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.
Alleged leader of "Zizians" group arrested, linked to multiple US killings
Jack Lasota and Michelle Zajko were both arrested on Sunday.
Yosemite reservations hit amid Trump hiring freeze
Yosemite's inability to hire seasonal staff could be "catastrophic" for the national park, said a former superintendent.
California rejects insurance company's demand for rate hike
The state's insurance commissioner turned down an emergency request to increase home insurance rates.
California beach town wants cameras to stop migrants
San Clemente officials want federal authorities to install cameras along the shore, aiming to boost security.
Home insurance crisis: Are these states next?
The conditions that have created the ongoing insurance crises in California and Florida are likely to be replicated in other states, experts warn.
Could California face "Big One" earthquake soon?
California has been rocked by at least nine earthquakes since Thursday, raising fears that the "Big One" could be near.
California removes 850,000 people from health care plan
Despite the drop over the past two years, more Californians have access to public health care than before the COVID-19 pandemic.
California hit with another earthquake
The quake was felt as far as 20 miles away in Thousand Oaks.
More than one-third of Canadians support annexing these 3 states: Poll
Americans were less supportive of the three states joining Canada, according to the YouGov poll.
California's contaminated ocean sparks health concerns for Navy SEALs
Hundreds of Navy SEAL candidates became sick within a week of being exposed to the contaminated water.
Trump official hints at potential governor's run if Harris throws hat in
Trump envoy Richard Grenell said a Republican could have a shot at beating Harris if she announced plans to run for California governor.
Video shows "extreme" mudslides on California's Pacific Coast Highway
Heavy rain battered Southern California on Thursday and made for dangerous conditions near burn scars from recent wildfires.
Candy recalled in California: What to know as FDA sets risk level
According to the FDA, millions of people in the United States have food allergies or food sensitivities.
Proposed "MAGA" plaque at California library sparks anger
Plaque to commemorate Huntington Beach library's 50th anniversary features slogan Magical, Alluring, Galvanizing, Adventurous.
Woman reveals how ICE raid took her husband—"Political war"
"I don't have my husband, and my kids don't have a father," Loreal Duran told Newsweek.
California weather update: Locals evacuate as heavy rain causes chaos
A powerful storm fueled by an atmospheric river is drenching California, triggering evacuation orders and flood warnings.
Los Angeles mudslides sweep car into the ocean, video shows
Heavy rainfall hit Southern California throughout Thursday.
Los Angeles hit with mudslides and debris flow as roadways hammered
Los Angeles County is getting hit by severe weather Thursday night as burn scar areas are at risk.
A$AP Rocky judge reveals feelings on trial as he brings family to court
The judge presiding over the A$AP Rocky case reacted to the rapper's ongoing trial on Thursday.
Who are A$AP Rocky's kids? Rihanna brings children to trial
Singer Rihanna attended rapper A$AP Rocky's gun assault trial with their two children on Thursday.
Democrats favor Kamala Harris in California's governor race: Poll
Harris holds an early lead over other possible Democratic contenders in a new Emerson College poll.
Californians turn on Democratic Party
While it has historically been a firmly blue state, polls indicate the tide could possibly be turning.
Satellite video shows "strongest storm" of winter barreling into California
An atmospheric river slammed into the Golden State overnight and is causing dangerous conditions across the entire region.
Californians made to pay more for coverage to help bail out insurers
State regulators approved a $1 billion bailout of California's insurer of last resort so that it could continue paying claims.
California map reveals where state is sinking
NASA scientists used satellite measurements to map out local subsidence and uplift across the Golden State, which plays into local sea level changes.
Mel Gibson joins Gavin Newsom recall effort
Gibson, whose $14.5-million Malibu mansion burned down in the recent California wildfires, has previously been critical of the governor.
Angry activists, beer and DeepSeek: How Denmark bid for California was born
A satirical petition to "buy California" has over 238,000 signatures. Organizer Xavier Dutoit told Newsweek he thought up the campaign over a beer.
San Diego plane crash: Harrowing video shows military plane fall from sky
The two pilots ejected from the aircraft and were later rescued by a sportfishing boat.
Los Angeles evacuation warnings issued as risk of mudslides looms
Los Angeles is bracing for a storm expected to track over the city on Thursday, potentially dropping heavy rain.
