Immigration
Homeland Security Department issues waiver to accelerate border wall construction in California
The waiver issued Tuesday will enable construction of about 2.5 miles of new wall in California.
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Culture
Actress Lindsey Pearlman found dead after missing for several days
Lindsey Pearlman was found lifeless near Hollywood, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed
Politics
How the cost of living in California compares to the nation
In California, the cost of living is 42.2% higher than it is on average nationwide. Of the five consumer categories: groceries, housing, utilities, transportation, and health care - housing ranks as the most expensive in California, costing about 101.9% more than average.
Politics
Following Canadian truckers' 'Freedom Convoy,' U.S. 'People's Convoy' ready to roll on Wednesday
The U.S. trucker convoy has taken extra precautions in preparation for counterprotests and the possibility of donations being frozen
Politics
California legislators resurrect effort to tax 'extreme wealth'
The tax would apply a 1% annual tax on worldwide net worth over $50 million and an annual tax of 1.5% for a resident whose worldwide net worth exceeds $1 billion
Politics
Newsom nominates first Latina to California Supreme Court
“If confirmed, I look forward to helping instill confidence in the equality and integrity of our judicial system while honoring the sacrifices of my immigrant parents"
Education
PA school district removes requirement to show CNN every morning
Teachers were required to show "CNN 10," a 10-minute news roundup targeting junior high and high school students, at the beginning of their homeroom class. Under the new policy, teachers will be allowed to use their discretion and choose their own videos.
Coronavirus
California officials unveil long-term strategy for addressing COVID-19
Introducing a new strategy that approaches COVID-19 with the recognition that it will likely be a “long-term nemesis”
Politics
Majority of Californians say state is headed in wrong direction
The survey, conducted by the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies and co-sponsored by the Los Angeles Times, found 54% of registered voters believe California is on the wrong track compared to 36% who believe it is on the right track.
Coronavirus
California lifts indoor mask mandate for fully vaccinated residents
California’s statewide indoor mask mandate officially expired Wednesday, allowing millions of fully vaccinated residents across the state to enter most indoor public spaces without wearing a mask
