California Hosts Rose Parade with 'Petal Pushers' Amid Record Attendance

Fresno, California is positioned as a vibrant tourist destination offering national parks, farms, adventure activities, and local breweries, as highlighted by Visit Fresno in a promotional itinerary (Yahoo). Meanwhile, Doug Aitken's 'Lightscape' installation at the Scottish Rite Masonic Temple in Los Angeles provides a mesmerizing art experience, blending modern infrastructure themes and multimedia elements in a setting historically tied to Hollywood's cultural production (Hyperallergic). In tech news, California Decoded, a new POLITICO newsletter, has launched to cover AI and tech policy, featuring updates on a controversial AI safety bill by state Sen. Scott Wiener, supported by Elon Musk but opposed by other tech figures (POLITICO). Additionally, a travel anecdote describes the journey of truck drivers, highlighting the personal stories and landscapes encountered on the road (Medium). Lastly, participants known as 'Petal Pushers' from Washington and Missouri contributed to decorating a float for the 2024 Rose Parade, emphasizing community involvement in Pasadena's iconic event (STL Today).