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Mystery surrounds bizarre 'El Chapo' letters sent to federal court in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Keegan Hamilton — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

More than 20 handwritten letters attributed to Sinaloa cartel leader 'El Chapo' have been sent to his trial venue. But his lawyers say he didn't write them.

Venezuela earthquake: Staggering destruction signals urgent warning for California

Rong-Gong Lin II — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:57:33 GMT

The devastation from two massive earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday offers a stark warning for California and other seismically vulnerable areas of the toll catastrophic shaking can bring to urban areas.

Mexico celebrates magical World Cup win over Czechia at rowdy Azteca Stadium

Eduard Cauich — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:29:06 GMT

Mexico rolled to a 3-0 win over Czechia and celebrated Memo Ochoa playing in his sixth World Cup during a special night at Azteca Stadium.

Trump refuses to sign landmark housing bill, demanding Congress pass voter ID law

Justine McDaniel, Ana Ceballos — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:58:49 GMT

Trump demanded that Congress pass the SAVE America Act, the proof-of-citizenship voting bill, before he would consider signing the landmark housing legislation.

Mexico has chance to test more of roster, build momentum in group stage finale

Eduard Cauich — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:52:50 GMT

Will Memo Ochoa play in his sixth World Cup? Mexico coach Javier Aguirre may play him in a game Czechia needs to win but Mexico does not.

Mexico's palm wine has been a fascinating culinary bridge to the Philippines since 1565

Daniel Hernandez — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

For hundreds of years, a trade route between Mexico's Pacific coast and the Philippines brought a ferment made of palm sap. It's experiencing a revival in the state of Colima.

Congress passes landmark housing bill with overwhelming bipartisan votes

Justine McDaniel — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:12:29 GMT

Measures to provide federal funding for new housing in big cities could be particularly significant to California.

Inmates may not sue prison officials who violate their religious rights, Supreme Court rules

David G. Savage — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:41:52 GMT

A Rastafarian inmate lost his dreadlocks and religious liberty suit against Louisiana prison officials.

Ex-U.S. ambassador says Mexico's former president feared Sinaloa boss would expose corrupt officials

Patrick J. McDonnell — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:49:01 GMT

A former U.S. ambassador to Mexico writes that President Andrés Manuel López Obrador feared a cartel boss arrested by the FBI would "spill the beans" on corrupt officials.

Iran soccer team leaves note at SoFi Stadium thanking L.A. for World Cup hospitality

Iliana Limón Romero — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:54:10 GMT

The Iran soccer team thanked fans in L.A. after making history while tying its first two World Cup games at SoFi Stadium in front of sellout crowds.

Supreme Court says ex-LAPD officer may be sued for excessive force in street shooting

David G. Savage — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:34:51 GMT

Judges agreed officer had reason to fire four shots at a knife-wielding suspect but not six.

Alan Greenspan, longtime head of the Federal Reserve, dies at 100

Thomas S. Mulligan, Don Lee — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:02:44 GMT

Alan Greenspan, the former Federal Reserve Board chairman who presided over a long period of economic stability and prosperity, has died at the age of 100.

In L.A., as in other U.S. cities, democratic socialists are poised to expand power at City Hall

Sandra McDonald — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Voters will have a chance to elect democratic socialists for mayor and city attorney of Los Angeles, reflecting a trend seen in other Democratic cities. What would it mean for L.A. if Raman and Roy win?

Why an ancient battle feels closer than ever in one war-weary Lebanese town

Nabih Bulos — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Amid the ruins of intense Israeli airstrikes, Lebanon's battered Shiite community braved a volatile ceasefire to observe its most sacred annual ritual of Ashura.

Guadalajara protesters accuse Hyundai of using World Cup to hide 'dirty supply chain'

Eduard Cauich — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:24:54 GMT

Communities, climate activists and workers took to the streets in Guadalajara to protest what they describe as 'greenwashing through sports' by Hyundai.

'I got crushed': AI giants are funding ad wars in races across the country

Ben Wieder — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In some races, the AI-backed political groups have spent more than the candidates they are backing.

Much of Latin America is embracing MAGA. Here's why

Ana Ceballos, Kate Linthicum — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

More Latin Americans identify with the right than at any time over the last two decades, giving President Trump a slate of willing partners as he seeks to expand U.S. power, combat drug cartels and counter growing Chinese influence in the region.

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre answers critics by leading his team to World Cup knockout round

Jad El Reda — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:09:31 GMT

Some questioned whether it was best to hire Javier Aguirre for a third stint leading the Mexican national team, but the team's group win has silenced critics.

Chabria: Behested payments aren't illegal, but they are a problem. Especially for Newsom

Anita Chabria — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Media and pundits pounced on millions in charity payments Gov. Gavin Newsom has solicited for nonprofits, including ones his wife is involved in.

Here's why the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool went green so fast

Mack Baysinger — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:53:46 GMT

The reflecting pool turned an interesting shade of green awfully fast. Here is why.

Long list of U.S. concessions to Iran raises specter of a 'lost war'

Michael Wilner — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:02:41 GMT

Details of the framework peace agreement were finally shared with the public, revealing a raft of compromises with Tehran long opposed by Republicans.

Drug users don't lose their gun rights, Supreme Court rules

David G. Savage — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:12:11 GMT

A unanimous Supreme Court ruled for gun rights and against drug laws in a flip of long-standing federal law that prohibited drug users from possessing guns.

Mexico hopes to put nerves behind it against South Korea in key World Cup match

Eduard Cauich — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

After letting emotions hamper their precision during an emotional World Cup opener, Mexico is pushing for a sharper effort against South Korea on Thursday.

Aurora Phelps, who lured older men with dating apps, sentenced to 37 years in retiree's disappearance

Steve Fisher — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:17:15 GMT

Aurora Phelps, a 44-year-old American who used dating apps to charm older men, and then looted their finances, has been sentenced to 37 years in prison in a Mexican court for the disappearance of an American retiree whose body was found dumped along a road outside of Guadalajara.

Barabak: Gerrymanders, judges and an alley-oop: A look at the midterm fight for control of Congress

Mark Z. Barabak — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With the redistricting battle just about over, Republicans come out ahead but are still at serious risk of losing the House. Democrats face an uphill fight to win the Senate, but their odds have improved.

People are betting on elections in prediction markets. Congress is watching

Justine McDaniel, Queenie Wong — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:03:32 GMT

As prediction markets stir debate over betting on politics, the Los Angeles mayoral race raised a new question: What happens when people wager on elections?

For Serena and Venus Williams, a doubles victory at Wimbledon would be one for the ages

Steve Henson — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:49:58 GMT

The Williams sisters — Venus, 45, and Serena, 44 — will bring back their record-setting doubles partnership at Wimbledon beginning June 29.

Frustrated Iran vents about restrictions after draw with New Zealand at World Cup

Iliana Limón Romero — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 03:16:55 GMT

After a World Cup journey hampered by war, visa restrictions and a warning from President Trump, Iran manages to play New Zealand to a draw in its opener.

Chabria: Trump goes after Newsom's wife? Unsurprising, but also a new level of authoritarianism

Anita Chabria — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:52:55 GMT

The Department of Justice investigating Jennifer Siebel Newsom has all the appearances of the Trump administration seeking to stop a political rival who has a real shot at knocking MAGA out of the top office.

A vague Iran deal leaves more questions than answers

Michael Wilner, Nabih Bulos — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:37:53 GMT

Trump hailed the document as a breakthrough after months of negotiations. Yet its broad contours remained unclear over a day after the deal was announced.

Sean Strickland escorted out of UFC event near White House. Police say his presence caused 'disorder'

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:38:42 GMT

UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland was escorted from a viewing event near the White House on Sunday. U.S. Park Police says his 'unplanned presence' resulted in 'disorder.'

Supreme Court will decide if 'criminal aliens' can be held indefinitely while they fight deportation

David G. Savage — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:46:27 GMT

The case could give the administration more power to arrest and hold immigrants, including green card holders, who have criminal records.

Who sank 2 Ecuadorean fishing boats? Survivors point to drones as Washington denies involvement

Patrick J. McDonnell — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Surviving crews say they were bombed, and detained, by U.S. forces. The Pentagon denies any role in the sinking of the vessels.

U.S. and Iran reach agreement to end war, Trump says

Ana Ceballos, Michael Wilner — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:36:23 GMT

The deal commits Tehran to forgo the development or acquisition of nuclear weapons in exchange for helping reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

California's slow vote count stirs frustration, but changes would be hard

Grace Toohey — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Experts say there are some commonsense changes California could make to speed up its vote counts, including better funding county election offices and encouraging earlier voting. But dramatic shifts will be hard, especially before November.

Barabak: This historic Nevada mining town has seen better days. Trump is excavating hope

Mark Z. Barabak — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Tonopah has boomed and mostly busted since it's heyday more than a century ago. Trump has raised expectations for renewed prosperity and one local businessman is sprucing up his motel in anticipation of better times.

With Iran set for World Cup match at SoFi, L.A. Iranians see glimmers of unity

Suhauna Hussain, Kevin Baxter — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

As Iran's team prepares for its World Cup opener Monday at SoFi, L.A. Iranians argue among themselves, as some seek unity through sport.

Anthropic shuts down Mythos access after sweeping U.S. order

Maggie Eastland, Hadriana Lowenkron — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:09:37 GMT

Anthropic Shuts Down Mythos Access After Sweeping US Order

UC Berkeley alum accused of espionage, Chinese authorities say

Jasmine Mendez — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:20:11 GMT

He was a dissent from Myanmar who traveled to China for academic purposes. Now Chinese authorities are accusing him of espionage.

Trump prosecutor in L.A. pushing unusual public search for voter fraud during ongoing count

Kevin Rector, James Queally, Brittny Mejia — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

First Assistant U.S. Atty. Bill Essayli is waging an unusual campaign to find election fraud in California despite DOJ guidelines saying not to during vote counting.

Los Angeles has one of the deadest downtowns in the world, according to a new survey

Lily Wright — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Gensler's City Pulse 2026 report shows Downtown Los Angeles ranking lower than average on vibrancy.

Judge orders Trump administration to restore national park signage on climate change, slavery

Clara Harter — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:57:46 GMT

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore signs related to topics such as climate change, slavery and Indigenous and LGBTQ+ history that were removed under an executive order to purge language at national parks that allegedly cast America in a negative light.

Dodgers, Rams physician Neal ElAttrache explains referring UFC star Conor McGregor to steroids specialist

Steve Henson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:13:20 GMT

MLB spoke with Dodgers and Rams physician Neal ElAttrache about a New York Times story that connected him with UFC fighter Conor McGregor taking banned substances.

L.A. drivers are finding ways to adjust to the country's highest gas prices

Lily Wright — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Californians are facing high gas prices that are cutting into their summer spending plans. Some are cutting back on other expenses or exploring side hustles.

Trump's quiet crackdown: Fewer ICE raids, harsher rules push immigrants to leave

Andrea Castillo — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Along with focusing on deportations, the administration is deploying other tactics to deter legal, as well as illegal, immigration.

House Democrats ask new ICE director to roll back policy limiting oversight visits

Andrea Castillo — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democrats wrote a letter in response to a policy that requires lawmakers to identify detainees at least two business days before a visit and provide a signed consent form from each detainee.

Amid travel bans, ICE fears and political turmoil, wary fans try to find World Cup joy

Kevin Baxter — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The most ambitious FIFA World Cup in history is underway, but geopolitical rifts, travel bans and high ticket prices threaten to smother the excitement.

After uncertainty, a positive sign for L.A. Olympics transportation funding

Justine McDaniel — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The funding requires passage in Congress, but its approval in committee last week is a crucial signal of investment from Washington after weeks of uncertainty.

California sues Trump administration over planned ICE facility near Gilroy

Andrea Castillo — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:16:32 GMT

The lawsuit alleges that the leased land is zoned exclusively for agricultural use and that the federal government violated laws requiring state and county notification, as well as procedural steps required before beginning construction.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino pleas for patience, urges people to relax amid backlash

Eduard Cauich — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:05:03 GMT

While he runs the most popular global sporting event, FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists he is no king and must try to broker peace as best he can.

Fresh strikes, surging inflation signal new phase of Iran war

Michael Wilner, Ana Ceballos — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:08:47 GMT

The prospect of a renewed U.S. air campaign cast fresh doubt on the viability of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran that has largely held since April.

The FBI serves a search warrant at the Garden Grove chemical plant

Nilesh Christopher — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:39:08 GMT

The FBI serves a search warrant at the Garden Grove chemical plant

World Cup referee, denied entry to U.S. because of suspected ties to terrorists, hailed in return to Somalia

Steve Henson — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:29:34 GMT

Andrew Giuliani, head of the White House Task Force on World Cup 2026, indicated referee Omar Artan was suspected of having ties to a Somali militant group.

Ad nauseam: How message fatigue tanked Tom Steyer's $216-million campaign

Seema Mehta, Nicole Nixon — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Despite spending a record-shattering amount of his wealth on his run for governor, Steyer failed to win enough votes in last week's primary to advance to the November general election.

News Analysis: The war front that could sink Trump's negotiations with Iran

Nabih Bulos — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Israel-Hezbollah conflict unfolding in Lebanon — a fight Trump considers a sideshow — could snarl his plans for a pact to end the war with Iran.

Becerra and Hilton spar about electoral integrity as Trump claims California elections are rigged

Seema Mehta, Dakota Smith — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 23:01:35 GMT

As Trump pushed unfounded claims that California's elections are rigged, the security of the ballot box became a flash point in the governor's race.

Trump administration sued over 'illegal' and 'corrupt' UFC event on White House lawn

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 19:05:26 GMT

UFC Freedom 250, scheduled for Sunday, which is Trump's birthday, on the White House South Lawn, is described as 'corrupt' and 'illegal' in a federal lawsuit looking to shut down the event.

Iran soccer body says its fans' World Cup tickets were revoked; Somali referee denied entry into U.S.

Steve Henson — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 16:29:46 GMT

Roughly 18,852 World Cup tickets earmarked for Iran's fans were revoked just a few days before matches begin, according to the Iran soccer federation.

Can Democrats take the Senate? Maine voters may provide a clue

Justine McDaniel — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democrat Graham Platner appears likely to become the party's nominee against Sen. Susan Collins. Platner has been accused of engaging in volatile behavior with women, among other controversies.

Ahead of World Cup opener in L.A., Iran lands in Tijuana wearing pins to honor schoolgirls killed in strike

Steve Henson — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 18:53:40 GMT

The Iran World Cup team arrived in Tijuana wearing lapel pins on their jackets acknowledging victims of a Feb. 28 missile strike on an elementary school.

Trump tells Iran and Israel to stop 'shooting' as missile barrages shatter fragile ceasefire

Nabih Bulos — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 11:42:45 GMT

Israel and Iran traded fire on Monday, all but derailing a brittle two-month ceasefire.

Trump forges ahead with D.C. cityscape transformation against growing resistance

Michael Wilner, Ana Ceballos — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Trump has responded to growing legal and political obstacles to his ballroom, arch and other projects by attempting to force approvals through faster than opponents can challenge them.

'We're in survival mode': A year after ICE raids, a couple fight to save their dress shops

Ruben Vives — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

In L.A.'s Fashion District, quinceañera shops struggle after ICE raids scared off their Latino clientele.

California falls behind Texas in Fortune 500 ranking

Nilesh Christopher — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

This year, 57 of the top companies are headquartered in Texas, compared with California's 56. It's a reversal from two years ago when the Golden State had the pole position.

One label, many risks: how grouping Asian Americans hides deadly cancer patterns

Meg Tanaka — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A nationwide effort that includes many California researchers seeks to find out why some Asian American communities have high rates of certain cancers.

Scientists probe cosmic visitor from deep space, come up empty in search for alien life

Ruben Vives — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 02:42:04 GMT

The object, called 3I/ATLAS, is only the third interstellar visitor ever detected passing through our Solar System.

Becerra advances to November, moves closer to becoming California's first elected Latino governor

Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 00:44:25 GMT

Democrat Xavier Becerra consolidated Democratic support to advance in a bitter primary to become California's next governor, while the second spot remains up for grabs.

Feds pursuing 'multiple' election fraud investigations, top prosecutor says

Kevin Rector, Iris Kwok — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 17:36:09 GMT

Federal prosecutor Bill Essayli says multiple California election fraud investigations are underway as state officials reject Trump's cheating claims.

From a water bottle policy flip-flop to botched ticket sales, World Cup fans feel the squeeze

Steve Henson — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:48:51 GMT

FIFA is asking 60 fans who were sold World Cup tickets for free to pay corrected face value for them. FIFA also came full circle on its water bottle policy.

Latest data show California conundrum: high growth but high prices, high unemployment

Queenie Wong — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California unemployment and tech layoffs climb even as the state records strong GDP growth

Trump attorney general pick Todd Blanche could face confirmation challenges

Ben Wieder — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 21:09:56 GMT

Blanche has faced criticism for the $1.8-billion "anti-weaponization fund" created to settle a lawsuit by Trump, two of his sons and their business against the IRS.

Senate rejects an initial attempt to ban Trump's $1.8-billion 'anti-weaponization' fund

Justine McDaniel — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 19:31:23 GMT

It was the second effort in Congress to rebuke President Trump in two days, following the House vote Wednesday to rein in Trump's war powers in Iran.

Former President López Obrador accuses Trump of plotting against Mexico's left

Kate Linthicum — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 16:50:01 GMT

Former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador issued a blistering statement accusing the Trump administration of using a narco-terrorism 'pretext' to weaken Mexico's left.

Sheinbaum accuses the U.S. of meddling in Mexican affairs

Kate Linthicum, Steve Fisher — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 00:19:48 GMT

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum accused the U.S. of meddling in Mexico's internal affairs after a report about two Mexican governors who had their U.S. visas revoked amid probes into possible links to organized crime.

The U.S. is investigating two more Mexican governors for connections to cartels

Steve Fisher, Kate Linthicum — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The U.S. investigation into two Mexican governors suspected of working with organized crime threatens to deepen a growing rift between the U.S. and the Sheinbaum government.

Value of Huntington Beach defense tech startup balloons to $1.8 billion

Queenie Wong — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Huntington Beach company said it raised $300 million in its latest funding round, bringing up its valuation.

Supreme Court rules Alabama may redraw congressional maps to oust a Black Democrat

David G. Savage — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 01:49:10 GMT

The decision clears the way for the governor and state lawmakers to redraw their congressional voting map with six districts that favor Republicans and one that favors a Democrat.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin refuses to commit to following court orders

Andrea Castillo — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 22:47:22 GMT

Mullin faced the Senate Appropriations Committee amid scrutiny over the agency's budget and immigration enforcement ahead of the World Cup.

Aspiration co-founder sentenced to 14 years for fraud

Lily Wright — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 21:55:35 GMT

Co-founder of eco-friendly financial firm Aspiration has been sentenced after defrauding investors.

L.A. Rep. Jimmy Gomez reportedly faces House investigation over sexual misconduct allegations

Ben Wieder — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 21:33:54 GMT

The investigation came after the New York Post reported that the five-term congressman had been spotted kissing a much younger congressional staffer from a different office in 2023.

Missing worker at high-security lab in New Mexico found dead in remote forest

Grace Toohey — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 21:04:53 GMT

Melissa Casias' death is part of an FBI investigation looking into dead or missing federal scientists or staff members involved in sensitive research.

In deep-blue California, frustration with Democratic status quo roils governor, L.A. mayor race

Jenny Jarvie — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 18:35:17 GMT

For Democrats, little clear consensus has emerged so far on who should lead Los Angeles and California into the future.

Trump signs an executive order to vet top AI models for national security risks

Ana Ceballos, Nilesh Christopher, Justine McDaniel — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 17:46:24 GMT

The order directs the federal government to establish a voluntary early review process for the country's most advanced artificial intelligence models.

Competition to run JPL comes at fraught moment of federal budget cuts, project overruns, management missteps

Corinne Purtill — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 16:47:25 GMT

A competitive contract isn't necessarily a bad thing, experts say. But the administration's anti-science record raises suspicion.

World Cup cash grab: Simon Kuper argues politics, greed are strengthening FIFA monopoly

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Once a festival of affordable global fandom, the World Cup now is giving FIFA a prime opportunity to reap record profits from soccer fans.

'People are getting hurt': OpenAI sued by Florida over alleged safety risks

Queenie Wong — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The lawsuit alleges the San Francisco company prioritized speed and commercial gain over safety concerns, including the use of AI for self-harm and violence.

Meta reveals details about layoffs in Playa Vista and Menlo Park

Lily Wright — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Meta announces the locations and scale of layoffs affected by the social media company's most recent round of cuts.

Monterey Park takes landmark vote on banning data centers

Blanca Begert — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Local governments in a few U.S. towns and cities have banned data centers, but Monterey Park could be the first city to ban them by popular vote.

Trump's $1.8-billion fund unravels amid court setbacks, bipartisan pushback

Ana Ceballos — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 21:33:32 GMT

Democrats say the concession is not enough, and are pushing legislation to ensure no president can ever attempt the creation of such a fund again.

From Crusaders to Hezbollah: the bloody history of Lebanon's Beaufort castle

Nabih Bulos — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 20:49:22 GMT

It's been a stronghold for Crusaders, Saladin's armies, the Ottomans, French and Palestine Liberation Organization. Now Israel once again controls Lebanon's strategically located Beaufort castle.

Israel bombs Beirut, recaptures Crusader castle, but Trump says Israel will dial back war in Lebanon

Nabih Bulos — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 18:49:00 GMT

After Israel announced it would push deeper into Lebanon to target Hezbollah, Trump intervened and said he persuaded Israel not to send troops to Beirut.

Paramount's Delrahim slams 'fear-mongering' and partisan politics clouding Warner Bros. deal

Meg James — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

President Trump once said he would be involved in the Warner Bros. sale but Paramount lawyer Makan Delrahim said the company has "no deals" with the president

California will play a big role in the fight for power in Congress. Tuesday's primary sets the stage

Kevin Rector — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

California redistricting could net Democrats an additional five House seats, a major factor in the fight for control of Congress. The upcoming primaries will set the stage for November's most critical match-ups.

Steyer and Hilton scrap for second top spot in tight Tuesday governor's race primary

Seema Mehta, Nicole Nixon, Dakota Smith — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Democratic billionaire Tom Steyer and GOP strategist Steve Hilton are battling for second place in Tuesday's gubernatorial primary after former Biden Cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra surged to the front of the field.

Here are the big cases the Supreme Court will decide in June

David G. Savage — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The court faces big decisions on cases including birthright citizenship, gun rights, transgender athletes and President Trump's power over independent agencies.

'Unhelpful': Top Democrats say Jill Biden's memoir is reopening 2024 wounds

Ana Ceballos — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Jill Biden's new book, "View From the East Wing," is drawing sharp criticism from top Democrats and major donors who backed her husband's campaign.

The secret ingredient tying your candy, makeup and medicines to Sudan's war

Nabih Bulos — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Gum arabic, a resin that comes from the acacia tree, is as ubiquitous as it is unglamorous, virtually unknown despite being a vital ingredient in hundreds of products.

Trump enters perilous polling territory, raising questions over base support

Michael Wilner, Ana Ceballos — Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Pollsters are questioning long-standing assumptions about the president's floor of support, wondering whether it is at risk of giving way.