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Olympians April Ross and Alix Klineman hope their return to AVP inspires moms
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April Ross and Alix Klineman have earned Olympic gold medals. Their next big goal is to juggle raising babies while competing on the AVP tour.
The Sports Report: Rams, Chargers release their schedules
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The Rams open their season against Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions, the team that knocked them out of the playoffs.
The Supreme Court's conservatives onstage, unplugged and unrepentant
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When these justices deign to meet-and-greet, it's with people who won't ask them about conflicts of interest or gifts from billionaires.
Download the checklist of the 101 best West Coast experiences
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Keep it with you as you wander.
Between 'Shōgun' and 'The Bear,' Emmys defy classification
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Is the anxiety-inducing "The Bear" really a comedy? And how do you classify "Shōgun," a series that already fully adapted James Clavell's novel?
Migrants from around the world have made this stretch of California the top place to enter the U.S. illegally
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More migrants illegally enter the United States along this California stretch of the border than anywhere else. They're not coming from the places you'd expect
Take an epic trip along the West Coast in 2024. Here are the top 10 places to visit now
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Of our 101 best West Coast experiences, these resonate most for travel writer Christopher Reynolds. Check out his ranked list of favorites.
Buy a copy of our new West Coast 101 zine
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It's the perfect size to pack in your travel bag as you discover the wonders of the West.
As national wastewater testing expands, Texas researchers identify bird flu in nine cities
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As researchers increasingly rely on wastewater testing to monitor the spread of bird flu, some are questioning the reliability of the tests being used.
From Baja to British Columbia, these are the 101 best West Coast experiences
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Walk the vast salt flats of Death Valley. Marvel at a glorious Oregon waterfall. Tiptoe above a misty forest in Vancouver. In this guide, we'll help you discover what makes the West Coast the absolute best coast.
As salmon populations struggle, California bans fishing on rivers for a second year
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Because of declining salmon populations, California has canceled fishing in rivers for a second year. The decision mirrors the shutdown of coastal fishing.
Air regulators ding California Tesla factory over air pollution
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In an ironic turn, Tesla — the U.S.' biggest manufacturer of electric cars — is facing accusations of harming air quality and endangering public health.
Can this Central Valley Democrat beat the Newsom curse?
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In the Central Valley, being associated with Gov. Gavin Newsom isn't the best bet.
20 of the best happy hour deals in Los Angeles
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Eat and drink for less with the best happy hour discounts in Los Angeles, including West African-inspired vegan cuisine, Spanish tapas, natural wines and nonalcoholic cocktails.
How YouTube became must-see TV: Shorts, sports and Coachella livestreams
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YouTube said more people are watching live events like Coachella and short form videos on TV sets. Sports, including the NFL, are also boosting viewership.
A job can't always lift someone out of homelessness. What more is needed?
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One man's experience points to an answer: He was able to rent a home not through employment alone but because he reached the age for Social Security and Medicare.
Woman gets millions from GM-owned company after getting dragged by self-driving taxi in San Francisco
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General Motors' autonomous taxi company, Cruise, has agreed to pay an $8-million to $12-million settlement to a woman who was hospitalized after being dragged by its self-driving car in San Francisco last year.
Gritty Sparks bring new hope and winning effort during their season opening loss
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The Sparks played formidable defense, worked well as a team and showed signs they can win a lot of games despite dropping their season opener.
California is changing how big power companies charge for electricity. What to expect on your bill
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State regulators have decided to let investor-owned utilities impose a new flat fee on your electric bill and decrease the usage charges. But customers who typically use less energy might see an increase in their bill.
The 14 TV shows we're most excited for this summer
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This summer, you'll have to say goodbye to at least one series, but you'll get to say hello to revivals of "Orphan Black" and "Yo Gabba Gabba!," some mystery miniseries and music-centered docuseries.
A year after its Tony boost, Pasadena Playhouse unveils 2024-25 season
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A year after winning the Regional Theatre Tony Award, Pasadena Playhouse unveils its 2024-25 season and readies to celebrate the 100th anniversary of its historic building.
Champagne wishes and caviar dreams ... of a Senate seat in Wisconsin?
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Orange County banking executive Eric Hovde is running for Senate in Wisconsin, where the Republican was born and raised but fairly scarce in recent years. Democrats are trying to make his California ties an issue.
The 101 best West Coast experiences
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Essential things to do, see and eat right now in California, Oregon, Washington, the Baja Peninsula and British Columbia. Ready to explore?
Inside the effort by two Beverly Hills billionaires to kill a state law protecting farmworkers
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The billionaire owners of Wonderful Co. — grower of almonds and pistachios — say a California farm labor law is unconstitutional.
Lizzy McAlpine follows her breakout hit with an 'Older,' and wiser, tour
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Lizzy McAlpine's song "Ceilings" went viral on TikTok last year. Her new album "Older," coming to the Greek Theatre, sounds nothing like it.
This anesthesiologist is L.A. County's highest paid employee. He works 94 hours a week
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Dr. Sebo Amirkhanian Namagerdy, an anesthesiologist at Rancho Los Amigos, earned $1.26 million in 2023. His sky-high salary stems from a heavy workload — an average of 94 hours a week.
Tell us: What's the most extraordinary West Coast experience?
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Adventurers, it's your turn. Along the thousands of miles of towns, beaches, rivers, mountains and deserts, share the wonders you cherish most.
Star USC scientist faces scrutiny — retracted papers and a paused drug trial
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USC's Berislav Zlokovic has faced questions about the integrity of his research. Since a whistleblower report last year, several papers have been retracted and a drug trial has been paused.
Trump dice que migrantes chinos están en EEUU para crear un ejército. Ellos cuentan otra historia
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“Llegan desde China –31, 32.000 en los últimos meses— y todos están en edad militar, y son en su mayoría hombres”, afirmó Trump durante un mitin de campaña el mes pasado"
Qué se sabe del accidente de autobús en el que murieron 8 jornaleros mexicanos en Florida
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El consulado mexicano en Orlando brindaba apoyo en el hospital AdventHealth Ocala, a donde fueron trasladados muchos de los heridos.