Gov. Newsom receiving criticisms over recent comments over sanctuary policies in California

The Governor's Office clarified his comments, criticizing Congress. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California's sanctuary policies have remained a controversial issue. Should the state's law enforcement be banned from using resources for immigration …

Survey by California Department of Fish and Wildlife shows increase in number of Mallard ducks and total duck species

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has completed its 2025 waterfowl breeding population survey. The survey shows an increase in both mallard and total duck species this year. The breeding population of mallards rose from …

California Congressional Republicans challenge Governor Newsom's redistricting proposal

WASHINGTON, D.C. - California's Republican Congressional Delegation, which includes Congressman Doug LaMalfa, expressed strong opposition to California Governor Gavin Newsom's proposed changes to the state's redistricting process in a statement …

A pregnant surrogate for a defunct California company doesn't know what will happen to the baby she's carrying

Alexa Fasold thought she was a surrogate for a couple having fertility issues and was all set to give birth to a baby boy this fall, after carrying a transferred embryo since January. Then she learned that the agency she was working with was under …

Cooler Northern California summer doesn't mean mosquito risk is gone, officials warn

A cooler summer in Northern California may have kept mosquitoes out of sight and out of mind, but Placer County officials are warning: don't let your guard down. Crews at the Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District are ramping up efforts as they …

TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S IMPACT ON CALIFORNIA’S ENVIRONMENT AND THE AGENCIES THAT WORK TO PROTECT IT

  Federal budget cuts have closed an EPA office and pose significant threat to California’s clean air, water, and clean energy sources  By G. A. McNeeley  July 25, 2025 (Washington D.C.) -- On Thursday, July 10, California’s top leaders in wildfire …

Possible Safeway strike in California just hours away

Friday evening Northern California weather forecast: July 25, 2025

California schools regain federal money they counted on after Trump releases hold

Keep up with LAist. If you're enjoying this article, you'll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. After withholding billions of dollars in school …

Southwest flight takes dramatic plunge after nearby aircraft alert in Southern California, 2 hurt

Southwest flight takes dramatic plunge after nearby aircraft alert in Southern California, 2 hurt Updated: 4:56 PM PDT Jul 25, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ Two Southwest Airlines flight attendants are being treated for injuries after a passenger jet heading …