Weekly News Roundup for Friday, January 8th, 2021

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A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including a coronavirus update and the latest from Sacramento…. Golden State Stimulus Budget Proposal Would Give $600 to Low-Income Californians Californians who received the state’s Earned Income Tax Credit in 2019, along with eligible taxpayers filing with ITIN numbers, will receive $600 rapid cash […]

5 Crafty Hobbies to Try in 2021

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It’s a brand-new year, but it’s hard to get excited about it when we’re still stuck at home for the foreseeable future. One way to inspire a feeling of novelty and switch up your old routine is to experiment with new crafty hobbies. Making things with your hands can be meditative and soothing, which makes […]

These are Southern California’s Most Beloved Burger Chains

Two double double cheeseburgers wrapped in paper from In N Out, one of Southern California's best burger chains

The mid-20th century was a boomtime for burgers, with Southern California emerging as an epicenter of fast-food innovation. In concert with the region’s car culture, hamburger joints featuring drive-thrus, speedy walk-up windows, and drive-in service from roller-skated carhops sprang up all across the Southland. A handful of these vintage restaurants have not only survived into […]

Places to Play: Mount San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area

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California’s Stay at Home Order is still in place. Please enjoy our travel content but remember to recreate responsibly and only in your local area. At the time of publication, outdoor areas of Mount San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area are open to the public for day use, however the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway […]

Weekly News Roundup for Friday, December 18th, 2020

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A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including signs of hope amid the worsening coronavirus crisis. Governor Launches “Vaccinate All 58 Campaign” as Vaccines Arrive in California On December 13, following its independent review of the FDA’s actions related to the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine, the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup […]

2020 Holiday Gift Guide Part V: California Love

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Staying close to home for so much of the year has inspired a new level of appreciation for our home state. Why not show your friends and family some California love with these delightful Golden State-themed gifts? (Prices are subject to change. Order a.s.a.p. if you need gifts to arrive before Christmas Day!) California Hoodie […]

Weekly News Roundup for Friday, December 11th, 2020

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A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including coronavirus news and the latest from Sacramento.   Majority of Californians Under Regional Stay-at-Home Orders The regional stay-at-home order announced on December 3 is now in effect in three out of five California regions. Further, local authorities in much of the Bay Area have […]

Places to Play: The Walt Disney Family Museum, San Francisco, CA

A recreated vintage drawing desk with multiple sketches at the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco

The first thing to know about the Walt Disney Family Museum, which occupies a prime spot in the Presidio of San Francisco, is that it’s not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company. The museum was founded by Diane Disney Miller, the late daughter of Walt Disney, with the mission to chronicle the life and life’s […]

Weekly News Roundup for Friday, December 4th, 2020

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Californians are facing the holidays under new lockdown orders as coronavirus cases continue to rise. Wildfires are hitting Southern California once more. Thank you to our first responders, health care workers and other essential workers. Here’s the latest news from across the state. State Health Officials Announce New Regional Stay-at-Home Order Amid a relentless surge […]

2020 Holiday Gift Guide, Part IV: Gourmet Gifts

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Delightful delicacies always make excellent gifts, especially when they’re all dressed up for the holidays in a fancy package. Gourmet gifts are a great choice for hard-to-buy-for family members and friends, and they might also alleviate concerns about needless consumption – we all have to eat, after all! This year, we invite you to consider […]

Weekly News Roundup for Friday, November 27th, 2020

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We at California News Press hope you had a safe yet enjoyable Thanksgiving. If you took a much-needed break from the news cycle, here’s a roundup of statewide happenings you might have missed…. Los Angeles County Bans Outdoor Dining, Announces New Stay-at-Home Order On Tuesday, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors announced an order […]