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2026 Election Results: In CA-49, D-Mike Levin faces 2 challengers
This district covers parts of San Diego County as well as Ladera Ranch, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano in Orange County.
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2026 Election Results: Races for OC assessor, clerk-recorder, treasurer-tax collector
All three races for heads of some of Orange County's largest departments drew two candidates each.
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2026 Election Results: California Board of Equalization District 4
The Board of Equalization, which is the state’s tax commission, assesses the property of specific public utilities, oversees the state’s 58 county assessors, assesses and collects the alcoholic beverage tax…
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Myles Garrett ready to compete for Super Bowl with Rams
The All-Pro defensive end, acquired from the Cleveland Browns in a blockbuster deal Monday, says the opportunity to win was too difficult to pass up.
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Haunted Mansion riders told to fend for themselves during Disneyland ride breakdown
The classic dark ride was evacuated after a small electrical malfunction on the track.
More cities are pressing pause on data centers as local backlash grows
Supporters of the pauses say cities need rules before projects arrive.
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TV actor gets 32 years to life for Sunland attack on estranged girlfriend
Authorities said Nick Pasqual broke into the victim's home and stabbed her multiple times, then fled before being detained at a border checkpoint in Texas.
Same stadium, new name: Why World Cup venues are getting rebranded for the tournament
The stadiums that will host World Cup matches are removing all traces of their usual corporate sponsors in anticipation of the tournament that is starting next week.
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Chargers QB Justin Herbert adapting to new, faster-paced offense
New offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel's emphasis is on Herbert's footwork and a quicker release while also giving his arm a break for bigger days ahead.
Artist suing FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural before World Cup
World Cup organizers in the Dallas area have said the downtown mural was painted over to make room for new art