California storms cause sinkholes floods and deaths across the state
California endured more winter storms with deadly floods and sinkholes. Gov. Newsom noted at Capitola that 17 people had died while evacuations rose to tens of thousands. In Los Angeles a large sinkhole trapped motorists and a separate sinkhole damaged 15 homes in Orcutt.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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Biden says surprised by records found at old office
President Biden said he was surprised to learn documents with classified markings were found at the Penn Biden Center in Washington and that his lawyers notified the National Archives. DOJ is reviewing a small number of documents as Republicans seek a damage assessment.
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California
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San Francisco
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Washington
Joe Biden
House Intelligence Committee
U.S
Mexico City
National Archives
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White House
Department of Justice
City votes to consider ban on single use plastic bags
The commission discussed a draft ordinance banning single use plastic bags under 4 mils thick supplied by stores and restaurants. An educational campaign is planned, enforcement details are to be drafted, and a March discussion is expected. 15 speakers weighed in with 3 opposing the ban.
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Commission
Toni Wheeler
Wheeler
Lawrence explores hybrid form of city government with district and at large seats
City leaders backed asking voters to consider changing Lawrence’s government to a hybrid system with four district elected commissioners, two at large members, and a directly elected mayor. The plan aims for better representation, broader input, and smoother continuity, with a draft resolution due by early March for a potential 2024 ballot.
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Finkelder
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Shipley
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Bart Littlejohn
Sellers
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Littlejohn
Green Keith
Fred C. West
David Logan
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