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The bill called for charges against adults who coerce or employ children to commit theft. Assembly committee members said it could be used against a hungry mom.

The governor highlighted a series of recent records set by the state’s power grid, including 40 out of the last 48 days operating entirely on clean energy.

The U.S. Senate candidate calls the demonstrations “organized support of terrorism” and urges political leaders to respond.

Justices heard arguments that laws against camping violate the Constitution’s ban on ‘cruel and unusual’ punishment. Cities hope for clarity.

Some weeds are healing treasures that harness the power of nature’s pharmacy.

At a panel discussion, defenders of the 2014 ballot measure say it ‘directly addressed the root causes.’ Opponents see a retail theft crisis.

Mr. Schiff, a Democrat, said he did not want to dwell on the incident.

Facing an overdose crisis, ‘we need to make all evidence-based treatment options as accessible as possible,’ said one expert.

London Breed’s plan, which she submitted to supervisors, would close corner stores and liquor stores between midnight and 5 a.m.

The Golden State maintained its position, following the United States, China, Germany, and Japan.

Mint Butterfield was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, flannel pajama pants, and black boots.

The bill sought to set a cap of $10 for monthly fixed charges, in contrast to the PUC’s plan to have tiered fixed rates.

About 10,000 people congregated in Beijing on a spring day in 1999, in one of the largest protests in China’s recent history—known as the April 25 appeal.

The measure would let Arizona doctors operate in California until Nov. 30, assuming Arizona voters will approve an abortion measure on their ballot.

Supporters say property owners should be rewarded for thinning brush and attending fire-related events. Insurers say they'd be shouldering more risk.

One bill requires shelters to publish the number of animals scheduled for euthanasia and kennel space available.

The vehicle crossed a double yellow line to pass a group on scooters and unicycles, the company said.

Suspects include a postal worker, a Sunday school teacher, and a captain with the San Jose Fire Department, said the Sacramento County sheriff.

The groups said the bill ignores existing labor laws and would impact the ability of some offices to operate efficiently.