California

The California Divorce vs. The Athens Appointment: Newsom on Marriage to Guilfoyle

As California Governor Gavin Newsom prepares to release his memoir, Young Man in a Hurry, on February 24, he offers a candid—and at times cold—retrospective on his marriage to Kimberly Guilfoyle, current US Ambassador to Greece. While Guilfoyle now navigates...

Nancy Pelosi Endorses Eleni Kounalakis for California State Treasurer

California’s Lieutenant Governor, Eleni Kounalakis, who is campaigning for State Treasurer, has received the support of Speaker Nancy Pelosi. She also appealed for support before the end-of-year fundraising deadline. The Greek American politician previously ran for governor of California in...

Lt. Governor Kounalakis Abandons California Governor’s Race

California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis has officially ended her campaign for governor, announcing on August 8 that she will instead be running for California State Treasurer in 2026. This decision marks a significant change from her earlier stance this...

Trump Orders Reopening of Alcatraz to House ‘Most Ruthless Offenders’

US President Donald Trump has called for the reopening of the notorious prison Alcatraz. In a post on his social media site Truth Social, Trump said America had been "plagued by vicious, violent, and repeat criminal offenders." He added that,...

Eleni Kounalakis Vows to Stay in the Running for California Governor

In an official email to her supporters, Greek-American Lieutenant Governor of California Eleni Kounalakis affirmed her unwavering commitment to staying in the race for governor, emphasizing her intention to remain at the forefront of the campaign. “Two years ago, I...

California Recognized March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day

The California State Assembly has unanimously passed Assembly Concurrent Resolution 35, recognizing March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day throughout the state. This resolution, authored by Assembly member Diane Papan, commemorates the 204th anniversary of Greece's rebellion against Ottoman rule...

Denmark Claps Back: If Trump Wants Greenland, We’ll Take California

Thousands of Danish citizens have signed a petition to buy the US state of California, after campaigners launched a bid to purchase the state in response to President Donald Trump's remarks about buying Greenland from Denmark. The satirical "Denmarkification" petition...

The Places Where Gold Can Still Be Found in America

Searching for gold in America with a metal detector is a favorite pastime for thousands who dream of striking it rich. Finding gold can be a challenging and rewarding experience as shown in the recent example of an amateur metal...

Apocalyptic Scenes in Los Angeles as Wildfires Spread

Several major wildfires are burning in Los Angeles County. At least 10 people have died, but officials warn the actual toll will remain unclear until it’s safe for investigators to access neighborhoods. Tens of thousands of people have been impacted...

Palisades Fire Threatens Getty Villa, a Haven for Ancient Greek Art

A rapidly spreading wildfire in southern California reached the grounds of the Getty Villa Museum which houses exquisite exhibits from ancient Greece and Rome. Officials said no structures had burned and the collection was safe. The Pacific Palisades fire, fueled by...