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California Authorities Search for Two Children Allegedly Abducted by Father, Concerned for Their Safety

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is seeking public assistance to locate Solomon and Marozhina Sukonick, last seen with their father in Lancaster, California.

Fox News Latest | Jul 26, 2026, 10:22 AM

Former Chief of the U.S. Forest Service Dale Bosworth and the Forest Service's Office of International Programs' Sarah Banks visited New Zealand November 2-7 to discuss the forestry sector and industry in the U.S. and exchange ideas and best practices.

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Two US Forest Service Biologists Held Hostage for 15 Hours in California Wilderness

Joseph Charles Henrichsen and his son Phoenix allegedly kidnapped two federal biologists in Shasta-Trinity National Forest, holding them captive in a trailer near Gumboot Lake.

Guardian US | Jul 26, 2026, 9:37 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A live microphone captured Sacramento's Mayor Kevin McCarty and Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes debating the possibility of barring disruptive protesters from future city council meetings following interruptions during a contentious immigration debate.

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Sacramento Mayor and Vice Mayor Caught on Hot Mic Discussing Ban on Disruptive Protesters

A live microphone captured Sacramento's Mayor Kevin McCarty and Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes debating the possibility of barring disruptive protesters from future city council meetings following interruptions during a contentious immigration debate.

Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 3:04 AM

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Intel Reports Fastest Revenue Growth in 15 Years Fueled by CPU Demand

Rising demand for central processing units amid AI infrastructure expansion drives Intel’s strongest quarterly revenue surge since 2011.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 24, 2026, 2:29 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A three-year-old girl in Santa Clarita was hospitalized after a rattlesnake bite while retrieving a package, highlighting a rise in snake incidents amid California heatwaves.

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California Toddler Bitten by Rattlesnake Hidden Under Amazon Package

A three-year-old girl in Santa Clarita was hospitalized after a rattlesnake bite while retrieving a package, highlighting a rise in snake incidents amid California heatwaves.

Guardian US | Jul 23, 2026, 8:31 AM

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Elon Musk Claims Tesla's AI6 Chip as World's Best Edge AI Processor

Tesla shifts focus from electric vehicles to AI and robotics with its next-generation AI6 semiconductor.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 1:37 AM

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States Defend Election Security Amid Trump’s Renewed Fraud Claims

As the 2026 midterms approach, state officials respond to President Trump’s assertions of election vulnerabilities, citing specific cases in Michigan and California.

The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 12:15 PM

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Two Colombian Nationals Arrested in California Linked to Violent Carjacking

Automated license plate readers helped deputies track a stolen Mercedes-Benz involved in a violent carjacking, leading to the arrest of two Colombian nationals in California.

Fox News Latest | Jul 20, 2026, 8:24 AM

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Tom Homan Discusses Border Issues and ICE Bodycam Delays on Face the Nation

In a July 19, 2026 interview, Trump administration border czar Tom Homan addressed recent immigrant deaths, ICE body camera delays, and DHS findings on non-citizens in key states.

CBS Politics | Jul 20, 2026, 12:44 AM

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Paul Pelosi Charged with Misdemeanor Hit-and-Run in Napa County

Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, faces charges after allegedly leaving the scene of a collision with a parked car in Yountville, California.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:21 AM

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Paul Pelosi Charged with Misdemeanor Hit-and-Run in California

Paul Pelosi faces charges after allegedly crashing into a parked vehicle and leaving the scene in early July in Yountville, California.

Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 2:29 AM

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Two Men Arrested After Kidnapping US Forest Service Employees in California

Hostages released after more than 12 hours in Shasta-Trinity National Forest; suspects to face federal kidnapping charges.

Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 10:12 PM

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Vice President JD Vance Compares Elite Los Angeles Event to U.S. Embassy in Haiti

JD Vance told Joe Rogan that attending a high-security party near Los Angeles' skid row evoked memories of visiting a U.S. embassy in a third-world country, highlighting stark contrasts within the city.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 12:54 AM

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Election Handicapper Updates Projections for Maine and California House Races

Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifts its predictions amid the midterm battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 12:10 AM

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California Firefighters Administer Oxygen to Pigeon After Vehicle Fire in Oakland

Firefighters in Oakland, California, provided emergency oxygen to a pigeon suffering from smoke inhalation following a vehicle fire, capturing widespread attention online.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 11:26 PM

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KTLA Reporter Unfazed as Giant Cockroach Interrupts Live Heat Report in California

Rachel Menitoff maintained composure during a live broadcast in Sherman Oaks despite a large cockroach landing on her, drawing praise from colleagues and viewers.

Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 7:53 PM

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Nvidia Expands Sovereign AI Partnerships with Focus on Japan

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visits Japan to support a government-backed AI developer, continuing the company’s global push into sovereign AI systems.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:50 PM

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US Meta Employees Sue Over AI-Driven Layoffs Targeting Those on Protected Leave

Twenty-six Meta employees have filed a lawsuit alleging the company’s AI systems disproportionately selected workers on medical, parental, or family leave for layoffs.

ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 9:58 AM

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California Representative Ro Khanna Faces Criticism Over Israel Visit

Ro Khanna’s recent actions in Israel have drawn scrutiny, with critics suggesting the move was aimed at boosting his presidential ambitions.

National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 4:02 AM

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One Dead, Three Missing After Boat Capsizes Near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay

A 50-foot cabin cruiser named Volare capsized near Alcatraz Island, resulting in one death, three missing persons, and several injuries as rescue operations continue.

Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 1:23 AM

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California Man Arrested After Leaving $30K Methamphetamine Stash in Rideshare

A Sacramento resident was apprehended following the accidental abandonment of a backpack containing over 355 grams of suspected methamphetamine in a San Francisco rideshare vehicle.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 12:04 AM

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Thousands Visit Huntington to Witness Rare Blooming of Two Corpse Flowers in California

The simultaneous flowering of two titan arums at the Huntington in San Marino attracted over 7,000 visitors eager to see the brief and odorous spectacle.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 11:33 PM

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FCC Approves Startup’s Space Mirror Satellite to Illuminate Dark Areas on Earth

Reflect Orbital of Hawthorne, California, received regulatory approval to launch an experimental satellite designed to reflect sunlight to Earth's dark regions.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 11:31 PM

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California Attorney General Opposes Voter ID Proposal

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