New California laws in effect July 1, 2026
A sweeping slate of new California state laws is in effect July 1, introducing strict regulations across public education, food safety, consumer technology, and transportation.
A sweeping slate of new California state laws is in effect July 1, introducing strict regulations across public education, food safety, consumer technology, and transportation.
5 companies conspired to drive up egg prices, Justice Dept. says
Five companies are accused of conspiring to drive up the price of eggs, the Justice Department announced on Tuesday.
Five companies are accused of conspiring to drive up the price of eggs, the Justice Department announced on Tuesday.
California among states hit hardest by child care costs, new data shows
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Think child care is expensive where you live? You’re probably right. A new report reveals the states where child care costs are eating up the biggest chunk of household income.
Dolly Parton opens ‘Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop’ off I-65 in Cornersville, Tennessee
Travelers traveling on Interstate 65 in Tennessee now have a new place to stop for fuel, some food, and a chance to rest with the opening of Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop.
Travelers traveling on Interstate 65 in Tennessee now have a new place to stop for fuel, some food, and a chance to rest with the opening of Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop.
Ford recalls over 741,000 vehicles due to issue with park system
Ford’s latest recall covers certain Ford F-150, Lincoln Aviator, Ford Explorer, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2021.
Ford’s latest recall covers certain Ford F-150, Lincoln Aviator, Ford Explorer, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2021.
America's lifespan has doubled since 1776 — experts reveal what changed
Americans today live roughly twice as long, on average, as they did when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Americans today live roughly twice as long, on average, as they did when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Don't dump that steak -- yet: The truth behind "best-by" dates
Researchers at Auburn University are hoping to improve upon the "sell-by" dates seen on packaged foods.
Researchers at Auburn University are hoping to improve upon the "sell-by" dates seen on packaged foods.
Hyundai recalls 96K Tucson SUVs as dashboards may go blank
Hyundai recalled nearly 100,000 SUVs over concerns that the instrument panel could reboot while the vehicle was being driven.
Hyundai recalled nearly 100,000 SUVs over concerns that the instrument panel could reboot while the vehicle was being driven.
American pride reaches lowest level in quarter century, poll finds
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
Golf tournament supports El Monte Police Officers Foundation
People are hitting the golf course for a good cause at the South Hills Country Club benefiting the El Monte Officers Foundation.
People are hitting the golf course for a good cause at the South Hills Country Club benefiting the El Monte Officers Foundation.
Airbnb deploys anti-party technology ahead of July 4 weekend
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Airbnb is rolling out its anti-party technology ahead of the July 4 weekend to address the risk of disruptive parties in communities around the country on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Mortgage rates edge higher amid Iran tensions, inflation uncertainty
Mortgage rates edged slightly higher this week, with the average 30-year fixed loan rising to 6.49%, according to Freddie Mac, while remaining relatively stable over the past six weeks.
Mortgage rates edged slightly higher this week, with the average 30-year fixed loan rising to 6.49%, according to Freddie Mac, while remaining relatively stable over the past six weeks.
As the World Cup brings the world to Los Angeles, Miya Miya is serving up a taste of Jordan
As the World Cup brings global fans to Los Angeles, viral West LA restaurant Miya Miya is serving up authentic Jordanian shawarma and cultural hospitality rooted in a son's tribute to his late father.
As the World Cup brings global fans to Los Angeles, viral West LA restaurant Miya Miya is serving up authentic Jordanian shawarma and cultural hospitality rooted in a son's tribute to his late father.
Major airline 'reluctantly' changes family policy amid investigation
Ryanair will "reluctantly" allow parents to sit with their children for free after an investigation into the practice was opened, bringing the airline in line with European industry standards.
Ryanair will "reluctantly" allow parents to sit with their children for free after an investigation into the practice was opened, bringing the airline in line with European industry standards.
Katsuya Uechi, sushi chef who helped redefine Japanese dining, dies at 67
Katsuya Uechi, the pioneering sushi chef whose Katsu-ya restaurants helped redefine Japanese dining in Los Angeles, has passed away.
Katsuya Uechi, the pioneering sushi chef whose Katsu-ya restaurants helped redefine Japanese dining in Los Angeles, has passed away.
Volkswagen reportedly considers closing 4 German factories, cutting up to 100,000 jobs
Volkswagen is reportedly considering closing four factories in Germany and eliminating up to 100,000 jobs as part of what could become the largest restructuring in the company's history.
Volkswagen is reportedly considering closing four factories in Germany and eliminating up to 100,000 jobs as part of what could become the largest restructuring in the company's history.
TSA urges travelers at LAX to plan ahead as World Cup matches continue
Despite a shocking loss to Turkey, the USMNT advances to the World Cup knockouts as LAX manages heavy traffic and the TSA enforces strict security rules.
Despite a shocking loss to Turkey, the USMNT advances to the World Cup knockouts as LAX manages heavy traffic and the TSA enforces strict security rules.
More Buc-ee's locations announced in national expansion
Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states.
Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Woman run over by lifeguard truck at Half Moon Bay beach
A 20-year-old woman lying on the sand was run over by a California State Parks lifeguard driving a pickup truck Wednesday afternoon at a Half Moon Bay beach.
A 20-year-old woman lying on the sand was run over by a California State Parks lifeguard driving a pickup truck Wednesday afternoon at a Half Moon Bay beach.