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September 27, 2023

Democrat San Francisco mayor announces plan to require drug testing, treatment to receive homeless services

San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced a new proposal to require welfare recipients to take a drug test and undergo treatment to receive benefits.

September 27, 2023

California karate instructors seen on video thwarting attempted carjacking, busting up suspects’ vehicle

Two suspects were sent running during an attempted carjacking in Oakland, California, after two good Samaritans began attacking their vehicle.

September 27, 2023

'Price Is Right' champ takes prize-winning trip to Switzerland, brings iconic 'Yodely Guy': 'We love this!'

A Long Island, New York, man who won a trip to Switzerland during an episode of "The Price Is Right" has brought the iconic "Yodely Guy" along for the adventure.

September 27, 2023

New California law gives the state more power over local school boards

California signed into law a bill that aims to fine school boards for having “insufficient instructional materials" based on an assessment by the State Department of Education.

September 27, 2023

Teen brags he'll get 'slap on the wrist' for killing ex-police chief in hit-and-run

The alleged teen menace accused of plowing into a retired police chief on his bike told officers that he'd be out of jail in under a month for the fatal hit-and-run.

September 27, 2023

Seabound bandits terrorize San Francisco Bay; some residents blame surge of nearby homeless camps

Harbor thieves in Oakland-Alameda Estuary use small abandoned or stolen boats to board yachts and large ships and steal what they can, residents and police say.

September 26, 2023

Reno, Nevada declared 'happiest place' in the nation based off community, outdoor access, and quality of life

Outside Magazine ranked Reno, Nevada the happiest city to live in based on factors such as climate change, diversity and a “municipal equality index."

September 26, 2023

Alaska double murder suspect targeted Florida sheriff with 'lasers that could blind for life': DOJ

A man accused of a double murder in Alaska faces charges related to allegedly threatening a Florida sheriff who denounced those distributing anti-Sematic flyers

September 26, 2023

Nevada man sentenced to life in prison for murdering pregnant girlfriend on tribal reservation

A Nevada man was sentenced to life in prison plus an additional 20 years after being convicted of murdering his pregnant girlfriend on a tribal reservation nearly three years ago.

September 26, 2023

Oakland small business owners sound alarm on crime: 'We are all dying'

Oakland's small businesses, including restaurants, convenience stores, clothing stores and even doctor's offices strike over city's crime on Tuesday.