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Activision Blizzard CEO Apologizes Over Sexual Harassment Reports, Takes Pay Cut
The CEO at Activision Blizzard Bobby Kotick apologized to employees after the company had been rocked by the public airing of sexual harassment claims that went unchecked. Kotick also asked that his compensation of more than $150 million...
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California to Require Retail Toy Aisles Go Gender Neutral by 2024
Large retail stores in California will soon be required to have a gender-neutral section for children's toys or items. The mandate was signed into law on Monday by Gov. Gavin Newsom and applies to stores with 500 or more employees by...
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Pfizer seeks US COVID vaccine approval for children aged 5 to 11
The company says its research shows no adverse side effects for the age group, but recommends smaller dose.
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Waymo, Cruise Get Fees Permit From California’s DMV for Driverless Rideshares
Autonomous car companies Waymo and Cruise are one step closer to offering driverless ridesharing in California after receiving approval from the state's DMV to begin charging fees for their services. Both companies still need approval...
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California's democratic governor soundly beats recall attempt
California's embattled Gov. Gavin Newsom says progressive values were also on the ballot after he defeated a Republican-backed recall vote to try to throw him out of office early. (Ashley Landis/Associated Press)
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Californians vote to keep Democratic governor Gavin Newsom
With more than 60 percent of the votes tallied, TV networks said Democratic governor set to prevail, with two thirds voting against recall.
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US officials declare first-ever water shortage for Colorado River
Officials called on populations served by the river to reduce water usage starting next year.
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Hurricane Ida: US Gulf Coast prepares for ‘dangerous’ storm
Storm is expected to make US landfall late on Sunday, bringing heavy downpour, tidal surge and 225kmph winds to region.
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California Bill to Curb Substance Abuse Includes Payments to Addicts for Clean Drug Tests
In an effort to help curb a growing drug abuse problem in California, State Senator Scott Weiner (D-11th senate district) has proposed a bill that would incentivize addicts to stop taking drugs. He joined Cheddar’s Closing Bell to...
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'Shang-Chi' Simu Liu on Origins of Playing Marvel Studios' First Asian Superhero
"Kim's Convenience" actor Simu Liu talked to Cheddar about updating the source material for Marvel Studios' first Asian headliner in its cinematic universe, the privilege he felt taking on the titular "Shang-Chi," and the shock of...
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Florida governor defends his COVID response, claims economic boom
As Florida's economy bounces back, the governor whose pandemic policies flew in the face of science, says he was right all along.
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U.S. hospitals flooded with COVID-19 patients while millions receive vaccine
While 30 million doses of vaccines have been delivered, only 11 million people have been inoculated against COVID-19. Hospitals and funeral homes are finding themselves inundated as the number of patients - and victims - grows.
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US COVID-19 deaths in California now top 30,000
On Monday California recorded more than 30,000 deaths since the pandemic began, with the number of hospitalizations increasing rapidly.
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Fort McMurray builder charged in California after customer complaints
An Alberta builder who left a legacy of lawsuits after the 2016 fire in Fort McMurray is now facing felony charges in California over what happened to fire victims in that state.
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US surpasses 20 million COVID cases on first day of 2021
US passes another grim milestone as it fails to meet the year-end goal of administering 20 million COVID-19 vaccines.
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Florida embraces influx of Wall Street firms, tech companies
Firms are leaving California and New York in droves, opting for places such as Florida where the weather is warmer and taxes are lower.
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California probes fake ballot boxes after Republican admission
In California, a criminal investigation is under way after unauthorised ballot boxes began popping up around the state.
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California wildfires: Record number of hectares burned this year
With a record amount of land already burned in California, fire chiefs warn worse is yet to come.
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US deaths from COVID-19 surpass 400,000 as Trump leaves office
Joe Biden, on eve of inauguration, says ‘to heal, we must remember’ those who died in pandemic.
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Trump pushing for schools to reopen, experts warn against it
As COVID-19 infections soar in the US, President Trump continues to push for all schools to open.
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California shuts down again as COVID-19 cases surge
California rolls back on reopening as cases of the novel coronavirus climb. Restaurants, bars, malls, gyms, salons are being shut down again with the state now averaging more than 8,000 new cases a day.
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California Court Rules Uber and Lyft Must Reclassify Drivers
Uber and Lyft must comply with a preliminary injunction requiring them to reclassify drivers as employees. Mark Douglas, founder and CEO of Steelhouse, joins Cheddar to discuss the the impact of the court's ruling.
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Search continues for actress Naya Rivera, 33, in Southern California
Naya Rivera went missing during a boating trip with her son. The actress is best known for her role on ‘Glee.' She played Santana, a cheerleader, in the musical-comedy that aired from 2009 until 2015.
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More US states step back from reopening as COVID-19 cases surge
Moves come as Anthony Fauci blames rising infections on flouting of guidelines on physical distancing and mask-wearing.