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fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 hours ago

The most Californian baby names of 2024, according to the popularity list

California's baby names often predict national trends, with significant differences in rankings compared to the nationwide list.
#trump-administration
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Trump threatens to hold up federal funding for California over transgender athlete in women's sports

Trump threatens to withhold federal funds from California due to its support for transgender athletes in women's sports.
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fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

See You in Court: California Sues to Protect Clean Air and Emission Standards from Federal Overreach - Streetsblog California

California officials intend to sue the Trump Administration after the Senate rescinded EPA waivers allowing stricter clean air standards.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California contests Trump administration claim that the state obstructs immigration law

California disputes its designation as a sanctuary jurisdiction obstructing federal immigration enforcement.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

With its climate progress under assault, California takes up a multipronged defense

Trump's environmental actions disproportionately target California, reflecting his agenda to curtail state-level climate regulations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fury as Republicans go nuclear' in fight over California car emissions

Trump's administration may revoke California's stricter emissions standards, threatening environmental progress and public health.
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fromKqed
1 day ago

With California Weather Service Offices at 'Half Strength,' Lawmakers Want Cuts Reversed | KQED

Staffing cuts at National Weather Service offices jeopardize public safety in California during wildfire season.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Trump threatens to hold up federal funding for California over transgender athlete in women's sports

Trump threatens to withhold federal funds from California due to its support for transgender athletes in women's sports.
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fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

See You in Court: California Sues to Protect Clean Air and Emission Standards from Federal Overreach - Streetsblog California

California officials intend to sue the Trump Administration after the Senate rescinded EPA waivers allowing stricter clean air standards.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California contests Trump administration claim that the state obstructs immigration law

California disputes its designation as a sanctuary jurisdiction obstructing federal immigration enforcement.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

With its climate progress under assault, California takes up a multipronged defense

Trump's environmental actions disproportionately target California, reflecting his agenda to curtail state-level climate regulations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fury as Republicans go nuclear' in fight over California car emissions

Trump's administration may revoke California's stricter emissions standards, threatening environmental progress and public health.
California
fromKqed
1 day ago

With California Weather Service Offices at 'Half Strength,' Lawmakers Want Cuts Reversed | KQED

Staffing cuts at National Weather Service offices jeopardize public safety in California during wildfire season.
fromTravel + Leisure
13 hours ago

This U.S. State Was Just Named the Happiest for Retirees

Utah tops the list with the most content seniors, scoring 7.69 out of 10 thanks to its supportive environment for senior living. Utah was also named the healthiest state for older people in 2024, and it ranks as the third-lowest percentage of those aged 65 and over living alone (21.48 percent), reducing the risk of social isolation.
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fromAbove the Law
8 hours ago

The Number Of People Who Passed California's February Bar Exam Has Grown By The Hundreds - Above the Law

Taking California's February 2025 bar exam sucked so bad that anyone who sat through it should be able to add 'Experimental Vacuum Test Subject' to their resume.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

The best state to age in place is not where you think

In analyzing factors like social isolation, housing costs, and home health care, the report identifies Utah as the best state for seniors to age in place.
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#environmental-policy
fromKqed
1 week ago
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Two California Counties Battle Trump Administration Over Homelessness Funding | KQED

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fromKqed
1 week ago

Two California Counties Battle Trump Administration Over Homelessness Funding | KQED

California courts are opposing ideological censorship in education.
A costly water project in California faces opposition from lawmakers and environmentalists.
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

US Senate Votes to Block California's Electric Car Mandate, State Certain to Sue

The US Senate voted to revoke California's electric car mandate, contradicting states' rights principles.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Groups head to California Supreme Court, seeking to upend solar rules

Environmental groups aim to challenge California's rooftop solar compensation policy by the CPUC, advocating for fair treatment of solar users.
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fromwww.dailymail.co.uk
1 day ago

40m Americans at risk of having no water as vital source is VANISHING

The Colorado River Basin is experiencing rapid groundwater depletion, threatening water supply for over 40 million people.
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

'Really aged': Why traffic to Tahoe is more snarled than ever in Sacramento

"You have to go ahead and make the repairs, when they're out of necessity, because these highways are really aged," Caltrans spokesperson Dennis Keaton said.
California
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

List of 'sanctuary jurisdictions' removed from U.S. government website following criticism

A widely anticipated list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions' faced backlash for inaccuracies, prompting its removal from the DHS website amidst criticism from various community officials.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Transgender athlete wins girls high jump event at California track and field finals

A transgender athlete won gold in the girls high jump at the California state championship, prompting national debate about inclusivity in sports.
#climate-change
fromKqed
1 week ago
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Six People Presumed Dead After Private Jet Crashes In San Diego Neighborhood | KQED

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fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Fire Threatens Part of Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Trees are increasingly threatened by climate change and recent wildfires in Joshua Tree National Park.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Opinion: Californians deserve clarity on what's driving skyrocketing insurance costs

California must develop public catastrophe models to address the insurance market dysfunction caused by climate change.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Wildfire threatens Joshua trees in area considered a 'last refuge' for the species

A fire threatens a critical habitat for Joshua trees in Joshua Tree National Park, raising concerns for their survival in a changing climate.
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fromFast Company
3 days ago

Colorado's landfills generate as much pollution as driving 1 million cars for a year

Food waste in landfills generates significant methane emissions, prompting new Colorado regulations to mitigate its environmental impact.
fromKqed
1 week ago
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Six People Presumed Dead After Private Jet Crashes In San Diego Neighborhood | KQED

#legislation
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Walters: Why did the California Senate shunt a cost-cutting housing bill?

California's housing production costs are significantly higher due to state policies and lengthy regulations.
Recent legislative efforts to ease housing development faced strong opposition from environmental groups.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
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California Medicaid Recipients In GOP District See Potential Cuts As A "Disaster" | KQED

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fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Walters: Why did the California Senate shunt a cost-cutting housing bill?

California's housing production costs are significantly higher due to state policies and lengthy regulations.
Recent legislative efforts to ease housing development faced strong opposition from environmental groups.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
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California Medicaid Recipients In GOP District See Potential Cuts As A "Disaster" | KQED

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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Did faulty drug tests taint parole hearings? California is reviewing hundreds of denials

California is re-evaluating parole decisions for inmates due to suspected faulty drug tests that may have led to wrongful denials.
#medi-cal
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Blue-state blues: Gavin Newsom busted Cali's budget on migrants - and NY, NJ will soon follow

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit primarily due to high social-service spending on illegal immigrants.
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Blue-state blues: Gavin Newsom busted Cali's budget on migrants - and NY, NJ will soon follow

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit primarily due to high social-service spending on illegal immigrants.
#gavin-newsom
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Trump threatens to strip federal funds to California over transgender youth athletes

Trump threatens federal funding cuts to California over transgender athlete participation in women's sports.
Governor Newsom shows openness to discuss regulations surrounding transgender athletes.
fromKqed
5 days ago
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Newsom, Local Leaders Scuffle Over Homelessness Solutions | KQED

California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Trump threatens to strip federal funds to California over transgender youth athletes

Trump threatens federal funding cuts to California over transgender athlete participation in women's sports.
Governor Newsom shows openness to discuss regulations surrounding transgender athletes.
California
fromKqed
5 days ago

Newsom, Local Leaders Scuffle Over Homelessness Solutions | KQED

California struggles with homelessness, intensifying tensions between Governor Newsom and local leaders over funding solutions amid a budget deficit.
#immigration
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fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Advocates Push Back as ICE Operates Inside California Immigration Courts

ICE presence in courthouses deters immigrants from attending hearings, risking automatic deportation for missing court.
California
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Advocates Push Back as ICE Operates Inside California Immigration Courts

ICE presence in courthouses deters immigrants from attending hearings, risking automatic deportation for missing court.
California
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

10 Free California Campsites

California offers abundant free camping options, especially on public land managed by BLM and USFS.
Preparation and good maps enhance the camping experience, saving time and enhancing enjoyment.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

California tries again to overturn Huntington Beach's controversial voter ID law

California is appealing a ruling that supports Huntington Beach's voter ID law, raising constitutional concerns.
California
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 years ago

25 Best Resorts in California, From Malibu to Napa Valley

California offers a diverse range of resorts and experiences for travelers, highlighting its natural beauty and contrasting landscapes.
#law-enforcement
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fromenglish.elpais.com
6 days ago

Premier Sector: Videos of Border Patrol bragging about arbitrary raids spark legal backlash

BORTAC employs aggressive tactics with little regard for legal limits, promoting its image on social media while facing lawsuits for warrantless arrests.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago
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Abandoned car near Death Valley triggers search for missing North Carolina woman

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fromenglish.elpais.com
6 days ago

Premier Sector: Videos of Border Patrol bragging about arbitrary raids spark legal backlash

BORTAC employs aggressive tactics with little regard for legal limits, promoting its image on social media while facing lawsuits for warrantless arrests.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago
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Abandoned car near Death Valley triggers search for missing North Carolina woman

fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

The most scenic drives in America include this California highway

The Great River Road, which boasts stunning views and a rich cultural heritage, tops the 2025 USA Today Readers' Choice Awards for Best Scenic Drives.
California
fromwww.thereporter.com
5 days ago

Mountain lion sightings rattle Bay Area neighborhoods

On both Monday and early Wednesday morning, home security cameras captured footage of a mountain lion wandering through residential neighborhoods, alarming local residents.
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#wolves
fromSFGATE
6 days ago
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3 new wolf packs confirmed in Northern Calif. as tensions with ranchers rise

fromSFGATE
6 days ago
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3 new wolf packs confirmed in Northern Calif. as tensions with ranchers rise

fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Northern California man's 378-year sentence overturned after judge rules accuser may have made up charges

Four witnesses testified at a hearing that Sapna Dev had informed them her accusations against Ajay Dev were fabrications motivated by personal grievances.
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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

'A lot of hysteria': Wealthy Calif. coastal city is now a high-risk fire zone

Carmel's historic charm is threatened by new designations as a high-risk fire zone, raising concerns among residents about potential changes.
#electric-vehicles
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fromKqed
1 week ago

Senate Votes to Block California's Electric Vehicle Mandate | KQED

California may legally challenge Senate's revocation of its clean air rules regarding emissions and electric vehicles.
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Congress could soon block California's efforts to cut vehicle emissions. Here's how

California's pioneering ban on new gas-powered cars could face significant political resistance from Congress.
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fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

Senate Blocks CA Clean Air and Electric Car Mandates

Senate blocks California's gas car phase-out, challenging its transition to electric vehicles and clean air efforts.
California
fromKqed
1 week ago

Senate Votes to Block California's Electric Vehicle Mandate | KQED

California may legally challenge Senate's revocation of its clean air rules regarding emissions and electric vehicles.
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Congress could soon block California's efforts to cut vehicle emissions. Here's how

California's pioneering ban on new gas-powered cars could face significant political resistance from Congress.
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fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

Senate Blocks CA Clean Air and Electric Car Mandates

Senate blocks California's gas car phase-out, challenging its transition to electric vehicles and clean air efforts.
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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

California's 2nd-largest reservoir hits record milestone after brutal dry spell

Lake Oroville is nearly full, reaching 99% capacity, while concerns grow over the risk of flooding and invasive species threatening its ecosystem.
#poverty
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fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

California's High Living Costs and High Poverty Sharpen Its Economic Divide

California's economic landscape has shifted to stark class divisions characterized by high poverty rates among minorities.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Walters: California's high living costs and poverty levels sharpen its divide

California is now characterized by rigid class divisions based on ethnicity and education, leading to high poverty rates.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
1 week ago

California's High Living Costs and High Poverty Sharpen Its Economic Divide

California's economic landscape has shifted to stark class divisions characterized by high poverty rates among minorities.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Walters: California's high living costs and poverty levels sharpen its divide

California is now characterized by rigid class divisions based on ethnicity and education, leading to high poverty rates.
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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Despite DOGE, Calif. moves to protect habitats with $60 million grant funds

California secures $59.5 million in funding to protect critical habitats amidst federal cuts, a success for conservationists.
#higher-education
#legal-aid
fromKqed
1 week ago
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'Unprecedented': ICE Officers Operating Inside Bay Area Immigration Courts, Lawyers Say | KQED

Federal immigration agents are conducting enforcement operations inside immigration courthouses for the first time, leading to arrests of immigrants.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
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Farmworker Assistance Bill Patterned After Nonprofit's Work | KQED

A proposed bill to deliver resources directly to farmworkers has been paused due to California's budget deficit.
The bill aims to operate without state funding, relying on charitable donations.
California
fromKqed
1 week ago

'Unprecedented': ICE Officers Operating Inside Bay Area Immigration Courts, Lawyers Say | KQED

Federal immigration agents are conducting enforcement operations inside immigration courthouses for the first time, leading to arrests of immigrants.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
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Farmworker Assistance Bill Patterned After Nonprofit's Work | KQED

#wildfire
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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

California man found guilty of starting wildfire that burned 44,000 acres

A man faces life imprisonment for starting the Line Fire, which burned 44,000 acres in Southern California.
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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

540-acre fire evacuates Calif. mountain town, shuts down Highway 395

A fast-moving fire near Mono Lake has led to evacuations and significant acreage burned, emphasizing wildfire risks in the Sierra Nevada region.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
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Teen charged with starting NJ wildfire blames 'other people' at scene of blaze that burned more than 15K acres

California
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

California man found guilty of starting wildfire that burned 44,000 acres

A man faces life imprisonment for starting the Line Fire, which burned 44,000 acres in Southern California.
California
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

540-acre fire evacuates Calif. mountain town, shuts down Highway 395

A fast-moving fire near Mono Lake has led to evacuations and significant acreage burned, emphasizing wildfire risks in the Sierra Nevada region.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
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Teen charged with starting NJ wildfire blames 'other people' at scene of blaze that burned more than 15K acres

California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California turns on water to create new wetlands on the shore of the shrinking Salton Sea

California begins a major project to create wetlands at the Salton Sea to combat dust and provide wildlife habitat.
#public-safety
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fromwww.sbsun.com
1 week ago

Man convicted of starting 44,000-acre Line wildfire in Southern California

A Norco man was convicted of starting the Line fire, facing life in prison for multiple counts, including aggravated arson.
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fromwww.sbsun.com
1 week ago

Man convicted of starting 44,000-acre Line wildfire in Southern California

A Norco man was convicted of starting the Line fire, facing life in prison for multiple counts, including aggravated arson.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Senate votes to revoke California's ability to set air pollution standards | TechCrunch

Senate Republicans have overturned a waiver allowing California to enforce stricter vehicle emissions standards, affecting its zero-emission vehicle mandate.
#undocumented-immigrants
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Chabria: Newsom isn't backing down on health care for immigrants despite threats

California's commitment to undocumented immigrants' health insurance despite budget cuts underscores its values amid federal challenges.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Chabria: Newsom isn't backing down on health care for immigrants despite threats

California's commitment to undocumented immigrants' health insurance despite budget cuts underscores its values amid federal challenges.
#student-loans
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

State Court Shoots Down SoCal School District's Ban on Critical Race Theory

The court ruled that The Resolution's language is ambiguous, lacks clear definitions, is unclear in scope, is seemingly irreconcilable with state-mandated educational requirements, and contains no enforcement guidelines.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California state senator cited for DUI after crash near Capitol says she's been 'falsely accused'

I want to be clear: I did nothing wrong. The lab results I sought in the hospital show conclusively I had no alcohol in my system. I expect this to be quickly and justly resolved.
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fromCallaborlaw
2 weeks ago

July 1 Minimum Wage Hikes Across California Explained

Employers must remain vigilant about upcoming wage changes, as many California cities will implement higher minimum wage rates on July 1, 2025, exceeding state standards.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

State Farm seeks to boost rate hike for California homeowners to 30%

State Farm seeks to raise California home insurance premiums by 30% due to financial distress from wildfire claims.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

JCPenney stores closing update: Memorial Day weekend is your last chance to shop final sales at these 7 locations

The news comes just one month after the retailer announced it was partnering with Forever 21 to create a new company, Catalyst Brands.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Cal Fire rescues three people trapped in drainage pipe under border wall

Cal Fire personnel successfully rescued three individuals who were trapped in a drainage pipe under the U.S.-Mexico border wall, thanks to swift action.
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fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

FBI, ATF respond to explosion in Palm Springs

An explosion in Palm Springs is under investigation by local and federal authorities, emphasizing public safety amid unclear details on casualties.
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