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California: 40,000 people ordered to evacuate over chemical leak fears

Authorities in Orange county say tank holding methyl methacrylate ‘actively in crisis’ and urge residents to leave

The Guardian - US

Toxic explosion feared at California chemical plant as 40,000 nearby residents are evacuated

Officials fear a failing chemical tank holding flammable chemicals is going to spill or explode

The Independent UK

Redistricting turns California's 41st District into a Democratic district, setting up intra-party fight

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

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Tragedy strikes elderly California couple allegedly scammed by phony Tom Selleck. It began with a Facebook DM

Older folks are targeted.

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California birthday girl calls high-end restaurant staff ‘shady,’ tries to cover bill with a pdf: ‘no plans to pay’

Service industry frontlines are tough.

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Top Pension Fund Faces Fresh Scrutiny After Independent Probe Alleges Secrecy, Weak Returns And Oversight Gaps

The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), the nation's largest public pension fund, has been hampered by secrecy, chronic underperformance, understated investment costs and potential conflicts of interest, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Where California’s Gubernatorial Candidates Stand on Climate and Taking Big Oil Money

While frontrunners Steyer and Becerra slug it out, they’re clashing over their commitment to clean energy.

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Voters across 34 California counties will decide on 113 local ballot measures on June 2, 2026

Voters across 34 California counties will decide on 113 local ballot measures on June 2, 2026, ranging from school bonds and parcel taxes to data center bans and election administration changes.

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Erika Kirk Endorsement: Charlie's Widow Backs Spencer Pratt Despite MAGA Snub

Erika Kirk backed Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral bid, despite debate over how closely he aligns with Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.

International Business Times UK

Why an immense marine heatwave off the US west coast has alarmed scientists

What does a surge in ocean temperatures, compounded with El Niño, bode for the summer?

The Guardian - US

New York pizza war erupts over ‘toxic’ flour ingredient

New York state lawmakers have passed a bill to ban potassium bromate, a suspected carcinogen, from flour used in pizzerias and bagel shops. The additive, which helps create chewier dough and reduces rest time, is already prohibited in the European Union, China, India, Canada, and will be in California next…

The Independent UK

Photos of the week | May 15-21, 2026

Appearances on the Hill by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and actor Noah Wyle highlighted the week at the Capitol. Here are images captured by CQ Roll Call photojournalists this week.

Roll Call

California governor orders a plan to cope with AI job upheaval

California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday ordered officials to start work on a plan to mitigate the job-destroying impact of artificial intelligence, the first US state to do so. "California has never sat back and watched as the future happened to us -- and we won't start now," he said.

The Economic Times

Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office is warning people to avoid buying gas from Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend because of the high price at the pump

The Independent UK

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Thomas Massie Falls, 'Samurai vs. Squatters,' Jeff Bezos

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss Rep. Thomas Massie's defeat, Jeff Bezos' comments on taxes, and squatters in California.

International Business Times

How Premier Last Mile Built a Luxury-Focused Delivery Model Through Culture, Detail, and Operational Discipline

Founded in 2020 by Tony Torres, the company began with two trucks in Southern California and expanded into an award-winning, multi-state operation supporting furniture retailers across the United States.

The Independent UK

California’s housing market is so out of control that even a small, burned-out home goes for $1 million

The ranch-style home on a busy corner in metropolitan Los Angeles commanded the eye-popping price even though it’s clearly unlivable

The Independent UK

Disneyland ends its COVID-era rule that slowed ‘park hopping’ for Disneyland visitors

Guests looking to ‘hop’ between Disneyland Park and California Adventure will now be able to do so whenever they want

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In California Governor’s Race, Xavier Becerra Walks Away From Single-Payer

Once an advocate for a universal system, he now focuses on incremental reforms and shielding Californians from federal cuts.

The Guardian - US

The PWHL trophy is headed to Canada, but the US is winning the women’s hockey moment

The young league will enter next season with four new US expansion teams, shifting the balance of franchises and reflecting a swell of interest in the sport

Guitar World

“Deputies hit all the right notes bringing this case to a close”: Police officers in California recover $60,000 worth of stolen guitars – still with Guitar Center price tags on

The five high-value guitars were found in the suspect's car trunk

The Free Financial Advisor

California Seniors Face Insurance Renewal Shock as Housing and Utility Costs Continue Climbing

Retirement in California continues to feel less like a fixed chapter and more like a moving target. Seniors across the state now open insurance renewal notices and immediately notice steep jumps that disrupt carefully planned budgets. Many households that once felt stable now face sudden monthly increases that force tough…

The Times of India

California hit-and-run: Indian man arrested by ICE after state releases him, 4-year-old victim expected to survive

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested an Indian man, Aman Kumar, who was charged with a hit-and-run case, was living in the US illegally and yet the California State released him from jail. Aman Kumar was arrested in April after he ran over a four-year-old boy in Fresno, California on…

The Guardian - US

‘LA is not film friendly’: how Hollywood’s woes became a political cudgel in mayoral race

Troubled Baywatch reboot production echoes film-making woes in a city best known for its movie and TV industry

Roll Call

The 10 most vulnerable House members, less than 6 months from Election Day

When Texas Republicans redrew the state’s congressional map last summer to give their party additional pickup opportunities, it set off a back-and-forth with both parties revisiting district lines in several states. The battle turbocharged last month, when the Supreme Court invalidated Louisiana’s map and significantly limited the use of race…

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