Election
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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Military
Polaris Missile Finds New Home at China Lake Museum
A U.S. Navy Polaris missile moved from NAWS China Lake to the China Lake Museum in Ridgecrest, preserving Cold War history.
Education
Why California schools are returning some Prop. 28 arts money
Students face fewer new arts classes as California school districts return voter-approved Proposition 28 funding due to teacher shortages.
Science
What the CALM Zoo ballot initiative would do — and what remains unclear
Kern County supervisors placed a sales tax initiative to fund the CALM Zoo on the November 2026 ballot, though many project details remain unclear.
Technology
MouthPad lets users control devices with their tongue — but it costs $1,400
Augmental launches U.S. sales of its $1,400 MouthPad, a custom mouthpiece helping users with limited mobility control devices with their tongue.
Education
California bill by Huntington Beach Sen. Tony Strickland would add health habits to school framework
Students could learn about sleep, nutrition, and digital balance under SB 1133, which awaits action by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Environment
Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after weeks of intensive treatment in California
The Ojai Raptor Center announced that Jackie, a famous Big Bear Valley bald eagle, died on August 10 after weeks of intensive veterinary care.
Environment
Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill as anemia worsens at Ojai Raptor Center
Ojai Raptor Center reports Big Bear bald eagle Jackie is in critical condition after her PCV blood level dropped to 13% in its latest…
Weather
Strengthening El Niño is suppressing Atlantic hurricane activity, but forecasters say the season is not over
The National Hurricane Center expects no US tropical threats over the next seven days, but advises Gulf Coast residents to monitor daily outlooks.
Health
California
What Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle’s blood transfusion means for her recovery
Jackie, the Big Bear bald eagle, is in critical care in California after a blood transfusion, but caregivers say she is showing some improvement.