The infamous Beverly Hills mansion where Erik and Lyle Menendez brutally murdered their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in 1989 has become an unexpected tourist hotspot following the release of a Netflix docudrama that explores the case. Public interest in the Menendez brothers’ story has surged, driven by both the new documentary series and recent legal moves aiming to secure their early release. As a result, the residence, now privately owned, has attracted waves of curious visitors, sparking frustration among neighbors and prompting a flurry of calls to local police.
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CA Poised to Offer Home Loans to Undocumented Immigrants Amid Controversy
California Democrats are on the verge of passing a groundbreaking bill that would provide taxpayer-supported home loans to undocumented immigrants, a move that would make the state the first in the nation to extend such financial assistance. The bill, currently advancing through the Democrat-controlled legislature, would make undocumented immigrants eligible for up to $150,000 in home loans, sparking intense debate across the political spectrum.
Governor Gavin Newsom, seen as a key ally of Vice President Kamala Harris, has not yet indicated whether he will sign. . .
Park Fire Becomes Largest Wildfire in U.S. History, Burning Over 687,000 Acres
The Park Fire in Northern California has now consumed more than 687,000 acres of land, making it the largest wildfire in U.S. history. The massive blaze, which is only 12 percent contained, has surpassed previous records and continues to pose a significant threat to communities north of Sacramento.
CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti is on the ground in Chico, closely following the fire's development and the ongoing efforts to control it. The fire's rapid expansion and immense size have placed it as the seventh-largest in. . .
California Supreme Court Strips Taxpayer Protection Act Off The Ballot
The California Supreme Court has ruled to remove the Taxpayer Protection Act from the upcoming November ballot. This ruling, delivered on Thursday, aligns with the arguments presented by Governor Gavin Newsom and the state legislature, who advocated for the initiative's exclusion from the ballot.
The Taxpayer Protection Act, also known as the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act (TPA), aimed to make it more challenging for state and local governments to implement new taxes. Specifically, the measure proposed that any future taxes and fees imposed by these governments would. . .
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco Goes “All In” for Trump, Criticizes “Woke” Democrats
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has publicly declared his full support for former President Donald Trump while sharply criticizing California Democrats and what he describes as "wokeness" in America. In a video posted on social media, Bianco expressed his dissatisfaction with state leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta, accusing them of being soft on crime.
Sheriff Bianco's video, which has quickly gone viral with millions of views, outlines his frustration with current state policies and the Democratic leadership in California. He argues that these leaders. . .
Arizona State House Approves Repeal of Civil War-Era Abortion Ban | SCOTUS Hears Emergency Abortion Case
After three attempts, the Arizona state House of Representatives has voted to pass a bill aimed at repealing the near-total ban on abortion dating back to 1864. This historic decision comes after the state's Supreme Court upheld the archaic law, which severely restricted abortion access with minimal exceptions. The House lawmakers' vote marks a significant step towards modernizing Arizona's reproductive healthcare policies and ensuring women's rights to make informed choices about their bodies.
The abortion debate. . .
Governor Newsom Takes a Stand Against Abortion Travel Bans in National Ad Campaign
California Governor Gavin Newsom is intensifying his advocacy for reproductive rights by launching a national television ad campaign aimed at challenging laws that restrict out-of-state travel for abortions. In a recent appearance on NBC's Meet the Press, Newsom emphasized the gravity of the fight against what he perceives as attempts to control women's choices.
Governor Newsom's television ad campaign focuses on addressing the increasing number of states implementing laws that ban individuals from traveling out of state to obtain abortions. The governor views these laws as significant threats to women's reproductive rights and autonomy. . .
California Governor Pushes for Urgent Congressional Action on Tijuana River Valley Sewage Crisis
In the wake of severe contamination in the Tijuana River Valley, California Governor Gavin Newsom is urging Congress to swiftly approve millions in emergency funding to address the crisis. The governor is seeking support for a $310 million allocation that President Biden included in an emergency supplemental appropriations bill last October.
Lucinda Kay reports.
The funds are intended to address urgent infrastructure repairs at the South Bay International Wastewater plant, a federal facility located on federal land. Despite the pressing need for action, the approval of the allocated funds has been stalled in bureaucratic channels, prompting Governor Newsom. . .