Many U.S. homeowners are shouldering monthly mortgage costs that exceed 30% of their income, according to findings from Splitero. The trend hits especially hard in California and Florida, spotlighting affordability challenges across the nation.
A new lawsuit filed by Donald Trump challenges California’s provision of in-state tuition and financial aid to undocumented students. With some 80,000 students at stake, the case raises questions about educational access and immigration policy.
A wild black bear recently wandered into Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka, California, astonishing visitors and staff alike. Described as “very polite” and possibly lonely, the bear appeared to be communing with its captive counterparts before the incident came to light.
Senator Alex Padilla cautions that 1.7 million Californians could lose their health care if Congress fails to reach a budget deal by October 1. With a shutdown looming, Padilla’s message is clear: the stakes have never been higher for access to essential services.
A carefully orchestrated “gift card draining” scam, targeting over 200 CVS stores across California, has been revealed by police. Two men from the San Gabriel Valley allegedly accessed funds from activated gift cards, shedding light on a new layer of consumer vulnerability.
A mild 2.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Idyllwild, California, on August 24. While the quake was small, it highlights the importance of being prepared for unexpected tremors, especially for those traveling through the region.
Wildfires spread across Northern California’s wine country and central Oregon, threatening thousands of homes and sending residents scrambling to evacuate. Crews battling the blazes face extreme heat and dry conditions that complicate containment efforts. Officials repeatedly urge caution as the fires continue to expand.
President Trump paid a visit to law enforcement and National Guard personnel patrolling Washington, D.C., managing a direct show of support. Meanwhile, lawmakers in California and Texas advanced significant redistricting efforts, and the State Department is reportedly reviewing an unspecified matter.
A California family’s search for a missing mother and her infant daughter ended in heartbreak when divers recovered their bodies from a submerged vehicle in an irrigation canal near Escalon. Authorities say specialized sonar and drone technology guided both deputies and private divers to the SUV, bringing a somber close to a wide-ranging missing-persons investigation.
Alphabet Inc.’s self-driving taxi service, Waymo, has announced an expansion into multiple new areas in California. The service will now cover additional regions in the Bay Area, Silicon Valley, and Los Angeles, marking a significant step forward in the autonomous vehicle industry.
