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New California water measures aim to increase fines for violators, protect wetlands

California legislators passed a bill to increase fines for those who violate the state's water curtailment orders. The measure awaits Gov. Newsom's signature.

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In tight Inland Empire race, first transgender candidate could oust first Republican Latina

Democrat Lisa Middleton is running to become California's first transgender lawmaker against Sen. Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh, the first Republican Latina state senator

L.A.'s 'mansion tax' has collected $375 million. Where is the money going?

Measure ULA has faced numerous challenges since it was approved, and its fate is uncertain, but the city is moving forward to develop programs with the tax money.

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Would a Kroger and Albertsons merger drive grocery prices up or down? The answer is complicated

Depending who you ask, a Kroger-Albertsons merger will drive prices up or down. So, which is it?

As California swelters, climate officials declare Summer 2024 the hottest on record

August effectively tied 2023 as the planet's hottest August on record. The year is virtually certain to be the hottest on record.