Southern California's waterways might soon see less protection. The EPA is redefining what counts as "waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act. This change could mean more pollution in the region's flood control channels, which might no longer be seen as protected waters. The EPA's ne
Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt
Southern California's emergency services are facing a growing problem: fake calls, known as swatting, are wasting precious time and resources. These hoax calls trick police into sending SWAT teams to non-existent crises, causing real fear and disruption. Students, like Sabrina Wong from Blair High
Southern California has been enjoying unusually warm weather, making it feel like summer. The inland areas of Orange County saw temperatures soaring into the mid-80s on January 14th, which is about 15 degrees higher than what's normal for this time of year. Even the coastal areas were warmer than us
Law enforcement has always been quick to adopt new tech, from scanners that read license plates to cameras that recognize faces. Now, AI is stepping into a big part of police work: writing reports. The U. S. Department of Justice says some police departments are using AI software linked to body came
Lawmakers are stepping up to challenge the president's decisions. On Thursday, Republicans in the House planned to override two vetoes from the president's second term. These vetoes were on bills that seemed like no-brainers. One bill was about a pipeline to bring clean water to parts of Colorado. T
Southern Colorado is in for a chilly night, with temperatures dropping into the 30s. The winds will calm down as the evening progresses, and the area will stay dry. The forecast for Tuesday suggests a mild day, with temperatures reaching the 50s and low 60s. However, a breeze will be present throug
Law firms are teaming up at a faster pace. In 2025, there were 59 mergers. That is 18% more than the year before. Experts say this trend will continue in 2026. The main reason? Size matters. Bigger firms have more money. They can afford to pay top dollar for skilled lawyers. They can also invest in
Southern Oregon is bracing for strong winds this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Saturday and Sunday. Expect south winds blowing 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph. In higher areas, gusts could even reach 65 mph. These winds can be dangerous. They can knock o
Lawmakers in California have their eyes on what Governor Newsom might highlight in his upcoming State of the State address. They're hoping he'll tackle some big issues, like how taxpayer money is being used and how to make the state safer and more resilient. One senator, Tony Strickland, wants the
