The Natural Wonders in California That No One Talks About
Few people realize California has volcanoes, but these natural wonders exist across the state.
California Just Passed the Country's First Clothing Recycling Law. Here's What That Actually Means
California is tackling the problem of textile and fashion waste with the country’s first law that requires clothing companies to implement a recycling system for the garments they sell.
Ironman California forecast: Clouds increase but rain holds off on race day
The inaugural event in 2021 was canceled because of record rainfall and high winds. Downtown Sacramento saw more than 5 inches of rain on what was supposed to be race day on Oct. 24.
California Superbike School dates announced for 2025
The California Superbike School will return in 2025 and will also provide motorcycles to riders. Here are more details.
Kern County officials green-light California’s first big carbon capture project
The Kern County Board of Supervisors approved what would be the first large-scale carbon capture facility in California on Monday, overcoming one of the final hurdles for a project that environmental groups oppose over potential air and water impacts.
Trump threatened California’s emergency aid. Newsom has a backup plan.
The California governor said he’s considering a state account to protect against former President Donald Trump potentially denying California disaster relief funding.
California Banker Is Clueless About Wisconsin Farming
During Friday's debate, Eric Hovde admitted he didn't have a clue about the farm bill but that didn't stop him from BSing about it.
Why ‘unbalanced’ muscles can cause you pain
Repeatedly doing the same activity — running, lifting, even sitting — can have serious downsides. Here's how imbalances can hurt us, and how to prevent them.
California's Squatter Laws Enable Tenancy Rights After Just 30 Days, Raising Concerns Among Property Owners About Housing Security
Squatter laws have a long history. They were originally designed to provide legal protection in cases where land or property was abandoned and someone took it over for productive use. This was especially important in early American history,
Chumash people in California to co-steward marine sanctuary in historic partnership
It will give the Chumash people, once the largest cultural group in California, a say in the way the marine sanctuary is preserved. The Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, designated by the Biden administration last week, is the first tribally nominated sanctuary in the United States.
The Breathtaking Small State Park in Southern California That We Can’t Stop Thinking About
At this point, I think everyone’s awake to California’s iconic natural beauty. From the redwoods to Socal’s sun-drenched beaches, The Golden State attracts
Here’s what Southern California radio fans are listening to right now
For the month of September, KRTH (101.1 FM) took the top spot with a 6.4 share of the listening audience, almost one full point above 2nd-place KLVE (107.5 FM), which plays a Spanish-language adult contemporary format and earned a 5.5 share. KRTH has dominated the local ratings most of the past year.
Kaiser mental health professionals in Southern California go on strike
The National Union of Healthcare Workers said nearly 2,400 mental health workers launched the job action after Kaiser Permanente management turned down their proposals.
Husband charged after missing wife’s body found wrapped in plastic in closet
Police are investigating whether the couple had an argument about the disappearance and death of their son on a hiking trip 20 years ago.
Shakira reboots 2024 arena tour into a 2025 stadium tour: Where to buy tickets
“The tour is in support of her new album, ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,’ which in 24 hours of its release in March became the most streamed album of the year with over 10 billion, and was certified 7x platinum. The album debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Latin Album and Latin Pop Album Charts ...,” according to Live Nation.
It tastes like chicken, but 'cultivated' meat sees growing opposition from U.S. lawmakers
Cultivated meat – meat grown from animal cells – is touted as a way to meet growing global demand with far fewer climate impacts. Yet two states banned the sale of cultivated meat earlier this year, and there are proposals in several Midwestern states to do the same.
Who’s Afraid of William Shakespeare?
Why might American theaters be running away from Shakespeare? Shakespeare’s plays tend to be big and expensive. Theaters are being affected by rising labor and material costs, as well as audiences reluctant to return in the aftermath of Covid-19.
Embarrassing home loss has Oklahoma leading college football's Misery Index after Week 8
Oklahoma got embarrassed at home against South Carolina and that puts the Sooners at the top of the college football Misery Index after Week 8.
How Harris took on the ‘big banks’ after the foreclosure crisis
Vice President Kamala Harris often touts how she took on the “big banks” as attorney general of California to deliver mortgage relief to homeowners hit by the 2008 foreclosure crisis. The story has become central to the way Harris introduces herself to voters.
Rooftop solar and battery storage helped these retirees ride out recent power outages. Why isn’t it more widespread?
We have more solar than we can use during the day, but recent policies have slowed adoption of batteries to hold onto that power when the sun goes down.
Voter guide 2024: Key dates for the November presidential election in California, Visalia
Tulare County voters will soon decide on crucial California ballot measures, as well as who will represent them on Visalia boards and councils.
Inside the California mountain range closed to the public
For now, guided hikes remain the only alternative when it comes to accessing the mountains. But among the groups that set out on hikes with Middle Mountain, people closest to the buttes — residents of the small sunbaked towns straddling their perimeter — appear to be largely missing.
Mother of ‘Love Is Blind’ star Tyler Francis’ 3 kids claims they had ‘unplanned’ twins naturally
Bri Thomas said she supported Francis’ decision to go on “Love Is Blind” but said she was disheartened to find out he “disowned” their kids.
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro: Law enforcement should 'take a look at' Elon Musk voter payments
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Sunday that tech mogul Elon Musk’s plan to give money to registered voters in Pennsylvania is “deeply concerning” and “it’s something that law enforcement could take a look at.
Clippers Sign Intriguing Big Man Ahead of Season Debut
The Los Angeles Clippers are keeping center Kai Jones on the regular-season roster via a two-way NBA deal, sources tell ESPN. Jones has developed in Clippers' system and had a strong preseason, averaging 8 points and 5 rebounds as the backup big. pic.twitter.com/h3nOxyt30L
Sheriff Chad Bianco should be audited over statements about arrest near Trump rally
Desert Sun readers sound off on Chad Bianco, Trump, Christy Holstege, Measure AA in today's letters to the editor.
From the McLaren F1 to the Ferrari F50: Car Collectors Are Getting Younger—and So Are the Models They’re Buying
With vintage cars models by names like Ferrari going unsold at recent auctions, experts weigh in on the state of the collector-car market.
Bird flu cases rise among dairy workers in California amid growing herd infections
California has six confirmed human bird flu cases and health officials suspect five more among Central Valley dairy workers. The Golden State is the nation's leading producer of milk.
Opinion: Saratoga’s State of the City is forward-looking
The Saratoga City Council and I held the annual Saratoga State of the City event on Saturday, Oct. 5. I was honored to give the 2024 State of the City address with the theme of “Looking Forward,” emphasizing the city’s commitment to the future of Saratoga while building on the successes of the past year.
Topless woman running in 5 Freeway lanes in Irvine is killed
A topless woman running, then lying down in southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway in Irvine was fatally struck by a car Saturday night, Oct. 19.
Everyone else enjoys Southern California trips. Why not you? Here are 11 staycation ideas.
With the summer long gone and the holidays creeping along, now is the time for a short vacation. Here are 11 Southern California staycation ideas.
PD Editorial: Press Democrat recommendations
The current minimum wage for most, but not all, workers is $16 an hour. Proposition 32 raises it to $17 immediately and $18 on Jan. 1. The minimum is already higher — $20 an hour — for fast food workers. It does not make much sense for fast food workers to earn more than other minimum wage workers.
California Voice: Legacy admissions ban won’t help low-income students go to college
I’ve been critiquing the calls to end legacy college admissions for about two decades — clearly to no avail, given California’s new law prohibiting private higher education institutions from
How Cells Resist the Pressure of the Deep Sea
Cell membranes from comb jellies reveal a new kind of adaptation to the deep sea: curvy lipids that conform to an ideal shape under pressure.
Playwright Jez Butterworth breaks down a pivotal scene change in “The Hills of California”
"It intensified and became more of what it was I was trying to do," Butterworth says of changing the third act before the play's transfer to Broadway.
The Chai Box Chai Goes Viral After Launching At Costco
From their small manufacturing business in Atlanta, this family product hits mainstream America and is spicing up the shelves of Costco.