A political consultant filed an application with state officials seeking to alter California’s voting system by reverting to a traditional primary with the top vote-getters from each party. Read full …
Crews gain upper hand on fire in downtown L.A. fed by office supplies; firefighter injured
The heavy commercial fire in downtown Sunday, which rekindled due to paper products inside the building, left one firefighter injured and resulted in a total roof collapse. Read full story …
‘How I Met Your Mother’ actor Nick Pasqual convicted of attempted murder
Background actor Nick Pasqual has been convicted of attempted murder of his ex-girlfriend, Allie Shehorn, in May 2024. He will be sentenced in June. Read full story Author: Cerys Davies
Refusing to quit, Lakers still see a path toward winning series versus Thunder
The Lakers are trying to become the first team in NBA history to overcome a 3-0 playoff series deficit against a talented Thunder team that has controlled the series. Read …
After exile, California tribes could help oversee ancestral redwoods again
A fight over California’s redwood forests pits tribes and environmentalists against loggers as lawmakers consider a bill to reimagine the state’s 14 demonstration forests. Read full story Author: Lila Seidman
Trump Says Iran’s Response to Latest U.S. Proposal ‘Totally Unacceptable’
The United States and Iran have been discussing a 30-day extension to their cease-fire and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Go to Source Author: Erica L. Green, Aaron …
Trump Administration Is Considering Pausing the Federal Gas Tax to Lower Prices, Energy Secretary Says
The tax is a little over 18 cents a gallon for gasoline. With the average national price above $4.50, the measure will provide little relief. Go to Source Author: Adam …
Oil Prices Rise as Prospects for U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Fizzle
Oil prices rose and stock futures ticked down as investors reacted after the two sides failed to agree on a U.S.-Iran peace deal. Go to Source Author: The New York …
After Virginia Redistricting Map Is Tossed, Democrats Search Desperately for a Response
A conversation involving House members from Virginia and the top House Democrat reflected the fury and desperation that has gripped the party after Friday’s ruling in the state. Go to …
Fearing an All-Republican Governor’s Race, Democrats Push for New Primary Rules in California
The prospect of Democrats getting shut out of the general election for governor has spurred a 2028 effort to eliminate the state’s “top-two” open primary approach. Go to Source Author: …
G.O.P. Fatigue in Iowa Strains the Republican Primary for Governor
Five candidates are battling for the nomination in the June 2 primary. The winner will oppose Rob Sand, a Democrat, in the November election. Go to Source Author: Pooja Salhotra …
Taiwan fears Trump will speak off-script on its fate in Beijing
Taiwanese officials fear even the most subtle rhetorical change in policy from Trump could imperil a delicate status quo that has held for decades. Read full story Author: Michael Wilner
Kidnapping of El Chapo’s cartel partner hangs over U.S. indictment of Mexican governor
The explosive U.S. case against a Mexican governor is entwined with the mysterious kidnapping of Sinaloa cartel kingpin Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada. That betrayal may have triggered a political and …
After exile, California tribes could help run their ancestral redwoods again
A fight over California’s redwood forests pits tribes and environmentalists against loggers as lawmakers consider a bill to reimagine the state’s 14 demonstration forests. Read full story Author: Lila Seidman
Big donors backed Harris in 2024. For 2028, they’re not so sure
Though few in the party want to criticize Harris, few appear ready to endorse her. Conversations about her prospects often come down to one thing: Democrats’ anxiety about winning. Read …
Barabak: This is the most compelling California governor’s race in ages. Really.
Far from boring, the contest is the most wide open in a generation, with a potential to make history in November. Those yawning at the contest may be looking for …
Suspect in Venice samurai sword attack arrested after bloody assault
Police have arrested Justin Tucker on an attempted murder charge in a samurai sword attack in Venice. The victim suffered a near-severed arm during the bloody Thursday afternoon incident. Read …
Labour MP challenges ministers to move against Starmer
Catherine West threatens to challenge Keir Starmer herself, as minister Bridget Phillipson backs the embattled PM. Read full story Author:
Rayner delivers ‘last chance’ warning to Starmer
The prime minister’s former deputy warns that Labour faces its “last chance” after heavy election losses. Read full story Author:
Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus
The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them. Read full story Author: