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Trump-endorsed de la Espriella declared winner of Colombia’s presidential runoff election
Abelardo de la Espriella, a millionaire political newcomer, has been declared Colombia’s next president. Electoral authorities announced his victory on Wednesday after a close runoff election on Sunday.
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It’ll soon be pay-to-park at the Irvine Great Park
Officials expect the paid parking program, which will provide revenue to the city, to go live by either late 2026 or early 2027.
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White House asks Congress for $87.6B for Iran war, aid to US farmers and responding to Ebola crisis
The White House has formally requested $87.6 billion mostly to replenish the Pentagon after the U.S. war against Iran, submitting the request to Congress at a politically difficult time as…
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California lawmakers consider a bill to fast-track adoptions for abused animals
Animals held in shelters for long periods of time 'puts a roadblock to their recovery,' says Assemblymember Matt Haney.
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New report says San Andreas Fault stress at 1,000-year high
It has been over 100 years since a major tectonic rupture has affected the greater Los Angeles area, which means stress on the tectonic plates has been building, according to…
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New-home sales unexpectedly fall, with West down 27%
The West region saw its slowest pace since October.
Man rescued after falling into vault toilet at California campground
He underwent decontamination after being stuck for about 15 minutes.
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Angels’ Josh Lowe says he was ‘humbled’ by demotion to minors
Lowe returns to the big leagues, perhaps temporarily, after being sent down last month, but he hit .299 with nine homers in his first 26 games at Triple-A.
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OCADA names Jaslene Massey, Trent Mosley athletes of the year for 2025-26
The Orange County organization also recognized the honorees for each league or conference at the annual event June 1.
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Ex-boss secretly filmed naked lifeguards in state parks locker room, prosecutors allege
Kevin Pearsall is facing criminal charges and a civil lawsuit.