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The legislation still needs to clear the Senate and president's desk but would ensure emergency communications can reach Americans in more remote communities, like rural, older and tribal populations. 

Kendra Weber, a Kings County Superior Court judge, has been charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence for the death of bicyclist Bryan Leroy Garcia in a September 2025 crash near Hanford. The charge was filed by the California Department of Justice after a year-long investigation. Prosecutors emphasize that the charge is an allegation, and Weber is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

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Philip takes a look at a new investigation by the California High-Speed Rail Office of the Inspector General found that the Rail Authority improperly reimbursed consultants for roughly $600,000 in questionable travel expenses, including luxury flights and trips to gyms and entertainment venues. The report concluded that oversight failures, poor documentation, and noncompliance with state rules allowed the spending to occur, adding another controversy to California's already embattled high-speed rail project. 

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The Dome Fire is an active wildfire burning in southern Yosemite National Park near Wawona Dome and Chilnualna Falls. 

The family of Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, has filed a formal notice of claim alleging that a series of security failures by Utah Valley University (UVU) contributed to his assassination during a campus event in September 2025. The filing preserves the family's ability to pursue a wrongful-death lawsuit. 

Newly released federal documents reviewed by the U.S. Senate reveal that Thomas Matthew Crooks, who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump during a July 13, 2024 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, exhibited a series of troubling behaviors before the attack that a former FBI agent describes as major warning signs. 

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Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) has introduced eight articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth, marking the first major effort by a Republican member of Congress to remove a Cabinet official from President Donald Trump's administration. 

The proposal has become one of Hilton's signature campaign promises as he seeks to distinguish himself from Democratic rivals, including Xavier Becerra. Supporters view the plan as an example of disruptive reform, while critics characterize it as politically appealing but operationally difficult to implement. 

A study highlighted by the University of Cambridge found that people who use profanity more frequently may actually be more honest, challenging the common assumption that swearing is associated with poor character or low moral standards. The research was published in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science. 

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Philip and Major Slatic take a look at a report that says researchers are increasingly examining a Reverse Flynn Effect, in which younger generations, including Gen Z, may be experiencing declines in certain cognitive abilities compared with earlier generations. The article points to educational performance data and expert testimony suggesting that technology use, especially excessive screen exposure, could be one factor behind the trend, though the issue remains the subject of ongoing scientific debate. 

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404 Media reports that a campaign has sought to characterize opposition to Flock Safety's camera network as Chinese-influenced propaganda. Critics reject that characterization, arguing that resistance to Flock stems from genuine concerns about privacy, mass surveillance, and the lack of meaningful oversight of powerful vehicle-tracking technology. The dispute reflects the broader national debate over how much surveillance law enforcement should be permitted to deploy in the name of public safety. 

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Internal union investigations found evidence that Dave Regan, the labor leader behind California's billionaire tax campaign, used threats and intimidation while seeking support for Proposition 40. Regan denies the allegations and claims he is being targeted because of his advocacy for the measure. The controversy adds another layer of conflict to an already bitter battle over one of California's highest-profile ballot initiatives. 

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Former Newsom chief of staff Dana Williamson, who pleaded guilty to fraud, tax, and false-statement charges in a major political corruption case, is seeking to postpone her Sept. 17 sentencing after undergoing surgery. Because the court filings have been sealed for medical privacy reasons, the exact nature of the health issue remains unknown. 

A federal investigation involving Gavin Newsom is reportedly examining the California State Protocol Foundation, a nonprofit organization that helps pay for the governor's international travel and official protocol-related activities. The report is based on subpoenas reviewed by the San Francisco Standard. 

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A memorial statue honoring late conservative activist Charlie Kirk was vandalized with red spray paint just days after it was unveiled outside the headquarters of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in the Phoenix area. Police are investigating the incident. 

The Fox News article centers on juror Paula Devlin's statement that members of the jury viewed the Lindsay Clancy trial as an opportunity to help prevent similar tragedies and improve awareness of women's mental health. The comments drew criticism from legal analysts who argue jurors should base verdicts solely on the facts and law of the case, not on potential social outcomes. Meanwhile, the mistrial leaves prosecutors to decide whether Clancy will face a second trial. 

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Federal authorities have arrested a California man accused of orchestrating a scheme in which homeless individuals on Los Angeles' Skid Row were allegedly paid to sign ballot petitions using the stolen identities of registered voters. Callers check in with their experiences with homeless programs. 

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