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The Latest Breaking News from California

Another Congressman Is Facing Sexual Misconduct Allegations. The House Is Considering a Relationship Ban.

The House Ethics Committee announced that it was "reviewing allegations" involving California Democrat Jimmy Gomez.

International Business Times

Prince Harry 'May Never Be Happy' and Lacks a Clear Sense of Purpose, Royal Commentator Claims

Royal expert Emily Andrews suggests Prince Harry may lack fulfilment despite his new life in California, highlighting ongoing identity struggles and legal challenges affecting his happiness.

International Business Times UK

Study says you can earn over $200,000 and still be middle class in these 5 US states

Middle-class income classifications differ widely throughout the United States, with Massachusetts leading the charge for the upper echelon of income. In stark contrast, Mississippi represents the lower end of the income spectrum. Notably, San Jose, California, establishes a notable high for urban middle-class earnings, underscoring the essential role of geography…

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Everything you need to know about Meta's biggest legal battle yet

A landmark trial in California could force Meta to overhaul Facebook and Instagram after four states accused the company of designing its platforms to hook young users and hiding what it knew about the harm.

Euronews

San Diego Man Says He Lost His Entire Life Savings in Crypto After $6M Portfolio Vanished

Joe White lost nearly all his life savings after investing in Nexo, a cryptocurrency platform. California regulators found Nexo provided loans without a licence, leading to scrutiny of White's case.

International Business Times UK

California Shipped 120,000 Packs of $55 Insulin but Cannot Say How Many Patients Actually Received Them

California distributed 120,000 packs of $55 CalRx insulin but does not track dispensing. Here is what patients should ask at the pharmacy.

Medical Daily

California woman donates $1 million to 100 public school teachers, bringing focus to plight of educators in one of America’s wealthiest counties

In a heartwarming gesture, a woman from California has changed the lives of one hundred public school teachers by donating one million dollars. Each teacher in the Ross Valley School District received an unexpected check exceeding nine thousand dollars, which aims to alleviate the challenges posed by insufficient pay and…

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As Nick Reiner faces murder charges for his parents’ deaths, trustee blocks access to $1.5 million trust fund by citing California’s ‘slayer statute’

The statute prevents killers from inheriting from those they harmed.

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How to Spot a Bad Landlord Before You Hand Over Your Hard-Earned Money

What do you know about your landlord? Not much, I'll bet, and that could cost you. You can learn from this woman's interaction with a very bad landlord.

Kiplinger

California primary election 2026 today: Top candidates, where do I vote in California, polling place locator, complete voting guide

California's 14th Congressional District voters head to polls on August 18, 2026. State Senator Aisha Wahab and BART Board President Melissa Hernandez compete for the seat. The winner will serve the remainder of Eric Swalwell's congressional term. Both Democrats will also face each other in November for the full term.…

The Economic Times

California woman donates $1 million to 100 teachers, with each receiving a surprise $9,161 check after learning they were underpaid in one of America’s wealthiest counties

A California woman has donated $1 million to 100 public school teachers after learning about low teacher pay and funding challenges in their district, giving each educator a surprise check worth $9,161.70. Marin County resident Maja Kristin made the donation to teachers in the Ross Valley School District, where educators…

The Times of India

Six housing policy measures are on the ballot in four states — the most in at least two decades

Welcome to the Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia

Paramount Demands Up to $1.9 Billion Bond From 12 States, WGA as Warner Bros. Deal Faces Costly Delays

Paramount Skydance Corp. (NASDAQ:PSKY) has asked a federal judge to require California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 11 other state attorneys general challenging its Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) deal to post a $1.88 billion bond.

Benzinga

California’s Billionaire Tax Wins Support From Nearly 50% of Voters as November Vote Nears: Poll

California voters are narrowly backing a proposed one-time tax on certain taxpayers with assets over $1 billion, according to a new Berkeley IGS poll released Friday.

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Gavin Newsom Touts Rideshare Drivers Union in California, Praises Push to Represent Uber, Lyft Drivers — Slams Trump for Attacking ‘Workers’ Rights’

Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) has hailed the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and California Gig Workers Union’s (CGWU) move to represent drivers working with ride-hailing companies Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:UBER) and Lyft Inc. (NASDAQ:LYFT).

The Guardian - US

US states accuse Meta of covering up research on teen social media addiction in pivotal trial

State attorneys general claim tech company intentionally designed addictive products that harm young people

Fortune

California’s billionaires just poured $40 million into blocking a wealth tax that threatens to force them to pay 5% of their net worth

Billionaires have amassed a nine-figure war chest to defeat Proposition 40 as polls show California voters are nearly split on the one-time tax.

The Economic Times

Major Meta trial begins as lawyers spar over witnesses, damages

Facebook-parent Meta will defend itself in a landmark social media trial that begins Tuesday in California, where attorneys have sparred over witnesses and financial penalties. Dozens of US states sued four major tobacco companies for downplaying the harmful health impacts of their products, and won a 1998 landmark settlement that…

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A look at major lawsuits against Meta, other social media companies over harms to kids

In a federal trial beginning Tuesday in Oakland, California, the Instagram and Facebook parent company is fighting claims that it has contributed to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that get children addicted.

The Economic Times

Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from US state AGs over merger lawsuit

Paramount Skydance requested a bond from states challenging its Warner Bros Discovery merger. The company faces significant daily fees if the deal does not close by September 30. Legal challenges threaten the $110 billion acquisition, which requires regulatory approval. California and eleven states argue the merger would create a media…

The Independent UK

Facebook and Instagram could change forever as Zuckerberg faces his day in court

A huge Meta trial is starting Tuesday in a California federal court

The Times of India

“I wouldn’t, probably help you": President Donald Trump tells 10-year-old rescued by teen lifeguard he “wouldn’t” have risked his life to save him

In a remarkable display of courage, 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams saved Nathanial Rai, a young boy, from perilous waters at the California beach. Their heroic rescue, which gained significant attention after going viral, caught the eye of President Donald Trump, who invited both to the White House. Williams emphasized his…

The Times of India

'What you did was incredible': Trump meets California's teenage lifeguard and the boy he rescued

US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) met a teenage lifeguard and the boy he rescued off the California coast, praising the rescue and the boy’s composure during the ordeal as “incredible.”

The Guardian - US

Trump tells 10-year-old rescued by teen lifeguard: ‘I don’t know if I’d do it’

President hosts Nathanial Rai and lifeguard Ryder Williams at White House after video of California rescue went viral

Latin Times

Rolly Romero Defends His Welterweight Crown Against Teofimo Lopez in a Vegas Homecoming

Rolly Romero defends his WBA welterweight title against former sparring partner Teofimo Lopez Saturday in Las Vegas. Full card, odds, how to watch.

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