These new California laws go into effect in 2026
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.
Panda Express parent company ordered to pay over $1M for violating California safety laws
The company, Panda Restaurant Group, was accused of multiple violations, including mishandling hazardous materials at over 500 California restaurant locations, including over 30 in Riverside County.
FDA: Seven deaths and 736 serious injuries due to issue with some FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring systems
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert after certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors are providing incorrect low glucose readings.
Trump's doctor says president had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen
The White House released a memo from President Donald Trump's physician on Monday with the doctor saying that Trump's physical exam included “advanced imaging" that is “standard for an executive physical."
Advisory lifted: Ventura officials confirm water is safe following false contamination test
Police said the report of gasoline contamination in the Pierpont neighborhood water supply was caused by "a false positive during routine testing."
Donald Glover shares health update: Stroke and heart condition
Donald Glover, who performs under the name Childish Gambino, opened up about a recent health scare that forced him to cancel his tour last year.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Tatiana Schlossberg, President John F. Kennedy's granddaughter, shared in an essay this weekend that she’s been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has less than a year to live.
CDC changes website to question safety of vaccines, disproven links to autism
The CDC website was updated late Wednesday without warning, sparking quick backlash from public health experts.
Recalled ByHeart baby formula still on store shelves, officials find
At least 31 babies in 15 states who drank ByHeart formula have been hospitalized and treated for infantile botulism since August.
Costco recalls two ready-to-eat food items over plastic contamination concerns
Costco has issued a voluntary recall of two of its popular prepared food items.
LA County reports first flu death of the season
Health officials urge everyone over 6 months old to get the flu vaccine and practice prevention, as activity is expected to rise.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Mark Wahlberg shares health update after daughter Grace’s ‘very, very scary’ horse-riding accident
The actor shared an emotional update on his 15-year-old daughter's recovery from an equestrian injury that left her hospitalized.
With government shutdown over, what’s next for SNAP benefits and ACA subsidies?
The government shutdown's end has not resolved concerns over SNAP benefits and ACA tax credits, affecting food and health care costs.
Sen. John Fetterman suffers fall after ventricular fibrillation flare-up: spokesperson
Senator John Fetterman is recovering after staffers say he fell and hit his face due to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up.