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Advice from California: Pay attention to what Newsom does, not what he says
The California Way is an ideology that focuses policy and attention on all the wrong things. It's as much about attitude as it is about policy, for Gavin Newsom knows far better than you how to live your life. Newsom laughably touts California as...

Harris says she won't run for California governor
Washington — Former Vice President Kamala Harris won't run for California governor next year, she announced Wednesday afternoon in a statement. "In recent months, I have given serious thought to asking the people of California for the privilege to...

Kamala Harris will not run for California governor
Keep up with LAist. If you're enjoying this article, you'll love our daily newsletter, The LA Report. Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. Kamala Harris will not run for California...

Tsunami Waves Reach California as Officials Warn People to Avoid Beaches
Kite surfers were on Ocean Beach in San Francisco on Tuesday despite a tsunami warning. Scott Strazzante/San Francisco Chronicle, via Associated Press and the New York Times Tsunami waves hit California around 1am today and were making their way...
University Of California System Reaches Settlement In Campus Antisemitism Lawsuit
University of California to Invest Millions in Anti-Antisemitism Initiatives Following Agreement in Frankel v. Regents The University of California (UC) announced on Tuesday that it has reached a significant settlement in the case of Frankel v....
Kamala Harris won't run for California governor, ending months of speculation
Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced she is not running for governor in the upcoming California election. It had long been speculated as to whether Harris, who made an unsuccessful bid for president, would run for governor of the state...

Longmont Fire Wildland Team Deployed to Northern California for Second Time in July
Four members from the Longmont Fire Wildland Team, who are trained to respond to wildfires nationwide, were deployed to northern California on July 23 for a “severity” assignment. On July 23, four Longmont firefighters from the Longmont Fire...

Weathering change: Fewer cold fatalities, more heat emergencies in California
As temperatures rise, California is experiencing fewer deaths from cold temperatures, which outweigh increased deaths from extreme heat. However, hotter temperatures sharply increase emergency department visits – a previously overlooked...

Tsunami terror: Hawaii drenched in severe floodwater, waves strike mainland US in Northern California
Tsunami waves reached Hawaii after a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s eastern coast triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, affecting countries from the US to Japan. Tsunami waves reached Hawaii, California and Washington...

When was the last time a tsunami hit California?
It's been nearly 15 years since a tsunami hit the California coast. The first tsunami wave from the historically powerful magnitude 8.8 Russian quake on Tuesday was observed off the coast of La Jolla just after 2 a.m. Wednesday, but activity in...

Kamala Harris rules out California Governor run, reveals why she’s stepping away
Kamala Harris has formally announced that she will not enter the race for Governor of California, ending months of speculation about her political future. In a statement released on Wednesday (July 30), Harris said she reached the decision after...

Authorities Investigate Foreign Residents in Baja California Sur Renting Homes and Cars Illegally
La Paz, BCS - State authorities in Baja California Sur have opened an investigation into a growing practice by some foreign residents. These residents are renting out their homes and vehicles informally in tourist areas. The Secretary-General of...

The 10 most expensive U.S. metro areas to buy a home–half are in California
San Jose, California, is the most expensive U.S. metro area to buy a home for the second year running. With a median home price exceeding $1.6 million as of May 2025, the Silicon Valley city continues to lead the U.S. in high real estate costs,...

Tsunami Waves Have Reached Hawaii and California: What to Know
One of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded has resulted in authorities in Hawaii and California issuing tsunami warnings and advisories as waves and strong winds hit the coast. An 8.8-magnitude earthquake, tied for the sixth-highest ever...

1,000-Foot Mega-Tsunami Wave Could Batter California
SAN FRANCISCO – One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded has hit off Russia’s sparsely populated Far East, sending tsunami waves into Japan, Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast. RELATED: California hit with tsunami waves after massive 8.8...
Former VP Harris says she will not run for California governor in 2026
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will not run for California governor next year, ending months of speculation on the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee’s next steps after losing to President Donald Trump in the fall. “In recent months, I have...

Former Vice President Kamala Harris says she won't run for California governor
Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced Wednesday she will not be running for governor in her home state of California next year, despite much speculation. Since leaving office following her loss to President Donald Trump in the presidential...

Kamala Harris says she is not running for California governor
After months of speculation about her political future, former Vice President and San Francisco Bay Area native Kamala Harris has ruled out one option: governor of California. Harris said Wednesday that she will not enter the 2026 race to replace...
Kamala Harris Says She's Not Running For California Governor
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has shut down the idea of running for California governor as speculation continues over what her next move will be after the 2024 presidential election. On Wednesday (July 30), Harris released a statement...

Kamala Harris decides not to run for governor of California
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will not run for California governor, she announced Wednesday, ending months of speculation following her 2024 defeat to Donald Trump in the presidential race. "In recent months, I have given serious thought to...