Rudy Blalock
Rudy Blalock is a Southern California-based daily news reporter for The Epoch Times. Originally from Michigan, he moved to California in 2017, and the sunshine and ocean have kept him here since. In his free time, he may be found underwater scuba diving, on top of a mountain hiking or snowboarding—or at home meditating, which helps fuel his active lifestyle.
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As Insurers Ditch California, Gov. Newsom Backs Speeding Up Rate Reviews
The governor presents legislation that would put insurers’ rate requests on a quicker timeline as they cope with higher payouts from wildfires and floods.
California Bill Would Require Cars to Beep When the Driver Is Speeding
The alert would sound when the driver exceeds the speed limit by more than 10 mph. Lawmakers say that in Europe, the devices make roads safer.
California Bill Saying Landlords Can’t Ban Pets Is Revamped to Exempt Small Landlords
Property owners with 15 or fewer units are excluded. The revised bill also requires prospective tenants to give 72-hour notice that they plan to keep a pet.
Nearly 6 Million Fentanyl Pills Seized in California Since January, Governor Says
A National Guard task force has helped authorities intercept drugs at the border and across the state.
California Bill Would Allow Funding for Drug-Free Recovery Homes
The state’s ‘housing first’ policy excluded such homes in favor of getting addicts off the streets. But mixing users with those seeking sobriety poses risks.
Revamped Bill to Legalize Cannabis Cafes Passes California Assembly
The bill allows consumption of fresh food and beverages along with marijuana. After last year’s veto, concerns about workplace smoking have been addressed.
Huntington Beach Police to Install More Cameras to Thwart Burglars
Thieves sometimes park a fake work truck at targeted homes, or impersonate delivery drivers to find out if a home is occupied, police chief tells residents.
Santa Monica Passes Ordinance Saying City Funds Can’t Be Used for Needle Exchange Programs
The city contracts with nonprofits that also receive money from LA County for the needle exchanges in three parks.
Huntington Beach to Keep Fighting Despite State’s Recent Court Victory on Affordable Housing
Surf City pushes for local control, but Attorney General Rob Bonta says cities are not above the law and ’should take notice.’
