August 2026
Americans just endured the hottest month in 132 years
This July’s average temperature was about 3 degrees higher than the 20th century average.
435 arrests, $12 million in OT, few lessons learned: LAPD issues report on ICE protests
A report issued Tuesday by the LAPD detailed challenges the department faced when responding to protests last year, but said officers performed well when dealing with unruly crowds. Critics said it failed to address injuries caused by use of less-lethal weapons and aggressive actions by officers.
As Americans bet on elections, L.A. officials weigh how to safeguard voters
L.A. County could become among the first major election jurisdictions to implement guidance or policy related to prediction markets.
Jellyfish swarms knock out 3.2 gigawatts of French nuclear power
Jellyfish have forced Electricite de France to shut three units at its Gravelines nuclear power plant and reduce output at a fourth amid hot weather.
Becerra, Hilton offer promises on AI, gas prices, healthcare — and starkly contrasting views
The two candidates for California governor came to Sacramento offering policy agendas that were both sweeping and vague. Both were quick to belittle the promises by their rival.
‘You gave us hope’: Fans of famed Big Bear bald eagle Jackie respond to her death
For some, Jackie was a model of motherhood and perseverance. Readers share emotional tributes to the beloved Big Bear bald eagle.
California to phase out paraquat, a powerful weedkiller associated with serious health issues
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation said all manufacturers of pesticide products containing paraquat have “voluntarily canceled” their product registrations.
From milk to snack foods, more products are going ‘regenerative’
When Michael Ham first began handing out samples of his company’s tea to Whole Foods shoppers in 2024, explaining that it was grown using regenerative farming on South Korea’s Jeju Island, he was often met with blank stares.
Plastic made from sugar could substitute for plastic forks, which are shedding microplastics
At a Massachusetts lab, pebble-sized pellets are transformed into forks and films that won’t leave microplastics in the environment
Court halts Shasta County measure that eliminates most mail-in voting — for now
A Shasta County Superior Court judge has halted a voter-approved measure that would eliminated most mail-in voting