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California Democrats Have Made a Mess of the Governor’s Race
As the California Democratic Party gathered in San Francisco last month for its convention, reporters had a frequent question for the retiring political king- (and queen-) maker, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi: Was her state really on the verge of electing a Republican to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom, as a growing number of partisans had begun to fear?
Politics of power: NV Energy’s demand charge could sway race for governor, says expert
Community and energy industry advocates are calling on Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo to halt NV Energy’s controversial peak demand charge that is expected to increase some bills by $20 a month and is set to take effect in Southern Nevada on April 1. Lombardo’s reaction, as well as his opponents’, to calls to intervene could […]
Cycling’s ‘Big Six’: The super-teams with a growing stranglehold at the top of the sport
Does a growing financial disparity in the men's WorldTour mean races are becoming more predictable?
Where did magic mushrooms come from? Scientists just got closer to an answer
Scientists just discovered a new species of magic mushroom, Psilocybe ochraceocentrata, that appears to have shared a common ancestor with the popular Psilocybe cubensis some 1.5 million years ago.
Andy Thomson wins 3-way race for Boca Raton Mayor as voters decide on 2 referendums
Boca Raton voters settled a closely watched 3-way mayoral race and weighted in on major questions about redevelopment, public safety spending and the future use of city-owned land.
California Democrats hope new polling will nudge candidates to exit
The California Democratic Party chair said Tuesday that the party is spending “multiple six figures” to conduct and post six surveys of the race.
Live Results: Mississippi midterm primary elections
Mississippi Democrats on Tuesday will decide between longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson and his 34-year-old primary challenger in a race that reflects generational struggle for control of the party.
NBA Power Rankings: Race to top Thunder tightens, Pistons stumble
There are six teams in the Eastern Conference that have a legitimate chance to claim the No. 5 and 6 seeds, both of which are clear of the play-in.
Trump said he’d endorse a Republican in the Texas Senate race six days ago. What’s the holdup?
In Ancient Peru, a Parrot Trade That Crossed the Andes
Scientists studied centuries-old bird feathers from an ancient tomb on the coast, and then traced the origins back to the Amazon.
Ken Paxton Is Still Very Much in the Texas Senate Race
The Texas attorney general’s big electoral gambit is paying off, at least for now.
What to expect in Georgia's special election to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's former seat
A crowded field of 22 candidates initially filed to run for the vacant U.S. House seat, but that number fell to 17 active contenders after a handful of withdrawals from the race.
Mamdani sparks viral outrage over dinner photo with Mahmoud Khalil inside Gracie Mansion: 'Disgraceful'
NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani faces online backlash after hosting accused Hamas supporter Mahmoud Khalil for dinner at Gracie Mansion, sparking controversy.
Oregon lawmakers plug health funding gaps, brace for federal Medicaid changes
From vaccine access and urgent care standards to abortion protections and Medicaid funding, Oregon’s session reshaped the state’s health safety net.
The Toronto Raptors and Houston Rockets are facing similar issues
Both teams desperately need a quality win with the NBA’s playoff race heating up.
Was Igor Tudor the right hire for Tottenham Hotspur in a time of crisis?
Spurs have lost all three matches since Tudor took charge in February, thrusting the longtime Premier League mainstays into a relegation race just as they resume Champions League play
Here Are the Key Races to Watch in Mississippi and Georgia Elections
It’s primary day in Mississippi, where a younger Democrat is trying to oust a House veteran, and in Georgia, where Marjorie Taylor Greene’s seat is up for grabs.
Jean-Michel Aulas ruffles feathers in Lyon after swapping football for politics
Club’s former owner leads the polls in spiky mayoral race but is accused of putting forward ‘nothing of substance’
Trump administration widens its 2020 election probe as it obtains records from Arizona
The Republican leader of Arizona's state Senate said Monday he has handed over records related to the 2020 presidential election to the FBI in the latest sign that the Trump administration is acting on the president's longstanding falsehoods about a race he lost to Democrat Joe Biden.
Healthcare leaders navigating a 'very interesting time' for AI maturity
Some providers are in the very early stages. Others are spending big on shiny objects. Still others are well off to the races, with mature deployments enabling robust ROI. Where are we in the AI hype cycle? It depends, said panelists at HIMSS26.
California congressman is leaving the Republican Party to become an independent amid tough reelection race
Rep. Kevin Kiley has announced he is leaving the Republican Party effective immediately, making him the only independent member of the US House of Representatives.
Trump says it's 'too soon' to talk about seizing Iran's oil — but doesn't rule it out
In a phone call with NBC News on Monday, Trump weighed in on Iran's new leader, the Texas Senate race and his push to get the SAVE America Act through Congress.
NYCFC’s Keaton Parks brace vs. Orlando a major high amid continuous health concerns
Keaton Parks scored his first goal in 335 days, and his first brace since June 2019, against Orlando City during New York City FC’s 5-0 home-opening win over
Nuggets vs. Thunder: Is Monday Nikola Jokic's last chance to catch Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in NBA MVP race?
We have an NBA MVP duel tonight with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets visiting Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder.
INDYCAR Freedom 250 Course Unveiled: Seven Turns, View of Capitol
INDYCAR is heading to Washington D.C. for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Here are the details for the unique street course.
Health care costs and access will feature prominently in 2026 congressional midterms
“Health care policy is going to be a top issue in all of these competitive House races this cycle,” said Cook Political Report analyst Erin Covey.
Democrats in governor's race use debate stage to spotlight affordability, health care, rural Kansas
Three Democratic candidates for governor highlighted concerns they say Kansans want addressed: affordability, health care and rural support.
Loudoun Co. vet takes charge of dog health care in Iditarod race
These canines are no slouches — and the Loudoun County woman helping keep them healthy as the Iditarod kicks off calls them extreme athletes.
Resident Evil Requiem Players Can Give Grace a Massive Advantage on Second Playthroughs (Perfect for Insanity Run)
Resident Evil Requiem players find a way to give Grace a huge advantage on second playthroughs, making it perfect for Insanity runs.
Experts weigh in on California Democratic Party drama over governor's race
California Democratic Party Chairman Rusty Hicks published an open letter to candidates this week, suggesting lower polling Democrats should consider dropping out of the race. All but one of those candidates ignored the plea.
Rep. Byron Donalds opens up about his past, policy views and Florida governor's race
WBD Sports Announces Historic First for Downhill as Elite Women Will Race Last at the Leogang World Cup
"This change marks a powerful shift in visibility, recognition and parity for women’s racing at the highest level."
In Kentucky, Trump Allies Clash With Massie Over Iran War
Representative Thomas Massie’s race against a rival backed by President Trump is shaping up as a key midterm testing ground for G.O.P. attitudes on the war.
24 Hours With Nike’s C.E.O. as He Races to Win Back the Sports World
Elliott Hill is traveling the globe to meet with leagues, teams and athletes to rebuild connections and spur a turnaround for the world’s largest athletic-wear company.
After F.B.I. Seized Ballots in Georgia, Other States Brace for Trouble
President Trump thinks Republicans should “take over” election procedures in parts of the United States. But where? Here are some possibilities.
Nell Nolan, Atlanteans ball, Momus ball
A brace of old-line Carnival krewes, the Atlanteans and the Knights of Momus, which date to 1891 and 1872, held their glittering balls in the Orpheum Theater (respectively on a
Inside California Politics March 7, 2026
(Inside California Politics) — Democratic candidate Betty Yee defended her decision to stay in the race to be California’s next governor in a one-on-one interview with Inside California Politics ho…
Formula 1: George Russell wins Australian Grand Prix after taking advantage of early VSC
Russell made his only pit stop 12 laps into the 58-lap race.
Oaklawn To Introduce Purse Incentive Program
Oaklawn on Saturday announced a new purse incentive designed to reward horsemen who support the Hot Springs, Ark. track for the remainder of the 2025-2026 racing season. Beginning with Condition Book 4 on March 19, 2026, the incentive will apply to the 25 remaining scheduled race days of the meet ...
Desert Double at Phoenix: Lead Keeps Changing Down the Stretch; Palou Wrecks
The INDYCAR circuit hits Phoenix Raceway with the Good Ranchers 250 on Saturday. Here are live updates from the desert showdown!
Canadiens Preview: Dobes Expected To Start, Playoff Race
The Montreal Canadiens (33-18-10) are set to face the Los Angeles Kings (25-22-4), with the puck drop scheduled for 7 […]
Injured Lindsey Vonn drops out of lead in season downhill standings
Lindsey Vonn had been atop the World Cup downhill standings all season, having been on the podium in every race ahead of Milano Cortina Olympics
Billionaire Rick Jackson shakes up Georgia's governor race with a play for the MAGA base
Jackson has vastly outspent his GOP primary opponents, including Trump-backed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, on the airwaves since his surprise campaign launch last month.
‘JUST POLITICS’: Bopp accuses Election Commission of favoritism, expects GOP candidate to be ousted
By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen March 6, 2026 In the increasingly bitter Republican fight over who can be on the May primary ballot for the Senate District 38 seat, a nearly 20-year-old opinion from former Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter has new relevance in the attempt to get one candidate tossed from the race.
Brandon Herrera’s YouTube Gives Democrats More Hope in West Texas Race
What had been a safe G.O.P. seat was looking more attainable for Democrats after Representative Tony Gonzales bowed out in favor of a hard-right candidate.
Antarctica has a strange gravity hole and scientists finally know why
Gravity may seem constant, but it actually varies across the planet—and one of the strangest places is Antarctica, where gravity is slightly weaker than expected. Scientists have traced this “gravity hole” to slow, deep movements of rock inside Earth that unfolded over tens of millions of years. Using earthquake data to essentially create a CT scan of the planet’s interior, researchers reconstructed how the anomaly evolved and discovered that it strengthened between about 50 and 30 million years ago.
NBA MVP power rankings: Will Jaylen Brown be impacted by teammate's return?
Injuries are impacting the race for NBA Most Valuable Player. And now, Jayson Tatum's return from injury could also affect the race.
Legoland opens the new Lego Galaxy and its most thrilling coaster yet
Galacticoaster is a race to save a Lego-infused galaxy from an “asteroid of probable destruction.” And at 40 mph, it's the park’s fastest ride.
Texas GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales withdraws re-election bid after admitting to affair with staffer
Gonzales is withdrawing from his re-election race after having admitted to an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide.
Texas GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales withdraws re-election bid after admitting to affair with staffer
Gonzales is withdrawing from his re-election race after having admitted to an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide.
Star NASCAR driver to miss race after health diagnosis
Alex Bowman was diagnosed with vertigo and will miss this weekend's race at Phoenix Raceway.
California governor's race: Billionaire Tom Steyer outlines tax, health care and homelessness plans
California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer outlined his positions on health care, homelessness and his approach to the Trump administration.
Tariffs Are Lower and Businesses Are Racing to Take Advantage
The race is on to speed up shipments, step up production and secure refunds.
Steve Daines’s Switcheroo Starts New Fight in Montana Senate Race
Minutes before the Senate filing deadline, Senator Steve Daines withdrew his re-election bid and an ally jumped in. Even some fellow Republicans criticized the 11th-hour switch.
Montana Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid minutes before filing deadline
Montana U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme, who is also a Republican, entered the race shortly before the deadline.
Alex Bowman to Miss Phoenix Cup Race due to Vertigo
Alex Bowman will miss the NASCAR Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway this weekend because of vertigo suffered at COTA.
GOP Sen. Steve Daines’ last-minute withdrawal from Senate race was meant to block Democrats from fielding a top-tier recruit
GOP Sen. Steve Daines made the last-minute decision to abruptly pull out of his Senate race to prevent Democrats from fielding a top recruit for the open Montana seat, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
California’s Governor’s Race is Breaking an 80-Year Political Mold
Since World War II, the surest path to California governor ran through statewide office. But Rep. Eric Swalwell and former Rep. Katie Porter are leveraging national airtime and viral moments to outpace the traditional field.
I'm 26 and own part of a Kentucky Derby horse
I turned my TikTok following into equity in a racehorse, earning $25,000 and networking with billionaires.
Science Corp raises $230M as it races to bring its brain implant to market
A source close to the company says the round assigns Science a post-money valuation of $1.25 billion.
Finalissima, F1 races: Middle East conflict disrupts global sports events
With tournaments postponed and players stranded away from home, major sport events have been struck by crisis and chaos.
Go behind the science with Rodolfo Dirzo
The Stanford ecologist traces quiet shifts in the natural world – and how they circle back to human health. PhD student Phil Roberge takes us on a tour of his lab.
Bill Cassidy’s allies moved fast to attack Julia Letlow. Here’s how it’s playing out.
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow has never been attacked before in her three congressional races. That has changed as she tries to unseat Sen. Bill Cassidy.
California Governor’s Race: Here’s Who’s Running in 2026
A cluster of lesser-known Democrats, two Republicans and a Green candidate will fight for the attention of frustrated voters.
On the French Riviera, a Sarkozy heir seeks to chart his own political path
In a French Riviera town nestled between the mountains, the Mediterranean and the Italian border, a disgraced former president's son is hoping to launch his political career with a new, untested brand of conservatism flecked with U.S. influence.
The Texas Senate Race Is About to Get Very Ugly
A runoff, resentments, and the question of whether a Democrat can win statewide
Caesars Entertainment opens first sportsbook inside Summerlin resort
Caesars Entertainment has officially opened Caesars Race & Sportsbook at The Resort at Summerlin.
James Talarico wins the Texas Democratic Senate race. The real challenge lies ahead.
After the state representative won the Senate primary, he joined a list of other promising progressives who have captured the left’s fancy.
NC-11 race could depend on independent votes, national politics: former NC Rep. Shuler
The last Democrat to hold the seat of NC-11 says the outcome of November's general election could hinge on independent voters and national political winds.
Runoffs, voting mishaps and Trump endorsements in TX and NC primaries
The results are in from the first primaries of the midterm election cycle, and Senate races are starting to take shape. We discuss key takeaways from primary contests in North Carolina and Texas.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Mike Richardson Out as CEO of Dark Horse Entertainment After 40 Years
Embracer, the video game holding company that bought Dark Horse in 2022, is installing a gaming exec as interim CEO.
Al Green, Christian Menefee head to runoff in Texas House race
Two sitting Democratic congressmen are duking it out for a redrawn district covering much of the diverse Houston metropolitan area.
Trump Is Expected to Endorse Cornyn
Republican strategists hope the endorsement will make the Texas Senate race less expensive and less competitive.
Jasmine Crockett concedes, James Talarico wins Texas Senate primary
The race was called overnight, following confusion over polling close times that led the Texas Supreme Court to weigh in.
Texas election results: Here's how key primary races finished
Texas primary results could send smoke signals for November midterms.
‘STRAIGHT OUTTA CONGRESS’: Top progressive concedes race after viral mockery for ‘embarrassing’ defeat
Progressive star Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, conceded her race for U.S. Senate after suffering an “embarrassing" defeat to a much lesser-known Democrat, state Rep. James Talarico.
John Fleming says Ralph Abraham offered him CDC job if he dropped out of Senate race
Shortly after leaving the CDC job, Abraham was named chair of Rep. Julia Letlow’s Senate campaign against Fleming.
What Your Phone Knows Could Help Scientists Understand Your Health
Stanford scientists have released an open-source platform that lets health researchers study the “screenome” – the digital traces of our daily lives – while protecting participants’ privacy.
Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 5m copies sold in less than a week
Capcom has revealed Resident Evil Requiem has already surpassed 5m sales. That's 5m copies sold in less than a week.
James Talarico will win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race, CNN projects
State Rep. James Talarico will win the Democratic primary for US Senate in Texas, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, placing a once little-known state legislator at the top of the party’s ticket for the general election in November.
Iraq, caught in the middle, braces for Iran war impact
Iraq is the only country in the Middle East to be targeted by both sides in the current conflict. There, the war could impact everything from the next government to intercommunal violence and civil servants' salaries.
Jasmine Crockett suggests GOP rigged her Democratic Primary election: 'This is what Republicans like to do'
An emergency Texas Supreme Court ruling scrapped a judge’s order to keep Dallas County polls open later, prompting Rep. Jasmine Crockett to accuse Republicans of rigging the race.
Wesley Hunt concedes Texas race, vows political comeback
Rep. Wesley Hunt thanks voters and says it won’t be the last time his name appears on the ballot and pledges his “undying support” to the eventual Republican nominee to keep Texas red.
John Cornyn and Ken Paxton Head to Runoff in Senate Republican Primary
Bitter rivals knocked out Rep. Wesley Hunt in Tuesday’s race but failed to reach a majority of the vote.
Republican Buckhout will challenge Democrat Davis for U.S. House seat
The recently redrawn eastern North Carolina district is the last remaining competitive U.S. House race in the state.
DraftKings Is Using Its Sports-Betting Playbook to Win Prediction Markets Race
As federal policymakers grapple with how to regulate predictions markets, DraftKings is going all-in on its predictions product and aims to overtake industry leader Kalshi.
Who's running in the Texas Republican primary? Here are the candidates
Voting ends on March 3 in Texas Congressional primary race. Here's what to know about the Republican race.
College basketball rankings: Duke, Arizona lock up conference titles as race for final No. 1 seed heats up
The Blue Devils and Wildcats finished atop the ACC and Big 12, respectively, with convincing victories on Monday night
Change afoot in South County politics? Keep an eye on the upcoming county supervisor race
Longtime political observers see a shift in Watsonville’s political landscape as the 2026 election cycle gets underway. Lookout spoke with current and former elected officials and community leaders about where South County politics is heading.
Ruben Gallego backs Graham Platner as Democrats split over Maine Senate race
Maine Democrat Graham Platner has picked up another endorsement in his bid to flip a key Senate seat blue. It's another sign of the rift between wings of the Democratic Party.
Champions League race tilts in Liverpool favor as Reds find consistency in up-and-down season
Liverpool enter the midweek fixtures in fifth place, three points ahead of Chelsea, following Sunday's win over West Ham United
Who are Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico? Dems face off in Texas primary
Texas Congressional primary race is March 3.
Crockett vs. Talarico. Progressive vs. Moderate. Right?
The Texas Democratic Senate primary is more about persona than policy, and the same is true for many other races.
North Carolina primary could mean Roy Cooper vs Michael Whatley in pivotal fall Senate race
North Carolina’s U.S. Senate primary will set up a high-stakes race in the fall that could decide control of the chamber
Apollo, Leon Black sued for allegedly concealing Epstein business ties from shareholders
Shareholders sued Apollo Global Management and its billionaire co-founders Leon Black and Marc Rowan on Monday in a proposed class action for allegedly defrauding them for nearly five years about the private capital firm's business dealings with disgraced sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein.
What to expect in North Carolina's midterm primaries
North Carolina voters will narrow down the field of candidates Tuesday in a competitive U.S. Senate race that could decide control of the closely divided chamber in November.
Julia Letlow campaign team includes familiar faces in Louisiana politics
Former Louisiana Congressman Ralph Abraham is campaign chairman for Congresswoman Julia Letlow's Senate race.