Category: Califonia

Thousands Reported Without Power After 6.4 Earthquake Strikes Offshore California

A strong 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of northern California on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said, leaving thousands without power. The earthquake, which struck at 2:34 a.m. (1034 GMT), was about 10 miles (16.1 km) deep, USGS said, and struck about 7.4 (12 km) west-southwest of Ferndale, California, a Humboldt County town about…


2 Injured, Thousands Without Power After Strong Quake Rattles Northern California

A strong 6.4-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of northern California on Tuesday injured two people, damaged a bridge and several roads, and left thousands of homes and businesses without power. The earthquake struck at 2:34 a.m. local time (1034 GMT) and was about 10 miles (16.1 km) deep, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)…


Tree Falling on PG&E Electric Line Started Northern California’s Dixie Fire in July: Officials

Officials in California on Tuesday said that wildfires that scorched across northern parts of the state last summer were caused when a tree fell on an electrical line owned by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). In a statement, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, or Cal Fire, said that following a “meticulous and…


New Legal Tactic Serves Both Sides of Abortion Battle

As the political battle over abortion continues, both sides have started using private cause-of-action laws in attempts to tip the balance. Unlike typical laws that rely on government enforcement, private cause of action laws don’t have a government penalty attached for breaking them. Instead, lawbreakers can get sued by private citizens. In theory, private cause…


The Only Way Republicans Could Displace Gavin Newsom

Commentary It’s going to be hard. Nearly impossible—but still possible. Gov. Gavin Newsom can be recalled and replaced with a Republican. Following my previous article, “Newsom Versus Davis: A Review of Two Very Different Recalls,” here’s how Republicans could have a chance at recalling Newsom, and replacing him. This is based on both what happened…