Tag: california

Has Gov. Newsom Changed His Mind on Running for President?

Gavin Newsom, the current governor of California, appears to have changed his stance on whether he will run for president.  Previously, Newsom had repeatedly stated he was not interested in the position. In 2022 he told the San Francisco Chronicle that he has “sub-zero interest” in a presidential bid and later confirmed to Politico that […]

Trump Lashes Out at Biden and Newsom as Fires Rage Across California

Trump Lashes Out at Biden and Newsom as Fires Rage Across California

On Wednesday, as wildfires ravaged some of Los Angeles’ most iconic neighborhoods and thousands watched as their homes burned to the ground, President-elect Donald Trump took to social media to air out his grievances – and blame California Governor Gavin Newsom and sitting President Joe Biden for the natural disaster.  On Truth Social, Trump posted, […]

Two Kindergarteners in Critical Condition After School Shooting

Two Kindergarteners in Critical Condition After School Shooting

Around one pm on Wednesday, December 4, a gunman opened fire at the small Feather River School of Seventh Day Adventists in Palermo, California. When first responders arrived at the scene, they found two kindergartners, a five-year-old and a six-year-old boy, had been shot. The two were rushed to a local hospital in Sacramento in […]

California Introduces New Bill for Recycling Old Clothing

A newly introduced California bill could be the next best way to combat the effects of fast fashion. The Responsible Textile Recovery Act, or Bill SB 707, is a proposed bill requiring “a producer of apparel or textiles” to Join a “producer responsibility program.” This responsibility to the program would need to be approved by […]

California getting rid of “sell by” dates

California getting rid of “sell by” dates

Governor Gavin Newsom of California has signed legislation that he says will reduce food waste as well as California’s climate warming issues. The bill will make them the first state in America to ban “sell by” and “best before” dates on food items. Jacqui Irwin who created the bill released a statement on her decision, […]

California inmate’s Wife wins $5.6 million

California inmate’s Wife wins $5.6 million

In September of 2019, Christina Cardenas traveled four hours to visit her husband Carlos Eugene Cardenas in prison. Before allowing her to see her husband, she was escorted to the back of the visiting office where she was interrogated and searched. Although, X-rays showed no trace of any foreign object or substances on her person, […]

Massive Wildfires spread throughout California

Massive Wildfires spread throughout California

On July 24th a fire erupted in the Sacramento Valley city of Chico. Officials close to the situation have said that the fire was caused by arson. Just over two weeks later, this fire is still burning, wreaking havoc across California. The Park Fire has burned 414,000 acres across the state, the dry weather allowing […]

California city declares public health emergency amid tuberculosis outbreak

California city declares public health emergency amid tuberculosis outbreak

The City Council of Long Beach, California has declared a public health emergency in response to a local tuberculosis outbreak. The city’s health officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, declared the emergency last week after its health department detected 14 tuberculosis cases at a single-room occupancy hotel. The City Council vote on Tuesday night served as the […]

Blockbuster blizzard due to slam California with 12 feet of snow

Blockbuster blizzard due to slam California with 12 feet of snow

In the next few days, the mountainous parts of California are likely to see blizzard conditions brought on by a major winter storm that has the potential to bring huge amounts of snow, wind gusts reaching high speeds, and other unusual weather conditions. Those traveling face a significant threat as this storm is expected to blanket the state with the heaviest […]

California floods: Governor Newsom declares state of emergency

California floods: Governor Newsom declares state of emergency

California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Sunday amid flooding in parts of Southern California. He made this declaration specifically regarding eight California counties that are expected to be further impacted by the winter storm and flood: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernadino, San Diego, San Luis, Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.   […]

California firearm ban goes into effect amid legal challenges

California firearm ban goes into effect amid legal challenges

A new California law which would prohibit the carry of guns in most public places took effect Monday, following a federal appeals court ruling. The law, known as Senate Bill 2, prohibits anyone from carrying concealed firearms in 26 types of public spaces, including parks, playgrounds, sidewalks and parking lots in school zones, churches, zoos, […]

Hey! Are you enjoying NYCTastemakers? Make sure to join our mailing list for NYCTM and never miss the chance to read all of our articles!