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North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force
South Korea says North Korea has launched a close-range ballistic missile and other weapons toward the sea. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said that Tuesday's launches prompted it to…
Attacks from suspicious residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola
Health workers responding to a rapidly spreading outbreak of a rare type of Ebola in eastern Congo face two threats. They risk contracting the virus and encounter hostility from wary…
Supreme Court rejects Florida’s bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants
The Supreme Court rejected Florida’s attempt to sue California and Washington over commercial driver licenses issued to immigrant truckers.
Huntington Beach to explore e-bike juvenile safety enforcement
A council committee will research local and state laws on juvenile e-bike operations, consult with police on enforcement challenges and develop policy recommendations.
Congressional Black Caucus presses companies in the US to oppose Republican redistricting push
The Congressional Black Caucus is calling on major corporations in the US to oppose redistricting efforts by Republican-led states.
Federal court blocks Alabama plan for new congressional districts that could help Republicans
Federal judges temporarily blocked Alabama’s redistricting plan that could help Republicans win an additional seat in the midterm elections.
Consumer confidence dented with gas prices around $4.50 and inflation still elevated
US consumer confidence declined slightly in May as gas prices stayed high & inflation remained elevated, a contrast to soaring stock prices.
Iran condemns US strikes as a show of ‘bad faith’ and warns of consequences
Iran has denounced U.S. strikes in southern Iran as a sign of “bad faith and unreliability” amid ongoing negotiations to end the war.
Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
In a sweeping manifesto, Pope Leo called for robust regulation of AI and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit.
Home prices dip in half of OC. How did your ZIP do?
In March 2026, prices increased in the past year in 43 and decreased in 43.