Leaders of secretive California religious group accused of murder after member and ex-member vanish

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that prevents states from enforcing their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, a move that has been welcomed by tech leaders but criticized by those concerned about the potential risks of unregulated AI.

The FDA has announced a recall of cinnamon distributed in California and other states due to potential lead contamination, prompting consumers to check their spice racks for affected products. This recall highlights ongoing concerns regarding food safety and contamination risks in the food supply chain.

After record-breaking rains, Lake Manly has reappeared in Death Valley, California, at the bottom of Badwater Basin, which is 282 feet below sea level. This temporary lake is a result of repeated fall storms that have led to significant water accumulation in the area.

Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse from Bakersfield, was set to undergo surgery to remove a 22-pound ovarian cyst when she discovered she was pregnant. This unexpected revelation has brought a new dimension to her medical situation, as she navigates both the challenges of her pregnancy and the need for surgical intervention.

Multiple states, including California, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over a proposed $100,000 fee for each new H-1B visa for skilled foreign workers. The states argue that this fee could jeopardize essential services in education and healthcare sectors, which rely on skilled labor to function effectively.

Newly released photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate depict him alongside influential figures from politics, business, and entertainment, but do not indicate any wrongdoing. This release is part of ongoing investigations into Epstein's activities and connections.

President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at limiting state-level regulations on artificial intelligence (AI), particularly targeting California's efforts to establish its own rules. This order has been met with mixed reactions, as tech industry leaders support the move for uniformity, while state lawmakers express concerns over potential job losses and diminished consumer protections.

A gas explosion occurred in Hayward, California, on Thursday morning, injuring at least six people after a construction crew reportedly damaged a gas line. The explosion, captured by a doorbell camera, resulted in significant damage, including the roof being blown off a house, and triggered a three-alarm fire that required a substantial emergency response.