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The Real Treasure Island: The Hidden Gold Rush Ghost Towns of California

California, often synonymous with sun-kissed beaches and bustling cities, harbors a secret world steeped in history and mystery. Beyond the glitz and glamour, nestled within its rugged landscapes, lie forgotten gems of the past – the ghost towns of the Gold Rush era. These towns, once teeming with life and hope, now...
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Bakersfield man gets 12 years, 4 months for pistol-whipping girlfriend

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man was sentenced to prison on Wednesday after repeatedly pistol-whipping his girlfriend, causing her to have a broken jaw. Kern County Superior Court Judge Charles R. Brehmer said he considered the mitigations and aggravations in the case of Stephen Alan Swain at the sentencing...
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California bill aims to strengthen property rights against squatters

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Assemblyman Carl DeMaio has introduced a new bill, AB 897, aimed at strengthening property rights and reducing the number of squatters in California. The proposed legislation seeks to provide landlords with more authority to evict squatters by defining unlawful squatting, creating an...
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Over Half of California’s Coastline Warned of Dangerous Ocean Conditions

Swimmers and beachgoers were advised to remain on alert on Wednesday and, in some places, avoid going into the ocean.
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Tech company reportedly laying off nearly 1,000 workers, including 240 in California

The Jack Dorsey-led financial tech company previously shed its San Francisco headquarters designation but has its biggest office in Oakland.
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Report says federal cuts could lead to a $17 billion economic loss and 140,000...

CALIFORNIA – A new report published by the Commonwealth Fund, on March 25, found that federal Medicaid and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cuts could result in 140,000 million jobs lost in California and the state’s GDP falling by $17 billion in 2026.
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Epic Powder Alert: California Preps for 48 Inches of Snow

All eyes are on the Sierra as the storm door is wide open through the start of April.
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One of California’s oldest craft breweries sold to surprising new owner

The owner has plans to develop the brewery in new directions.
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California moves to ban kids from buying skincare: “Pretty ridiculous that children are worried...

Sacramento, California – For the second year in a row, California lawmakers are taking aim at an unexpected
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Backyard Chicken Farming booms in the Coachella Valley

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) - Despite a steady drop in wholesale egg prices, many California shoppers say they're still paying high prices at the store. In the Coachella Valley, an increasing number of frustrated shoppers are turning to backyard chicken farming for some solace during these 'egg-spensive' times. Driven by a...

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