Californians Still Not Prepared for Major Earthquake 22 Years After Northridge

Many people mistakenly think FEMA or other government agency will rebuild their home if it is damaged or destroyed in an earthquake.

Bill Would Boost Mental Health Services at Calif. Elementary Schools

Communities with higher rates of childhood trauma would be targeted.

Early Quake Warning System for West Coast? Funding Bill Headed for Vote

The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.

State Fines Four Water Agencies for Failing to Conserve Enough Water

However, most Californians are cutting back their water usage, the state water board says.

Initiative Seeks to Tax Wealthy Homeowners to Fund Programs for the Poor

The Secretary of State approved a signature gathering process for a measure that would tax homes worth more than $3 million.

Will the Governor Sign It? Legislature Passes Bill to Protect Firefighting Efforts From Drones

The governor vetoed another bill last week that would have protected residents from intrusive drone flights.

Senate Approves Vaccination Requirement for Day Care Workers

All day care workers in California would be required to get vaccinated if Gov. Brown signs a new law passed by the senate.

Bill to Penalize Drone Operators Passes Senate

The bill would fine drone operators up to $5,000 for interfering with firefighting efforts.

Drought Radio Station Will Help You Time Your Showers

The new “Water Lovers Station” on Pandora includes 100 five-minute songs to help you keep your showers short.

Push Underway To End Hazardous Chemical Use At CA Nail Salons

For employees' and customers' well-being, nail salons need to use safer products and improve ventilation, officials say.

Governor Signs Bill Banning Grand Jury Investigation of Police-Related Deaths

The governor said he signed the bill to bring the proceedings into the public eye.

Booze By Mail? It Could Happen

A Bay Area congresswoman is proposing the repeal of a Prohibition-era ban shipping alcohol through the mail.

Legalized Marijuana In CA Demands Heavy Regulation, New Report Says

Blue Ribbon Commission examined such policy issues as public safety and tax revenues if legalization initiative is placed on ballot.

Timetable to Fix Collapsed I-10 Bridge Could Be Announced as Early as Today

Motorists are advised to avoid I-10 travel and use detour routes.

EDD Launches New Service to Manage Unemployment Claims

UI Online will be available 24 hours and on also on smartphones and tablets.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Backers of Bottled Water Tax Initiative Gathering Signatures

The initiative proposes a five-cents per ounce tax on water bottled in California.

Raise the California Smoking Age to 21?

The California Legislature is trying to snuff out smoking by targeting the age group where most smoking begins.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Closed Saturday

Wait a week before cleaning out your garage.

Gov. Brown Signs $1 Billion Emergency Drought Package

The legislation includes assistance for homeowners in obtaining water efficient washing machines or dishwashers at no upfront cost.

California's 6,000 Sex Offender Parolees Getting Looser Restrictions

A state court struck down a restriction in Jessica's Law. 1,400 of the 6,000 parolees are transients.

California "Has Only About One Year of Water Supply Left in its Reservoirs"

Following dire warning by NASA water scientist, state imposes tougher restrictions.

13 Apply for City Council Vacancy

The City Council will select the new member on Jan. 20.

Sen. Morrell Honored by California Senior Legislature

The group "plays a significant role in keeping issues affecting aging Californians and their families at center stage in Sacramento."

Bill to Reduce Cell Phone Robberies Signed into Law

The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Ban on Wood Burning in Residential Fireplaces Includes Redlands-Loma Linda

Nestande Touts Endorsements for His Run to Unseat Ruiz in Congress

Freeman Stokes of Banning, Montford Point Marine, to Receive Congressional Gold Medal

UPDATE: Nestande Terminates Contract with D.C.-Based 'Guru' at Center of Campaign Finance Scandal

Registrar Accepting Nominating Papers for 23rd Senate District Race

A special election was ordered for the seat left open by the unexpected resignation of Sen. Bill Emmerson, R-Redlands, in November.

Two Confirmed Flu-Related Deaths in San Bernardino County

Schools, Social Services and the Environment Benefit from Budget Proposal

Gov. Jerry Brown unveiled a state budget today that provides for new spending on schools, health care, social services and environmental programs, officials said.

MIKE MORRELL: Good Budget Outlook Cannot Excuse for More Spending

Assemblyman Mike Morrell, R-Rancho Cucamonga, today issued a statement regarding Governor Jerry Brown’s proposed 2014-15.

Brown's 2014-15 Budget Increases School Funding for Neediest Students

UPDATE: Residential No-Burn Alert Extended to Saturday

District Says No Burning Wood in Residential Fireplaces Below 3,000 Feet Friday

California Non-Profit Seeks to Combat Government Dysfunction

Caltrans Lists Its Top Southern California Projects in 2013

Everyone has a list of top stories at year-end. Here's what Caltrans considers the biggest transportation news in Southern California.

REPORT: Private Foster Care a Danger to Children it Claims to Protect

Cases of abuse are scattered through the files of California's privatized foster care system, according to a City News Service report.