Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant Act, granting Yosemite Valley and the Mariposa Grove to California. It was the first time the federal government set aside land specifically for public use and preservation.

Looking for a national park without the crowds? A new travel survey has named one of California’s best-kept secrets among America’s top parks for peace and quiet. As we report below, it’s home to bubbling mud pots, volcanic peaks, and surprisingly few visitors.

Be sure to check out today’s trivia to test your knowledge of California’s national parks. What’s your favorite California national park—or which one is still on your bucket list? Hit reply and let us know!

Americans have been chasing the coveted 10,000 steps a day for years. We all know walking keeps the heart strong, the mind clear, and the body moving well into old age. But a major new study says the number of steps isn’t what matters most. Researchers who tracked tens of thousands of adults found that how you walk does far more for your heart than how many steps you rack up. Tune in to today’s Flyover Podcast as Ayla breaks down what the research found, plus five simple ways to get more out of the walking you’re already doing. So are you walking the right way? Tune in here to find out!

Later today, watch for a special message from our partner, EnergyX, about an early-stage investment opportunity in a lithium company backed by major industry leaders.

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Dozens of Laws Hit July 1

A wave of new California laws takes effect July 1, affecting workers, consumers, restaurants, schools, and transportation.

The minimum wage rises in cities including Los Angeles, while hotel and healthcare workers in several markets get raises.

A separate labeling law scraps confusing “sell by” stamps in favor of standardized “Best if Used By” and “Use By” dates on packaged food, a change authors say will curb waste.

Chain restaurants must now disclose nine major allergens on their menus, police can ticket robotaxis for moving violations, and public schools must adopt policies limiting or prohibiting student smartphone use.

Glock Ban Draws Federal Challenge

California is set to become the first state in the nation to bar dealer sales of handguns classified as “machine gun-convertible” on July 1, including Glock pistols, and the Trump administration is threatening to sue.

Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon gave Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta until 5 p.m. EST today to negotiate or face a federal complaint over AB 1127, which classifies Glock pistols as “machinegun-convertible” but exempts current owners and sales to law enforcement agencies.

Dhillon says the complaint would allege the law violates Second Amendment rights and reflects a pattern of law enforcement misconduct, with Washington already suing Denver and the District of Columbia over gun rules.

A spokesperson for Newsom dismissed the fight as “fake news,” saying there is no Glock ban.

9/11 Steel Beam Reaches Southern California

A steel beam recovered from the World Trade Center is touring Southern California this week as part of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s Steel Across America tour marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.

The Huntington Beach Police Department escorted the convoy into the city by air and on the ground, describing the beam as a reminder of the sacrifice and unity that emerged after 9/11.

Before reaching Orange County, the beam was displayed aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego, one of more than 35 stops nationwide honoring the victims of 9/11 and those who continue to serve.

The tour will travel more than 10,500 miles through 21 states and Washington, D.C., before returning the beam to Ground Zero on Sept. 11.

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➤ San Francisco: A fire at a Seventh-day Adventist church prompted an expanded shelter-in-place order Monday afternoon as firefighters battled the blaze. No injuries were reported, and officials urged people to avoid the area. (More)

➤ San Jose: One person was killed and another critically injured in a Sunday night shooting near San Pedro Square, a downtown spot that has hosted World Cup watch parties. Police are investigating the case as a homicide. (More)

➤ Tahoe National Forest: A hiker was found safe near Little Truckee Summit after a multiagency search in the Tahoe National Forest, officials said. (More)

➤ Bay Area: Two humpback whales were found dead over the past nine days, marking the first reported humpback deaths in the region this year. The causes of both deaths remain unknown. (More)

➤ San Francisco: A small sinkhole opened near Bay and Gough streets Sunday afternoon, causing minor flooding and prompting officials to urge people to avoid the area while crews worked on repairs. (More)

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➤ Prather: Caltrans crews have begun a rockslide repair project on State Route 168 near Big Sandy Bluff, installing rock anchors to stabilize the slope and help prevent future landslides. (More)

➤ Stockton: “Safe and Sane” fireworks are now on sale ahead of the Fourth of July, with fire officials urging residents to avoid illegal fireworks due to the risk of injuries and wildfires. (More)

➤ Santa Barbara: Central Coast Rep. Salud Carbajal says Congress has passed a bipartisan housing bill that includes measures he backed to expand affordable housing and help first-time homebuyers. (More)

➤ Atascadero: Sen. Adam Schiff has secured $1 million in federal funding to equip the city’s new fire station and emergency operations center. (More)

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➤ Big Bear Lake: Eaglet Luna made a flawless first flight Monday, one day after sibling Sandy’s shakier Sunday departure from Jackie and Shadow’s famous nest included a slip onto a lower branch before flying off. (More)

➤ Oceanside: Two children were airlifted to a regional burn center and one adult was injured Saturday after a tabletop fireplace used to roast marshmallows flashed and ignited the children’s clothing. Fire officials said preliminary information indicates the device was fueled with rubbing alcohol. (More)

➤ Catalina Island: The island’s fox population has climbed to 2,162, another milestone in its recovery from the 1999 distemper outbreak that nearly wiped out the species. The conservancy says vehicle strikes are now the leading cause of documented fox deaths. (More)

➤ San Diego: City council takes up an ordinance today that would ban monthly “pet rent,” limit add-on fees, and require landlords to disclose rental costs up front, a measure backed by the San Diego Humane Society. (More)

➤ Fallbrook: Randal Vance, 43, pleaded guilty in federal court to dosing his two young sons with psilocybin and using them to help grow and sell hallucinogenic mushrooms in North County San Diego, prosecutors said. (More)

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➤ Parents of UC Davis equestrian athletes are suing the university, alleging the athletics director fraudulently inflated the program’s budget to justify cutting the team while the school continued recruiting athletes and soliciting donations. (More)

➤ The LA Clippers are in serious trade talks to send Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors. Leonard’s representatives have indicated he would sign an extension with Toronto if traded there, after the Clippers made no long-term commitment to the 35-year-old this offseason. (More)

➤ The Golden State Warriors are reportedly exploring a trade for Anthony Davis as part of a plan to pair him with LeBron James, though no deals have been reached. (More)

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➤ PG&E warns customer scam losses are on track to outpace 2025, with imposters posing as the utility, threatening immediate disconnection over fake overdue bills, and directing victims to pay using fraudulent QR codes or barcodes. (More)

➤ Capital Group completed its $210 million purchase of Los Angeles’ Bank of America Plaza, which will become the investment firm’s new headquarters while remaining a multi-tenant office tower. (More)

➤ AI startup Etched leased 80,000 square feet in Milpitas to expand lab and hardware operations, underscoring growing demand for high-power industrial space supporting AI computing. (More)

➤ SpaceX Millionaires are expected to boost demand for luxury real estate in Southern California after the company’s IPO, with real estate agents anticipating increased interest in coastal properties from Santa Monica to Palos Verdes. (More)

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➤ A La Jolla church took its Sunday worship service to the sand for the first time, gathering at La Jolla Shores to bless surfers and their boards before they entered the water. (More)

➤ Lassen Volcanic National Park was highlighted as one of America’s quietest and most underrated parks in a new travel survey, spotlighting an often-overlooked Northern California landscape of bubbling mud pots and volcanic peaks. (More)

➤ Holiday travelers will pack San Diego International Airport, which expects nearly 800,000 passengers between June 28 and July 6, with peak days near 95,000 and travel up about 10% from last year. (More)

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➤ Americans chase 10,000 steps a day, but a major new study says how you walk matters far more. (Hear Details)

➤ A coalition that owns nearly 400 local newspapers has accused OpenAI and Microsoft of copying their reporting to train AI systems. (Hear Episode)

➤ President Trump declared the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool “in full use” and blamed radical left vandals for the pool’s recent problems. (Listen Now)