1. California Flag Day: June 14 is celebrated as Flag Day in the United States, and in California, it has special resonance. The state's official flag, featuring a grizzly bear and a five-pointed star, was first flown on June 14, 1846, during the Bear Flag Revolt, a short-lived rebellion against Mexican rule.

2. Yosemite National Park Established: On June 14, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signed a bill that granted Yosemite Valley and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias to the state of California, to be protected and managed as a public trust. This act marked the first time in U.S. history that land was set aside for public use and preservation.

3. Earthquake Strikes Southern California: On June 14, 1929, an earthquake measuring 7.3 on the Richter Scale struck southern California, causing significant damage to buildings and infrastructure in Los Angeles and the surrounding area. Although there were only 11 fatalities, the quake caused extensive destruction, and parts of the city were without power for days.

4. "Bloody Thursday" in San Francisco: On June 14, 1934, a violent clash occurred between police and striking longshoremen in San Francisco, resulting in two deaths and dozens of injuries. The incident, known as "Bloody Thursday," marked a turning point in the labor movement, as it led to the formation of the International Longshoremen's and Warehousemen's Union.

5. First Women's Bank Opens: On June 14, 1976, the first women's bank in the United States, the Women's National Bank, opened its doors in San Francisco. The bank was founded with the goal of promoting women's economic independence and power, and it became a symbol of the women's rights movement of the 1970s.