Blue states blasted for funneling millions in SNAP cash for fast-food meals

The Justice Department is investigating the handling of the mortgage fraud case involving California Senator Adam Schiff. The inquiry focuses on whether two allies of former President Trump influenced the investigation, as prosecutors face challenges in building their case. The investigation is overseen by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.

The Trump administration is proposing new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades, as President Donald Trump seeks to expand U.S. oil production that is already leading the world.

Robert Stirm, a former U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel and prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, has passed away at the age of 92 in California. He was widely recognized for the iconic 'Burst of Joy' photograph that captured his emotional reunion with his family after his release.

Parents found guilty of stabbing and decapitating their two children, a 13-year-old daughter and a 12-year-old son, in Lancaster, California. The couple was also charged with forcing their younger siblings to witness the horrific act. Sentencing is scheduled for January.

The boyfriend of missing Utah woman Danielle Staley has made a public plea for assistance in locating her, as authorities suspect foul play in her disappearance from a California beach bonfire. Staley has been missing for nearly two weeks, raising concerns among her family and friends.

Child laborers and other farmworkers in California are being exposed to toxic pesticides, in part due to inadequate enforcement of safety regulations. The lack of inspections has raised concerns about the health and safety of these vulnerable workers, highlighting a significant gap in regulatory oversight.

An investigation has revealed that California officials are failing to protect the health and safety of thousands of young farmworkers. These child laborers are reportedly exhausted, underpaid, and working in toxic conditions, raising serious concerns about their well-being and the enforcement of labor laws in the state.

Food banks across the United States are experiencing significant strain as demand remains high despite the resumption of SNAP food aid for needy families. Many food banks and pantries are still struggling to meet the ongoing needs of their communities, indicating that the relief provided by SNAP has not alleviated the pressure on these organizations.