Jules Hotz for CalMatters
In the closing days of the legislative year, California lawmakers sent Gov. Gavin Newsom a bill that is meant to toughen scrutiny of the state’s embattled fire insurer of last resort by insisting that two of their leaders join its governing committee.
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A massive wildfire burning out of control in California’s Mojave National Preserve is spreading rapidly amid erratic winds. Meanwhile, firefighters reported progress Sunday against another major blaze to the southwest that prompted evacuations. -
Excessive heat warnings and advisories have expired for San Diego County Monday and monsoonal conditions are in the forecast for the start of the week, according to the National Weather Service. -
A Lincoln Acres Elementary School teacher is facing new charges involving a second minor victim. -
Climate change, drought conditions and brush buildup from record rainfall makes the city more prone to fires. -
A local journalist’s ongoing quest to review footage captured by CVPD drones is headed for a hearing before the 4th District Court of Appeals. -
Chula Vista city leaders will consider purchasing a motel to house unsheltered residents Tuesday. -
The proposal was introduced Tuesday in the form of an amended ordinance as part of a required first reading. -
Caltrans crews closed all northbound lanes of State Route 67 in the Lakeside/Ramona area Tuesday for an emergency sinkhole repair. -
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has failed to advance a study on gun violence along with recommendations, with supervisors deadlocking Tuesday on a 2-2 vote. -
An excessive heat warning has been issued Tuesday for San Diego County deserts with dangerously hot conditions and high temperatures expected through Saturday, the National Weather Service announced.
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