Megan Garcia+FollowTwo beloved California furniture stores closingAfter decades of helping locals furnish their homes, Douglas Furniture in Santa Clarita and Beck’s Furniture & Sleep in Rancho Cordova are both shutting their doors. Douglas Furniture, a family-run staple since 1975, is closing as the owners retire. Meanwhile, Beck’s is marking its 55-year run with a huge $10 million clearance sale—some prices are slashed by up to 76%! For many, these stores were more than just places to shop—they were part of the community. How do you feel about losing these longtime local businesses? #Business #LocalBusiness #California00Share
Michelle York+FollowSalmon return to McCloud River after 100 yearsA rare sight has locals buzzing—adult winter-run Chinook salmon are back in the McCloud River for the first time in nearly a century! This comeback is the result of years of teamwork between state agencies and the Winnemem Wintu tribe, who helped choose the perfect spot for salmon eggs to thrive. Their return isn’t just a win for the fish; it’s a huge boost for the entire river ecosystem. The story has sparked hope and pride in the community, showing what’s possible when people work together for nature. What do you think—are we doing enough to protect our natural treasures? #Science #California #McCloudRiver00Share
Nicole Washington+FollowSelf-checkout changes coming to California storesCalifornia shoppers could soon see big changes at their local Walmart, Target, and Kroger. Lawmakers are pushing for a new law that would force stores to keep at least one staffed checkout open and limit self-checkout lanes to 15 items per customer. The move comes after complaints about confusing machines, job losses, and a spike in theft—self-checkouts reportedly lose 16 times more products than regular lanes! Some retailers are already pulling back on self-checkouts or adding new tech like AI-powered 'Scan & Go.' How do you feel about these changes? Would you rather have more human cashiers or stick with self-checkout? #Business #LocalBusiness #California00Share
Peter Castillo+FollowCalifornia’s carpool lane perk for EVs ending soonBig change coming for California drivers: starting October 1, electric and hybrid vehicles will lose their solo access to carpool lanes. For years, that clean air decal meant you could zip past traffic even without passengers, but the program is expiring unless Congress steps in. This could mean more congestion in regular lanes and less incentive for folks to go electric. Nearly 30% of EV owners say perks like this influenced their purchase. Will losing the HOV lane benefit slow down California’s push for cleaner cars? How do you feel about the shift? #Transportation #California #EVs00Share
Jerry Clark+FollowCalifornia’s almond farms face $300M rat crisisAlmond lovers, brace yourselves—California’s almond farms are under siege by a massive rat infestation, threatening this year’s harvest and possibly hiking up prices at the store. Farmers in the San Joaquin Valley are battling roof rats that are tearing through irrigation lines, stripping tree bark, and devouring ripening nuts. Some growers are reporting crop losses as high as 50%! Experts say climate change could be fueling the rodent boom, making the problem even harder to control. How would you feel if your favorite almond products suddenly disappeared or doubled in price? What should be done to help these farmers? #Business #Industry #California00Share
Vincent Perry+FollowCalifornia’s home batteries power up the gridCalifornia just pulled off a wild energy experiment—100,000 home batteries, from Tesla Powerwalls to Sunrun systems, worked together to support the state’s power grid during peak demand. Instead of firing up more big power plants, PG&E tapped into this ‘virtual power plant’ and delivered enough electricity to keep hundreds of thousands of homes running. Not only does this help avoid blackouts during heat waves, but homeowners can also earn cash for sharing their stored energy. Would you join a program like this if it meant lower bills and a more reliable grid? Let’s talk about the future of energy in our neighborhoods! #Business #Industry #California00Share
john72+FollowPlastic bag ban coming to SoCal storesStarting this week, shoppers at Target, CVS, and Kroger in Southern California will notice big changes: plastic bags are on their way out, and forgetting your reusable bag will soon cost you. Ahead of a statewide ban in 2026, these stores are rolling out a campaign to ditch single-use plastic bags, with paper or reusable bags available for at least 10 cents each. This move is already cutting down billions of bags elsewhere. How do you feel about paying for bags or remembering to bring your own? Will this change your shopping habits? #Business #LocalBusiness #California11Share
Stacy Fisher+FollowCalifornia’s farmworkers still face deadly heatDespite California’s tough heat safety laws, farmworkers are still getting sick—and even dying—from heat illness every summer. Many are out in the fields before sunrise, but as temperatures soar past 100 degrees, not all employers provide enough water, shade, or breaks. Even with laws on the books for 20 years, enforcement is weak and many workers—especially those without legal status—are afraid to speak up. With climate change making heat waves more intense, how can we ensure the people who feed us are truly protected? What changes would you want to see? #Health #BodyHealth #California00Share
carly96+FollowCalifornia schools get free AI boost from tech giantsMillions of California students are about to get a major head start in the world of artificial intelligence. Thanks to a new deal with Google, Adobe, IBM, and Microsoft, public high schools, community colleges, and CSU campuses will soon offer free access to AI tools, training, and internships. This move isn’t costing the state a dime, but it could totally change how young people prepare for the jobs of tomorrow. Imagine graduating already fluent in the tech that’s shaping every industry. How do you think this will impact our local workforce and future opportunities? #Tech #California #AI00Share
Brian Weaver+FollowCalifornia fights AI rideshare price hikesRideshare apps in California could soon be banned from using your phone’s battery level or location to jack up prices when you need a ride most. Lawmakers are pushing a bill to stop companies like Uber and Lyft from using AI to figure out exactly how much you’re willing to pay—like charging more if your phone is about to die. Industry groups argue this will raise costs for everyone, but many are fed up with feeling squeezed by tech-driven “surge” pricing. How do you feel about companies using your personal data to set prices? #Tech #California #rideshare00Share
