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An uphill battle as Southern California cities try to combat illegal Fourth of July fireworks

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"It's an all hands on deck day for us," Huntington Beach police Lt. Thoby Archer said. "We're stretched thin like every coastal city is."

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After Grants Pass ruling, will cities make public spaces safe for the public again?

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Cities now may enforce basic health and safety laws including a ban on public camping. But will they?

1 killed in attempted robbery at Fashion Island retail center in Newport Beach

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A 69-year-old woman was killed in an apparently failed robbery attempt at the upscale Fashion Island mall in Newport Beach on Tuesday, and three suspects were ultimately taken into custody, authorities said.

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Teacher’s aide at Tustin middle school suspected of inappropriately touching 12-year-old

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Giacomo “Jack” Antonio Valdivieso-Vargas, 21, was a teacher's aide at Utt Middle School.

Skydance Media reaches preliminary agreement to merge with Paramount

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The Wall Street Journal reported on the agreement earlier Tuesday, saying the terms of the deal weren’t known.

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Biden plans public events blitz as White House pushes back on pressure to leave race

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President Joe Biden will meet with congressional leaders and Democratic governors, sit for a network TV interview and hold a press conference in the coming days.

Studio City man pleads not guilty to shooting fireworks from helicopter in El Mirage dry lakebed

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Suk Min Choi, 24, faces federal charges in connection with the "Destroying a Lamborghini With Fireworks" viral video shot in San Bernardino County.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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City of Orange approves local sales tax measure for November ballot

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The city will ask voters to approve a half-cent local sales tax to sunset after 10 years. It would bring sales tax paid in the city to 8.25%.

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The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves

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Health policy leaders say patients, providers, and health systems should brace for more uncertainty and less stability in the health care system.

Rudy Giuliani disbarred in NY as court finds he repeatedly lied about Trump’s 2020 election loss

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Giuliani’s attorney Arthur Aidala said they “put up a valiant effort” to prevent the disbarment but “saw the writing on the wall.”

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Palm Beach prosecutor painted Epstein victims as prostitutes, grand jury records show

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In the years since the case was closed in 2008, evidence suggested Epstein and his battery of high-priced attorneys may have exerted undue influence over the state attorney.

Hurricane Beryl explodes into dangerous Category 5 storm on path toward Jamaica and Cancun

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Hurricane Beryl continued to rapidly intensify on Tuesday morning, reaching a powerful Category 5 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 160 mph, the National Hurricane Center said.

New Jersey didn’t renew liquor licenses for two of Trump’s golf courses after his felony convictions

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The two clubs affected — Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster — will serve alcohol under a temporary permit until a July 19 renewal hearing in Trenton.

Supreme Court immunity ruling opens door for new dismissal motion in Trump classified documents case, analysts say

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The nation’s top court has served up fresh grounds for the defense to seek a dismissal.

The US Supreme Court’s presidential immunity ruling, explained — and what it means for when Trump could stand trial

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The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling that former President Donald Trump is shielded from prosecution for some actions he took in his push to overturn the 2020 presidential election complicated the outlook for the remaining criminal cases…

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Gov. Newsom hailed within China after President Biden’s debate troubles

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After President Joe Biden’s catastrophic debate performance, Gavin Newsom has emerged among a handful of names being floated to replace him. In China, that would be a popular outcome.

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Newsom is the last person America needs

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With President Joe Biden’s abysmal debate performance last week, many Democrats are hoping someone other than Biden can be the Democratic candidate for president in November.

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Murder by suicide: Search for evidence leads to more heartbreak in Linda Cummings’ case

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Part two: When her body is exhumed after 30 years, investigators find nothing new. Time to move on?

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Rental security deposits in California cut substantially under new law

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California joins 11 states that limit security deposits to only one month's rent.

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July 4th fireworks: New rules, where to watch and tips in Southern California

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Planning to see July 4th fireworks in Southern California? Here's our complete guide to your options, including free shows, beach tips and a playlist.

Authorities seeking information on string of San Juan Capistrano vegetation fires

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The most recent fire occurred last Tuesday, June 25, in the area near Calle Arroyo, next to the San Juan Creek.

Biden campaign reset after disastrous debate: Portray Trump as threat, show president back at work

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On Monday night, Biden will speak on the Supreme Court's decision to grant broad immunity to Trump and other presidents from prosecution,

Report: 15, 10 and 5 freeways are deadliest in state, as traffic deaths rise

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The number of fatal car crashes have risen 17% in the state in 2022, with speed a huge factor.

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‘Significant heat wave’ to bake Southern California this week

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The high temperatures and low humidity will create an extended period of elevated to critical fire danger in areas away from the coast, forecasters said.

Monday, Jul 1

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Douglas Schoen: Democrats can no longer avoid discussing replacing Biden

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Democrats are rightly reeling after President Joe Biden’s first debate performance, which reinforced – and indeed magnified – existing concerns about his age and mental fitness.

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Lawsuit accuses Iran, Syria and North Korea of providing support for Hamas attack on Israel

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The lawsuit seeks at least $4 billion in damages for “a coordination of extrajudicial killings, hostage takings, and related horrors for which the defendants provided material support and resources.”

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Ask the Pediatrician: Tips for Fourth of July fireworks safety

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You work so hard all year long to keep your child safe. Don't let the Fourth of July mess with your common sense.

Mistrial: Karen Read jurors could not reach a verdict

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The jury in the Karen Read murder trial began a fifth day of deliberations this morning. By 10:50 a.m., the jury sent another note stating they were still deadlocked.

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Southern California Democrats condemn Supreme Court’s historic Trump immunity decision

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One local House Democrat said the "court can no longer be counted on to defend the constitution."