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June 1, 2026, 6:31 a.m. Pacific time

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He Was Satirized on British TV. Now He’s Trump’s Pick to Lead California.

Steve Hilton grabbed headlines when he worked in conservative politics in Britain. His American political renaissance in the California governor’s race has bemused former British colleagues and rivals.

Steyer Campaigns on Affordability. Does His Own Mansion Portfolio Matter?

Tom Steyer wants to address California’s housing crisis if he becomes governor. He is also a billionaire with extensive personal real estate holdings.

What It’s Like to Be a Student at the First A.I.-Powered University

California’s public university system spent $16.9 million on A.I. The result has been chaos.

Pulling Customs From ‘Sanctuary’ City Airports Would Cause Chaos, Business Groups Say

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin’s proposal could block hubs like Boston, New York and Los Angeles from accepting international flights.

2025 Wildfires Were the Costliest Ever, Researchers Say

Severe, hard-to-control blazes in densely populated areas like Los Angeles drove the year’s record losses.

Book Surfaces 120 Years After a San Francisco Library Lost Almost Everything

A book of poetry that survived the catastrophic 1906 earthquake and fire has been returned to the Mechanics’ Institute Library.

How Restaurants Became One of the Hottest Issues in Los Angeles Politics

In advance of Tuesday’s down-to-the-wire mayoral primary, several candidates have made the hospitality industry part of their platforms.

FIFA Facing ‘Significant’ World Cup Problem as SoFi Stadium Workers Set for Strike Vote

SoFi will host eight World Cup games, including the USA's opener against Paraguay on June 12.

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