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From Chino Valley School Board to Statewide Ballot: Sonja Shaw’s 2026 Bid
Chino Valley board president Sonja Shaw led California's June primary and will face Richard Barrera in the November superintendent race.
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Why some California schools are returning Prop. 28 arts money
Students face delayed music and arts classes as California schools return unspent Prop. 28 funding due to teacher shortages and strict rules.
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How California Pizza Kitchen rose, fell into bankruptcy and began rebuilding
Following a 2020 bankruptcy, California Pizza Kitchen was acquired by Consortium Brand Partners for $300 million in 2025.
Technology
MouthPad lets users control computers with their tongue — but access is limited
Augmental Technologies launched MouthPad, a custom mouthpiece allowing users with limited mobility to control computers with their tongue.
Education
What California schools could see if Gov. Newsom signs Huntington Beach senator’s health education bill
California students could learn about sleep, stress, and digital habits under a health education bill awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom's signature.
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Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care
Bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 10 after three weeks of intensive care, the Ojai Raptor Center said. State wildlife officials are investigating.
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Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center
The Ojai Raptor Center reported Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle's PCV fell to 13% as veterinarians treat her for worsening anemia in California.
Education
California Schools Face New All-Gender Restroom Requirement Under SB 760
California school districts must provide an accessible all-gender restroom on every K-12 campus under SB 760.
Health
Proposition 38 Faces Questions Over $4.2 Billion Earmark for Unnamed LA Research Institute
California's Proposition 38 would fund immunotherapy research with $8.4 billion in bonds; critics say $4.2 billion favors a UCLA-linked institute.
Weather
El Niño is strengthening, but the Atlantic hurricane season remains quiet for now
The National Hurricane Center forecast shows no US tropical activity for the next seven days as a strengthening El Nino limits Atlantic storms.
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$10 Million Raised to Buy Moon Camp Near Big Bear Lake and Protect Jackie and Shadow’s Habitat
San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust raised $10.5M to buy 62 acres at Moon Camp near Big Bear Lake, blocking a planned housing development.
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California
What Jackie the bald eagle’s blood transfusion means as her care continues in California
Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle is in critical care in California after a blood transfusion, as experts search for the cause of her…
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Bear walks into Crestline water district office, leaves without hurting anyone
A black bear entered the Crestline Village Water District office on Wednesday, leaving without causing injuries, surveillance video shows.
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Burger King’s new manager role and Whopper promise: what the changes mean for Florida diners
Burger King is launching a new manager role and a Whopper remake guarantee based on customer feedback, impacting diners in Florida.
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Special tomato-soy drink lowered inflammation markers in a small Ohio State study
A small Ohio State study found a special tomato-soy drink lowered inflammation-related proteins in adults with obesity after four weeks.
Arts and Entertainment
What Terrible’s reopening of Primm Valley Casino means for the border-town resort stop
Terrible's reopened Primm Valley Casino on July 22, restoring the Nevada-California border stop with 250 rooms and no resort fees.
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Brain tumor case renews interest in full-body MRIs, but doctors still urge caution
A brain tumor case renewed interest in full-body MRIs, but medical groups warn the scans may cause more harm than good for healthy adults.
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Officials point to lettuce in cyclosporiasis probe, while Taco Bell link remains unconfirmed
Health officials suspect lettuce in a cyclosporiasis outbreak of 843 cases, while a potential Taco Bell connection remains unconfirmed.
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What a resting heart rate can tell you about your health
Medical experts explain what a resting heart rate over 100 beats per minute means for your health and when you should consult a doctor.
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Education Department final rule ties federal aid to graduate earnings
Students may lose federal aid for college programs that fail to show graduates earn more than peers without the credential under a new US…
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What the UC Regents’ SAT and ACT debate could mean for California students
California high school students could see a return of SAT or ACT requirements for University of California admissions as early as fall 2028.
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Why KFC stopped calling itself Kentucky Fried Chicken — and why the myths keep hanging on
Fast-food giant KFC changed its name in 1991 to modernize its brand, debunking long-running myths about trademark fees and mutant chickens.
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Panasonic recalls more than 13,000 toaster ovens sold on Amazon and Costco over shock, fire risks
Panasonic recalls 13,700 toaster ovens sold online from October 2024 to April 2026 due to potential shock and fire hazards.
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Walmart summer price cuts show how hard retailers are fighting for budget-minded shoppers
Walmart is lowering prices on thousands of items nationwide this summer, targeting value-conscious shoppers with cuts on groceries and basics.
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Summit Fire Grows, Threatens Piñon Hills
The Summit Fire has grown to 2,581 acres, prompting evacuation warnings in Piñon Hills and Wrightwood as firefighters battle rapid wildfire spread.
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Orange County Fair opens in Costa Mesa for monthlong summer run
The 2026 Orange County Fair has opened at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, running from July 17 to Aug. 16…
Food and Dining
Costco food courts add chicken strips to California menus
Costco food courts in California locations like Los Feliz and Alhambra added $6.99 chicken strips to menus in July, replacing the calzone.