California's summer fire season has been modest so far. Total acres burned this year are down 10% from the same time last year and about 50% lower than the five-year average. Conditions could change rapidly with a bad heat wave. Beverly Hills Democrat Stephen Cloobeck, a former timeshare company CEO, has spent more than $10 million of his own money on the California governor's race. New polls place him in 12th with under 1% support. A U.S. Senator is considering a gubernatorial bid amid speculation but faces a crowded field and limited public charisma after a recent appointment.
"It could all change with a bad heat wave, but California's summer fire season has been modest so far, with total acres burned this year down 10% from this time last year and 50% lower than the 5-year average."
"Beverly Hills Democrat and former timeshare company CEO put more than $10 million of his own money into the race for California governor. But new polls show him in 12th place, with less than 1% support."
"U.S. Senator considers running for governor amid media speculation. But it's a crowded field, and the low-profile politician first appointed by Gavin Newsom to Kamala Harris' old seat isn't known for his charisma."
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