August 20, 2026 - California Observer

Jennifer Aitken Says the Greatest Fantasy Is Believing in Yourself

By Will Brock Every fantasy novel asks readers to believe in something impossible. Magic. Ancient kingdoms. Legendary heroes. Jennifer Aitken asks readers to believe in something far more difficult. Themselves. At first glance, Shadow Born, the fourth novel in her Legends of Light & Shadows saga, has everything fantasy readers love: powerful magic, dangerous enemies, […]

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New California Tire Rules Target Fuel Costs and Vehicle Efficiency

The new California tire rules are set to reshape the replacement-tire market beginning in 2029 after the California Energy Commission approved new efficiency standards on Aug. 17, 2026. The program targets energy use and wet-road performance. Drivers will see how the phased standards work, what the state projects they could save and which tires remain