The Latest Breaking News from California

California bans child marriage: These 32 US states still allow minors to marry; 2 have no minimum age

California has officially outlawed child marriage, raising the minimum marriage age to 18 years. Governor Gavin Newsom signed this pivotal legislation, which will be implemented starting January 1, 2027. Historically, child marriage was permitted nationwide; however, legal frameworks are evolving, as 32 states still allow minors to marry under various…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra clash in testy California governor’s race debate

The candidates running to replace Gavin Newsom sparred over taxes, immigration and regulating AI

The Guardian - US · Oct 1

Newsom Signs Law Barring Sales of Diet Pills and Weight-Loss Supplements to California Minors Without a Prescription

California's AB 2030 bars sales of diet pills and weight-loss or muscle-building supplements to minors without a prescription. What parents should know.

Medical Daily · Oct 1

Officials decide next steps for 500-pound bear meandering California neighborhood

Residents speculated much of the bear’s natural habitat was lost in the 2025 Eaton Fire

The Independent UK · Sep 30

Fake FBI Calls Are Now a Retirement-Savings Threat—Why Older Americans Are Being Targeted

FBI impersonators allegedly tricked a California couple into transferring nearly $850,000 in retirement savings to cryptocurrency wallets, amid rising losses.

International Business Times UK · Sep 30

Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #225

Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy.

Ballotpedia · Sep 30

Gavin Newsom claims ‘bull**** artist’ Joe Rogan is too scared to have him join the show

Rogan, who hosted Donald Trump during the 2024 election cycle, has repeatedly criticized the California governor on his podcast, calling him a ‘con man’

The Independent UK · Sep 30

California couple accused of killing son-in-law in public park have been charged with murder

A California couple has been charged with murder after authorities say they shot their son-in-law to death Saturday in a public park

The Independent UK · Sep 30

You Can Now Sue Federal Agents in California. Good Luck Getting Past Qualified Immunity.

Californians can now sue federal officers for civil rights violations, but cops can still claim qualified immunity as a bona fide defense for official misconduct.

Reason · Sep 30

California prepares to add microplastics to Candidate Chemicals List on Oct. 1

California is getting ready to add microplastics to its Candidate Chemicals List, marking another step in the state’s decade-long attempt to address plastic pollution. The designation does not immediately limit products but starts a regulatory process that involves public comment and formal review.

The Economic Times · Sep 30