Why shouldn’t I represent myself? Ask the Lawyer
Q: Two questions: First, I am going through a divorce. We were married five years so how complicated can it be? Lawyers are very costly, and I have a master’s degree in education. Why shouldn’t I handle it myself? D.F., Dana Point Ron Sokol A: You may have heard the adage, “He who represents himself…
New Year brings hundreds of mostly pointless laws in California
The Legislature is back in session after the holiday break and lawmakers are busy developing their 2025 legislative agendas. Before we look at incoming ideas, it’s best to review their handiwork from last year. As CalMatters reports, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed 1,000 bills into law. Most “are technical, fix previous laws or are narrow in…
Meta to end fact-checking program, moving content moderators out of California
(The Hill) – Social media giant Meta announced a series of changes to its content moderation policies Tuesday, including the elimination of its fact-checking program, in what CEO Mark Zuckerberg said was an effort to embrace free speech. “We’re going to get back to our roots and focus on reducing mistakes, simplifying our policies and…
Parents cited, required to appear in court after 14-year-olds, 17-year-old lead deputies on chase in Southern California
Three teenagers who were inside a vehicle fleeing from police were detained after leading police on a pursuit, and now authorities are citing the parents and requiring them to appear in court. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, a deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a Toyota Avalon that was reported…
Softball trainer accused of molesting girl, 13, in Inland Empire
A baseball and softball trainer in the Inland Empire has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 13-year-old girl, and authorities believe there could be other victims. John Anthony Ayala, 39, was arrested on Friday on charges of stalking and annoying or molesting a minor, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said in a news release.…
Former vegan restaurant in Los Angeles closes for good after backlash for adding animal products to menu
A formerly vegan restaurant with two L.A. area locations that added animal products to its menu had its last day over the weekend after heavy backlash from customers. Sage Regenerative Kitchen & Brewery had been operating for 14 years as a vegan establishment, but the owner, Mollie Engelhart, decided to launch a new menu featuring…
Strong winds hit Southern California — with perhaps much more on the way
Strong winds — with gusts as high as 79 mph in the San Gabriel Mountains — began blowing their way through Southern California on Tuesday morning, Jan. 7, leading to the possibility of downed trees and wires, power outages and dangerous fire weather. Southern California Edison was considering power shutoffs throughout Southern California, with the…
Orange County girls basketball Top 25: Crean Lutheran climbs to No. 4, Jan. 7
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now The Orange County girls basketball rankings for this week. GIRLS BASKETBALL TOP 25 (Records through Monday, Jan. 6) 1. Mater Dei (16-2): The Monarchs play host to Chaminade at the Matt Denning/Kay Yow Showcase at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Previous ranking: 1 2.…
Orange County boys athlete of the week: Ayden Romo, Mater Dei
The Orange County boys athlete of the week: Name: Ayden Romo School: Mater Dei Sport: Soccer Year: Junior Noteworthy: He scored four goals for the Monarchs in a 6-1 win over Santa Margarita in a Trinity League game. Romo, a forward, has scored 12 goals in eight games. The Monarchs are 8-0 overall and 1-0…
San Francisco crime rate hits 20-year low, according to outgoing mayor
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Crime in San Francisco is at a 20-year low, according to figures released by outgoing Mayor London Breed’s office on Tuesday. SF has seen a “historic” drop in homicides and car break-ins, Breed’s office said. The city, according to a press release from Breed’s office, has made “historic gains confronting major…