Homeowners warned against taking squatters to court
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has taken up the issue, saying "We are putting an end to the squatters scam."
California snow map shows which areas will have "major impact"
The second of three back-to-back systems is currently hitting California, resulting in "hazardous" driving conditions in some areas.
Russian state TV proposes seizing Alaska and California
State TV propagandists routinely float the idea of either striking or seizing the territory of NATO members.
California rain map shows cities to be hit hardest by "significant" storm
The incoming storm could be the last of the late winter/early spring season for Southern California.
California city wants to become transgender 'sanctuary'
California's capital city is set to consider a resolution making it a "sanctuary city" for transgender people.
California snowpack update as three storms hit back-to-back
The first storm hit over the weekend, and the second is expected to begin by Wednesday.
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California vineyards face "decline in wine quality"
California and other wine regions around the globe could be in serious trouble if global temperatures rise 2 degrees Celcius.
McDonald's workers land pay rise—but customers warned
Starting April 1, the minimum wage for fast food workers in California will go up to $20—but chains are warning of a hike in menu prices.
Kia EV9 vs. The Desert: Stress testing the electric SUV in extreme heat
Kia engineers invited Newsweek to join them as they tested the EV9 under maximum heat and weight strain in the American Southwest.
Californians get new help as insurance crisis leaves homeowners stranded
Federal Emergency Management Agency said San Diego residents affected by a storm in January can get assistance.
Californians take squatting crisis into their own hands
Lando Thomas, one of the business owners behind Southern California-based Squatter Squad, has been removing squatters since 2018.
California "overlooking" ways to save water, study suggests
While some legislation sets out extreme methods to save water, this new study says there are simple, less extreme steps that could be taken.
California city to get nearly month's worth of rain in four days
California has faced an abnormally wet winter as moisture-laden storms and atmospheric rivers dumped a deluge of rain.
Map shows 8 states bracing for new winter storm
The storm will deliver a "one-two punch" to one area as a second storm follows in its wake.
California food program in danger
Everyone who earns an annual income of $18,954 or less qualifies for the food assistance program.
California sharing license plate data with anti-abortion states
Several law enforcement agencies are reportedly rejecting guidance from California Attorney General Rob Bonta to not share the data.
California sees surge in migrants from Haiti
Migrants were seeking refuge in California even before gang violence erupted in Haiti and displaced tens of thousands.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce lunch video goes viral
Swift and Kelce had an al fresco dining session at the exclusive Nobu restaurant in Malibu.
Full list of California stores that have closed due to crime
Several companies have recently closed their stores in cities like Oakland and San Francisco because of a rise in retail theft.
California snowpack hits 14-year milestone
Three back-to-back late-season winter storms will hit the Golden State this weekend and next week.
California's new plans to solve home insurance crisis
California's insurance commissioner unveiled a new plan to let insurance companies use specific models around future catastrophes.
Weather alert issued as drivers warned of 4 feet of snow in one state
Despite the arrival of spring this week, more snow is on the way for California.
Yosemite braces for another winter storm
"Don't get too excited for spring weather quite yet," the national park warned prior to another winter storm set to hit California.
Dog returned to shelter year after adoption still struggling 380 days later
Roxy was born in a shelter and adopted as a puppy, but a year after being adopted into what she though was her forever home, she was sent back.
California hit by fresh home insurance blow
The state's largest private insurer, State Farm, said it will stop offering policy renewals to homeowners starting this summer.
How California's largest reservoir could change after next storm
The lake has risen 8 feet since the start of the month.
California's jobs market is in trouble
California has been struggling to add new jobs to its economy, trailing behind the national curve—why?
US border spot sees migrant crossings plunge 90 percent
Mexico's National Institute of Migration said crossings in an area east of San Diego have significantly decreased since December.
Woman looks for missing golden retriever—doesn't expect where she finds him
Alyssa's roommate couldn't find Coby in any of his usual spots, but she need not have worried too much.
California woman shocked at huge tax bill: "How am I going to survive?"
Every year, taxpayers are startled to find their income as an independent contractor or business owner taxed at a higher rate than imagined.