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Harris glosses over debate at San Francisco fundraiser, highlights Biden victories over 'liar' Trump

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Vice President Kamala Harris, addressing Bay Area donors, frames November's election as a choice between freedom under Biden and dictatorship under Trump.

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Woman killed in robbery gone wrong at upscale Newport Beach mall, authorities say

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Two suspects attempted to rob a couple at the upscale Fashion Island mall, then ran over the woman with their getaway car, killing her.

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Deadliest roads in state are in Southern California. Do you drive these freeways?

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The state's most deadly freeways are in San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego counties, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration analyzed by ConsumerAffairs.

Massive fire near Oroville forces thousands to flee

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As California braces for a heat wave expected to last through next week, several wildfires ignited under critical fire conditions, forcing evacuations.

Gang violence in Mexico: 19 bodies discovered in latest grisly find

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In the latest Mexican cartel violence, 19 bodies were found around a dump truck in Chiapas state, officials say, part of a gang war for drug and migrant trafficking routes.

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L.A. to pay $21 million in settlements tied to botched fireworks detonation by police

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The City Council unanimously approved settlements with more than a dozen residents after the police blew up their South L.A. neighborhood while detonating a cache of fireworks

Robert Towne, Oscar-winning screenwriting icon behind 'Chinatown,' dies at 89

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Robert Towne, the screenwriting icon who won an Academy Award for "Chinatown," has died. He was 89.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Man arrested after stabbing in an Ontario road rage incident, authorities say

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A man was arrested after allegedly stabbing another driver in a road rage incident in Ontario, according to police.

Coyote that attacked girl at San Francisco's Botanical Garden is killed

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The girl was attending a day camp at the Botanical Garden at the time of the bite, which left a "substantive but not serious" injury, according to California Department of Fish and Wildlife spokesperson Patrick Foy.

A plan to fund $1 million in security for Jewish spaces is amended after a protest at City Hall

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Dozens gathered outside L.A. City Hall to oppose a City Council measure that would allocate $1 million to bolster security near Jewish community spaces.

Fire risk closes section of Joshua Tree National Park over July 4 weekend

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The ecologically-sensitive Covington Flats area of Joshua Tree National Park will shut down to the public in a bid to protect its Joshua trees and junipers from wildfire.

Law versus lyrics: Rapper BG must have all future songs reviewed by U.S. government

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Rapper BG, who is living under federal supervision after serving an 11-year prison sentence, must submit future lyrics to the federal government for review.

Athletics' request to get involved in Nevada court case involving Vegas stadium is denied

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The Athletics' request to intervene in a Nevada court case in an effort to protect their interests in Las Vegas was denied in a ruling issued last week.

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Young Thug's RICO trial on hold indefinitely as defense moves to recuse judge from case

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Young Thug's months-long RICO trial faces yet another delay as the Atlanta judge currently overseeing the case faces calls to recuse himself.

Three teens identified in fatal DUI pursuit crash in Upland

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A car driven by a suspected DUI driver fled police in Rancho Cucamonga and crashed into another car in Upland on Friday, injuring three people and killing four.

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Killer Mike's Grammys fracas won't result in any charges. It inspired a new verse instead

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Rapper Killer Mike addresses his arrest at the Grammys in a new song, 'Humble Me.' He won't be charged for the incident, the L.A. city attorney's office said.

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July 4 fireworks in California: Where to watch and where to set them off

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California has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to illegal fireworks. While some cities allow legal fireworks, lighting a July 4 firework in other parts of the state can lead to jail time or a fine.

Letters to the Editor: The Supreme Court's ruling on the Trump immunity case changes America forever

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After the justices brought Trump one step closer to shaking Jan. 6 charges, readers respond.

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Extreme heat, elevated fire risk prompt power shutoffs in Northern California

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Hot weather coincides with extreme fire conditions across Northern California, prompting Pacific Gas & Electric Co. to initiate the first public safety power shutoffs of the year. Even so, the region has seen several wildfires ignite.

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Supreme Court's decision would free a reelected President Trump to ignore the law, experts warn

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Even before his big Supreme Court win, Trump promised to be 'dictator for one day.' Will the ruling embolden him further?

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Supreme Court turns down a 2nd Amendment challenge to state bans on assault weapons

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Supreme Court refused to hear a gun-rights claim that could have struck down California's ban on rapid-fire assault rifles.

L.A. fast-food workers may get a helping hand from City Council

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City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez in Los Angeles to introduce an ordinance Tuesday to strengthen protections for fast-food workers.

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Letters to the Editor: Gun control keeps staring down originalism at the Supreme Court

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Readers weigh in on the U.S. Supreme Court's role in shaping fair gun laws.

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Column: Trump's Big Lie isn't just a national scourge. Local candidates are also fighting for democracy

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Candidates across the country are running to counter election denialism and political chicanery at the local level. If Trump prevails, they may offer an important last line of defense.

NASA JPL team hopes to give greenhouse gas-monitoring satellite 'unprecedented' vision

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While there are already multiple satellites monitoring greenhouse gases from space, Carbon-I's resolution would be unprecedented.

Letters to the Editor: The Supreme Court's surprising ally on its homelessness ruling

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The court ruled in favor of an Oregon city blocking homeless people from sleeping in the city.

Column: With its 'Chevron' ruling, the Supreme Court claims to be smarter than scientific experts

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After 40 years, the Supreme Court overturns its landmark 'Chevron' ruling, but are the implications for healthcare and environmental regulations good or bad news for businesses and consumers?

Editorial: July 2 is America's true date of birth. And rebirth

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American freedom was born on July 2, 1776 — not the Fourth — and reborn on the same date in 1964 with the passage of the Civil Rights Act.

Britain goes to the polls, and a wipeout is in the works. What to know about the election

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The election's expected booting out of Britain's Conservative party would end 14 years of rule. Economic discontent and immigration top voter concerns.

Opinion: Wildfire smoke kills thousands of Californians a year. It doesn't have to be so deadly

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Forest management won't be enough to avoid such casualties, but officials can take steps to adapt to this new reality and protect Californians.