LAFD acknowledges missteps involving Palisades fire following independent investigationLOS ANGELES — In the wake of an independent report, the Los Angeles Fire Department acknowledged missteps leading up to the 2025 Palisades fire and in its initial response to the blaze, which killed 12 people and destroyed more than 6,800 structures. An investigation commissioned by Gov. Gavin Newsom found the Fire Department ignored multiple warnings…Spokane Spokesman-Review3d agoWhole story →JusticePlanetGavin Newsompalisades fire investigation
California Gov. Gavin Newsom creates panel on AI safety regulation, suggests possible 'kill switch'Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday ordered the formation of a panel to come up with safety regulations for the state's artificial intelligence companies, including the development of a possible "kill switch" for AI programs that go rogue.Spokane Spokesman-Review17d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeGavin Newsomai safety regulation panel
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs first-in-nation standards for homes damaged by wildfire smokeLOS ANGELES — California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday announced he had signed legislation to create new, first-in-the-nation standards to test and remediate homes damaged by wildfire smoke, and to require insurance companies to pay for the associated costs.Spokane Spokesman-Review20d agoWhole story →BuildPlanetGavin Newsomcalifornia wildfire smoke standards
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs landmark social media lawLOS ANGELES – California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law on Thursday new tech company restrictions barring children under 16 from exposure to behaviorally addictive features on social media platforms and banning toys containing AI companion chatbots.Spokane Spokesman-Review25d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeGavin Newsomcalifornia social media law signing
