Tom Hayden Fought for the Rights of All Living Things
Oct 29, 2016 The progressive activist compiled an impressive record in California and local politics—from 18 years in the state Capitol to a variety of community crusades. Even shelter animals benefited from his work.
The Big Issue Californians Are Not Hearing About This Election Year
May 19, 2016 While most voters’ attention is on the presidential primary and national-level races, it’s the legislative election that matters to the most powerful political force in the Golden State—big business.
Has Malibu’s Kelp Been Contaminated by the Fukushima Spill?
Feb 1, 2014 Scientists will begin testing California's prized kelp for radiation; a former TSA agent spills the agency's secrets; and Bernie Sanders squashes Michele Bachmann in a debate on "The Situation Room." These discoveries and more after the jump.
America’s Mermaid
May 25, 2011 A real-life tale in which I meet the real Gidget, discover an ancient novella and see surfing’s holy grail.
Kenneth Starr’s New Gig
Feb 16, 2010 Remember Kenneth Starr? You can bet anyone associated even peripherally with Bill Clinton's administration does. Starr, former United States solicitor general and the major driving force behind the public exposure and investigation of the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal, is leaving his position as dean at Pepperdine University Law School in Malibu to be president of Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
