Comedian and podcaster Adam Carolla revealed that he is finally going to leave California and compared staying in the state to excusing a drug-addicted family member.The 60-year-old has faced questions about a potential exodus from the state for several years and told host Sage Steele that it is finally "time to move."The move coincides with his twin teenagers graduating high school, after the comedian citing for years that he didn't want to uproot his kids."I have twins, and they're in their senior year of high school, and I couldn't — I didn't want to pick up and, you know, tear up their roots, you know? So people always go, 'When are you leaving?' And I go, I will be attending their high school graduation in a U-Haul," Carolla joked.'We get what we deserve, and we deserve it.'Carolla, one of the first podcasters in America, said that California has been circling the drain in recent years and compared that to decades ago when leaving Los Angeles was the last thing on his mind."That's a sad testimonial about California and sort of recent downturn in L.A. as well, because growing up out here, nobody left. You'd be a fool to leave, you know. And the notion of moving out of L.A. and going to like one of the Carolinas or Nashville … you watch the beginning of ‘The Beverly Hillbillies,' they lived over here and then they came to where we are, and I was already there," he said on "The Sage Steele Show.""Moving to a place like Wyoming or something would have been unfathomable, unheard of," he added.Along with stating that Texas, Florida, and the Carolinas were among 15 possible places he has considered moving to, Carolla dug deep into what he has seen as problems caused by California Governor Gavin Newsom."He's a buffoon. He's an idiot," Carolla said. "I say to a lot of people, like, when's it end? When do we change course? And the number one answer is, 'We haven't bottomed out yet. We're getting near it. We haven't totally bottomed out.' And then I say, 'Why is it necessary to bottom out?'" Carolla rhetorically asked. "It's like saying, you know, I was looking for some stuff in my son's room and I found some syringes and a baggie of heroin. But he hasn't flatlined yet, okay? I have not walked in and seen foam coming out of his mouth or him convulsing. And you go, 'Yeah, I know, but why don't you get him in some treatment now?' And you go 'because his heart hasn't stopped yet.' And it's like, 'Yeah, I know, but why do we have to bottom out?' We know where we're going. Let's reverse course. California and Los Angeles can't do it."Carolla went on to tell Steele that California got "what we deserve" and pointed to his mother as an example of a liberal mindset raging across the state. He described his late parent as being a "super progressive white lady" who said that while she didn't know who Larry Elder was when he ran for governor, she knew "Gavin Newsom's a Democrat" and that was enough."That's how [Californians] vote. Like Dumbo moms. It's like ride or die with Gavin Newsom. And it's like, can you just admit you made a mistake and try something else? And it's like, no, we cannot."Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, led by Soros-backed DA Alvin Bragg, has been accused of unlawfully discriminating against straight white men in its hiring practices.On Tuesday, America First Legal, a group established by several surrogates of former President Donald Trump, filed a complaint with the Attorney Grievance Committee of the First Judicial Department in New York against Bragg and his office. The complaint points out several DEI-related preferences listed on the office's website, preferences that the AFL calls "unlawful discrimination" that amount to legal "misconduct."'No American workplace is permitted to discriminate based on race or sex. That is illegal.'A quick glance at the DA's website seems to support the AFL's accusations. A page discussing the onboarding of up-and-coming attorneys at the office mentions the word "diverse" four times, beginning with the banner at the top: "We are committed to the recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion of a diverse staff" (emphasis added).The online application for the office likewise reflects this emphasis on diversity. Not only does it force applicants to identify their race and "gender" — offering as options "a gender not listed" and "non-binary" — but it also gives applicants the chance to disclose personal LGBT-related identities without giving heterosexuals equal opportunity.Even with this decidedly woke application, Bragg's office insists that it is "an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination." As the AFL noted, this assertion is a prima facie contradiction. "Both cannot be true," the AFL said, calling this apparent race-, sex-, and sexual-orientation-based discrimination "unlawful, deeply harmful, immoral.""No American workplace is permitted to discriminate based on race or sex. That is illegal," AFL Vice President Dan Epstein said in a statement. "We should expect that those who carry out law enforcement are held to the highest legal compliance standards. Under Alvin Bragg’s leadership, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office appears to have fallen below those high standards and unlawfully discriminated against employment applicants to his office. Lawyers are guardians of the Constitution and the law; compliance with the highest ethical standards is necessary to serve those who need access to justice with fidelity."Bragg's office did not respond to the Daily Mail's request for comment. The grievance committee declined to comment, citing an ongoing investigation and complaint review process.Last month, Bragg's office secured 34 felony convictions against Trump.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority voted on Wednesday to support New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's (D) plan to pause the Manhattan congestion toll indefinitely, the New York Post reported.Earlier this month, Hochul pumped the brakes on the MTA's congestion pricing plan, arguing it would put "undue strain on already stressed New Yorkers."'It would be fundamentally unfair to the outer boroughs.'If implemented, to drive on 60th Street and below, most passenger vehicles would be charged $15, motorcyclists $7.50, small trucks and charter buses $24, and large trucks and tour buses $36. The cameras are already installed and the city would use the state's existing E-ZPass system to collect most tolls. Those without a pass would be charged higher fees for their commute. The plan to implement a congestion toll and the MTA's pricing structure have faced several legal challenges. New Jersey filed a lawsuit in April, claiming it would put an economic strain on its residents, Blaze News previously reported. The complaint argued that the city "failed to adequately consider the environment impacts" and "ignored the significant financial burden being placed on New Jerseyans and New Jersey's transportation system."The Trucking Association of New York also filed a lawsuit stating that the MTA's pricing framework "disproportionately targets" truckers and logistics companies, which would be fined at a higher rate than passenger vehicles.Amid the pushback, Hochul announced that she would temporarily pause the congestion toll, which was previously slated for June 30."Let's be real: a $15 charge may not mean a lot to someone who has the means, but it can break the budget of a working- or middle-class household," she stated. "It puts the squeeze on the very people who make this city go."On Wednesday, the MTA board voted 10-1 to pause the implementation of the toll despite noting that it would effectively reduce its budget by $16.5 billion. The funds were slated to go toward public transit improvements.More than 100 New York residents attended the recent board meeting; most expressed support for the toll. Some carried signs reading, "Gov, Stop Jamming Up Good Law," "Congestion Pricing = Faster Commutes," and "Fix the Subway!" Janno Lieber, the MTA CEO, said, "We will be ready to put Humpty Dumpty back together as quickly as possible.""We can keep the machinery of congestion pricing in operating order so it's ready when the temporary pause is in fact lifted," he added.Assembly member Michael Tannousis (R) stated that he opposes the toll."I am a major opponent of congestion pricing because I believe, and evidence has shown, it would be fundamentally unfair to the outer boroughs, especially Staten Island and especially Bay Ridge," Tannousis said. "Don't get me wrong, I am a user of mass transit. I use the Express bus and I also use the subway. However, this plan would have been to the benefit of a few and the detriment of many."In a statement released after the MTA board's vote, Hochul promised to find "new revenue sources.""While the timing of the next budget may necessitate temporary adjustments to the timeline of certain contracts, there is no reason for New Yorkers to be concerned that any planned projects will not be delivered," she remarked.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

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The Oasa R1 promises a “premier" robot mowing experience. The new mower, which hit Kickstarter on June 26, has already pulled in more than 800% of its funding target in less than 12 hours, the company behind the mower claims. Oasa claims the R1 is the “world’s first robotic reel mower,” and it looks to offer a suite of different features that will likely entice fans of freshly mowed lawns that don’t want to have to do the job themselves. Oasa says its robot mower has a wide 13-inch cutting path and can cut at heights between 0.8 and 4 inches, giving you a good bit of room to get your grass as high or as low as you want it. The company claims on the Kickstarter page that it can also ride on the edges of sidewalks to give complete coverage and cuts close to fences—within two inches. Being the world’s first robotic reel mower means you don’t have to worry about changing out blades and other things like that. The actual cutting blades are pushed along by the movement of the robot itself. Oasa also says the blades are self-sharpening, which should help you always get that perfect, pristine cut. We've seen some promising robot mowers in the past, but this is reportedly the first with self-sharpening blades based on Oasa's claim. https://youtu.be/PdU2L__Gwu0?si=BjnC68vbz7NHZGI0 The Oasa R1 is more than just the world’s first robotic reel mower. It also supports full LiDAR-Vision perception. That means the robot can create a very precise map of your lawn, including the boundaries you want it to rely on, without relying on GPS signals. This means you can set it and forget it—allowing for a “fully automated and hassle-fee lawn care” system. Several YouTubes have already gotten their hands on the new mower, and they seem to be impressed with its capabilities overall. Based on the features Oasa is pushing here, it’s pretty easy to see why folks seem to be flocking to back the project—and why the amount of backers continues to go up. Oasa says the secret to its groundbreaking robotic reel mower is the 335mm reel, which helps deliver a “clean and scissor-like low cut” every mow. Unlike traditional rotary blades, which dull over time and tear at grass, the self-sharpening blades on the Oasa R1 should remain sharp without any additional maintenance on your end. The mower also comes with rainfall detection so that it can return to its dock if it starts to rain during its mowing session. That's definitely handy, as you hopefully won't have to worry about your expensive robot mower getting drenched. You can check out the Oasa R1 on Kickstarter. There are a few different tiers available if you want to back it, and the company is offering a super early bird price during its Kickstarter campaign. Don't Miss: The world’s most dangerous cheese is served covered in jumping maggots The post This new robotic lawn mower hit 800% funded in under 12 hours appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $399 M1 iPad Air, $30 Levoit humidifier, half off Beats Studio Pro, $139 Dewalt drill set, more Today’s deals: $150 off GEEKOM mini PC, $21 TOZO earbuds, $90 Ninja Air Fryer Pro, $360 Galaxy A35, more Father’s Day deals: $20 Amazon credit, ASUS gaming laptops, Braun shavers, $160 off DJI Mini 3 drone, more Today’s deals: $53 HP Chromebook, $850 M3 MacBook Air, 20% off LG C4 OLED TV, $28 Echo Dot, more

An illegal immigrant from Ecuador was arrested Tuesday in Syracuse, N.Y., for reportedly killing a 21-year-old woman and burying her body in a shallow grave in an upstate New York park, police said.