The Latest Breaking News from California

States Adjust Custody Laws to Address Children at Risk After Immigration Detentions

States including New Jersey, California and Nevada have passed or are considering legislation that would allow designated guardians to assume temporary parental rights in cases involving immigration enforcement.

Latin Times · Apr 15

U.S. Filing Reveals Legal Adviser Working to Advance Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez's Agenda in Washington

The filing states that Jihad M. Smaili, a California-based lawyer, will provide legal representation related to ongoing and future disputes, including matters tied to PDVSA and Citgo

Latin Times · Apr 15

California Heirs Are Facing Higher Property Taxes Under Prop 19 Transfer Rules

California’s real estate market has always played by its own rules, but inheritance used to come with one major advantage: predictable property taxes. Families could pass homes down from one generation to the next without triggering a massive tax increase, which made long-term ownership far more affordable. That changed with…

The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 15

Study: California’s $20 minimum wage barely raised prices—and proved economists wrong about job loss

“The results are nowhere as dire as predicted,” Berkeley’s Michael Reich told Fortune.

Fortune · Apr 15

Watch: Simon Cowell’s rarely-seen son enjoys quality family time on trip to Malibu

Simon Cowell's fiancée has shared a rare glimpse of the couple's son, Eric, during a trip to California.

The Independent UK · Apr 15

Billy Crystal heading to Broadway to relive losing his home in wildfires

Hollywood veteran Billy Crystal is heading to Broadway to tell the story of losing his home in California wildfires in a "challenging" new one-man show.

BANG Premier · Apr 15

Newsom sets summer special election for Swalwell’s seat

California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, issued a proclamation Tuesday setting up an Aug. 18 special election to fill the remaining term of Democratic former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who resigned in the face of multiple sexual misconduct allegations.  A special primary election for California’s 14th District will take place on…

Roll Call · Apr 15

Sofía Vergara’s Elegant Poolside Setup Is a Tropical Dream – Her Limestone Hardscaping Is the Most Enchanting Look for 2026

Pool design is an art in Sofía's gorgeous California backyard, where the transition between swimming and living exists in perfect harmony

Homes & Gardens · Apr 15

SpaceX launches two Starlink satellite groups 19 hours apart

SpaceX launched two Falcon 9 rockets 19 hours apart, both carrying batches of Starlink satellites. The liftoffs took place from Florida and California on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 (by local time zone).

Space · Apr 15

California Seniors: 42% of Wildfire‑Zone Households Qualify for the State’s $1,500 Home Hardening Rebate

For many California seniors, wildfire season isn’t just stressful. It can be incredibly financially overwhelming. Between rising insurance costs and the growing threat of property...

Saving Advice · Apr 14