DHS Funded Plus: FISA reauthorization, driverless trucks in California, and an Epstein suicide note. Reason · May 1
Top California Democrat urges change to ‘free-for-all’ primary to keep governor’s mansion blue Rusty Hicks concerned that Democrats could crowd each other out in ‘open’ system and hand victory to Republicans The Guardian - US · May 1
What’s in the price of a gallon of gas? The U.S. Energy Information Administration expects nationwide retail gasoline prices to average near US$4.30 a gallon for April 2026 – the highest monthly average of the year. The political response has been familiar. Georgia has suspended its state gas tax, other states are weighing their own tax holidays, and the… The Conversation · May 1
California Lawmakers Are Ignoring History by Boosting Pension Benefits as the State's Economy Teeters After California made this same mistake in 1999, it took 12 years to dig out of the hole. Taxpayers footed the bill. Reason · May 1
California Can't Define 'Hate Speech' But May Mandate Workplace Training Anyway The term “hate speech” gets thrown around a lot, but it’s legally protected in the U.S. Reason · May 1
Snoring leader buys restless leg syndrome device maker Sleep apnoea company Resmed has acquired a California firm that makes a device for patients with restless leg syndrome, the third-biggest sleep disorder. AAP · May 1
California Governor Gavin Newsom takes on Joe Rogan after podcaster calls him a ‘cardboard cutout of a person’ Governor Gavin Newsom said Joe Rogan was ‘ALL TALK, NO ACTION’ The Independent UK · May 1
Britney Spears charged with one misdemeanor in California DUI case IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 30
Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs Britney Spears has been charged in California with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol The Independent UK · Apr 30
New Wealth Taxes Could Drive Residents Out of High-Tax States in 2026: But Will You Still Owe Taxes After Moving? With some states floating proposals to tax wealth, it's important to remember that relocation doesn't always end a state's tax reach. Kiplinger · Apr 30
Gerrymandering is unpopular with Florida voters – my recent survey shows why DeSantis pushed it through anyway The Sunshine State has joined Texas, California and a handful of other states in the battle of mid-decade redistricting. The Conversation · Apr 30
Elon Musk Accuses Sam Altman of 'Bait and Switch' in High-Stakes Court Case Elon Musk accused Sam Altman of a "bait and switch" over OpenAI's direction during a heated court trial in California, escalating tensions in the high-stakes legal battle. International Business Times · Apr 30
White House media dinner defendant to remain in custody The alleged gunman accused of trying to breach a Washington ballroom in a failed attempt to assassinate President Donald Trump last weekend will remain in custody for the time being after a court appearance Thursday. Cole Allen, the California man who authorities say rushed toward the White House Correspondents’ Association… Roll Call · Apr 30
Universities returning Native American remains and artifacts isn’t just about physical objects – it’s about dignity and justice Many universities and museums in the U.S. have long held Native American burial artifacts, other sacred objects and even human remains. The Conversation · Apr 30
The Conversation · Apr 30 Supreme Court bolsters donors’ free speech rights in unanimous crisis pregnancy center ruling The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for a chain of crisis pregnancy centers based in New Jersey to challenge a subpoena from New Jersey’s attorney general.
International Business Times UK · Apr 30 California Couple Sold Burritos Outside Home Depot — Now They Make $2.3M A Year Lydia Holmes and John Clarke launched LJ's Lil' Cafe from a shed at a Home Depot in 2021. Their two restaurants pulled in $2.3M in sales in 2025.
International Business Times UK · Apr 30 Nick Fuentes' April Implosion Deepens as Racism, Assault Fallout and GOP Rejection Collide Nick Fuentes faces global backlash, legal challenges, and political distancing as his provocative tactics lead to multiple controversies, including anti-Indian rhetoric and assault allegations.
Marie Claire · Apr 30 The Soccer Mom Chasing ICE How Angelica Vargas started tailing federal agents across Southern California—and became one of TikTok’s most unlikely folk heroes.
The Guardian - US · Apr 30 US family reunited with pet cat seven years after it was lost: ‘We always thought about him’ Amber Davidson-Orozco said the family had lost Dodger, their cat, during their move out of California
International Business Times UK · Apr 30 Who Is Rajinder Kumar? Trucker Released on $25,000 Bond in Oregon Newlywed Deaths Before ICE Arrest Rajinder Kumar, an illegal immigrant with a commercial driver's license, caused a deadly Oregon crash that killed two newlyweds. He faces ICE detention and upcoming legal proceedings.
BANG Premier · Apr 30 Steven Tyler celebrates 'massive win' as sexual assault lawsuit largely dismissed A judge has dismissed all but one allegation of sexual assault made by a woman against Steven Tyler.
Latin Times · Apr 29 Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Impersonating Border Patrol Agents in Southern California Jaime Ernesto Álvarez-González, pleaded guilty to one count of impersonating a federal agent and three counts of illegal firearm possession. Prosecutors said Álvarez-González overstayed his tourist visa and lived unlawfully in the United States for decades.
The Times of India · Apr 29 White House dinner attack: Man charged in Trump assassination bid took photo with knife before assault A California man, Cole Allen, is accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Prosecutors revealed he photographed himself armed before the attack, which involved firing a shotgun at security. Allen, who had planned his actions, faces multiple charges.
We Got This Covered · Apr 29 California woman tries new pet food trend. Then tragedy strikes, and she has this warning: ‘Fought so hard’ The science is out on this pet care practice.
Latin Times · Apr 29 Gavin Newsom Accuses the Trump Administration of Paying Offshore Wind Developers Nearly $900 Million To Walk Away From Projects California Gov. Gavin Newsom accused the Trump administration of using taxpayer money to kill clean energy projects after federal officials reached a deal to reimburse two offshore wind developers nearly $900 million if they abandon U.S. leases and redirect money toward fossil fuel infrastructure.