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March 13, 2023

Seven Mexican nationals among the eight migrants who died after smuggling boats capsized near San Diego

Seven of the eight migrants who died after two smuggling vessels capsized off the coast of southern California over the weekend were Mexican nationals, officials said Monday.

March 13, 2023

Former chief of staff to Gavin Newsom siding with Walgreens in abortion pill fight amid rising tensions

Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom's first chief of staff is reportedly repping Walgreens amid rising tensions between the governor and the company over the distribution of abortion pills.

March 13, 2023

Law group alleges Stanford fired doctor for criticizing COVID policies: 'Engaged in employment discrimination'

In Santa Clara, California, the Dhillon Law Group on Thursday filed a complaint alleging that a doctor was 'forced' to resign due to speaking out against COVID-related policies.

March 13, 2023

California flooding problems grow as new storm reaches the state

A California levee break on a storm-swollen river has doubled in size Monday, as a new storm is headed towards the state. The break spilled floodwaters into agricultural communities.

March 13, 2023

Biden meets with prime ministers of UK, Australia as China threat intensifies

President Biden met with the prime ministers of the United Kingdom and Australia on Monday amid the growing threat of a strengthening China.

March 13, 2023

California woman's blindness is helping to change her body confidence for the better, she says

A California woman with a rare disease is losing her eyesight. Here's how she's gaining confidence by lessening the role that physical appearance plays in her happiness.

March 13, 2023

Man catches fish with bare hands in flooded California street: 'Going to have dinner tonight'

Man caught capturing a fish with his bare hands on a flooded street in California while the state prepares for its 11th atmospheric river of the winter.

March 13, 2023

California standoff between Los Angeles County deputies and shooting suspect ends after more than 2 days

A shooting suspect who barricaded himself inside a home in Valinda, California, and fired upon deputies was found dead Sunday, ending a two-day standoff, officials said.

March 13, 2023

Newsom's California pushes billions in reparations payments as state faces budget deficit disaster

California is considering giving billions to Black residents in reparations, raising questions about how a state already facing a massive budget deficit could afford it.

March 12, 2023

California crackdown: State busts over 130 people for supplying alcohol to minors

California's Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) cited over 130 in a statewide operation to crack down on adults buying alcohol for minors on Friday.