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Three state senators press UC to restore SAT test requirements, backing faculty outcry
Three Southern California Republican state senators press the UC Board of Regents to restore SAT testing for admissions, weighing new legislation as faculty demand tests return.
Off-duty North Tonawanda firefighter springs into action to help 12-year-old hit by vehicle
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- North Tonawanda Assistant Fire Chief Kyle Stevener was off-duty Saturday evening when he wasted no time helping a 12-year-old girl who was hit by a vehicle. North Tonawanda Police told WIVB News 4 on Wednesday that the 12-year-old is doing well. She's breathing on her own, talking and did not suffer [...]
Trump administration's wage cuts for seasonal farmworkers is unlawful, federal judge in California rules
The ruling is a win for farmworker advocates who sued the Trump administration last year, arguing that a Labor Department rule would "undercut and adversely affect" wages paid to U.S. workers.
'A voluptuous sex symbol.' Judge invokes Dolly Parton in overturning Texas 'drag ban'
U.S. District Judge David Hittner on Tuesday cited Dolly Parton in his decision to strike down Senate Bill 12, a 2023 law that sought to restrict drag shows in Texas.
CIA director warned Russia not to attack NATO countries during Moscow trip: Sources
CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow earlier this week in part to warn Russia not to attack NATO countries, sources familiar with the trip told ABC News.
California county's election drama worsens as official locks up contested ballots
Shasta County has condemned its registrar of voters, who has sought to hire a convicted election denier who served prison time to be his assistant.
Aug 26, 2026
BPS board approves new agreement with NFTA
Southern California has front-row seat for partial 'blood moon' eclipse: When to get the best view
Angelenos are exactly where they need to be to see Thursday's partial 'blood moon' lunar eclipse — provided the weather cooperates.
Southern California's scorching heat wave peaks: Here's how hot it will get and when it will end
Wednesday is forecast to be the hottest day of Southern California's worst heat wave of the summer. But some relief is in sight.
California, other states sue again to block new Postal Service rules for mail ballots
California and a coalition of other Democratic-led states sued again to block the U.S. Postal Service from implementing new nationwide rules for mail ballots.
Dolly Parton never forgot Tennessee, now the state pays tribute
The death of country music legend Dolly Parton sent shockwaves around the world, but most notably in her beloved home state of Tennessee.
A City of Commerce council member wants to run for an illegal fourth term
A City of Commerce City Council member is running for a fourth term despite a city law that appears to make that illegal.
The countdown is on: Energy and environment battles to watch before Sacramento closes out its session
With days left in the legislative session, California lawmakers are considering several high-stakes energy and environment bills.
