Arrests made in Matthew Perry death probe, including a doctor
A doctor has been arrested, as have multiple others, in connection with the sudden death last year of Matthew Perry. The “Friends” star was 54 when he was found dead …
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George Clooney tells Quentin Tarantino to ‘f— off’ after career diss
George Clooney said Quentin Tarantino can “f— off” after the director supposedly questioned the Oscar winner’s status among Hollywood leading men. Clooney and his “Hollywood BFF” Brad Pitt did a joint …
World Health Organization calls mpox a global health emergency
By Janice Kew | Bloomberg The World Health Organization has declared a fast-spreading mpox outbreak in Africa a global health emergency as the agency seeks to contain the spread of …
What is a megaquake advisory, and why did Japan just issue one for the first time? – The Mercury News
By MARI YAMAGUCHI | Associated Press TOKYO — Japan, one of the most earthquake-prone nations on earth, issued its first-ever “megaquake advisory” last week after a powerful quake struck off …
Marin County grass fire burns 18 acres, prompts arrest
Authorities arrested a man for allegedly igniting a brush fire outside Marinwood on Tuesday. No injuries or structure damages were reported. The fire burned between the Queenstone and Ponte fire …
California auto insurance premiums soaring 54% this year
“Swift swings” takes a quick peek at one economic trend. The number: When this year is complete, the typical auto insurance policy in California will be 54% pricier than 2023. …
What to know about California’s earthquake early warning system, MyShake
With the unpredictable and destructive nature of earthquakes, a few extra seconds of notice can make all the difference in the world. That’s why the California Office of Emergency Services …
2 ex-cops accused of sham raid to extort $37 million from California business man
Four former law-enforcement officials, including two who worked as Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies, face federal charges for carrying out a raid at the behest of a Chinese national engaged …
Donald Trump made at least 20 false claims in his conversation with Elon Musk
By Daniel Dale | CNN Washington — Former President Donald Trump delivered his usual bombardment of false claims – at least 20 in all – during a Monday conversation with …
Gov. Gavin Newsom nudges California school districts to restrict student cellphone use
By SOPHIE AUSTIN | Associated Press SACRAMENTO — California and South Carolina could become the next states to limit cellphone use in schools, with state officials taking up the issue …