Politics Nov 04 Uber, Lyft spend big, win in California vote about drivers Uber, Lyft and other app-based ride-hailing and delivery services spent $200 million in California to keep drivers from becoming employees eligible for benefits and job protections.
Nation Sep 11 At least 10 people confirmed dead, 16 remain missing amid North California wildfires More than 2,000 homes and other buildings had burned in the fire, which began several weeks ago as a lightning-sparked collection of blazes northeast of San Francisco. The final toll is expected to be much higher.
Nation Sep 10 California fire that killed 3 threatens thousands of homes Several other people have been critically burned and hundreds, if not thousands, of homes and other buildings are believed to have been damaged or destroyed by the fire in the foothills of the northern Sierra Nevada, authorities said.
Nation Sep 09 Firefighters overtaken by flames in California mountains More than a dozen California firefighters trying to protect a fire station in rugged mountains were overrun by flames Tuesday, and several were hurt.
Nation Jul 22 Sierra Club calls out founder John Muir for racist views The Oakland, California-based environmental group said Wednesday that Muir was part of the group's history perpetuating white supremacy.
Nation May 30 U.S. cities fear protests may fuel new wave of virus outbreaks Images showing thousands of screaming, unmasked protesters have sent shudders through the health community, which worries its calls for social distancing during the demonstrations are unlikely to be heard.
Nation May 23 Density, poverty keep Los Angeles struggling against virus The nation’s most populous county is not looking to reopen more widely until the next summer holiday, July 4th. That's because the number of coronavirus cases has grown at a pace that leaves it unable to meet even the new,…
Politics May 22 U.S. warns Los Angeles stay-at-home extension could be illegal The U.S. Department of Justice sent a letter to the mayor of Los Angeles warning that an extension of the coronavirus stay-at-home orders may be unlawful.
Economy Apr 21 Chipotle agrees to record $25 million fine over tainted food The fast food company was charged Tuesday in Los Angeles federal court with two counts of violating the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act by serving adulterated food.
Nation Mar 24 California scrambling to obtain virus protection gear The governor also announced he would close parking lots at dozens of beaches and state parks to prevent the spread of coronavirus after large groups flocked to the coast and mountains to get outdoors.