California passes 25,000 deaths, finds 3 more variant cases
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California surpassed 25,000 coronavirus deaths since the start of the pandemic and officials disclosed Thursday that three more…
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US defense officials divided over potential for Iranian attack on eve of grim anniversary
The US flew nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to the Middle East Wednesday in the latest show of force meant to deter Iran, as defense officials remain…
Continue Reading US flies B-52 bombers to the Middle East in show of force
The US military flew nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to the Middle East Wednesday “to underscore the US military’s commitment to regional…
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California hospitals stressed to the ‘brink of catastrophe’ by the coronavirus surge
Overflowing hospital morgues, increased 911 wait times, beds only opening when patients die. Hospitals in California, where almost all of the…
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Restaurants tailor to takeout only on New Year’s Eve
On a night that’s traditionally full of food and festivity, New Year’s Eve 2020 will look a lot…
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Warning signs before taking COVID patient to emergency room
Ventura County hit a record high with case rate numbers, and high hospitalizations. Health experts weight in on warning signs on when to bring in…
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2 jail guards, 3 inmates test positive for COVID-19 at Santa Barbara jail
These newest cases brings the number of Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office employees to test positive for COVID-19 to…
Continue Reading Distilleries that made hand sanitizer won’t face hefty fee for helping out during pandemic
Distilleries that helped out in the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic by making alcohol-based hand sanitizer won’t have to pay a hefty fee…
Continue Reading McConnell called Hawley out over objecting to Electoral College vote during conference call Hawley wasn’t on
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday held a conference call with the Senate GOP conference in which he pressed Missouri Sen. Josh…
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More inmates test positive for COVID-19 in San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office reports 21 additional inmates testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.…
Continue Reading Trump extends immigration restrictions, citing pandemic’s impact on labor market
President Donald Trump extended certain restrictions on legal immigration and on visas that allow immigrants to temporarily work in the United States…
Continue Reading Distilleries that made hand sanitizer won’t face hefty fine for helping out during pandemic
Distilleries that helped out in the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic by making alcohol-based hand sanitizer won’t have to pay a hefty fee…
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Oxnard man facing attempted murder charges for Wednesday shooting
The man was arrested and booked into the Ventura County Jail where he awaits possible charges for attempted murder a firearms violations.…
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Thursday evening forecast December 31st
Winds expected to diminish into Friday, with mild conditions.…
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Becky Hammon becomes first woman to direct an NBA team as head coach in a regular season game
Becky Hammon became the first woman to direct an NBA team as a head coach during the regular season, when she took over for San Antonio Spurs head…
Continue Reading Trump budget director accuses Biden team of ‘false statements’ in latest transition spat
President Donald Trump’s budget director is accusing President-elect Joe Biden’s team of issuing “false statements” regarding…
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Santa Barbara New Year’s Eve celebration curbed with stay-at-home order
2020 will get the send-off most holidays got during the COVID-19 pandemic, socially…
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NYPD releases video it says shows woman attacking Black musician’s son after falsely accusing him of stealing her iPhone
The New York Police Department has asked for the public’s help in locating a woman it says is seen in a short security video clip attacking the…
Continue Reading John Roberts praises ‘unsung heroes’ of pandemic and sidesteps election controversies in annual report
Chief Justice John Roberts sidestepped the roiling controversy over election results on Thursday instead using his annual report to recall the…
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Santa Barbara County reports three additional COVID-19 deaths
Santa Barbara County Public Health reports three additional deaths related to COVID-19 on Thursday.…
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