President Trump signaled he’s prepared to let economic pressure on Iran build rather than launch fresh military strikes to force a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, even as the …
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California governor’s race election guide: Becerra vs. Hilton
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesAfter a primary campaign filled with twists, turns and scandal, the election to determine California’s next governor has narrowed to two candidates: Xavier Becerra, a Democrat and veteran of California …
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California craft liquor delivery is about to go away thanks to big money lobbying
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesFor six years, Californians have been able to shake up a craft cocktail at home using alcohol delivered to their doorstep. Now, it’s last call for the distillery deliveries, unless …
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As AI ‘therapists’ dish out advice, California lawmakers try to set some limits
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIn a matter of a few clicks and keystrokes, anyone can find themselves deep in conversation with “Psychologist,” a chatbot character that describes itself as an expert in “empathy” and …
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Bass’ Inside Safe teams went to these places. But so did the homeless
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesAbigail Aguirre has been sleeping terribly. Too many times, she said, residents of a nearby homeless encampment have partied late into the night — sometimes yelling, sometimes blasting music. The …
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For college students, GOP’s $20-burrito debate is about more than lunch
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesA slew of online discourse unfolded last week after Turning Point USA spokesman Andrew Kolvet shared that a college-aged member of the conservative nonprofit told him, “A burrito shouldn’t cost …
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Pratt spent big on luxury hotels and security, campaign reports show
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesDuring the Los Angeles mayoral primary, Spencer Pratt put out a video saying he was living in a trailer on the burned-out lot where his Pacific Palisades home once stood …
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WASHINGTON — The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a vote early Saturday, cementing the command of President Trump’s former personal lawyer at a Department of Justice that Trump has …
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Senate approves funding bill to avoid a shutdown before the election
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWASHINGTON — The Senate in an overnight vote Saturday approved a short-term measure to fund federal agencies into early December and avoid a potentially chaotic government shutdown during the middle of campaign …
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Ex-gubernatorial candidate pleads not guilty to threatening witnesses
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesStephen Cloobeck — a one-time California gubernatorial candidate ensconced in Democratic political circles — pleaded not guilty to witness tampering charges Friday related to a burglary case against his former …