Often criticized as “shakedown lawsuits,” disabled people sue a small business whether or not they patronize it.
Many people mistakenly think FEMA or other government agency will rebuild their home if it is damaged or destroyed in an earthquake.
Communities with higher rates of childhood trauma would be targeted.
The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.
However, most Californians are cutting back their water usage, the state water board says.
The Secretary of State approved a signature gathering process for a measure that would tax homes worth more than $3 million.
The governor vetoed another bill last week that would have protected residents from intrusive drone flights.
All day care workers in California would be required to get vaccinated if Gov. Brown signs a new law passed by the senate.
The bill would fine drone operators up to $5,000 for interfering with firefighting efforts.
The new “Water Lovers Station” on Pandora includes 100 five-minute songs to help you keep your showers short.
For employees' and customers' well-being, nail salons need to use safer products and improve ventilation, officials say.
The governor said he signed the bill to bring the proceedings into the public eye.
A Bay Area congresswoman is proposing the repeal of a Prohibition-era ban shipping alcohol through the mail.
Blue Ribbon Commission examined such policy issues as public safety and tax revenues if legalization initiative is placed on ballot.
Motorists are advised to avoid I-10 travel and use detour routes.
UI Online will be available 24 hours and on also on smartphones and tablets.
Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?
The initiative proposes a five-cents per ounce tax on water bottled in California.
The California Legislature is trying to snuff out smoking by targeting the age group where most smoking begins.
Wait a week before cleaning out your garage.
The legislation includes assistance for homeowners in obtaining water efficient washing machines or dishwashers at no upfront cost.
A state court struck down a restriction in Jessica's Law. 1,400 of the 6,000 parolees are transients.
Following dire warning by NASA water scientist, state imposes tougher restrictions.
The City Council will select the new member on Jan. 20.
The group "plays a significant role in keeping issues affecting aging Californians and their families at center stage in Sacramento."
The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.
With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?
A special election was ordered for the seat left open by the unexpected resignation of Sen. Bill Emmerson, R-Redlands, in November.
Gov. Jerry Brown unveiled a state budget today that provides for new spending on schools, health care, social services and environmental programs, officials said.
Assemblyman Mike Morrell, R-Rancho Cucamonga, today issued a statement regarding Governor Jerry Brown’s proposed 2014-15.
Everyone has a list of top stories at year-end. Here's what Caltrans considers the biggest transportation news in Southern California.