Earthquake Watch: New research says the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults in Southern California are “critically loaded,” with stress at the highest levels in 1,000 years—raising long-term quake risk even though no rupture is imminent. Education Politics: Two state superintendent candidates, Sonja Shaw and Richard Barrera, clash over LGBTQ student policies and school funding, setting up a highly partisan general election. DTLA Real Estate: Northwind lined up a $132M first-mortgage acquisition note tied to Brookfield’s distressed Wells Fargo Center North Tower, underscoring continued churn in downtown office deals. Public Health Costs: KFF Health News reports some Californians could face big Covered California premium jumps after federal ACA subsidies expire, even as Newsom proposes expanding state aid. Healthcare Fraud: A California doctor pleaded guilty and will be barred from practicing after admitting sexual battery of unconscious patients, with probation and sex-offender registration. Local Business & Safety: A Bay Area shop burglary netted about $15,000 in Pokémon cards in 39 seconds, highlighting fast-moving retail theft risks. Policy & Transportation: California lawmakers urged removing rideshare liability immunity language from a federal transportation bill. Climate & Water: Forecasters say El Niño is underway, pointing to a wetter, stormier winter that could strain California’s flooding and water systems.