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Ukraine Crisis Fuels Gulf Coast LNG Boom, Straining US Energy Affordability
Ukraine Crisis Fuels Gulf Coast LNG Boom, Straining US Energy Affordability
AI Takes Center Stage: Shane Sadanand to Launch Fully AI-Generated Malayalam Cinema
AI Takes Center Stage: Shane Sadanand to Launch Fully AI-Generated Malayalam Cinema
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Newsom Leads West Coast Defense of Science Against Trump’s Public Health Policies
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West Coast News Alert: Heat and Wind Advisories Grip Santa Monica Mountains March 8th
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West Coast Food Scene Thrives on Health, Sustainability, and Global Flavors
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THE CURRENT (News & Investigations)
* State by State: Dedicated sections for California, Oregon, and Washington.
* Politics & Policy: Deep dives into legislation, statehouse drama, and elections.
* Investigations: Long-form, data-driven journalism on pressing regional issues.
* The Breakdown: Explainer articles that make complex topics (like water rights or housing policy) easy to understand.

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LAUSD Borrows Another $250 Million for Sex Abuse Claims Amid Rising Costs

evan Park 3 weeks ago

Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is borrowing more money. The district approved an additional $250 million in bonds. This is for settling sexual misconduct claims....

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IMF Chief: AI Set to Boost Global Growth by 0.8%; India’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ Goal Achievable Amidst Job Concerns

Donovan Blake 3 weeks ago

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva shared significant insights. She spoke at the India AI Impact Summit. The event took place in New Delhi....

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West Coast Fatal Crash: Sand Truck Driver Arrested Amid Ongoing Investigations

brett Chang 4 weeks ago

West Coast Fatal Crash: Sand Truck Driver Arrested Amid Ongoing Investigations A tragic accident has occurred. It happened on the West Coast of Demerara. A 42-year-old...

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ODU Libraries Unveils ‘Western Frontiers and Futurities’ Spring 2026 Screening Series, Seeks Diverse Contributors

Sasha Martinez 4 weeks ago

ODU Libraries Unveils ‘Western Frontiers and Futurities’ Spring 2026 Screening Series, Seeks Diverse Contributors Old Dominion University (ODU) Libraries’ Naro Video is launching its spring 2026...

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California AG Launches Civil Rights Investigation into Eaton Fire Response

Priyank anair 4 weeks ago

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is investigating the Eaton Fire’s emergency response. This action stems from the devastating blazes in January 2025. The focus is on...

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West Coast Investigations: LAPD Continues Search for Suspects in USC Hate Crime Attack

Maisie Rivers 1 month ago

Police continue their search for suspects. This involves a hate crime attack. It happened near USC in 2023. Three Turkish Consulate members were victims. The Los...

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California AG Probes Eaton Fire Response: West Altadena Seeks Justice Amidst Discrimination Claims

Leeanne Perez 1 month ago

California AG Probes Eaton Fire Response: West Altadena Seeks Justice Amidst Discrimination Claims California Attorney General Rob Bonta is leading a civil rights investigation. This probe...

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Super Bowl LX: Viewership Holds Steady Amidst Record-Breaking Betting Frenzy

Keiko Matsuda 1 month ago

Super Bowl LX Captures Millions, While Betting Soars to New Heights Super Bowl LX concluded with a split narrative. Viewership numbers remained strong. However, sports wagering...

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Guyana Wharf Tragedy: Four Dead, Safety Protocols Under Urgent Review; Investigations Ongoing

Jorge Salcido 1 month ago

A tragic incident has shocked Guyana. Four men lost their lives at Courtney Benn Wharf. They died aboard a vessel on February 4th. Safety and operational...

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FBI Files: No Direct Evidence Found of Epstein Trafficking Ring for Powerful Men

evan Park 1 month ago

FBI Investigation Yields Limited Evidence of Epstein Sex Trafficking Ring for Elite Newly released FBI files indicate a significant finding. Investigators did not find direct evidence....

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