California Gets Ready To Defy Trump's Washington
In the Obama administration, Republican-dominated states such as Texas often sought to block the president's agenda. In the Trump era, California may play that same role.
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California Is First State To Set Energy-Efficiency Limits For Computers
The California Energy Commission approved standards for the amount of energy computers and small servers can use when they are on, off, idling or asleep. The rules will roll out between 2018 and 2021.
Uber Launches Self-Driving Cars In California, Over State's Objections
Does Uber need a permit to test self-driving cars in San Francisco? "We don't believe we do," the company says. But the state Department of Motor Vehicles disagrees and is threatening legal action.
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Shakes California
The U.S. Geological Survey said the epicenter was about 100 miles off the coast and that there was no risk of a tsunami. Residents in Ferndale, Calif., said they felt the earth "roll" under them.
In House Majority Leader's Home District, Many Depend On Health Law He Wants To Scrap
Some constituents of Rep. Kevin McCarthy who favor the law, or rely on it, see a conflict between his stated goals as a national leader and the needs of so many people in his home district.
Hillary Clinton's Popular Vote Lead Is 1.7 Million And Growing. Here's Why
There are still 2 million ballots left to count in California. Most of those votes will likely go to Hillary Clinton, further running up her lead in the popular vote.
Will Legal Marijuana Lead To More People Smoking Tobacco?
California boasts one of the lowest rates of tobacco smoking in the nation. Researchers worry that pot smoking will lead the way to cigarette smoking.
What Happens To Medicaid In California Under A Trump Administration?
California made a huge effort to enroll people in Medi-Cal under the Affordable Care Act. Two-thirds of those people are minorities. If Trump dismantles Obamacare, the change could hit them hard.
Dead Man Wins City Election In California; Female Rival Calls Foul
A prominent city councilman had urged voters to re-elect Gary Ernst rather than challenger Nadine Scott — despite Ernst's death in September.
From Maverick AIDS Activist To Porn Cop: The Man Behind Proposition 60
In California, voters will weigh in on whether adult film performers should be required to use condoms on porn sets. The measure is backed by a controversial figure in gay activism: Michael Weinstein.