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Lawsuit Alleges Gynecologist Sexually Abused Hundreds of Incarcerated Women at California Prison

A class-action lawsuit accuses Dr. Scott Lee, a gynecologist at California Institution for Women, of sexually abusing hundreds of incarcerated women between 2016 and 2023; prison officials allegedly ignored prior complaints, and Dr. Lee no longer has patient contact.

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California Residents Apprehend Suspected Arsonist After Recent Wildfires

On Monday, residents of Chatsworth, California apprehended 41-year-old Alejandro Martinez after he allegedly started a fire near their homes, a response fueled by the recent deadly wildfires that destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.

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Newsom Seeks Unconditional Federal Aid for California Wildfire Survivors

California Governor Gavin Newsom met with President Trump and members of Congress to secure federal disaster relief for survivors of the devastating January wildfires in Los Angeles County, which killed over two dozen people and destroyed thousands of homes. Newsom's meetings involved representative...

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Los Angeles Wildfires Cause Eightfold Increase in Fire-Related ED Visits

In the aftermath of the January 2024 Los Angeles wildfires, emergency department visits related to fire and smoke inhalation increased eightfold, peaking at 1.01% on January 8th, while overall ED visits decreased by 9%, possibly due to factors like displacement and access challenges. This surge dire...

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Nevada County Legalizes Tiny Homes on Wheels to Combat Housing Crisis

Nevada County, California, has legalized tiny homes on wheels as permanent residences starting February 13th, aiming to alleviate its housing crisis by offering a more affordable housing option to low-and middle-class residents; Sol Tiny, a local builder, reports a doubling of home production.

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Prosecutors Sue LA DA Over Menendez Brothers' Case

Two Los Angeles County prosecutors who supported the Menendez brothers' release are suing the new District Attorney, Nathan Hochman, alleging retaliation after he replaced George Gascón, who supported resentencing. The case is set for a March 20 court hearing.

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Class-Action Lawsuit Alleges Sexual Abuse of Inmates by CIW Gynecologist

A class-action lawsuit filed against Dr. Scott Lee, CIW's sole gynecologist, alleges repeated sexual assault and abuse of female inmates from 2016-2023; prison officials knew of the abuse but failed to act; Dr. Lee is no longer in direct contact with patients.

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Southern California Landslide Poses Risk to Hundreds of Buildings

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory found a slow-moving landslide impacting hundreds of buildings on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in Southern California, averaging 4 inches of downslope movement weekly between Sept. 18 and Oct. 17, 2024, due to record rainfall in 2023 and early 2024; the landslide poses ...

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Climate Change Increased Los Angeles Wildfire Risk by 35%, Scientists Say

Climate change increased the likelihood of conditions that fueled the recent Los Angeles wildfires by 35%, according to scientists; the Palisades and Eaton fires burned 37,000 acres, ranking second and third in California's history for destruction, driven by extreme weather patterns including Santa ...

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Illegal Marijuana Grows Persist Despite Legalization, Posing Safety Risks

Despite legalization in many US states, illegal marijuana grows, often run by criminal gangs, remain prevalent, creating significant health and safety risks for consumers due to unregulated pesticides and practices, highlighting challenges in distinguishing legal from illegal cannabis.

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California ICE Detention Center Reopens Amidst Abuse Allegations

A California court allowed the Adelanto ICE processing center, capable of holding 1,940 immigrants, to resume operations after a COVID-19-related shutdown, despite ongoing allegations of abuse and a push by state officials to end private detention contracts. This comes as ICE seeks new facilities in...

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California Wildfires Expose Insurer Practices Amidst Record Profits

The recent Los Angeles wildfires caused over $250 billion in damages, destroying more than 13,000 structures; homeowners like Jewlz and Terry Fahn, whose insurance was canceled, face financial ruin as insurers reduce California coverage due to climate risks and record profits.

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