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

How Clayton Kershaw's rehabilitation setback affects his timetable to return to Dodgers

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Clayton Kershaw said his rehab "setback" was more a "normal sidetrack" in his recovery from shoulder surgery and his return this season is still on track.

Californians won't pay more than one month's rent for security deposits under new law

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On Monday, Assembly Bill 12, authored by San Francisco Assemblymember Matt Haney, took effect, limiting security deposits to one month's rent for all but the smallest of landlords.

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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard impresses during workout in front of Team USA leaders

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All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard impressed Grant Hill and Steve Kerr, including making most of his shots during a drill as he prepares for Team USA training camp.

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.

Wildfires spark across California while dangerous heat wave builds

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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.

Ann Wilson, lead singer of Heart, reveals cancer diagnosis and postpones tour

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Ann Wilson, lead singer of the Seattle-based rock band Heart, reveals she is battling cancer and will be postponing the group's Royal Flush Tour to 2025.

Give the kid a break! Bronny James is unfairly feeling the heat

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He might be LeBron James' son, which comes with a spotlight, but he's only 19 as he embarks on his professional career with the Lakers.

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.

Kanye West sued again: Yeezy employees allege toxic work environment, unpaid wages

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A new lawsuit accuses Yeezy brand owner Kanye 'Ye' West, chief of staff Milo Yiannopoulos of fostering a 'toxic, abusive and exploitative working environment.'

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Why L.A.'s most influential cocktail bar is closing after 15 years

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The Varnish, the bar hidden behind an unmarked door inside the more-than-century-old sandwich shop Cole's French Dip, became the epicenter of L.A.'s burgeoning cocktail scene. It closes on July 3.

Clippers look into acquiring free agent Miles Bridges

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The 6-foot-7 forward, who has had legal issues, could help fill the void after Paul George agreed to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency.

Luke Bryan reveals which stars are in talks to replace Katy Perry on 'American Idol'

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Luke Bryan revealed pop stars who are on the short list to replace Katy Perry and join him and Lionel Richie as judges on 'American Idol.'

Review: 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F': The heat is gone, replaced by warm nostalgia

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The fourth film in the franchise sticks to the formula and the strengths of its star, a game Eddie Murphy, but lacks comic spark or a reason for being.

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David Ellison agrees to buy Redstone family firm that controls Paramount

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The move represents another dramatic reversal by media mogul Shari Redstone, who controls National Amusements and its 77% voting shares in Paramount Global.

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.

Hope for the future: Lakers introduce Dalton Knecht and Bronny James

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General manager Rob Pelinka says "launching" the careers of the Lakers' two rookies is part of helping coach JJ Redick build a foundation.

'Mi Divo' podcast host Maria Garcia examines her own identity and trauma through Juan Gabriel's story

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In "Mi Divo," Apple TV+'s first dual-language podcast, host Maria Garcia weaves personal narrative with the story of the singer Juan Gabriel.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Angela Simmons apologizes, 'deeply regrets' carrying a gun-shaped purse at BET Awards

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Angela Simmons apologizes after facing backlash for her accessory choice at the 2024 BET Awards, where she toted a bedazzled green purse shaped like a gun.

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.

Student loan borrowers can slash their monthly payments — for now. Here's what to know

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Lawsuits by GOP officials have cast a shadow over a Biden plan to ease student borrowers' burdens, but some relief is still available. And more may be coming.

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.

Mychal Thompson tried to recruit Klay to Lakers, 'really disappointed' he chose Mavs

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Former Warrior Klay Thompson's choice of Mavericks over Lakers disappointed his father, Mychal, who played for L.A. and is the team's radio color commentator.