California
The latest on news on California and other states across the United States. Whether it's local news with national impact or important local stories that matter, Newsweek is following it all.
Ex-Pastor who confessed to murdering girl worked across the U.S.
David Zandstra ministered in churches across California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas between 1965 and 2005.
The 10 states Biden wiped out the most in student loan debt
The Biden administration said earlier in July that it will wipe out $39 billion in student loan debt held by more than 800,000 borrowers.
Universal Studios slammed after trimming trees giving shade to strikers
While actors and writers strike in Los Angeles, Universal Studios has been accused of illegally trimming trees that were providing shade to picketers.
Serial predator accused of attacking six women in California
Police in Los Angeles have asked the public for help locating Sergio Garcia, 21, in connection with a series of attacks on women in the Los Angeles area.
Dog goes missing from Las Vegas home, turns up 330 miles away
Chihuahua terrier mix Ryder ended up at a San Diego shelter after he went missing from a home in Las Vegas. Thankfully, he was reunited with his owner.
San Francisco shop owner attacked outside store slams crime-ridden city
Peterson Harter, the co-owner of sandwich shop Sandy's, said he's "fed up" with the city of San Francisco.
Building nearly disappears as Pine Flat Lake water levels rise
Water has submerged the parking lot and a bathroom building near the lake.
California E.coli outbreak update, map as warnings issued in multiple areas
Residents of the California towns of Burney and Yountville have to boil their drinking water for at least one minute to avoid being infected with E.coli.
Human West Nile virus case reported in California
Residents in Tulare County are being urged to be cautious as mosquitoes swarm during the summer months.
Man dies in Death Valley amid scorching temperatures
The 71-year-old Los Angeles resident died in the park on Tuesday, according to authorities, "likely" due to the extreme heat.
Bulldog, 10, tied to dumpster and abandoned with no note, water or bedding
"It could have been because of her advanced age, the owner's financial situation, or if there could have been something else going on," a rescuer told Newsweek.
Wedding caterer reveals what happened after bride gave her wrong date
Emmy Rener, the co-owner of Sophisticated Spreads, told Newsweek that the situation was "what my nightmares are made of."
Rescue dog's expression after stealing dad's sandwich goes viral: "sorry"
Indiana Bones looked set for an extended stay in the doghouse after eating all of her dad's fancy steak sandwich.
Woman getting married due to become Morgan Freeman, yes—you read that right
"Never a dull moment at work," said the server who shared pictures of the unusual bridal shower.
Girl, 1, fatally shot by toddler sibling after finding handgun: Police
San Diego County Sheriff's Department said the baby girl was shot in the head by her 3-year-old sibling and later died of her injuries.
California residents urged to limit air-con use during heat wave
As the state is blasted with over 100-degree Fahrenheit heat, energy operators are calling on residents to reduce their energy consumption to avoid outages.
Steve Bannon issues ominous warning to Kevin McCarthy over Matt Gaetz
"I got news for McCarthy...over our dead bodies will you do anything to Matt Gaetz," Bannon said.
Man's brain gets "fried" after suffering massive burns in Phoenix heat wave
"Any type of extreme heat that is going to occur might catch people off guard," one medical expert told Newsweek.
Woman jailed after pack of goldendoodles terrorized town
The woman's pack of over 20 dogs is accused of attacking other dogs and causing a nuisance in a California town.
Watch adorable blind rescue goat floating in pool with "favorite person"
"Every animal deserves this kind of a life," commented a user, while another wrote, "Livin La vita goata."
Newsom rips school board over rejected textbook with Harvey Milk reference
A California school district voted to reject a state-recommended curriculum due to a textbook included in the guidelines that mentions gay-rights icon Milk.
Record temperatures predicted in 4 states during severe heat wave
Peak highs will match or best historic records in some parts of the country this weekend, modeling suggests, as residents swelter in "oppressive" heat.
California Democrats block bill to make child trafficking a serious felony
The bill passed with unanimous bipartisan support in the state Senate and would classify child trafficking as a serious felony.
Bodycam video shows officer punching mom holding her baby during arrest
Sheriff Robert Luna said: "I found the punching of the woman in these circumstances completely unacceptable."
Student loan debt could be paid off to attract employees in California
Los Angeles County is trying to help its employees pay back their student debt so they can buy homes and have kids, things that they have been putting off.
Ron DeSantis' war with Disney handing one of his biggest rivals major win
Disney recently canceled a $1 billion project that would have seen more than 2,000 employees move to Orlando.
Proposal to fly Confederate flag in California decried as "abominable"
Carlsbad residents put forward suggestions for other flags to be flown at City Hall after a Pride one was approved to be placed there in June.
Man warns neighbors pet python that can eat cats and dogs has escaped
The 15-foot-long reticulated python named Big Mama is on the loose in a Los Angeles neighborhood and can swallow a medium-sized dog whole.
San Francisco offices are getting emptier
The city is still struggling with an increasing number of empty office spaces, even after the end of the COVID emergency.
Luxury California homes collapsing and sliding into canyon below
Multiple residents were forced to flee as some of the houses are still sliding deeper into the canyon.
