Image from the original article. Source: JuJu Watkins and USC come into their first college basketball season in the Big Ten with soaring expectations
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Key Facts: High Hopes for JuJu Watkins and USC
Oct 04 24 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: chicagotribune.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: chicagotribune.com
- JuJu Watkins and USC are entering their first Big Ten season with high expectations after reaching the Elite Eight last year.
- Watkins was named Preseason Player of the Year, averaging 27.1 points per game last season.
- USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb intends to learn from other coaches' experiences to prepare Watkins for the challenges of being a high-profile player.
- The arrival of USC and other teams from the Pac-12 will change the dynamics of the Big Ten, providing Watkins with a larger platform.
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Image from the original article. Source: California Sues Trump Over 'Chaotic And Haphazard' Tariffs: "Donald Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally impose the largest tax hike of our lifetime ...
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Key Facts: California Sues Trump Over Illegal Tariff Actions
15h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
- California has filed a lawsuit against President Trump to stop his extensive tariff measures, deeming them illegal.
- This makes California the first state to challenge the Trump administration's tariff plans, which have led to historic market volatility and strained international relations.
- The lawsuit claims Trump's actions using the International Economic Emergency Powers Act are unlawful and cause immediate harm to California, the nation's largest economy.
- The White House criticized Governor Newsom, asserting that the Trump administration remains committed to addressing the national trade emergency.
"Donald Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally impose the largest tax hike of our lifetime with his destructive tariffs."— California Governor Gavin Newsom wrote on X about the lawsuit against President Trump.
Tesla registrations slump 15% in EV-loving California: Californians further soured on Tesla in the first quarter, pulling down the electric-vehicle maker's ...
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Is Folsom actually ‘Trump Country’? Election data says otherwise: Bernie Sanders and AOC held a rally in Folsom in Northern California, challenging claims it is ...
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Image from the original article. Source: 5.2 magnitude earthquake shakes San Diego area: The quake -- centered in San Diego County -- was felt as far north as LA.
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Key Facts: 5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near San Diego
Apr 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego at 10:08 AM local time, with its epicenter in Julian.
- No injuries or major structural damage have been reported, and authorities continue to monitor the situation.
- The USGS recorded smaller aftershocks in the area, and a tsunami warning was not issued.
- Emergency alerts effectively prompted residents to seek shelter, highlighting the effectiveness of the ShakeAlert system.
"Nobody likes the ground shaking, even though earthquakes are my day job."— Robert de Groot, a team lead for the USGS ShakeAlert system, said after the earthquake.
Image from the original article. Source: Bernie Sanders, AOC draw thousands to red California district: Sanders and AOC were rapturously greeted by an audience of working-class folks starved for someone ...
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Key Facts: Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Energize Democratic Base
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are drawing massive crowds on their "Fighting Oligarchy" tour, revitalizing a struggling Democratic Party.
- The two progressives emphasize a strong anti-Trump and anti-billionaire message to inspire the party's base.
- With over 200,000 attendees at various events, they highlight the growing significance of their fight against income inequality and wealthy political influence.
- The politicians aim to cultivate a broader movement that challenges both Republican and insufficiently progressive Democratic incumbents.
"All over this country, people are struggling, every single day, just to survive. Brothers and sisters, in the richest country in the history of the world, we can do a hell of a lot better than that!"— Bernie Sanders addressing the crowd in Folsom, California.
Powerball players win big in California. Where were lucky tickets sold?
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Homeless man wins $1 million jackpot on California Lottery scratcher: A homeless man won a $1 million jackpot on a California Lottery scratcher ...
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California attorney general declines to join Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI: The California attorney general's office declined to join a lawsuit by Elon Musk ...
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Homeless man wins 1 million dollars with scratch card: In California, a man who has been living on the streets for years has literally hit the jackpot.
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When is National Park Week? See which California spots you can visit for free
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‘Sixth Sense’ Star Haley Joel Osment Arrested At California Ski Resort For Public Intoxication
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Mega Millions player wins big in California. Where was the lucky ticket sold?: A Mega Millions ticket sold in California matched four numbers drawn and the Mega ...
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10-year-old girl kidnapped by man she met on Roblox, police say: A California man has been arrested for abducting a 10-year-old child he reportedly met on social ...
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Homeless California man wins $1-million lotto scratcher, manager says: A longtime customer of Sandy’s Liquor in San Luis Obispo won a $1-million scratcher from ...
latimes.com/california/story/2025-04-16/california-homeless-man-wins-1-million-scratcher-lottery
Gavin Newsom urges Canadians to return to California beaches, B.C. tells him to pound sand
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Homeless man wins $1M on scratch lottery ticket bought in California liquor store
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Newsom launches campaign to encourage Canadian tourism in California: Gov. Gavin Newsom unveils a campaign urging Canadians to 'come experience our California ...
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OpenAI picks labor icon Dolores Huerta and other philanthropy advisers as it moves toward for-profit
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USA: First state takes legal action against Donald Trump's tariffs: As a separate state, California would be the fifth largest economy in the world ...
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Trump’s cuts to California State Library lead to hiring freeze and furloughs: Trump’s cuts to IMLS funding lead to hiring freezes, furloughs, and jeopardized ...
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California sues against Trump's tariffs: Did Trump even have the authority to impose his special tariffs unilaterally? California says: "That's not how ...
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VIDEO: Elephants form 'alert circle' to protect their young when earthquake hits southern California
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AOC Has A Brutal Read Of Trump Using Just 1 Simple 'Matter Of Fact': The congresswoman offered a blunt reflection on the president during a rally with Bernie ...
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California Crosswalks Hacked to Mock Elon Musk: 'I'm So Alone': Musk shared videos of the hack on Twitter, which deepfaked audio of both him and fellow tech CEO ...
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Harvard is defending academic freedom in California, too. Fight, Harvard! | Opinion
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Republican Candidate Proposes Forcing Migrant Women to Marry American Men: GOP candidate for California governor Kyle Langford said he wants to give female ...
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Watch as elephants form a protective circle in San Diego after 5.2-magnitude earthquake
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Image from the original article. Source: At L.A. rally, Bernie Sanders says U.S. facing 'extraordinary danger': Channeling the rage and frustration of progressive Californians, Vermont Sen ...
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Key Facts: Leftist Rally Mobilizes Anger Against Trump and Democrats
Apr 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theatlantic.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theatlantic.com
- The dissatisfaction of liberals with the Democratic Party was evident at the 'Fighting Oligarchy' rally in Los Angeles, where Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez addressed apathy and the need for a stronger fight against Trump and Musk.
- Sanders emphasized that economic inequality and the corrupt campaign finance system undermine democracy, urging voters to rise against the interests of the wealthy.
- The event attracted 36,000 attendees and was perceived as a blend of political protest and music festival, focusing on joy and activism.
- Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders aim to mobilize voters and deliver a clear message against the dominance of money in politics while stressing the need for class solidarity.
"Donald Trump is a criminal."— Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made this statement during a speech at the 'Fighting Oligarchy' rally in Los Angeles, where she expressed the people's anger over the current political situation.
Fake Musk, Zuckerberg voices added to crosswalks: An AI Elon Musk voice can be heard in a video recorded at one California crosswalk saying ...
businessinsider.com/elon-musk-mark-zuckerberg-ai-voices-crosswalks-california-hack-2025-4
He moved from California to rural Italy because he ‘didn’t want to be anywhere near a McDonald’s or Starbucks’
ctvnews.ca/lifestyle/article/he-moved-from-california-to-rural-italy-because-he-didnt-want-to-be-anywhere-near-a-mcdonalds-or-starbucks/
Name recognition isn't reason enough for this Democrat to support Kamala Harris for governor
latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2025-04-14/name-recognition-isnt-enough-of-a-reason-for-this-democrat-to-support-kamala-harris-for-governor
Analysis | Trump’s ‘tiny’ fish, a ‘giant faucet’ and ‘beautiful water flow’: Trump’s whopper of a fish tale has its roots in a tour given by politically ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/16/trump-california-water-faucet-fact-checker/
California will try to extend cap-and-trade despite Trump’s threats: Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Legislature work to extend California’s cap-and-trade program ...
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Mayor Karen Bass' unfavorable ratings spiked following fires, survey shows: The survey by the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs found that Bass’ unfavorable ...
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Huge sea creature entangled in trap for months finally set free in California: After six months trapped in crab trap lines, a humpback whale named Check was ...
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California OKs $2.8B to close Medicaid funding gap after expanding immigrant coverage
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Image from the original article. Source: WNBA Draft 2025 live updates: Dominique Malonga goes No. 2 to the Seattle Storm: UConn standout Paige Bueckers became the No. 1 pick at the 2025 WNBA Draft ...
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Key Facts: Dallas Wings Select Paige Bueckers First Overall
Apr 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Paige Bueckers was selected first overall by the Dallas Wings in the WNBA draft, just days after leading Connecticut to the NCAA championship.
- She expressed gratitude for the opportunity and excitement for a fresh start in Dallas.
- The Wings, who finished last season with a 9-31 record, believe Bueckers can attract local fan engagement.
- Additionally, Bueckers will participate in a new league, Unrivaled, during the WNBA's offseason.
It's been a story of resilience, of gratitude, of adversity, of overcoming adversity, just responding to life's challenges.— Paige Bueckers told reporters after the championship game.
The Coachella payment plan is financially smart, actually: Many people seem to be mistaking this option for some high-interest, Afterpay-style loan ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2025-04-15/coachella-2025-payment-plan-is-financially-smart-actually
Jed the Fish dead: KROQ DJ shaped ’80s and ’90s music scene: Jed the Fish, the DJ who hosted the afternoon drive show on KROQ from 1978 to 2012 ...
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IRS plan to give data to ICE could wallop California, where many immigrants pay taxes
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article304108276.html
Appraiser must pay Oakland couple $75K over low home appraisal: The appraiser agreed to pay $75,000 to the couple and $15,000 to the state ...
sfchronicle.com/politics/article/oakland-appraisal-settlement-20275834.php
Zoo in California: This is what elephants do when the earth shakes: In California, an earthquake startled people and animals. At the San Diego Zoo ...
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California salmon fishing will be closed for the third year in a row: For the first time in history, California salmon fishing will be closed for the third year ...
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Free lottery ticket leads to jackpot win at Florida Publix. Where was it sold?
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Critical mental health and substance abuse programs face Trump administration cuts | Opinion
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Another dead whale washes ashore in Southern California: A 50-foot gray whale washed ashore in Huntington Beach on Friday. Nonprofit workers say the young adult ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Massive sea creature gave boaters a ‘reward.’ See ‘rare’ California sight: Humpback whale gave California boaters out at sea an unforgettable experience by ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey Facts: Rare Whale Encounter Thrills Boaters in California
Apr 15 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sacbee.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sacbee.com
- Boaters off Newport Beach witnessed an incredible whale sighting.
- A humpback whale approached the vessel, exhibiting a behavior known as 'mugging.'
- Such encounters are rare and highly valued by whale watchers.
- Observers described the experience as a dream and expressed a desire to have similar encounters.
Thousands of bright blue blobs are washing up on CA beaches. Are they dangerous?
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Drunk-driving mom crashed into canal, left to take bath as 4-year-old daughter drowned in submerged car: DA
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Sacramento is hosting CA’s 2025 Michelin Star ceremony. Where and when?: The 2025 Michelin Guide California will be revealed in Sacramento, the guide announced ...
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Nevada City small business suffers under Trump’s tariffs: ‘$41,271 stolen from us’ | Opinion
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Popular fast-food chain franchisee closes restaurant locations
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Why Disneyland and Universal are offering huge summer discounts: ANAHEIM, Calif. - Economic uncertainty, declining consumer confidence and a shift in visitation ...
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Coachella 2025: Hanumankind ft Chenda ensemble, Lady Gaga’s throwbacks, Charli XCX’s BRAT collabs & other festival highlights from the first weekend
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Coachella festivalgoers fume after spending over $100 per meal: 'These prices are diabolical'
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Nicky Katt dead: 'Dazed and Confused' and 'Boston Public' actor was 54: Katt was a child actor who grew up to comfortably portray villains.
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Image from the original article. Source: Star’s horror Rourke claim: ‘Used on genitals’: Bella Thorne made shocking claims about working with Mickey Rourke while blasting his recent homophobic comments ...
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Key Facts: Bella Thorne's Allegations Against Mickey Rourke
Apr 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
- Bella Thorne claimed that Mickey Rourke caused an injury to her pelvic bone while filming 'Girl'.
- Rourke faced backlash during the Celebrity Big Brother live launch for inappropriate behavior towards presenter AJ Odudu.
- Thorne recounted several uncomfortable experiences on set, describing her collaboration with Rourke as one of the worst in her acting career.
- Rourke's manager denied the allegations, stating that nothing inappropriate occurred during the filming.
"Working with Mickey was one of the all time worst experiences of my life working as an actress."— Bella Thorne about her experiences working with Mickey Rourke during the film Girl.
Sedona Prince’s basketball future murky after going undrafted: On Monday night, Prince's name wasn’t mentioned as the WNBA rolled through 38 selections in ...
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California farmers brace for the consequences of Trump’s tariffs : California farms sell almonds, oranges and other crops around the world. Farmers fear that ...
latimes.com/environment/story/2025-04-13/tariffs-california-agriculture
How Trump's tariffs are squeezing California's tourism industry: Amid news of visa cancellations and deportations, state and local tourism officials are ...
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Jews don’t need Trump’s protection from antisemitism at colleges: Chronicle readers also comment on Point Reyes and withholding federal tax payments.
sfchronicle.com/opinion/letterstotheeditor/article/trump-antisemitism-federal-tax-20267927.php
IRS plan to give data to ICE could wallop California, where many immigrants pay taxes
latimes.com/politics/story/2025-04-12/irs-plan-to-give-data-to-ice-could-wallop-california-where-many-immigrants-pay-taxes
Editorial: High gasoline prices and government central planners: Bad policies have consequences. Democrats who look to California for inspiration would do well ...
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What time does Charli XCX perform at Coachella 2025? Set time, how to watch livestream
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Trump's order to expand U.S. timber production includes all of California's national forests
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Image from the original article. Source: Why Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are stopping in LA on their tour of red areas
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Key Facts: Sanders Critiques Trump's Policies at CNN Town Hall
Apr 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Senator Bernie Sanders rejected President Trump's trade wars, calling for international cooperation.
- He expressed concerns over the impact of Trump's tariffs on working people and the threat of rising authoritarianism.
- Sanders used Elon Musk as an example of oligarchy, criticizing his political influence.
- He emphasized the need to mobilize the American public against the agenda favoring the wealthy.
"That is not the kind of nation I think we want to become."— Bernie Sanders, discussing the threat to democracy posed by President Trump.
Sac State cuts spacial ties with tribal college. Women’s basketball team remains
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Southwestern-inspired mansion for sale is rarity in California. Video shows why
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CA sees highest home sales in years as market rebounds. What’s behind the surge?
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Mental health workers go on hunger strike, demanding better pay and benefits: After months of striking, some therapists with Kaiser Permanente stopped eating for ...
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New ‘distress flag’ hung atop California peak near Tahoe: Someone has strung a huge upside-down U.S. flag from a prominent granite peak outside the California ...
sfchronicle.com/outdoors/article/distress-flag-tahoe-20269721.php
Mom left her 4-year-old daughter to die in submerged SUV after DUI crash to go take bath, DA says
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Inside look: Check out this new indoor pickleball facility in Rancho Cordova: The Picklr, a premium indoor pickleball facility, opens its first California ...
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Husky Returned When Owners 'Didn't Like Him,' Then Rescue Realizes Mistake: "The family didn't like him at all," the rescue center from Smartsville, California ...
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California Stops Homeland Security Agents Entering Elementary Schools: The incident marks federal authorities' first reported attempt to enter an L.A ...
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New voter ID bill could cost Orange County more than $6 million a year, registrar says
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Photos: Western Michigan beats Boston to win its first men's ice hockey national title
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Powerball player just misses $66M jackpot in Illinois — but still wins big
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Someone in NC has a lottery ticket worth $416,000. Here’s where it was sold
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Bay Area food banks facing record-high demand amid Trump cuts: Bay Area food banks are facing an uncertain future amid a spate of federal funding cuts as they ...
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