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California Proposes Ban on Disposable Vapes to Combat Plastic Pollution

Thursday, February 20

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California lawmakers have introduced a bill that could make the state the first in the U.S. to ban the sale of disposable vapes, a measure aimed at reducing plastic pollution. Announced on Wednesday, the legislation seeks to eliminate single-use electronic cigarettes,... Read More.

Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher weighs in on California’s Gas Car Ban

Thursday, December 19

Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher criticized the Biden administration's decision to approve Governor Gavin Newsom's ban on gas-powered cars, calling it a "radical" move. "Never mind that the... Read More.

Californias Exotic Pet Ban Protects Native Wildlife and Public Health

Wednesday, December 11

CDFW often receives inquiries about why certain exotic animals - allowed as pets in other states - are NOT allowed as pets in California. The most common examples are ferrets, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, gerbils, monkeys, and monk parakeets.These animals are prohibited because they pose... Read More.

Mace says effort to ban transgender women from Capitol womens restrooms aimed at McBride

Tuesday, November 19

(WASHINGTON) -- Republican Rep. Nancy Mace said Tuesday that the bill she introduced to ban transgender women from using biological women's restrooms at the U.S. Capitol was "absolutely" in response to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride's entering Congress."Yes, and absolutely. And then some," Mace told... Read More.

Ohio transgender bathroom ban heads to governors desk

Friday, November 15

(COLUMBUS, OH) -- A transgender bathroom ban has been sent to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's desk after passing through the state legislature.The bill would require students in the state's K-12 schools, as well as colleges and universities, to use the restroom or facility that... Read More.

Trump may try to reverse TikTok ban. Heres how he could.

Thursday, November 14

(WASHINGTON) -- Social media platform TikTok is hurtling toward a U.S. ban that could upend its business and frustrate more than 150 million American users -- unless President-elect Donald Trump finds a way to reverse the policy.Trump, who boasts 14 million followers on TikTok,... Read More.

Summer Burn Ban Starts Monday

Thursday, June 20

CalFire Lassen Modoc Unit will suspend burn permits beginning Monday. High temperatures and high winds are rapidly drying out the grasses that are flourishing following a wet winter and above-average snowpack.All burn permits for outdoor residential burning will be suspended in the State Responsibility... Read More.

Aryan Brotherhood Member Pleads Guilty to 2018 Murder at HDSP in Ongoing Federal Racketeering Case

Friday, January 19

In a significant development tied to a racketeering case filed in 2019, Jason Corbett, 51, hailing from Butte County, has pleaded guilty to murder in aid of racketeering in connection to the California Aryan Brotherhood prison gang. The gang, implicated in racketeering activities spanning... Read More.

Sierra County’s Burn Ban Lifted

Friday, December 8

CAL FIRE Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit Chief Brian Estes has officially lifted the burn suspension, permitting residents to resume burning on approved days. With cooler temperatures and increased humidity mitigating wildfire risks, property owners are urged to exercise caution during debris or agriculture burns. Compliance with... Read More.

Top Halloween Candy Narrowly Escapes “Ban” as CA Food Safety Act is Signed by Governor

Wednesday, October 11

One of Halloween's all-time favorite candies narrowly avoids a "ban" as Governor Gavin Newsom signs the CA Food Safety Act into law. This new legislation, set to take effect in 2027, prohibits the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of four food additives that have been... Read More.