San Francisco’s Friday morning came to a halt as the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system suffered a complete shutdown due to a computer network failure, underscoring the vulnerability of outdated American infrastructure—even after the Biden administration poured billions into it. Tens of thousands of commuters were stranded during rush hour in one of the nation’s most liberal strongholds, as the transit system that services over 150,000 daily riders ground to a halt.
A stunning new report reveals that artificial intelligence bots posing as college students have siphoned off millions of taxpayer dollars in federal and state financial aid, targeting California’s community colleges. These so-called “ghost students” are part of a growing financial fraud scheme exploiting the ease of enrollment in virtual classes.
A new report from California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) paints a bleak picture of the state’s economy, describing it as “stagnant” and “fragile,” with job losses, falling consumer spending, and unsustainable reliance on stock market gains driving serious fiscal concerns. The warning is backed by multiple indicators showing the state slipping toward recession territory.
A new UC Berkeley poll reveals that a clear majority of California voters believe Governor Gavin Newsom is prioritizing his national political ambitions over addressing the state’s mounting problems. Voters now view Newsom more as a presidential hopeful than a public servant, by more than a two-to-one margin.
Gas prices in California may hit a staggering $8.44 per gallon by the end of 2026, driven by the shutdown of two key refineries and the implementation of new state fuel regulations, according to a new analysis. The findings, published by University of Southern California professor Michael A. Mische, project that these closures—representing one-fifth of the state’s refining capacity—could create a severe supply shortfall amid steady demand.
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that he is seeking to partner with President Donald Trump on the proposed plan to implement tariffs on films made outside the United States.
A record-breaking 7,750 people made a public profession of faith in God during a massive baptism event Saturday in Huntington Beach, California. The “Baptize California” movement, now in its second year, drew thousands to the beach to participate in what organizers are calling the largest single-day baptism in U.S. history.
Two Israeli nationals were found murdered in separate homes in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley on Saturday, with police confirming that the brutal killings occurred just hours apart. While authorities have not established a direct link between the homicides, the back-to-back murders have left the Jewish community on edge.
California Democrats have gutted a bipartisan bill that would have made it a felony to solicit sex from minors of any age, including 16- and 17-year-olds. Despite backing from Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom and Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, Democratic legislators on the Assembly Public Safety Committee stripped the felony provision from Assembly Bill 379, drawing national backlash.
