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Entertainment, politics have always mixed in America, historian says
From colonial pamphlets to TikTok videos, entertainment and politics have always intersected in American life.
Politics: West Virginia’s children deserve better
A couple of state senators spoke in preparation for this weekend’s interim committee meetings and site tours at Canaan Valley State Park about what they hope to see addressed by the state and their colleagues. Both Sens. Joey Garcia, D-Marion, and Jay Taylor, R-Taylor, told WV MetroNews they are hoping for work toward reform of […]
Kushner’s Island Dream Gets Caught Up in Albanian Politics
Protests against his luxury developments have morphed into an anti-establishment movement.
Opinion | Newsom’s California Health Tax Gambit
His scheme could raise insurance premiums by $400 a year.
California Democrat endorsed by Pelosi falls behind younger challenger
The intraparty race is expected to shape up as a competitive one.
Pokémon Go Data Wasn’t Shared With Drone Company, Niantic Spatial Says
The company says it no longer receives data from the monster-catching app after Niantic was acquired by Scopely
When the World Cup and war collide: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the House Republicans who bucked Trump on the Epstein files meet their political fates.
The Politics Hour: The final countdown to the D.C. primary and Virginia lawmakers stall over the budget
WAMU's Alex Koma and Washington Informer's Sam P.K. Collins get us ready for the D.C. primaries. Plus, Virginia Delegate Vivian Watts weighs in the data center tax breaks stalling budget negotiations.
First lady introduces Trump Accounts for foster youth
The U.S. Treasury is allowing states' child welfare agencies to set up the investment accounts
Health Brief: Watchdog flags Medicare Advantage denials
Plus: New polling shows how health care could shape the midterms
Virginia’s New Business Screening Services Program: Key Compliance Obligations
Virginia is implementing a new Business Screening Services (BSS) program that will significantly change how private background screening companies handle
WATCH: First lady Melania Trump announces new investment accounts for foster youth
First lady Melania Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday announced the launch of Fostering the Future Accounts, a spinoff of the Trump Accounts investment funds meant to give $1,000 to every newborn whose parent opens one.
Sutter Health launches California’s first full-scale mobile simulation lab
Officials said the initiative is designed to strengthen teamwork, communication, critical thinking and evidence-based practice among interdisciplinary care teams.
Scientists Invented a Disease to Test Whether A.I. Knew It Was Fake. Then, Chatbots Started Saying It Was Real
The eye condition bixonimania doesn't exist, but neither bots nor some researchers caught that the content was fabricated—despite obvious clues
My Student Experience: Science Education Majors Receive Funding to Travel to National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) Conference in California
As a science education major in NC State’s College of Education, Gillian Grimmick is always thinking about creating lesson plans and lab activities for her future classroom. So, she was thrilled when she had the opportunity to attend the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) conference in Anaheim, California, in April.
Are GOP California conspiracy theories preparation for November?
Or could Trump’s fraud claims backfire in the midterms?
The facts didn’t fit Trump’s California conspiracy theory. So he adjusted the conspiracy theory
If you’re pushing the baseless conspiracy theory that the results of last week’s California primary elections were rigged against Republicans like gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, it would seem highly inconvenient that Hilton has succeeded in qualifying for the November runoffs.
I left Canada and moved to California for love; gave up everything
After falling in love on vacation, I gave up everything and sold my dream condo so I could leave Canada and move to the US to be with my partner.
Fury over Jared Kushner’s Albania project reaches doors of political elite
Protesters want the entire political establishment to step aside, including PM Rama, who insists the development will create jobs.
Build a Forest-Related Business Fast: Free Sierra Commons Training in Auburn This July
Nevada City, Calif. — As demand grows for skilled forest management businesses across California, a Northern California nonprofit is helping entrepreneurs turn that opportunity into a livelihood. Sierra Commons, in partnership with the Sierra Business Council, will host a Forest Entrepreneurship Bootcamp July 18–19 in the Community Room at BriarPatch Co-op’s Auburn location. The two-day […]
Inside America’s Ugly Birthday Battle
Trump advisers broke an agreement to fund the bipartisan semiquincentennial celebrations, saying they will not “light taxpayer money on fire.”
Big Medicare Insurers Often Deny Requests for Nursing-Home Stays
A new federal investigation shows some of the biggest insurers had some of the highest denial rates.
Newsom handpicked a generation of California politicians. Can they help him run for president?
An entire generation of California elected officials owe their current jobs and their political prospects to Gavin Newsom.
Hiltzik: The Diabetes Association crosses a line
The tally from Trumpian attacks on science now includes billions of dollars in damage to farmers and ranchers and assaults on scientists' freedom of speech.
Democrats keep Proposition 50 promise alive through primary
California Democrats are bullish about winning in all five Congressional districts they targeted to flip after Proposition 50. Experts said the results of last week's primary election show signs of danger for Republicans.
Vote in our L.A. Sports Hall of Fame (NHL edition)
Introducing the L.A. Times Sports Report Hall of Fame, where readers vote for Hall of Famers in various categories.
New report: Virginia is improving children's health outcomes, and more headlines
New report: Virginia is improving children's health outcomes, and more headlines
A Youthful Crop of Politicians Run on Housing, and Their Own Rent
A cohort of young Millennial and Gen Z politicians have centered their campaigns this year on housing costs, and the divide is more generational than partisan.
Albania’s Flamingo Revolution Spreads From Kushner Resort to Political Elite
As protests in Tirana extend into a second week, they have escalated from opposition to two €5 billion ($5.7 billion) planned resorts in ecologically sensitive areas linked to Jared Kushner into demands for the entire Albanian political establishment to step aside.
A key congressional race in California will test progressives' appeal in a Republican district
Randy Villegas, a populist insurgent, has won the Democratic primary for a House seat representing California’s Central Valley.
Medicare Advantage plans denied prior authorization requests at unusually high rates, HHS report finds
UnitedHealthcare, CVS Health and Humana had the highest denial rates for long-term care requests, according to a report from the agency’s inspector general.
Panel discussion on politics of AI set
CHARLESTON – Berkeley Springs will play host Sunday to a panel discussion to look at the growing use of artificial intelligence – AI – along with the data centers powering the revolution, and the politics that is growing contentious not just in West Virginia, but nationwide. Tangle News – a national news outlet that looks […]
Panel Discussion On Politics Of AI Set In Berkeley Springs
CHARLESTON – Berkeley Springs will play host Sunday to a panel discussion to look at the growing use of artificial intelligence – AI – along with the data centers powering the revolution, and the politics that is growing contentious not just in West Virginia, but nationwide. Tangle News – a national news outlet that looks […]
Big box office demand prompts AMC to postpone its interactive concerts
AMC is rescheduling its interactive concert experience for later this year. After a very lucrative start to the summer box office, the movie theater chain said it needed to refocus its June programming.
U.S. launches more strikes on Iranian targets after Trump promises to hit Iran "hard"
Artificial turf contains 400 chemicals tied to cancer and hormone disruption. But is it unsafe?
A recent, 10-year study from California identified many known or suspected carcinogens in artificial turf. Does it pose a danger?
Cosm opens at Centennial Yards, offering entertainment experience ahead of World Cup
The venue features an 87-foot-diameter dome screen designed to immerse guests in live sporting events, films and other entertainment experiences.
Virginia's business reputation at the center of state budget impasse
Lawmakers are split on whether to end a tax exemption for data centers early.
The number of uninsured Californians could nearly double by 2030, says new report
Historic cuts to Medicaid and low-cost California health insurance could leave 4.6 million residents with no coverage. A new report from the UC Berkeley Labor Center says the working poor, older workers and undocumented workers could bear the brunt.
Gas prices push inflation to a three-year high, squeezing consumers and businesses
Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near
General Motors follows Ford's lead into the battery business
Yahoo Finance Senior Autos Reporter Pras Subramanian joins Julie Hyman on Market Catalysts to discuss General Motors' (GM) partnership with Peak Energy, placing a big bet on sodium-ion batteries. This comes one month after Ford (F) launched Ford Energy to develop energy storage batteries.
UnitedHealthcare contract dispute threatens in-network care at another Pennsylvania health network
Less than two months after Lehigh Valley Health Network became out of network for UHC commercial plans, Main Line Health is warning its patients that a similar outcome is possible.
Steven Chiu, Prominent California Healthcare Regulatory Attorney, Joins Crowell & Moring in California
Los Angeles – June 10, 2026: Steven Chiu, an experienced and versatile health care regulatory attorney with more than 16 years of experience advising leading health care clients, has joined Crowell &…
Could raccoons become the new dogs?
They're undeniably cute, but they'd also be a pretty annoying pet.
The Latest: Trump says Iran 'will have to pay the price’
The U.S. military launched airstrikes and Iran retaliated following the crash of an Army helicopter, blamed on a collision with an Iranian drone near the Strait of Hormuz
Health insurance for many Oregonians could get a lot more expensive next year
Health insurers are seeking double-digit rate hikes for Oregonians who buy their own coverage and workers at small businesses.
Split verdict on California health taxes as cost-of-living anxiety takes its toll
LA County's Measure ER clung to a narrow lead while Contra Costa's similar measure went down in defeat — a divide experts attribute to growing anxiety over the cost of living.
Two huge California unions clash over money, political clout this election season
A union representing teachers and one representing health care workers took opposing stances on issues and with candidates for governor.
DOJ reaches second settlement on youth gender care
A new era of American sunscreen, NIAID taps new acting director, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Freddie Freeman has a big moment in Dodgers' victory
First baseman Freddie Freeman reaches a career milestone as the Dodgers rout the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Medicaid cuts reignite clash between health worker unions, hospitals
The looming impact of federal Medicaid cuts has reignited a costly battle between California’s medical industry and one of its largest health worker unions.
Commentary: Spencer Pratt could have been a real contender. His greatest enemy was himself
Spencer Pratt had a few things going for him when he launched an insurgent campaign to become Los Angeles' next mayor.
The White House’s Top Science Goal Is Ignorance
Shutting down scientific inquiry because it discovers things you don’t like is a bit like turning off all the instruments on your plane because they warn you there’s a mountain ahead. It may satisfy your immediate urge to live in denial but will soon turn deadly.
Microsoft is disabling Office 2019 for Mac next month
A certificate issue means Office 2019 for Mac users won’t be able to edit or save documents starting July 13th.
Meta layoffs hit managers, software engineers as AI spending soars
The two groups made up more than half of Meta's layoffs in California and Washington state. Meta is embracing small teams and AI tools internally.
Looming Medicaid Cuts Supercharge California’s Latest Labor-Industry Fight
One of California’s largest healthcare unions is sponsoring two initiatives that would regulate community clinics and cap executive and managerial pay at hospitals and physician groups. In the most recent eruption of a long-standing feud, the measures have drawn fierce opposition from a wide swath of the medical industry.
Niall Horan Sets the Table for ‘Dinner Party’ Tour of Australia
The Irish pop star will play arenas in four Australian cities in early 2027.
Liberal advances to California general election, dealing a blow to establishment Democrats
Randy Villegas’s (D) second-place finish in the district that stretches across California’s Central Valley sets the educator up for a race against Rep. David Valadao (R-California).
This Bernie Sanders-endorsed Democrat will try to oust California’s toughest GOP incumbent
Voters rejected establishment politics in a Central Valley primary. Randy Villegas, a political newcomer, beat moderate Jasmeet Bains by focusing on change
Sanders-Backed Progressive Advances in California Swing District Against Valadao
Randy Villegas will face the incumbent, David Valadao, a Republican who has survived numerous challenges in a competitive district.
Rep. Kevin Kiley, Independent, to Face Richard Pan in California House Race
Mr. Kiley dropped his Republican affiliation earlier this year. The newly drawn Sixth Congressional District is widely considered to be favorable for Democrats.
Steve Hilton edges out Tom Steyer in California governor race
President Donald Trump has backed Hilton, who, if he wins in November, will be the first Republican governor in 15 years.
Republican Steve Hilton advances in California governor’s race
Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host endorsed by President Donald Trump, faces Democrat Xavier Becerra in November.
Republican Steve Hilton will advance to November election in California governor’s race, CNN projects
Republican Steve Hilton will advance to the November election in California’s gubernatorial race, CNN’s Decision Desk projects. Hilton, a former Fox News host who has President Donald Trump’s endorsement, will face former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat.
2 prominent California congressional races will test Democrats’ redrawn US House map
California’s most prominent congressional elections for this fall’s midterms are now set, with two districts in particular ready to test Democrats’ redrawn U.S. House map
Following primary election, new Proposition 50 congressional races take shape
Seven months after California voters overwhelmingly approved new congressional district lines mid-decade, the races for November are taking shape
Why Graham Platner’s margin matters in the Maine: From the Politics Desk
Plus, how California emerged as a target for unfounded election fraud claims.
Detroit summer lineup of events, entertainment, and big-name connections with Embarco Management Founder Mikey Eckstein
Fox 2's Ronia Shamona joins Mikey Eckstein to hear all about Influence Thursdays and so much more
Why the GOP’s voter fraud theories in California don’t make sense
The last week has brought the largest resurgence of election denialism since the aftermath of the 2020 election. Many on the right have cried foul over late shifts toward Democrats in results from California’s June 2 primary.
UPMC to lay off 200 mostly non-medical employees
UPMC is laying off 200 mostly nonclinical employees, hospital officials confirmed Tuesday. A spokesperson for the $34 billion health system — the largest private employer in Pennsylvania — noted the layoffs amounted to a miniscule fraction of its 100,000 employees. UPMC said the move was part of a regular internal
California's slow vote count faces changes as Supreme Court decision on late ballots looms
The U.S. Supreme Court could soon rule that California cannot accept ballots after election day. Experts are unsure what effect that would have on the counting process, but say there are other steps the state could take to speed things up.
Shapiro Administration Highlights the Need for Funding to Grow Pennsylvania’s Innovation Economy, Visits AlphaLab Health in Pittsburgh - PA Department of Community & Economic Development
AlphaLab Health is a start-up accelerator collaboration created by Innovation Works and Allegheny Health Network to address healthcare problems experienced by clinicians and patients. Pennsylvania has always been a leader […]
Richmond art museum brings historic pieces across Virginia
Staff from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts brought historic paintings, photographs and other pieces to downtown Harrisonburg Friday and Saturday in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
Small Business Index Slips Below its Historic Average
NFIB California comment on May 2026 SBET Report
The rise and fall of 'The Hills' star Spencer Pratt's improbable campaign for Los Angeles mayor
Pratt, a reality television personality, was not able to pull off his latest venture — an improbable bid to become mayor of Los Angeles.
UMW Launches Virginia’s First Master’s Degree in AI in Business
byThe University of Mary Washington has opened enrollment for a new Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence in Business (MS in AI in Business), an innovative graduate program designed to prepare professionals for a rapidly evolving, AI-driven economy.The graduate degree is the first of its kind in Virginia to focus specifically on artificial intelligence in […]
A journey between two worlds begins in TALES OF ETERNIA REMASTERED this October
Tales of Eternia Remastered launches October 16, 2026. Rediscover the classic action RPG with enhanced graphics and quality-of-life features.
Study links joint pain supplement to accelerating dementia
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — New research has found an association between taking glucosamine, a popular over-the-counter supplement used for joint pain, and a higher…
'The Amazing Digital Circus' winning streak continues at box office
With a big opening weekend for "The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act," digital-native stories prove they can resonate at the box office — if they're authentic.
Attraktion! celebrates the sold-out opening of Querion Hypermedia Entertainment Park in Piechowice, Poland
VIENNA, Austria — Attraktion! celebrates the sold-out opening weekend of Querion Hypermedia Entertainment Park in Piechowice, Poland. Located between Szklarska Poręba and Jelenia Góra in the heart …
K-pop, '90s TV nostalgia is defining this year's baby name trends
Names inspired by "KPop Demon Hunters," and from beloved TV shows like "Friends," are gaining popularity among Millennial and Gen Z families.
Can California afford to cover Ozempic for public employees?
California may require CalPERS health plans to cover Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. The insurer warns it would cost hundreds of millions of dollars.
These teens have the weight of the world on their shoulders. Mental health is taking a nosedive
"Everyone is going through something," one California teen said about the prevalence of mental health concerns among his peers.
SBA visits Pennsylvania’s 2026 Small Business Person of the Year
Gale Ferranto, of Buona Foods in Chester County, received the award.
Can Democrats take the Senate? Maine voters may provide a clue
Democrat Graham Platner appears likely to become the party's nominee against Sen. Susan Collins. Platner has been accused of engaging in volatile behavior with women, among other controversies.
Six are elected to the NBA wing of the L.A. Times Sports Hall of Fame
Six people have been elected into the Lakers/Clippers wing of our Los Angeles Times Sports Report Hall of Fame.
San Francisco’s Metropolitan Mosaic
Urban development, green spaces, and maritime activity converge in this Northern California city.
Niall Horan to Host Intimate Nova’s Red Room ‘Dinner Party’ Event in Sydney
The event announcement comes following Horan's revelation that he'll be returning to Australia in early 2027.
Blue mushrooms, shy trees and glowing seas: Beaker Street Science Photography prize
The 12 finalists will be exhibited at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, including images of newborn fish, a native wasp and satellite trails across the night sky
Trump Previews Fall Strategy With Baseless Claims of California Vote Fraud
The president is using the slow count of mail ballots in California to renew his effort to cast doubt on election outcomes he doesn’t like, despite a lack of evidence of any widespread fraud.
North East officials, businesses prepare for big crowds at Big Boy train visit
The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive is making its only stop in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, drawing thousands of spectators to North East. Local first responders have prepared for the antic…
Return of USA Cycling on Inside West Virginia Politics
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join Rick Johnson to discuss USA Cycling, Charleston’s Sternwheel Regatta, the Huntington Area D…
Business Journal named finalist in multiple California Journalism Awards categories
The Business Journal has been recognized as a finalist in several categories of the 2025 California Journalism Awards, the California News Publishers Association announced last week. The annual competition honors journalism produced by newspapers, magazines
'The Last of Us' fans can breathe easy, the series isn't canceled
'The Last of Us' fans had a scare when online rumors spread that the wildly popular HBO post-apocalyptic drama had canceled filming.
Two Ballad Health hospitals at risk of closure
Two Ballad Health hospitals are at risk of closure, according to a new report from the Virginia Joint Commission on Healthcare.According to the report, Dickenso
Rush is reunited with its faithful through tears and riffs
Opening its first post-Neil Peart tour with high energy and a smartly chosen set list, the band also has a showstopper in touring drummer Anika Nilles.
California, and the dangerous sudden resurgence of GOP voter fraud fever
Even Republicans who previously kept such voter-fraud claims at arm’s length are embracing theories that something is off in California, despite zero evidence.
Stephen A Smith claims Trump has "no business" attending Knicks game at MSG: "It is selfish and narcissistic"
Stephen A. Smith calls Trump's NBA Finals Game 3 attendance selfish and narcissistic, but critics question if he'd say the same about Obama.