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Charlie Kirk shooting reignites questions about campus conservative free speech in Trump era

The fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at a Utah college event has put a spotlight on tensions over free speech at universities, where conservatives, including President Trump, have said campuses…

‘Is being gay a crime?’ Venezuelan makeup artist rebuilds life after 125 days in El Salvador prison

When a door slammed shut in the childhood home of Andry Hernández Romero, he wasn’t just startled. He winced, recoiling from the noise. Nearly a month had passed since Hernández…

Coyote seen swimming in San Francisco Bay amid growing island population

It was a sight that prompted even seasoned wildlife watchers to do a double take: A coyote swimming in San Francisco Bay a quarter of a mile off Angel Island.…

Down to the wire: California lawmakers announce last-minute climate and energy package

After months of negotiation, California legislative leaders on Wednesday reached an eleventh-hour agreement on a suite of closely watched climate and energy bills. Gov. Gavin Newsom, state Senate President Pro…

Police officer shoots allegedly armed man in North Hills – NBC Los Angeles

Authorities are investigating after a Los Angeles police officer shot and killed a man in North Hills on Wednesday. Officers responded around 5:23 p.m. to Parthenia Street near the 405…

Why Charlie Kirk was a darling among Southern California Republicans – NBC Los Angeles

The shooting death of Charlie Kirk Wednesday sent shockwaves across Southern California, especially among Republicans and college communities that had invited the conservative activist to their campuses. Last March, Kirk…

Expert on extremism and hate weighs in on fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk

LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Brian Levin, founder of Cal State San Bernardino’s Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism, believes the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk was fueled by…

Adam Silver: NBA needs hard evidence Clippers broke salary cap rules

NBA commissioner Adam Silver on Wednesday pulled back the reins as allegations swirled about the Clippers circumventing the salary cap by orchestrating an endorsement deal for star forward Kawhi Leonard.…

Wild donkey found with arrow lodged in its shoulder – NBC Los Angeles

Animal control officers in Riverside County are searching for the person who shot a wild donkey with an arrow. Authorities in the county said they received a report of an…

After a heist at their jewelry store, the owners may call it quits

The mob that crashed an SUV through the front door of Kim Hung Jewelry in San José arrived in multiple vehicles and carried out their smash-and-grab robbery in less than…