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In addition to a precarious presidential election and high-stakes U.S House races, California voters in November will also weigh in on a slew of statewide initiatives that could significantly shape policy.
The framework will apply to about 400 urban water suppliers and will require them to adopt water-use budgets and meet locally tailored conservation goals.
Fringe performers refine their acts at an Echo Park theater, a Hollywood lounge and other L.A.-area spots. See the shows before they go to Scotland’s famed festival.
Will Smith hits his fourth home run in two games, Miguel Vargas hits a go-ahead blast and Shohei Ohtani also homers in the Dodgers’ win over the Brewers.
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Through hiking, I’ve arrived at meaning of my brother’s death: to make sure I savor my “one wild and precious life.”
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French election: The far right seems poised to win biggest share of parliamentary seats; President Emmanuel Macron looks to have made a terrible political bet.
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