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Marilyn Monroe lookalikes flock to Palm Springs for star’s 100th birthday – in pictures
Fans of the Hollywood icon set a new world record as 1,034 people descended on the California desert town to celebrate what would have been her 100th birthday. It was…
California’s Public Universities Went All in on A.I. Now They’re Tearing Themselves Apart.
California’s public universities spent $16.9 million on A.I. during a financial crisis, and the result has been chaos.
How California’s New Congressional Map Is Reshaping Tuesday’s Primaries
The state now has just four congressional districts considered safe for Republicans, and four seen as competitive. The rest of its 52 members of Congress are all but certain to…
Tech billionaires are spending unprecedented sums in California races. Experts say it’s the tip of the iceberg
From Google co-founder Brin spending $82m to fight a billionaire tax to Google and Meta funding a joint Super Pac, Silicon Valley is engaged in an existential fight for its…
California
California reports one of largest drops in homelessness in past year, Hud reports
New data suggests success in Gavin Newsom’s crackdown, as Illinois, Hawaii and Florida also report notable decreasesCalifornia reported one of the largest decreases in homelessness over the past year, according…
Johnson, Marc (1977-2026)
Marc Johnson, Street Skateboarder Who Shaped a Sport’s Culture, Dies at 49
His appearance in the 2007 film “Fully Flared” helped earn him one of the sport’s most prestigious honors: Thrasher Magazine’s skater of the year.
Women and Girls
Why Hasn’t California Elected a Woman Governor?
Most states have had a woman serve as governor, but California is in the minority despite its progressive-minded electorate. Women who have reached the top elsewhere saw familiar roadblocks.
Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
These Drivers Found Cheap Gas
It’s in Valley Center, Calif., on tribal land. Customers relish every penny saved.
Drag
Patagonia sues drag queen Pattie Gonia for trademark infringement
Outdoor clothing company is suing US environmentalist drag performer for $1 plus legal fees, claiming ‘we wish we didn’t have to do this’Patagonia has launched a trademark lawsuit against an…
Skateboarding
Influential US skateboarder Marc Johnson dies aged 49: ‘Everything he did was art’
Tributes pour in from across skateboarding worldJohnson was Thrasher’s 2007 skater of the yearMarc Johnson, the influential professional skateboarder whose inventive street style and Bay Area roots helped define modern…
Matthew Perry
Assistant who injected Matthew Perry with ketamine sentenced to over three years
Kenneth Iwamasa pleaded guilty over role in Friends actor’s death from drug overdose in 2023Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe personal assistant who injected Matthew Perry with…
California
Chemical tank crack eases explosion fears as 50,000 residents flee California
US officials hope damaged tank at California aerospace site will relieve pressure and avert blast riskA damaged chemical tank in southern California cracked over the weekend, which authorities were hopeful…
Elections, House of Representatives
He Name-Drops Ocasio-Cortez in His Bid for Congress. She Doesn’t Talk About Him at All.
Saikat Chakrabarti, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s former chief of staff, is running in San Francisco to succeed Representative Nancy Pelosi, whom Mr. Chakrabarti irked with an incendiary tweet seven years ago.
Highlight
‘Potential crack’ in California chemical tank may prevent explosion
Fire officials believe the crack may relieve pressure in the 7,000-gallon toxic tank and reduce explosion risks at the aerospace site.
News
40,000 Californians evacuated from homes over chemical tank: ‘It fails or it blows up’
The chemical tank, used to make plastic parts, could rupture or explode, officials warned.
Skateboarding
At an LA Costco, Skateboarding and Learning About Loss
We’re all going to die. But first — just one more trick.
International
California declares emergency as fire crews race to contain toxic leak
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency as crews race to contain a toxic chemical leak at a manufacturing facility in Orange County.
California
How $6 Gas Prices Are Affecting the Lives of Californians
California is the nation’s most expensive state for gasoline. The latest spike has forced more residents to change their habits.
West Coast
Why an immense marine heatwave off the US west coast has alarmed scientists
What does a surge in ocean temperatures, compounded with El Niño, bode for the summer?An enormous marine heatwave off the US west coast is ringing alarm bells among ocean and…
Billie Jean King
Billie Jean King graduates from college at age 82 after leaving for tennis: ‘Yeah baby, only 61 years!’
King distinguished herself as a tennis champ at Cal State Los Angeles, winning Wimbledon doubles while enrolledSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email When Billie Jean King left…
Wildfires
Aerial footage shows California brush fire spreading across Simi Valley – video
A fast-growing brush fire that started on Monday morning in southern California has prompted evacuation orders for thousands of people and damaged at least one home.The Sandy fire was reported…
California
A California mayor pleaded guilty to acting as an agent for China. Foreign policy experts aren’t surprised
Eileen Wang, 58, worked with China to promote Beijing’s interests and could face up to 10 years in federal prisonForeign policy experts say they are not surprised at China’s efforts…
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Celebrating 50 Years of Great American Wines
In 1976, American winemakers bested their French counterparts at the Judgment of Paris. It’s truly remarkable how much progress American wine has made since then.
California
What we learned from the cringey courtroom drama between Elon Musk and Sam Altman
Two of the world’s richest people faced an airing of their dirty laundry amid their messy, bitter feud over OpenAIA nine-person jury is set to decide whether Elon Musk’s allegations…
Los Angeles
Riding the D in Los Angeles: city famous for traffic hopes new subway stations will be a ‘game changer’
Transit advocates laud first heavy rail stations to open in city in more than 25 years, with World Cup and Olympics coming to townThe roughly 12-mile (19km) drive along Wilshire…
California
Google Co-Founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page Reduce Ties to California
Sergey Brin is joining his Google co-founder, Larry Page, in reducing ties to the state where they built their fortunes.
Lifestyle
Brian Wilson, Legendary Beach Boys Co-Founder, Dies at 82
LOS ANGELES — Brian Wilson, the legendary musician, songwriter and co-founder of The Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82, his family announced. “We are heartbroken to announce…
Christmas
Day 23: On Christmas Day, No Rest for the Weary. (Or the Guy Who Feeds the Penguins.)
For a biologist in San Francisco, Dec. 25 will bring not presents and mistletoe, but beak trims and fish guts.