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Could a recent bird sighted off San Clemente be a rare visitor?
The California Bird Records Committee is investigating images taken by retired State Parks ranger Jim Serpa -- and if it is a Lesser Frigatebird, it would be a first photo…
US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2
The U.S. military has struck another vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men.
Federal judge refuses to block Trump order to create federal voter list and limit mail voting
A federal judge is declining to halt President Trump’s executive order seeking to create a list of eligible voters and limit mail voting.
Think it’s hot now? The next five years will smash records, UN says
A report from the United Nations weather agency said it's likely one of the next five years will smash the global heat record set in 2024.
US military says Iran fired missiles at Kuwait in the latest challenge to the fragile ceasefire
The U.S. military says ally Kuwait intercepted missiles launched by Iran, calling it an "egregious ceasefire violation."
Israeli strikes kill at least 14 across southern Lebanon ahead of Washington talks
The Israeli military has intensified its attacks on Lebanon, killing at least 14 people, including five women and children.
Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers’ bullpen combine for near no-hitter in victory over Rockies
Ohtani walks four and hits a batter but doesn’t allow a hit in six innings while also hitting a leadoff home run in a 4-1 win. The Rockies get their…
Western quarterback Chance Thomas transfers to Bishop Gorman of Las Vegas
Thomas, who recently committed to Kansas, could face Mater Dei and St. John Bosco this season with Bishop Gorman.
4 dead after shooting in North Hills, police say
It happened around 7:15 p.m. on the 16000 block of Londelius Street..
Derwin James Jr.: Chargers’ contract extension ‘means the world’
“There’s nothing but love here,” the five-time Pro Bowl selection says of the three-year, $75.6M extension that keeps him with the Chargers through the 2029 season.