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$2.2 B California Solar Plant to Shut Down After Failing to Deliver

A $2.2 billion solar facility in California’s Mojave Desert—the Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System—is slated to close in 2026.

California Leads U.S. in Unemployment as Businesses Flee High Costs and Regulations

Despite Gov. Gavin Newsom’s repeated boasts about California’s economy ranking fourth in the world, the state is struggling to provide jobs for its residents. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, California had the highest unemployment rate in the nation in August at 5.5%, a figure unchanged from July. The Golden State is one of only a handful of states with an unemployment rate above 5%, well above the national average of 4.3%.

Newsom Teams With Brazil on Climate Deal

California and Brazil have struck a climate agreement hours after President Donald Trump condemned so-called "climate change."

California Scrambles to Keep Oil and Gas Companies From Leaving

California passes law allowing 2,000 new oil wells per year in Kern County to stop the oil and gas exodus.

Newsom Opens More Oil After Companies Flee State

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation that claims to lower electricity costs for the state and stabilize its gasoline supply.

Newsom Signs Bill Banning ICE Masks

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of bills blocking federal immigration agents from wearing masks.

Rampage Jackson’s Son Arrested After Viral Wrestling Attack

Raja Jackson, son of former UFC star Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, has been arrested on a felony assault charge stemming from a brutal attack caught on video last month. The incident took place on August 23 at a KnokX Pro Wrestling event in Sun Valley, California, where Jackson allegedly assaulted wrestler Stuart Smith, known professionally as “Syko Stu.” He reportedly entered the ring in street clothes, slammed Smith to the mat, and delivered a volley of blows even after Smith was unconscious.

California AB 7, College Preference for Descendants of Slavery

California lawmakers passed AB 7, a bill that allows colleges—including public universities and private institutions—to give admissions preference to students who can prove they are descendants of enslaved people. The bill says these schools may consider this preference, rather than mandating it, and only if it doesn’t conflict with federal law. The goal is to address historic exclusion and systemic harm stemming from slavery.

California Passes Bill to Ban ICE Agents from Wearing Masks

California’s State Senate approved a bill co‑sponsored by Senator Scott Wiener that would prohibit federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers from wearing masks while on duty. The measure is now headed to Governor Gavin Newsom, who must decide whether to sign it into law.

Gavin Newsom Condemns Kirk Shooting After Violent Rant

California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned Wednesday’s shooting of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk—but his words of concern come just weeks after he used violent rhetoric to attack Republicans.

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