A powerful storm system is slamming the California coast, placing more than ten million people under flood watch as heavy rain, damaging winds and dangerous thunderstorms move across the region. Authorities warn of flash flooding, mudslides and debris flows, especially in wildfire burn scar areas from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles.
17 February,2026 01:51 AM ISTThe U.S. Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers, according to senior officials. The probe comes as nationwide anti-ICE protests erupted across major U.S. cities, with demonstrations escalating into riots in Los Angeles. Police deployed tear gas after vandals surrounded and attacked a federal building, while multiple arrests were made following fires and property damage.
31 January,2026 05:45 PM ISTCalifornia is in full crisis mode as a powerful post-Christmas storm system slams the state with relentless rain, flooding, and mountain snow, triggering evacuations, highway shutdowns, and a statewide emergency declaration from Governor Gavin Newsom. One of the nation’s busiest travel corridors, Interstate 5, is now completely shut down near Penrose Street after floodwaters surged over the roadway and left vehicles stranded in fast-rising water. WATCH
27 December,2025 12:27 AM ISTA political firestorm has erupted after Trump’s controversial remarks following the tragic deaths of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife. Instead of issuing traditional condolences, Trump’s response sparked outrage across the political spectrum, triggering condemnation from Democrats, Republicans and prominent public figures alike. California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly rebuked the president, accusing him of politicizing a tragedy and labeling his comments deeply disturbing as national anger intensified. WATCH
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