Kevin McCarthy as House speaker or come up with a new strategy to end the political chaos that has tarnished the start of their new majority.…
Southern California’s ‘Battle of the Badges’ blood donation contest among first responders kicks off
The Battle of the Badges, an annual friendly blood donation competition between Southern California law enforcement and fire agencies, is underway, with a goal of boosting donations by the general public as well. The blood drive is the largest among law enforcement and first responders in the nation, officials said. First responders have donated a…
Prince Harry reportedly claims in new book that William attacked him
The younger royal, who along with wife Meghan has made allegations of mistreatment by the royal family for years, reportedly writes that William knocked him “to the floor.” Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
Latest California atmospheric river storm quickly turns deadly
It’s already being blamed for at least two deaths including that of a toddler. The storm is bringing high winds, heavy rain, flooding, widespread power outages and possible mudslides. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI laid to rest by his successor, Pope Francis
Never in the history of the Catholic Church had a pope conducted a funeral ceremony for his predecessor, until now. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
Pasadena man who drove Tesla over Northern California cliff arrested on attempted murder charges
Authorities on Tuesday arrested the driver of a Tesla that plunged off a cliff near Devil’s Slide in Northern California a day earlier on suspicion of attempted murder and child abuse. The driver, Dharmesh Patel of Pasadena, and his three passengers – another adult and two children – suffered serious injuries in the crash Monday…
Photos: In a vibrant display of color, Floatfest wows thousands as 2023 Rose Parade season concludes
Volunteer Joe Chaides shows a flower made of sliced almonds at the City of Burbank during Floatfest at Victory Park in Pasadena on Tuesday January 3, 2023. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer) Eyad Jarjour takes a photo of the City of Downey float during Floatfest at Victory Park in Pasadena on Tuesday January 3,…
My walk with ‘Machete’: The inside story of Pasadena mayor’s unexpected Rose Parade stroll with actor Danny Trejo
It was the Rose Parade moment that neither Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo nor Danny Trejo saw coming as the two friends bundled into a 1907 Autocar bus Monday morning – fulfilling a dream of being in the parade together. The mayor. The beloved actor. Vintage car. Classic moment. Crisp morning. All smiles. And then, it…
How coral bleaching is causing “unnecessary” fish fights
A researcher said there was “crying in our masks” as her team watched fish battle over food that had simply died off, and may never come back. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
Teacher wearing MAGA hat to school was protected speech, appeals court rules
The panel concluded that the school district failed to show evidence of a “tangible disruption” to school operations needed to outweigh the teacher’s First Amendment rights. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
Stars of 1968’s “Romeo and Juliet” sue over film’s teen nude scene
The director told them they must act in the nude or the movie “would fail” and their careers would be hurt, the suit said. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
GOP’s dilemma over House speakership: If not McCarthy, then who?
By Manu Raju, Melanie Zanona and Lauren Fox | CNN As House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy has struggled to lock down the votes to become speaker, his top deputy has kept his head down. Rep. Steve Scalise, the No. 2 in the House GOP leadership, has made clear he supports McCarthy, and GOP sources say…
Last year’s Rose Court finds joy in being spectators
There were no better cheerleaders than the five young women sitting in Section 475. They whooped and clapped as the floats, marching bands and equestrian units turned the famous corner of Orange Grove and Colorado boulevards for the 2023 Rose Parade on Monday, Jan. 2. Of course, these were not your typical parade watchers. These…
Best of Rose Parade 2023: Floats and marching bands that got attention
Dozens of floats and marching bands lined up for the 5.5 mile Rose Parade route on Monday morning. Some sparked more attention than others online. Here are the fan favorites. Related: 5 Rose Parade moments people are talking about Twitter reacts to the Rose Parade’s musical performances Favorite floats: Travel Louisiana Photo by Trevor Stamp,…
80% of new cars sold in Norway are now electric vehicles
“There is no excuse for the internal combustion engines’ unnecessary pollution when the climate crisis is so urgent,” says the head of the country’s EV association. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service
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