SoCal News NOW
People continue to donate to the Ojai Raptor Center Monday as an online community mourns Jackie the bald eagle’s tragic death. One half of the celebrity wildlife couple Jackie and Shadow, the 14-year-old eagle was broadcast to millions of people through the live nest cameras set up by the wildlife organization Friends of Big Bear [...]
A 30-year-old California climber known for setting speed records on some of Yosemite National Park's most famous rock faces died in a climbing accident in the Sierra Nevada earlier this month, according to multiple reports. Jacob "Jake" Whisenant, a Mammoth Lakes resident and accomplished climber, died Aug. 3 following an incident in Sequoia and Kings [...]
One person was hospitalized Monday after a police chase in Wilmington ended in a two-car crash on the 300 block of the Pacific Coast Highway at 8:34 p.m., authorities said. The chase started around 8:33 p.m. when officers with the Los Angeles Police Department attempted to pull over a suspect driving a stolen 2014 Hyundai [...]
A man suspected of living in a Manhattan Beach resident's garage without their permission was recently arrested after one too many trips to the refrigerator, according to the Manhattan Beach Police Department. “A surprise guest in the garage,” Manhattan Beach PD wrote on social media. “Food was disappearing from a refrigerator inside a Manhattan Beach [...]
A 24-year-old man was sentenced to 30 years to life for raping and sexually assaulting two women while he was a student at the University of California, Santa Barbara, officials announced. Arian Eteghaei was arrested in 2021 while he was a biology student at UCSB, according to the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's Office. He [...]
Firefighters have stopped forward progress on the Jarvis Fire, a 362-acre brush fire burning in the community of Antelope Acres, northwest of Lancaster. The fire started at about 30 acres in size around 3:57 p.m. near the intersection of Avenue H and 90th Street, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The fire quickly [...]
A man accused of befriending an 89-year-old Ventura County resident and stealing more than $97,000 through dozens of cryptocurrency transactions has been arrested, authorities announced. The investigation began in November 2025 after the Ventura County Sheriff's Office Investigations Bureau received a report of financial theft involving an elderly victim. Investigators said the victim was introduced [...]
It's a heartbreaking day for fans of the Big Bear bald eagle nest. The Ojai Raptor Center on Monday announced the death of Jackie the beloved bald eagle following her battle with an illness. Jackie was brought to the rescue center on July 18 after she was found unable to fly following an attack by [...]
As Jackie the beloved Big Bear bald eagle remains critically ill, new details are emerging about the young female spotted spending time with her longtime mate, Shadow. The Orange County Water District says it has identified the eagle as KD1, a female born more than 100 miles away in the Prado Basin in 2022. “You [...]
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of an off-duty Southern California police officer, authorities announced Monday. The robbery happened around 1:30 p.m. July 12 near Bixby Road and Orange Avenue in Long Beach, according to the Long Beach Police Department. Police said the off-duty LBPD officer was approached by two [...]
SoCal News NOW
- Los Angeles police chase ends in crash, 1 hospitalized August 11, 2026One person was hospitalized Monday after a police chase in Wilmington ended in a two-car crash on the 300 block of the Pacific Coast Highway at 8:34 p.m., authorities said. The chase started around 8:33 p.m. when officers with the Los Angeles Police Department attempted to pull over a suspect driving a stolen 2014 Hyundai […]
- Man found living in Manhattan Beach resident's garage after raiding fridge, police say August 11, 2026A man suspected of living in a Manhattan Beach resident's garage without their permission was recently arrested after one too many trips to the refrigerator, according to the Manhattan Beach Police Department. “A surprise guest in the garage,” Manhattan Beach PD wrote on social media. “Food was disappearing from a refrigerator inside a Manhattan Beach […]
Media
In a world of failing newspapers, free weeklies like The Chronicle of Glens Falls, N.Y., are still finding readers. All it takes is owners who do absolutely everything. [...]
The streaming giant, still looking for this year’s blockbuster, paid an actor to spend three days inside a billboard in Los Angeles to promote an upcoming film. [...]
In a 23-minute appearance with the anchor Jake Tapper, the Ohio Republican made an unusual effort to rebut a multitude of allegations that have threatened his re-election bid. [...]
The company said it added 280,000 digital subscribers in the second quarter, fewer than the previous quarter. [...]
Theme parks have long been seen as a bellwether for consumer confidence. Disney’s domestic parks and cruises revenue rose 11 percent in the latest quarter. [...]
Disney said it would allow “thoughtfully curated” fan-created videos, using clips from its library, to appear on the streaming service. [...]
Paramount, which struck a $111 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros., had requested a November trial for an antitrust lawsuit brought by state attorneys general. [...]
Sharyn Alfonsi and Scott Pelley, who exited the show after clashing with executives at CBS News, will teach reporting skills. [...]
Millions look to Nicole LePera for advice on how to achieve contentment and maintain healthy relationships. But her own story is complicated. [...]
The Sony Pictures movie, the 11th big-budget Spider-Man blockbuster since 2002, had one of the biggest domestic first weekends ever. [...]
Media
- How Small, Independent Newspapers Are Still Finding Readers August 10, 2026In a world of failing newspapers, free weeklies like The Chronicle of Glens Falls, N.Y., are still finding readers. All it takes is owners who do absolutely everything.
- Can Netflix Save a Summer Slump With a Stunt on Sunset Boulevard? August 8, 2026The streaming giant, still looking for this year’s blockbuster, paid an actor to spend three days inside a billboard in Los Angeles to promote an upcoming film.
- Self-Help Influencer Nicole LePera Faces Litigation August 7, 2026Millions look to Nicole LePera for advice on how to achieve contentment and maintain healthy relationships. But her own story is complicated.
- Bunny Dolls and Disturbing Allegations: Max Miller’s Strange CNN Interview August 5, 2026In a 23-minute appearance with the anchor Jake Tapper, the Ohio Republican made an unusual effort to rebut a multitude of allegations that have threatened his re-election bid.
- The New York Times’s Revenue Rises 11% as Costs Increase August 5, 2026The company said it added 280,000 digital subscribers in the second quarter, fewer than the previous quarter.
Health
The company said it was unaware of any reported illnesses linked to its products containing jalapeños, which were distributed to major retailers across 26 states. [...]
She challenged the conventional view that most head and neck cancers resulted from cigarette smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. [...]
The case is unique, legal scholars say, because of the tension between the Fifth Amendment and the reach of a presidential pardon. The potential consequences could be grave. [...]
Dr. Anthony Fauci had refused to answer questions at a hearing last week, invoking the Fifth Amendment. Republicans argued he wasn’t entitled to that protection because he had a presidential [...]
The drug targeted inflammation, and its shocking failure has experts questioning whether inflammation really does cause heart disease. [...]
Small produce stands and farmers’ markets are seeing a surge in demand for leafy greens as sales of lettuce and salad kits from grocery chains and big retailers drop. [...]
The agency had initially refused to even review the application but reversed course after a public outcry. [...]
The development comes as a Senate committee prepares to vote Thursday on whether to hold Dr. Anthony S. Fauci in contempt of Congress for refusing to answer questions at a [...]
At the White House’s request, senators tucked a change sought by the hemp industry into a crucial spending bill. It would benefit the son-in-law of Susie Wiles, the president’s chief [...]
Scientists trained artificial intelligence on libraries of DNA and then asked the model to create recipes for viral genomes. Sixteen of them were viable, yielding new viruses. [...]
Health
- Maura L. Gillison, Who Linked Throat Cancers to HPV, Dies at 61 August 10, 2026She challenged the conventional view that most head and neck cancers resulted from cigarette smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Taylor Farms Voluntarily Recalls Fresh Jalapeños Over Salmonella Concerns August 10, 2026The company said it was unaware of any reported illnesses linked to its products containing jalapeños, which were distributed to major retailers across 26 states.
- Self-Help Influencer Nicole LePera Faces Litigation August 7, 2026Millions look to Nicole LePera for advice on how to achieve contentment and maintain healthy relationships. But her own story is complicated.
- A Promising Heart Drug Fails, Challenging a Long-Held Theory of Disease August 7, 2026The drug targeted inflammation, and its shocking failure has experts questioning whether inflammation really does cause heart disease.
- This A.I. Just Created Viruses Not Found in Nature August 7, 2026Scientists trained artificial intelligence on libraries of DNA and then asked the model to create recipes for viral genomes. Sixteen of them were viable, yielding new viruses.
Science
We’re answering some questions about the solar eclipse on Aug. 12, and providing a place for you to ask more of them. [...]
Scientists trained artificial intelligence on libraries of DNA and then asked the model to create recipes for viral genomes. Sixteen of them were viable, yielding new viruses. [...]
In Mato Grosso, Brazil, capybaras wandered into the building, but they were polite during the incursion. [...]
In 32 of the countries included in a recent study, at least a quarter of the native butterfly species had moved to new areas. [...]
Amateur and professional astronomers pointed their telescopes at the impact site. Most did not detect anything. [...]
Footage posted by a conservancy group offers an unusual glimpse of a common behavior by dolphins that often goes unobserved. [...]
Scientists have proved that a species of plant covered with sticky hairs is carnivorous, confirming Darwin’s 150-year-old hunch. [...]
A new fund called the Phoenix Species Project will provide $200 million to help pull imperiled wildlife back from the brink of extinction. [...]
Veterinarians are gingerly embracing the honeybee, a vital pollinator for agriculture but one that’s in increasing danger. [...]
The bald eagle and her mate gained fame during the pandemic, as a livestream tracked their nesting attempts. She died while being treated for anemia. [...]
Science
- From Nest to Deathbed, Jackie the Eagle Entranced California and Beyond August 10, 2026The bald eagle and her mate gained fame during the pandemic, as a livestream tracked their nesting attempts. She died while being treated for anemia.
- Top Science Body Deletes Climate Chapter From Judges’ Manual August 10, 2026The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine had been under pressure from Republican leaders, including President Trump.
- Maura L. Gillison, Who Linked Throat Cancers to HPV, Dies at 61 August 10, 2026She challenged the conventional view that most head and neck cancers resulted from cigarette smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Butterflies Take Flight in Face of Climate Change and Extreme Weather August 10, 2026In 32 of the countries included in a recent study, at least a quarter of the native butterfly species had moved to new areas.
- What to Know About Europe’s Total Solar Eclipse: Where to See It and How to Watch Safely August 10, 2026We’re answering some questions about the solar eclipse on Aug. 12, and providing a place for you to ask more of them.
World of Tech
Google Finance and Apple’s Stocks app have added new features over the years to make them more useful for tracking the markets and your investments. [...]
An upgrade transformed the beleaguered virtual assistant into a modern chatbot. It’s imperfect but worth trying. [...]
Federal prosecutors charged a man returning to the United States with obstruction because he gave them a passcode that erased his smartphone during a customs search. [...]
As social media companies face scrutiny over addictive design features, mental health experts cite a stream of breakup content as an example of the failure to protect users. [...]
Seller is part of the Silicon Valley company’s strategy to innovate on its original social network. [...]
It can be unsettling what Gemini and ChatGPT have figured out about you and how easily your privacy can be punctured. Here’s how to find out. [...]
Free apps from Google, Samsung and Apple can help you track your diet, exercise and well-being — and provide vital information during emergencies. [...]
The social platform that Meta once positioned as a rival to Elon Musk’s X now has 500 million monthly users. It increasingly resembles Reddit. [...]
Amid widespread “techlash” over addictive screens and apps, the Yoto, an audio player for children, shows there’s still a way to make money while doing something nice. [...]
Cumbersome car seats are a perennial headache for parents who take trips with their little ones, but the right gear and a little creativity can ease the burden. [...]
World of Tech
- Follow the Markets and Track Stocks With These Free Apps August 7, 2026Google Finance and Apple’s Stocks app have added new features over the years to make them more useful for tracking the markets and your investments.
- A U.S. Citizen Deleted His Phone’s Data. Now He Faces a Felony Charge. July 30, 2026Federal prosecutors charged a man returning to the United States with obstruction because he gave them a passcode that erased his smartphone during a customs search.
- Apple’s Siri Got an A.I. Brain Transplant. Try These 5 Prompts to Get Acclimated. July 30, 2026An upgrade transformed the beleaguered virtual assistant into a modern chatbot. It’s imperfect but worth trying.
- Why TikTok’s Algorithm Keeps You Trapped in a Breakup Loop July 26, 2026As social media companies face scrutiny over addictive design features, mental health experts cite a stream of breakup content as an example of the failure to protect users.
- Meta Launches New Facebook Marketplace App Called Seller July 24, 2026Seller is part of the Silicon Valley company’s strategy to innovate on its original social network.
Innovation
- OnePlus Opens ColorOS Beta for 15 Series in India August 10, 2026OnePlus has opened a ColorOS 17 closed beta for its 15 series in India, signaling its move beyond OxygenOS and new considerations for IT teams. The post OnePlus Opens ColorOS Beta for 15 Series in India appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot Can Change Its Own Battery in Under 3 Minutes August 7, 2026Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot can swap its own battery in under three minutes, a feature designed to reduce downtime during industrial work. The post Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot Can Change Its Own Battery in Under 3 Minutes appeared first on TechRepublic.
- OpenAI’s ‘Doughnut-Shaped’ AI Speaker Could Launch in 2027 August 7, 2026OpenAI’s rumored $300–$400 smart speaker could signal a bigger shift as the ChatGPT maker looks to bring AI beyond phones, laptops, and screens. The post OpenAI’s ‘Doughnut-Shaped’ AI Speaker Could Launch in 2027 appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Maps Gets New Gemini Agent Features for Orders, Hotels, and Events August 7, 2026Google is adding agentic AI and Personal Intelligence to Maps, helping users plan, order, and discover while keeping final approvals in their hands. The post Google Maps Gets New Gemini Agent Features for Orders, Hotels, and Events appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Assistant Is Going Away: What Millions of Android Users Need to Know August 6, 2026Google Assistant begins shutting down Sept. 4 as eligible Android devices move to Gemini. Here is who is affected and what users should test. The post Google Assistant Is Going Away: What Millions of Android Users Need to Know appeared first on TechRepublic.
Artificial Intelligence
- Will AI Data Centers Overwhelm the Power Grid? What US Grid Data Shows August 10, 2026AI power demand is surging, but the grid problem emerging in US data is more local and complicated than a nationwide electricity shortage. The post Will AI Data Centers Overwhelm the Power Grid? What US Grid Data Shows appeared first on TechRepublic.
- SK hynix Approves $38 Billion Memory Expansion as AI Demand Strains Supply August 10, 2026SK hynix approved about $38.1 billion for two memory fabs, but new HBM and NAND capacity may not ease AI-driven supply pressure until 2029. The post SK hynix Approves $38 Billion Memory Expansion as AI Demand Strains Supply appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Verb Launches Marketplace That Lets Consumers Sell Their Personal Data August 10, 2026Verb has launched a marketplace that lets consumers sell selected personal data, testing whether users will trade privacy for direct payment. The post Verb Launches Marketplace That Lets Consumers Sell Their Personal Data appeared first on TechRepublic.
- AI Drives More Retail Sales but Creates a Customer-Ownership Problem August 10, 2026AI shopping sends valuable traffic to retailers, but brands want customers to complete purchases on their own sites and retain the resulting customer data. The post AI Drives More Retail Sales but Creates a Customer-Ownership Problem appeared first on TechRepublic.
- AI Drives More Retail Sales but Creates a Customer-Ownership Problem August 10, 2026AI shopping sends valuable traffic to retailers, but brands want customers to complete purchases on their own sites and retain the resulting customer data. The post AI Drives More Retail Sales but Creates a Customer-Ownership Problem appeared first on TechRepublic.
