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Rough and Ready is a census-designated place in Nevada County, California, United States. It was a gold mining town during the California Gold Rush and briefly seceded from the Union in 1850 as the "Republic of Rough and Ready" to avoid mining taxes. The population was 941 as of the 2020 census.

A group of teenagers who were misbehaving in a moving vehicle in California ended up being driven to the police by the driverless Waymo car they had been interfering with. The autonomous vehicle detected the disturbance and transported the teens to where police were waiting, leading to their detention.

A tweet claims that 9 out of 12 industrialized countries that implemented a wealth tax have since repealed it, including France, citing that billionaires relocate to avoid the tax, leaving a hollowed tax base. The post argues this has already partly occurred in California and warns that a proposed California wealth tax would be catastrophic.

California has passed legislation that critics argue will negatively impact 3D printing, shortly after enacting a law that prevents companies from killing or discontinuing digital game purchases. The video discusses the potential consequences of these new regulations on both industries.

West Nile virus has been detected in mosquito samples from eight Orange County cities: Anaheim, Buena Park, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Santa Ana, Stanton, Westminster, and Yorba Linda. Health officials are urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites as the virus can cause serious illness in humans.

California launched a new data broker opt-out tool, and CalMatters is asking readers to help investigate its effectiveness by sharing their experiences using the system.

California has banned "sell by" food labels on packaged goods, replacing them with standardized "best if used by" and "use by" dates to reduce consumer confusion and food waste. The new law aims to prevent edible food from being thrown away prematurely due to misleading date labels.

California has launched a one-click tool allowing residents to opt out of the sale or sharing of their personal data with all registered businesses at once. The Markup asks Californians to test the tool and report whether it works effectively, aiming to verify the new system's functionality.

California's plan to use manure-based biomethane to reduce carbon emissions from transportation is flawed because it relies on questionable accounting methods. The state's Low Carbon Fuel Standard awards credits for capturing methane from manure lagoons, but research shows the actual climate benefits are far smaller than claimed, potentially worsening overall greenhouse gas reductions.

Recent incidents of GPS interference off the coast of California have highlighted vulnerabilities in global shipping navigation systems, raising concerns about the reliability of GPS for maritime operations. The disruptions, which affected multiple vessels, serve as a warning for the shipping industry to adopt backup navigation technologies to mitigate risks from jamming or spoofing attacks.

Anthropic has introduced Claude Science, a new tool aimed at aiding scientific research. Meanwhile, California is exploring the use of manure as a carbon capture method to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Major car manufacturers warn they may stop selling vehicles in California if the state enacts a new law requiring them to limit data collection practices, arguing the privacy regulations would be too difficult to implement and would raise costs significantly for consumers.

Toxic lung-penetrating air pollution particles have been detected across 10 U.S. states, including New York and California, posing health risks to millions of residents.

Felicity, California, is a small unincorporated community in Imperial County, known as the "Center of the World." It features a pyramid monument marking the official center of the world, according to its founder, and includes a museum and post office that attracts tourists.

California's high taxes, heavy regulations, and high cost of living are driving wealthy residents and businesses to relocate to lower-cost states, eroding the state's tax base and economic dynamism.

A growing number of remote workers are relocating to a California beach town, drawn by the ability to work from home while enjoying a coastal lifestyle. The trend is boosting the local economy but also driving up housing costs and creating tensions with longtime residents.

Forestiere Underground Gardens is a network of subterranean gardens, courtyards, and rooms built by Italian immigrant Baldassare Forestiere in Fresno, California, between 1906 and his death in 1946. The hand-carved complex, excavated from hardpan soil, covers about 10 acres and features citrus trees, grottos, and living spaces. It is now a historic site open to the public.

California's high taxes, costly regulations, and housing crisis are driving wealthy individuals and businesses to relocate to lower-cost states like Texas and Florida, eroding the state's tax base and economic vitality. The out-migration of capital and talent threatens California's long-term prosperity as it pursues policies that push away the very wealth it relies on.

A new University of Hawaii study finds the San Andreas Fault has accumulated stress to levels not seen in at least 1,000 years, increasing the likelihood of a major earthquake in Southern California. Using ancient lake sediments to track past quakes, researchers warn the fault may be overdue for a significant rupture.

Cisco announced it will lay off more than 400 workers across California, part of a broader restructuring effort by the tech company to cut costs and refocus on key business areas.

California leaders reached a budget deal totaling $351 billion, which includes a new tax on software and other measures to close the state's fiscal gap.

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with AI company Anthropic, giving state agencies discounted access to Claude AI tools at half price to improve government services for residents.

The article discusses "macOS California Camino," a hypothetical or conceptual rename of macOS named after California's Camino Real mission trail, blending Apple's macOS naming tradition with California state history and landmarks like missions and highways.

The California legislature has agreed to upload driver's license information to a national database, a move that would integrate state records into a federally accessible system. The decision has raised privacy and oversight concerns among critics who worry about expanded government surveillance and data sharing without clear consent.

California’s landmark law banning single-use plastics has sparked backlash, with 17 states preparing to sue the state, arguing the measure imposes unconstitutional burdens on interstate commerce.

California Governor Gavin Newsom opposes a state-level wealth tax but is now proposing a national tax on the ultra-wealthy, aiming to generate federal revenue to address inequality and fund social programs.

San Luis Obispo County in California is offering a $500 reward to residents who report illegal fireworks use, prompting criticism from some who view the program as encouraging neighbors to inform on each other.

Meta is asking California lawmakers for legal protection from penalties related to child harm, seeking a shield that would limit the company's liability for how children use its platforms. The request comes as state legislators consider stricter measures to hold social media companies accountable for online risks to minors.

A new California law taking effect July 1 will prohibit streaming services from playing commercials louder than the regular programming, aiming to curb the common complaint of obnoxiously loud ads.

Meta is lobbying California lawmakers to exempt the company from new state penalties related to child safety online, arguing that existing federal laws already provide sufficient protections. The request comes as California considers stricter regulations holding social media platforms liable for content that harms minors.