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Incumbent Linda Sánchez (D) and Mitch Clemmons (R) advanced from the top-two primary in California's 41st Congressional District on June 2, 2026

Incumbent Linda Sánchez (D) and Mitch Clemmons (R) advanced from the top-two primary for California's 41st Congressional District on June 2, 2026. As of May 2026, Sánchez and Hector De La Torre (D) led in endorsements and fundraising.

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Who Is Anthony Scott Searles-Harris? Army Veteran and Sex Offender Behind California Bank Siege

A 15-hour hostage standoff in Bakersfield ended with the suspect's death, revealing his troubled past, including military discharge, sex crime conviction, and ongoing legal issues.

International Business Times UK

Frasier Star Kelsey Grammer Claims He Knows Exactly What the Other Candidates Will Do in a Shocking Endorsement for LA Mayor

Grammer has often criticized California’s political leadership, especially Democratic policies.

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California techie living in $35 million mansion arrested for supplying sensitive US equipment to Iran’s military, faces up to 20 years

A California tech executive has been arrested at his luxury ocean-view mansion after being accused of illegally supplying advanced US networking and encryption equipment to Iran’s nuclear and military institutions for more than a decade, according to US jutice department.

The Times of India

Disgraced Army vet and sex offender sparked Bakersfield hostage crisis by telling victims it was a ‘bad day to be at the bank’

Anthony Scott Searles-Harris held 10 people hostage at a California bank for 15 hours before he was shot dead by the FBI

The Independent UK

FBI agents fatally shoot man holding hostages in California building, police say

Nearby buildings, including City Hall and the police headquarters, were evacuated and some roads were temporarily closed during the hostage situation.

Euronews

FBI personnel have fatally shot a man holding hostages in Bakersfield, California, police say

A man holding hostages inside a building in California that houses a bank branch and school district office has been shot and killed by the FBI

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“I laid that song down in four takes, but I was hammered when I recorded it”: How a deteriorating DevilDriver made immortal New Wave Of American Heavy Metal hit Clouds Over California

Even as Dez Fafara’s melodeath riff-slingers were falling apart, they masterminded one of their era’s most enduring singles

Metal Hammer

California’s Lithium Valley Dreams Meet Reality at the Only Restaurant in Town

How Vicky Hernandez and her customers at the Buckshot Deli & Diner in Niland view plans to turn Imperial Valley into a green energy hub.

Capital & Main

LA Mayoral Run-Off: Karen Bass Moves to Run-Off, Will It Be Nithya Raman or Spencer Pratt?

Karen Bass advances to the Los Angeles mayoral run-off, facing Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman amidst criticism over wildfire response and city issues.

International Business Times UK

California, Iowa Primaries Shape Key 2026 Contests As Voters Weigh Cost-Of-Living, National Issues

The latest round of state primaries unfolded against a backdrop of international conflicts, economic uncertainty and ongoing debates over trade, immigration and government spending.

International Business Times

Eric Swalwell Sexual Assault Scandal Reshapes Crucial California Governor Race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California governor race due to a scandal has reshaped the political landscape, benefiting candidates Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra.

International Business Times UK

First Thing: Race for California governor deadlocked as primary results across the US pour in

Mixed picture emerges from races across the US, as Trump’s pick fails in Iowa. Plus: Jill Biden speaks about her husband’s decision to drop out of the 2024 election

The Guardian - UK

California woman threw ‘dangerous,’ alcohol-fueled parties – and all her guests were underage

O’Connor redefines ‘Party Mom’ in the worst possible way.

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Texas is the new capital of the Fortune 500—taking California’s crown

The Lone Star State is now home to 57 Fortune 500 companies.

The Guardian - US

Mitch McConnell statement suggests he considers Bill Pulte unfit for national intelligence director role –as it happened

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The Economic Times

Who won the California Governor race? Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer battling for top spots

As preliminary results emerged Tuesday night, Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer pulled ahead of a crowded field competing to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is barred from seeking another term, according to a report by The Guardian.

The Times of India

Used for smuggling cocaine? Tunnel discovered under US-Mexico border - watch

US officials announced the discovery of an elaborate tunnel running hundreds of feet beneath the US-Mexico border, alleged to have been used smuggle cocaine worth over $45 million, terminating inside a California retail establishment.

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The Guardian - US

California governor’s race deadlocked with nearly 60% of the votes counted

Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead the field with slow process of vote counting still underway

Ballotpedia

South Dakota to hold its first primary runoff since adopting the system in 1985

Welcome to the Thursday, June 4, 2026, Brew.

The Independent UK

Trump takes a hit in nationwide primaries as voters shake up the map

Contests, spanning California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota, provided crucial takeaways for both major parties

The Guardian - US

California primary election results: Hilton narrowly leads as governor’s race remains too close to call

Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer emerging in front, with many ballots to be counted

International Business Times UK

Cassie and Diddy Case Update: Singer Confirms She Now Lives Outside the USA and Refuses to Return in Explosive Court Declaration

Cassie Ventura confirms her overseas residency in a court declaration, affecting jurisdiction in a California lawsuit involving allegations linked to Diddy.

The Independent UK

Hostage situation underway at California Chase bank as police negotiate with suspect

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The Guardian - US

California: suspect in Bakersfield bank hostage standoff shot dead by police

Police said suspect, who had a bomb strapped to his body, was shot dead by FBI early Wednesday morning

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