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Newsom wants California to impose 100% tax on payments from Trump’s ‘slush fund’

The California governor indicated the tax measure would require either the public or state legislature’s support

The Independent UK

California’s messy governor showdown leaves Democratic voters totally split

Unlike previous high-profile contests that saw figures like Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger or Democrat Jerry Brown dominate, this election has left many voters feeling uninspired

The Independent UK

Grasshopper Adventure Series: Samara Sheppard and Cole Davis win Ukiah Mendo Gravel Epic ahead of Unbound Gravel

Jen Tavé and Cassius Anderson win overall series titles after fifth round in northern California

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How the Billionaire Tax Could Make California Poorer

One upcoming ballot measure would expand the state's taxing power. A lesser-known measure would limit it. Which will win?

Reason

Newsom to impose 100% tax on California payees of Trump’s $1.8bn fund

State’s governor looks to thwart US president’s plan to divert money to allies, including January 6 rioters

The Guardian - US

California residents evacuated due to chemical tank threat return home but fears remain

Residents were back in their homes near a chemical tank that overheated in Southern California

AAP

Thousands return home after California chemical tank threat, but fears linger

A faulty valve in the tank's cooling system triggered the evacuation of 50,000 people in and around Garden Grove, Orange County

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Nasa images show wildfire damage to island dubbed ‘Galapagos of California’

The satellite visuals reveal vast burn scars after blaze tore through rare ecosystems on Santa Rosa Island

The Guardian - US

Trump Supporter Known for Elaborate MAGA Displays Fatally Attacked Outside Home, Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

Kerry Sheron, a known Trump supporter, was fatally attacked outside his California home. The incident has sparked national debate over political hostility and partisan tensions.

International Business Times UK

California veteran known for pro-Trump display outside his home dies after assault

Authorities have said they are still investigating motive of alleged attack on Kerry Sheron, 69, by Thomas Butler

The Guardian - US

California Moves to Ban Quartz Countertop Fabrication to Combat Silicosis Epidemic

The incurable lung disease has killed 31 countertop workers and sickened 560, numbers that are expected to keep climbing while regulators draft emergency rules.

Capital & Main

Over the past two weeks, 12 new ballot measures were certified in seven states

As of May 26, 117 statewide measures have been certified for the ballot in 38 states, 15 more measures than the average number certified at this point in other even-numbered years over the past decade (2014 to 2024).

Ballotpedia

Even if every California billionaire left overnight, a wealth tax would help the state come out ahead for 25 years

The Golden State might be able to stomach more ultra-wealthy departures than first feared.

Fortune

Prince Harry Cash Crisis: Prince William Allegedly Brands Rival Brother 'Self-Serving' In Feud

Reports claim Prince Harry is facing financial pressure in California and has reportedly turned to King Charles for support, amid alleged tensions with Prince William and concerns over Invictus funding and fading Hollywood interest.

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Billionaire Tom Steyer Buys California Governor Race with Record-Breaking Cascade of Non-Stop Ad Spending

Tom Steyer's record-breaking California governor campaign ad blitz is fuelling renewed criticism over billionaire influence in US politics

Evening Standard

La fanciulla del West: An opera seen through a haze of cowboy stereotypes

3/5 Puccini’s work set in the Gold Rush of California is a high risk opening to Opera Holland Park’s season

The Independent UK

Spencer Pratt claims he’s ‘cool’ with two LA street gangs as he looks to unseat Mayor Karen Bass

Reality star is running on a platform aimed at taking down ‘California’s entrenched political establishment’

The Guardian - US

Democrats say they were shut out of fraud event after Vance says crackdown ‘should not be partisan’

State attorneys general say their deputies were turned away and criticized the White House for ‘politicizing’ fraud issues

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The Independent UK

Army veteran dies after brutal beating outside of his ‘Trump-themed’ home in California, police say

The victim’s home was decked out with patriotic decorations, including dozens of American flags and posters of President Donald Trump

Evening Standard

Charity campaigner reaches key staging point in World Cup walk across US

Scotsman Craig Ferguson is walking from California to Boston to raise money for mental health.

The Independent UK

Billionaire Tom Steyer’s record spending dominates California governor race

Steyer, a former hedge fund manager and now prominent liberal activist, has already committed over $195 million to broadcast TV, cable, and radio advertisements, a figure that continues to climb, according to data compiled by advertising tracker AdImpact

AAP

Southern California officials lift all evacuation orders for residents near damaged chemical tank

Officials have lifted evacuation orders for final 16,000 residents near a damaged chemical tank in California

AAP

Evacuation order over California chemical tank threat lifted

Officials say they are lifting evacuation orders for final 16,000 residents near a damaged chemical tank in California

TechRadar

Linux backlash leads to California law change on age verification — with the original lawmaker forced to make a humbling step back

OS vendors have been mandated to request use age brackets since late 2025, but Linux systems could be exempt if this amendment bill is enforced.

AAP

Correction: Southern California-Chemical Tan story

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