The Latest Breaking News from California

A San Francisco house worth $4.4 million changed hands through disputed deeds in little over a year

In a dramatic legal move, San Francisco authorities have initiated a lawsuit to annul eight contentious deeds associated with a luxurious $4.4 million property in the prestigious Sea Cliff area. This case has been characterized by officials as a complex scheme aimed at seizing control of the estate. After over…

The Times of India · Sep 11

Scientist finds 10,000-year-old mastodon molar while surveying California creek for threatened frogs

While investigating a creek for frogs, a scientist stumbled upon a remarkable ancient mastodon tooth, estimated to be over ten thousand years old. Paleontologists have confirmed its belonging to a long-extinct species of Pacific mastodon. The fossil will soon be analyzed at Stanford University to determine its precise age, establishing…

The Times of India · Sep 11

Dating to 1898, Nipomo's oldest church donated after 128 years to become a community hub

A historic church in Nipomo, California, dating to 1898, has been donated to the Dana Adobe and Cultural Center by its owners, John and Rebecca Prewett. The building will be developed into a museum, event venue and “Visit Nipomo” centre, while Calvary Church will continue holding Sunday services there.

The Times of India · Sep 11

Covered California Premiums Rise Again as Uninsured Californians Under 65 Are Projected to Nearly Double by 2030

Uninsured Californians under 65 could rise from 2.4 million to 4.6 million by 2030. The rule changes driving this and what enrollees can do.

Medical Daily · Sep 11

Texas judge: Alaskan surrogate does not have custody over child she birthed in Dallas

McKenna West has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, saying she does not trust that the biological parents have the child's best interest at heart.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 11

$9.999 and maxed out: California diesel prices overwhelm pump displays as global supply crunch worsens

Diesel prices soar to new record highs with no signs of slowing down anytime soon.

Fortune · Sep 10

Fuel prices are so high in America gas station displays can’t fit the numbers

Five gas stations in California reached $9.999 per gallon for diesel, hitting the maximum four-digit price limit that digital displays on standard pumps can show, according to data from GasBuddy.

The Independent UK · Sep 10

Gavin Newsom imposes strict new rules on AI, social media and chatbots for children

California governor hails ‘nation-leading’ legislation banning addictive features for users under 16

The Guardian - US · Sep 10

California governor signs laws aimed at protecting kids from risks of social media, AI chatbots

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed laws aimed at protecting children from the potential harms of social media and AI chatbots

The Independent UK · Sep 10

Gas stations in America are starting to max out their displays with $9.999 prices

Gas station displays typically only have four digits, meaning they can’t show $10 or more per gallon prices

The Independent UK · Sep 10