The Latest Breaking News from California

Judge rules New York can't ban federal agents from wearing face coverings

A federal judge has blocked New York's law on federal agents wearing face coverings. The ruling stated state governments cannot regulate federal law enforcement officers. This decision follows a similar blocking of a California law enacted earlier. New York officials are reviewing all legal options following the judge's decision. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

TikTok settling three teen social media lawsuits ahead of trial

TikTok has agreed to settle three lawsuits concerning addictive platform designs. Young plaintiffs alleged social media platforms harmed their mental health and well-being. These cases are part of thousands consolidated in California state court. Claims against Meta, Google's YouTube, and Snap's Snapchat will continue. Attorneys are using these bellwether trials…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Suspect, 66, charged with murder after his brother shot kidnapped businessman in trunk of car

Jianquan Bo of Irvine, California, is accused of helping his brother kidnap Shukur Aikebaer, a 60-year-old Chino Hills resident, who was shot dead Wednesday night

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Federal Trackers for the Powdered Milk Recall Have Not Been Updated Since May, Even as Agencies Tell Consumers to Check Back

The FDA page tracking the California Dairies recall lists seven downstream recalls and has not changed since May 8. What consumers should still check.

Medical Daily · Aug 3

Facing Foreclosure in California? Understanding Your Timeline and Options

Few pieces of mail land harder than a notice from your lender warning that your home is at risk. Foreclosure is frightening precisely because it feels unstoppable — a process set in motion by forces outside your control. But foreclosure in California is not instantaneous, and homeowners have more options…

inkl · Aug 3

California woman breaks her own rule for a Hinge date. Then an accident leaves her hospitalized and permanently scarred: ‘I learned my lesson’

“I know this was stupid"

We Got This Covered · Aug 3

US 2026 Winter Weather Forecast: Four States Could See Heavy Rain and Significant Snow

A developing Super El Niño could significantly alter US winter weather in 2026, with wetter conditions in the South and heavy snow in states like California and New York, experts warn.

International Business Times UK · Aug 3

Single shark bite led to death of woman off California coast, autopsy shows

Erica Fox left Lovers Point near Monterey in December alongside group of swimmers but never made it back

The Guardian - US · Aug 3

In 1898, American bullfrogs were imported to California for frog legs; the predators later spread across the West, eating native frogs, fish, snakes, birds and small mammals

American bullfrogs were introduced to California for food markets in the late 19th century. These frogs became invasive predators in new ecosystems lacking natural controls. Yosemite National Park conservationists worked for years to remove bullfrogs from the valley. This extensive effort finally achieved eradication from Yosemite Valley in 2019. The…

The Times of India · Aug 3

Police Used AI License Plate Cameras to Stalk Women Across the U.S., Investigation Finds

The findings come as the company rapidly expands its footprint, with more than 120,000 cameras operating in over 6,000 communities

Latin Times · Aug 3