California’s New Misdemeanor Diversion Law Sparks Confusion
A new law passed recently in California has been a cause of concern for judges and prosecutors alike. The law, introduced as an assembly bill last year by Assemblyman Phil Ting, enables judges to allow diversion for first-time misdemeanor offenders convicted in DUI cases. The law, it is claimed, conflicts with another existing state Vehicle […]
Massive Oil Spill Sends Crude Oil Onto Orange County Beaches, Killing Birds, Marine Life
A massive oil spill off the coast of Orange County had crews racing to try and contain the damage early on Sunday the 2nd of October. The spill, originating from a pipeline connected to an offshore oil platform called Elly, was first noticed on Saturday. As per estimates, around 126000 gallons of crude oil have […]
The Triumph of Gavin Newsom Could Lead to Changes in California’s Recall Mechanism
Governor Gavin Newsom of California won a historic win against a recall effort on Tuesday night, and now some lawmakers are looking to alter the 110-year-old procedure for removing state officials. Even before Californians began casting their ballots, some lawmakers argued that putting a recall on the ballot is far too simple and far too […]
Battling What We Can Battle: Lighter Winds Aid Crews Fighting Caldor Fire Raging Near Lake Tahoe
After days of battling the massive Caldor fire intensified by fierce wind gusts, the firefighter crew was in for relief due to better weather conditions on Thursday, 2nd September. According to incident meteorologist Jim Dudley, while localized gusts were still likely, the light wind and higher humidity levels on Thursday and Friday allowed the crew […]
South Carolina Ranks Worst for Roads in the U.S.
A very recent Consumer Affairs study lists out South Carolina as the state with the worst roads in America. The extensive study took different factors into consideration before listing out these rankings to the quality of roads across the United States. These factors include: · Road deaths per mile · Budget allocated and spent per […]
6 Best Santa Maria Bike Trails For Every Skill Level
With stunning beaches, vibrant vineyards, and picturesque landscapes, Santa Maria is no less than a paradise for travelers. And the best way to discover the beautiful secrets of the location is on a bike. Santa Maria has numerous trails that are sure to live up to your expectations. From easy, casual rides with family or […]
Britney Spears Charges Dad Jamie with ‘Conservatorship Abuse’ in New Testimony
The news of Britney Spears charging her father, Jamie, with Conservatorship Abuse has been the latest talk of the town. With new developments in the case, it has become the need of the hour to discuss a huge step in the celebrity’s life. What Is Conservatorship Abuse? In its basic sense, a conservatorship is a […]
Weddings Are Back In SLO County, And Vendors Are Flooded With Bookings
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there have been several restrictions imposed in various parts of the world. Many industries that were drastically impacted are now slowly starting to revive. One such industry that has faced a significant setback is the wedding industry. With increased social distancing guidelines, the pandemic has led to a major […]
Generous Works Of Charity Of Mackenzie Scott
Anne Frank was just a child when she said, “No one has ever become poor by giving”. Of course, charity does begin at home, but for Mackenzie Scott, it started with the breaking of her home. Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos, showed a generous gesture on her part by sharing $2.74 million […]
Most Dangerous Roads In California
A recent report based on the data collected using the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System suggests that six highways in California belong to the top 50 most dangerous roads prone to car accidents in the entire United States of America. Here are the 5 most dangerous roads in California. 1. I-5 Fatal Corridor This road […]