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01/05/2026

Catch up with the latest CA consumer and business news, plus under-the-radar stories and the week's best sales and freebies.

01/04/2026

From iconic actors and musicians to activists and political leaders, here’s a look at some of the people we said goodbye to in 2025.

From iconic actors and musicians to activists and political leaders, here's a look at some of the people we said goodbye to in 2025.

01/04/2026

A slate of new California laws rolling out in 2026 could lower insulin costs, expand patient privacy protections and more.

01/04/2026

Recent fatal and nonfatal shark incidents cause alarm, but experts stress the low statistical risk and offer insight into shark behavior.

01/04/2026

Nearly 300 U.S. chains have already announced store closures in 2026, according to research by Business Insider.

01/04/2026

Take a look at the biggest upcoming movies of 2026, from major franchise returns to new releases already building early buzz.

01/04/2026

Farming Magnate Charged In Estranged Wife's Death | Crate of Puppies Abandoned On Road | Suburbanite Ran International Hate, Terrorism Ring

01/04/2026

East Bay Spelling Bee champion offers coaching to kids; teens donate holiday treats to kids in need, and more nice news.

01/03/2026

Authorities identified the final two of three hikers who were found dead this week off a dangerous California mountain trail. For details, click the link in the comments below.⬇️

01/03/2026

Some of the victims vanished decades ago, and another as recently as 2025.

01/03/2026

We took a look back weird 2025 headlines, found some surprising themes, and even answered the question, “Where does the lone sock go?”

We took a look back weird 2025 headlines, found some surprising themes, and even answered the question, "Where does the lone sock go?"

01/03/2026

The average Social Security recipient will see a monthly increase. How much will yours change?