California enters 2026 drought-free as wildfire communities mark a painful anniversary, sweeping new laws take effect, technology accelerates, and the…
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Bob Weir’s Tributes from Fellow Musicians Are Pouring In
Bob Weir, the iconic guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78. His family shared the…
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Forever Driftin’ and Dreamin’: Remembering Bob Weir, California’s Musical Pioneer
“Bobby will forever be a guiding force whose unique artistry reshaped American music,” the official statement announcing his death said.…
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The Red Pill: The Crisis Men Are Facing in Life and Love Today
In a world of gender disparity, men are experiencing growing pains in their daily lives and romantic relationships
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Live-Action ‘Tangled’ Film Casts Teagan Croft as Rapunzel, Milo Manheim as Flynn Rider
Australian Titans star and Dancing with the Stars finalist to headline live-action Tangled movie
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Interested in Donating to Renee Nicole Good, the Woman Killed by ICE? Make Sure It’s Endorsed by the Family
Following Renee Nicole Good’s death, the public is urged to exercise caution: anyone considering donations in her memory should ensure…
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One Year After the Palisades and Altadena Fires, Communities Continue Slow, Uneven Recovery
A year after the devastating Palisades and Eaton Fires, survivors return to charred neighborhoods, confronting slow rebuilding, lingering trauma, and…
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Mickey Rourke Faces Eviction, Fans Step In and Generously Give to GoFundMe
Mickey Rourke faces eviction from his Los Angeles rental as fans rally through a GoFundMe campaign. Rourke says “ Get…
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California on the Move: Driving Trends and the Most Popular Cars of 2026
California’s 2026 car culture blends tech, nostalgia, and survival. From traffic-choked L.A. to Inland Empire commutes, EVs, hybrids, and performance…
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Star Trek’s John Cho Speaks to Asian Representation in Hollywood
John Cho describes getting into shape for the action film, his goal for more Asian visibility in film and TV…
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Maduro Ousted by U.S.: California Communities React as Legal and Policy Concerns Mount
Venezuelan communities in California react to Trump’s removal of Maduro, celebrating some victories while questioning oil interests, pardons of drug…
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Bring Your Own Bag—But Not Your Fridge: California’s Biggest New Laws for 2026
California's new laws for 2026 affect renters, workers, and families, from minimum wage increases and plastic bag bans to phone-free…
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A Fresh New Look: SW Newsmagazine in 2026
Just in time for its tenth-year anniversary, Editor-in-Chief Anne Howard leads SW Newsmagazine into 2026 with a fresh design, standout…
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