U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned Sunday that he’s about to make good on a threat to revoke millions in federal funds for California because he says the state is …
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In a sign of California’s rising status as a major hub of Democratic politics, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Sunday he’s considering a run for president in 2028 — just a …
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L.A. County’s $4-billion question: How to vet sex abuse claims?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesL.A. County is bringing on a retired judge to tackle a $4-billion question: How can officials ensure that real victims are compensated from the biggest sex abuse payout in U.S. …
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Trump administration tells Colorado wolves must come from U.S., not Canada
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesFORT COLLINS, Colo. — The Trump administration is telling Colorado to stop importing gray wolves from Canada as part of the state’s efforts to restore the predators, a shift that could hinder …
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ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE — President Trump headed for Asia for the first time this term, a trip where he’s expected to work on investment deals and peace efforts before meeting face-to-face …
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WASHINGTON — Kamala Harris isn’t ruling out another run for the White House. In an interview with the BBC posted Saturday, Harris said she expects a woman will be president in the …
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Commentary: As Trump blows up supposed narco boats, he uses an old, corrupt playbook on Latin America
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesConsumer confidence is dropping. The national debt is $38 trillion and climbing like the yodeling mountain climber in that “The Price is Right” game. Donald Trump’s approval ratings are falling …
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Federal immigration enforcement surge now paused in East Bay too
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesA planned increase in federal immigration enforcement in the Bay Area is now on pause throughout the region and in major East Bay cities, not just in San Francisco, Oakland …
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In emotional speech, Zohran Mamdani defends Muslim identity against ‘racist and baseless’ attacks
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesNEW YORK — Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, pledged Friday to further embrace his Muslim identity in response to growing attacks by former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and …
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Ex-LAPD officer indicted for murder in on-duty killing of homeless man
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesLos Angeles County prosecutors unsealed an indictment Friday against a former LAPD officer responsible for the 2015 on-duty shooting of an unarmed man in Venice. The ex-cop, Clifford Proctor, pleaded …