California latest news and update

Here are the latest news and updates from California:

Breaking News

• Wildfires: The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) reports that there are currently 14 active wildfires burning across the state, with the largest being the Oak Fire in Mariposa County, which has burned over 17,000 acres.
• COVID-19: California has reported over 4.5 million cases of COVID-19 and over 70,000 deaths since the pandemic began. The state's positivity rate has decreased to 2.3%, and hospitalizations have decreased by 15% over the past week.
• Economy: California's unemployment rate has decreased to 4.3%, with the state adding 34,000 jobs in June. The state's economy is expected to continue growing, with a projected 2.5% growth rate for 2023.

Top Stories

• Governor's Office: Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a new initiative to address the state's homelessness crisis, which includes increasing funding for affordable housing and providing additional support for people experiencing homelessness.
• Legislative Update: The California Legislature has passed a number of bills aimed at addressing climate change, including a bill that would require the state to reach net-zero emissions by 2045.
• Education: The California Department of Education has announced a new program aimed at increasing access to mental health services for students, which includes providing additional funding for school districts to hire mental health professionals.

Regional News

• Northern California: A severe heatwave has hit the Bay Area, with temperatures expected to reach the triple digits in some areas. The heatwave has also led to an increased risk of wildfires in the region.
• Southern California: A new study has found that the Los Angeles area is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with high levels of air pollution contributing to a range of health problems.
• Central Coast: A new oil spill has been reported off the coast of Santa Barbara, with officials working to contain the spill and assess the damage.

Sports

• Dodgers: The Los Angeles Dodgers have won their 10th consecutive game, with their star player Mookie Betts hitting a home run in the team's 5-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
• 49ers: The San Francisco 49ers have signed a new quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo, to a one-year contract extension.
• Kings: The Los Angeles Kings have signed a new defenseman, Drew Doughty, to a three-year contract extension.

Entertainment

• Movies: The new Marvel movie "Thor: Love and Thunder" has been released in theaters across California, with fans flocking to see the latest installment in the Thor franchise.
• Music: The California Music Festival has announced its lineup for the 2023 festival, which will feature performances by a range of artists, including Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar.
• TV: The new season of the popular TV show "The Office" has premiered on Netflix, with fans eagerly awaiting the latest episodes.