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Lyft rider jumped from car window, and driver denies responsibility because he was unconscious
Lawyers for the driver say the passenger caused her own injuries by leaping out of...
California workers plan a long battle to keep AI tech from taking their jobs
At a landmark gathering in Sacramento, workers discussed defenses against artificial intelligence and surveillance technology.
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California abandons diesel truck ban before Trump is sworn in
President-elect Trump has threatened to revoke or challenge all zero-emission vehicle rules and California’s other...
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BP cutting 4,700 jobs worldwide as part of cost-saving drive
Last October, the company said it had identified $500 million of cost savings to be...
Mortgage rate hits 7% in fifth straight increase, highest level since May
The rate climbed to 7.04% from 6.93% last week.
More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain historically low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week, but layoffs remain historically...
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Will California insurance reforms be enough to stop insurers from leaving?
California officials say new regulations will keep homeowners insured. Others aren't so sure.
Treasury nominee calls for stronger Russia sanctions and Fed independence at confirmation panel
Bessent told lawmakers that Trump has an opportunity to unleash “a new economic golden age.”
Google signs deal with AP to deliver ‘timely, accurate’ news through its Gemini AI chatbot
Neither company has disclosed how much Google will pay the Associated Press for the content.
Will Los Angeles wildfires cost $275 billion to fix?
Weather forecaster AccuWeather's damage cost estimate are more than twice other projections.
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California laws on home fire protection can work. Will more homeowners take action?
The recent destruction wrought by Los Angeles County fires could motivate more homeowners to take...
Fire-ravaged Altadena attracting real estate vultures eyeing deals
Real estate vultures are hungry to turn a profit from fire victims still struggling with...
What Trump plans for the economy in his first 100 days
The incoming president has said he will focus on border security, energy and tariffs.