Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
Putin has described the attacks on Russian energy as an effort by Ukraine to distract attention from its losses on the battlefield, although analysts say the advance of Russian forces…
A California farmer is giving away tons of nectarines that he’s not allowed to sell
He’s giving his harvest away rather than watching it rot as he’s locked in a legal battle with a company that claims exclusive rights over the variety of white nectarine…
Venezuelans are rushing to identify the bodies of their loved ones as earthquake deaths multiply
With at least 2,295 people killed, Venezuela is overwhelmed with bodies that officials are struggling to collect, identify and preserve for loved ones to claim. Thousands are still missing.
Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that’s falling back to Earth
Launched in 2004, NASA's Swift Observatory is sinking faster than ever because of recent solar storms.
Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mount Rushmore
President Donald Trump will travel to South Dakota to deliver a speech and watch fireworks at Mount Rushmore. And in a novel twist, there will be a ball drop in…
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Corky: The who’s who of surfing legends get a look at new Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center
Surfing columnist Corky Carroll talks about reuniting with old friends from the surf world.
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More mosquitoes found infected with West Nile in Orange County, now in 10 cities
"In a five-year average of mosquito abundance, we're off the charts," a spokesman for the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District said.
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Alexander: How about Manager of the Decade for Dodgers’ Dave Roberts?
He’s only won NL Manager of the Year once, in his first year, but three World Series championship rings and 1,000 victories make quite a statement.
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Can you be fined for watching illegal fireworks in Orange? Sure, but not in the way you’re probably thinking
A "spectator" clause is the city's new ordinance has sparked some confusion online.
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Southern California’s hottest real estate news in June
Can't miss tales: Record-high mansion sale, home insurance bills going up, and where rents dipped.