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These numbers show the global impact of Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz has jolted the world economy. It has also left hundreds of ships stranded in the Persian Gulf.
Early surf pioneer Mickey Munoz statue to be unveiled mid-May at Watermen’s Plaza
Muñoz, a Capistrano Beach surfer who started riding waves at age 10, is still shredding today at age 88.
Southern Poverty Law Center attorneys make first court appearance in fraud case
Lawyers for the Southern Poverty Law Center are set to appear in federal court in Alabama in the fraud case brought by the DOJ.
A runner competing in a 250-mile Arizona ultramarathon dies after having a medical emergency
A runner in a grueling 250-mile ultramarathon on trails across northern Arizona has died after experiencing a medical emergency.
They’re in remission, but their medical bills aren’t: Cancer survivors navigate soaring costs
The cost of postcancer care often "keeps us hostage," one survior said.
Trump wants to paint the Eisenhower office building white. Now a key federal agency considers it
Trump's plan to paint the granite exterior of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building white is getting a hearing by a key federal agency.
What’s next for California home prices? Watch the job market
Jobs and home prices share an oddly painful relationship for anyone seeking a housing bargain.
Justice Department targets slow immigration judges as Trump pushes faster deportations
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department is working to remove immigration judges who are slow or not following the law.
Chief Justice John Roberts says Supreme Court is not political
Chief Justice John Roberts says Supreme Court justices are not “political actors.” He says justices are making decisions based on the law.
World Cup Group B Preview: Co-host Canada looks for breakthrough on home soil
The pressure is on Canada as co-host to advance past the group stage for the first time at the World Cup. The Canadians will have all three of their group-stage…