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June 10, 2026, 6:31 a.m. Pacific time

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Nick Reiner, Accused of Killing Parents, Asks to Use Trust Fund for His Defense

Mr. Reiner, who has pleaded not guilty, wants money from his $1.5 million trust fund to rehire a prominent criminal defense lawyer.

Trial Begins for Man Accused of Sparking Palisades Fire

Opening statements are set to begin Wednesday in the case of the man prosecutors say was enthralled by fire and resentful toward the rich.

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.

Doris Matsui Will Face Democratic Challenger in Intraparty Generational Fight

Mai Vang, a progressive member of the Sacramento City Council, will challenge Ms. Matsui, the 81-year-old incumbent, in the general election.

When Bees Attack: Tips for Surviving an Earlier Swarm Season

Experts discuss the threat and how to escape aggressive bees. Hint: Don’t jump in water.

$525,000 Homes in California, Indiana and Florida

A pair of Spanish-style bungalows in Twentynine Palms, Calif., a farmhouse in Whitestown, Ind., and a Craftsman in Tampa, Fla.

49ers’ Osa Odighizuwa, Now Finally Over the Cowboys, Is Embracing His New Team

Osa Odighizuwa is fine now, but the initial shock and hurt feelings of being traded from the Cowboys after five seasons in Dallas didn’t wear off right away. It took his new San Francisco 49ers teammates coming through in different, understated ways after he first arrived in the South Bay.

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