New York man sentenced to prison for aiding Al Qaeda
A Brooklyn-born man accused of helping Al Qaeda conduct surveillance of the New York Stock Exchange for a possible terrorist attack was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Tuesday,…
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Fight for civil rights continues with nationwide marches honoring MLK
The renowned “I Have a Dream” speaker and civil rights activist’s legacy continues, more than 50 years after the famous speech was given on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial….
15 community colleges in California selected to offer four-year degree programs
In a new push towards education reform, 15 community colleges in California have been chosen by state officials to offer four-year degree programs starting as soon as next year. Officials…
Jury selection begins for Colorado movie theater shooting trial
In his first public outing since the 2012 movie theater massacre in the town of Aurora, Colo., defendant James Holmes sat quietly and leaned back in his chair in court…
Walmart to offer cash tax refunds
This year, taxpayers have the option of receiving their tax refunds in cash at all Walmart stores, the retail giant said Tuesday, Jan. 20. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reported…
Kaiser, nurses reach tentative contract agreement, cancel strike
AFTER coming to a tentative contract agreement, approximately 18,000 nurses and nurse practitioners at more than 80 Kaiser Permanente hospitals and clinics canceled a strike planned for Wednesday and Thursday,…
Republicans push back against Obama’s latest tax proposals
REPUBLICAN lawmakers, who took over both chambers of Congress starting this year, are already signaling that they will do what they can to block President Barack Obama’s proposal for tax…
BP in troubled waters after pollution fine for massive gulf spill
THE legal fallout from the worst offshore oil spill in US history is scheduled to resume in federal court this week in New Orleans, with a civil trial to determine…
US fines Southwest Airlines record $1.6 million for runway delays
The US government fined Southwest Airlines Co. $1.6 million on Thursday, Jan. 15, in what it claimed was the “biggest civil penalty levied against an airline” for violating regulations barring…
House votes to block Obama executive action on immigration
THE Republican-controlled House approved legislation on Wednesday, Jan. 14 to overturn an executive order issued by President Barack Obama that would shield about 5 million undocumented immigrants from deportation. The…
How to check your internet speed from any device?
Netspeed Test is the advanced DSL-based internet speed checker service, which helps you get the speed of your internet connection. You can check it from any device (PC, Mac, Linux),…
AB 60 applicants encouraged to seek assistance before heading to DMV
WITH California’s Assembly Bill 60 in full effect, thousands of applicants are lining up at the DMV to get the process started. However, many immigrant communities are facing confusion, lack…
Gas prices forecast to rise, as summer approaches
Southern California drivers can rest easy knowing gas prices will stay comparatively low for the year, but will likely rise from current levels as the summer months approach, according to…
Gas prices forecast to rise, as summer approaches
Southern California drivers can rest easy knowing gas prices will stay comparatively low for the year, but will likely rise from current levels as the summer months approach, according to…
Homeowners win in high court mortgage dispute
The Supreme Court on Tuesday, Jan. 13 unanimously ruled in favor of homeowners wanting to back out of their mortgages within a three-year period if lenders do not provide mandatory…
Residents voice out against high-speed rail through Angeles National Forest
United in their opposition to build California’s high-speed rail line through the Angeles National Forest, more than 1,000 residents rallied Tuesday night, Jan. 13, in Lake View Terrace, voicing their…
Families of Sandy Hook shooting victims sue town, school board, and gun manufacturer
The families of two of the 20 children killed during the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting are suing the town where the 2012 massacre occurred, as well as its board…
Low oil prices take toll on alternative fuels market
Greener fuels are taking a hit as a result of more affordable gas prices, which are at their lowest levels in five years. Makers of biodiesel, fuel made from animal…
Facebook begins sending AMBER Alerts
Facebook launched a new program on Tuesday, Jan. 13, that allows its users the ability to help find and returning missing children. The social media giant has partnered with the National Center…
Gov. Jerry Brown’s budget adds to schools, healthcare
CALIFORNIA Governor Jerry Brown on Friday, Jan. 9, released a proposed 2015-16 state budget, which calls for $113.3 billion in general fund spending. Brown has proposed an increase in spending…
Measles cases linked to Disneyland spread statewide
THE measles outbreak that originated in Disneyland has spread to 22 cases statewide. One case arose from direct contact with an infected person, according to the California Department of Public…
Covered California joins Asian American leaders to promote community enrollment
COVERED California teamed up with community partners on Monday, Jan. 12, including Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Los Angeles, to announce a final push to get people enrolled for health…
Kaiser mental health workers strike in California
KAISER Permanente’s 2,600 mental health employees throughout California went on strike on Monday, Jan. 12 to protest what they deem a lack of staffing that, in turn, affects care. Therapists…
Obama sits down with new leaders of new GOP-led Congress
PRESIDENT Obama met with the new Republican-led Congress for the first time this year on Tues, Jan. 13, staking out areas of compromise in big political issues, such as trade,…
Nissan, NASA partner to develop driverless cars on Earth and Mars
NISSAN North America and NASA’s Ames Research Center announced Thursday, Jan. 8, a five-year partnership to develop driverless vehicles that can navigate on Earth and Mars. Engineers from both groups…
Kaiser mental health workers strike in California
KAISER Permanente’s 2,600 mental health employees throughout California went on strike on Monday, Jan. 12 to protest what they deem a lack of staffing that, in turn, affects care. Therapists…
Sen. Boxer won’t seek re-election in 2016
Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) announced Thursday, Jan. 8, that she would not seek re-election in 2016. Boxer made the announcement in a video with her grandson who “interviewed” her, asking questions on…
Cadillac cuts price on CTS due to weak demand
The price of the 2015 Cadillac CTS has been cut in an effort to combat dwindling demand for the luxury mid-sized sedan in the United States. General Motors told Cadillac…
Google may start selling auto insurance in US
Google Inc. may be taking steps toward online auto insurance sales in the United States. A company called Google Compare Auto Insurance Services is licensed to sell insurance in 26…
JCPenny, Macy’s to close stores
Department store chains Macy’s and JC Penney are closing several locations and cutting down on employees in 2015 to focus on aligning services with consumer demands and habits, and to…