Feb. 14, 2026
Hilton's CAL DOGE Alleges $370M in Cannabis Tax Funds Diverted to 'Leftwing Political Activism'
Investigation finds funds meant for substance abuse prevention instead used for voter registration, civic engagement, and 'social justice youth development'
Feb. 14, 2026
Long Beach Pilot Study Finds Immigrant Residents Face Barriers to Civic Engagement
Research identifies fear, knowledge gaps, and practical constraints limiting participation in city services and government processes.
Feb. 14, 2026
Jury Deadlocked in Trial of Stanford Students After 2024 Pro-Palestinian Protests
Judge declares mistrial after jurors fail to reach verdict on felony charges of vandalism and conspiracy to trespass.
Feb. 14, 2026
Activists Plan Billionaire Protest at Valley Fair Mall
Protesters aim to raise awareness about wealth inequality and corporate power.
Feb. 14, 2026
Mistrial Declared in Stanford Student Protest Case
Jury unable to reach verdict on charges against five students for 2024 pro-Palestinian demonstration
Feb. 14, 2026
Mistrial Declared in Stanford Student Protest Trial
Jury deadlocked on felony charges against 5 students over 2024 pro-Palestinian demonstration
Feb. 13, 2026
About 200 Sanger High students walk out over ICE deportations
Police patrol nearby as students protest immigration enforcement actions
Feb. 13, 2026
Clovis Police Charge Adults for Encouraging Student Protest
Authorities say adults who led students away from school during walkout could face misdemeanor charges.
Feb. 13, 2026
Beloved sandcastle sculptor banned by San Diego luxury hotel over 'political messages'
A decades-long tradition on the sands of Coronado Beach has reached an abrupt end, igniting a community uproar.
Feb. 13, 2026
Readers Urge Peaceful Resistance, Condemn Trump's Racist Video
Letters to the Editor address divisive politics, call for impeachment, and oppose mileage-based driving tax
Feb. 13, 2026
Prince Harry Joins Families Suing YouTube & Meta Over Child Deaths
Duke of Sussex expresses solidarity with bereaved parents in historic legal challenge against social media giants.
Feb. 12, 2026
Clovis Police Seek Charges After Student Walkout Over ICE
Authorities say adults were seen organizing and encouraging students to leave school without authorization.
Feb. 12, 2026
Former San Diego Teacher Accused of Posting Antisemitic Video
Nasreen Atassi's video claims Israel is "stealing" organs, sparking outrage in the Jewish community
Feb. 12, 2026
Los Angeles Teacher Fired After Helping Students During Protests
Ricardo Lopez says he was trying to prevent injuries, but school says he violated safety protocols.
Feb. 12, 2026
Readers Defend Overpass Protests in Response to Editorial
Letter writer argues editorial dismissing overpass demonstrations as 'narcissism' and 'futile optics' reflects a misunderstanding of the purpose of public protest.
Feb. 11, 2026
California tribe acquires 10,000-acre Sierra Nevada ranch in historic 'land-back' deal
The Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California purchased the Loyalton Ranch property, about 30 miles north of Lake Tahoe, for $6 million.
Feb. 11, 2026
Racial Discrimination Persists in California Colleges Despite Court Rulings
Activist professor fights group-based policies that favor some students over others
Feb. 11, 2026
Riverside County High School Students Stage Peaceful ICE Protest
Over 100 Beaumont High School students walked out of class to demonstrate against perceived abuses of power by the current administration and Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Feb. 11, 2026
Deputies Disperse Student Protesters with Pepper Spray During Traffic Stop
Incident occurred during Canyon High School walkout protesting ICE
Feb. 10, 2026
Female Athletes Confront CIF Over Title IX Policies
Lawmakers join female athletes in pressing California's high school sports governing body to protect girls' sports
