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Folarin Balogun will play in the round of 16 after all.The American star will have his one-game red-card ban suspended, Dan Sheldon and Adam Crafton of The Athletic reported and U.S. Soccer later confirmed Sunday.“We accept the decision of the Disciplinary Committee and are pleased that Folarin Balogun is eligible to compete...
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Folarin Balogun will play in the round of 16 after all.The American star will have his one-game red-card ban suspended, Dan Sheldon and Adam Crafton of The Athletic reported and U.S. Soccer later confirmed Sunday.“We accept the decision of the Disciplinary Committee and are pleased that Folarin Balogun is eligible to compete...
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Fourth of July fireworks sparked dangerous explosions and raging fires across Southern California, leaving several injured and displacing families.
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Three people were injured, one critically, after an unauthorized climbing rope snapped at Davenport Beach near Santa Cruz, sending them plunging 30 to 40 feet to the sand just before midnight Saturday, authorities said.The incident occurred as a group of six people attempted to scale a steep bluff from the beach using a rope installed near the top...
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A woman died early Sunday after being shot near the intersection of Bonita Avenue and Sunny Court, and police have taken a person of interest into custody.Officers responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 1:20 a.m. and found the woman suffering from at least one gunshot wound, according to the San Jose Police Department. She was...
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An unoccupied Waymo autonomous vehicle caught fire Saturday evening after driving over a small firework in a San Francisco roadway, according to a company spokesperson.The incident occurred near the 1200 block of Connecticut Street. No one was inside the self-driving car at the time, and no injuries were reported.Waymo stated it coordinated with...
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A new venue is elevating FIFA World Cup watch parties and uplifting downtown San Jose economically.The Domes, located at 171 Post St. near San Pedro Square, will showcase the U.S. men’s national soccer team watch party and other sporting events. In addition, the immersive entertainment venue with space for 300 people, can host concerts, dance...
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One person was killed and three others were hurt following a fireworks explosion that set fire to a nearby vehicle following an Independence Day celebration in Chino.The explosion was reported as a vehicle fire at about 8:30 p.m. on the 5600 block of D Street, according to the city. There, a vehicle was fully engulfed in flames and officers tended...
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Billy Gene Mills was elected to the Los Angeles City Council in 1963 and served until 1974. He was also the first Black graduate of the UCLA Law School.
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Newport Beach, Laguna Beach and other Orange County towns are cracking down on elaborate shade coverings, citing safety issues.
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As if Taylor Swift's wedding and the nation's 250th birthday weren't reason enough to celebrate, Beyoncé is giving fans an excuse to be drunk in love. The superstar released a surprise new single Saturday, "Morning Dew (Donk)” — her first new music since her Grammy-winning "Act II: Cowboy Carter” dropped in 2024. The track doubles as a...
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As if Taylor Swift's wedding and the nation's 250th birthday weren't reason enough to celebrate, Beyoncé is giving fans an excuse to be drunk in love. The superstar released a surprise new single Saturday, "Morning Dew (Donk)” — her first new music since her Grammy-winning "Act II: Cowboy Carter” dropped in 2024. The track doubles as a...
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A brush fire broke out in West Covina on Saturday night, officials said.Crews responded to the “Hooper Fire” near Hooper Drive and Hillside Drive at around 9:40 p.m., according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.The 3-acre blaze appeared to be burning in a remote part of a neighborhood that’s built onto a hill. Officials say the fire...
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Saturday night across San Jose, police launched drones from five fire stations and began roving the skies, catching illegal fireworks at the source.“We always say, right, don’t use illegal fireworks, they’re illegal, you can get fined, and it’s just not worth it. It’s not worth putting your life at risk, or somebody else’s life at risk,...
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A wanted 46-year-old man who threatened to set his apartment on fire surrendered to authorities on July 4 after a five-hour standoff, police said.Officers responded to a 911 call around 11 a.m. reporting a disturbance at an apartment in the 1600 block of Aster Drive. Callers reported a man inside was possibly injured and bleeding, according to the...
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The Mexican dream at this World Cup can be summed up in a phrase: "And what if we do?”The question omits the ending — and what if we do win? — but captures the hope of two generations of Mexicans who were used to defeats and have waited 40 years to see their national team make it to the quarterfinals, something that could happen on Sunday if...
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The Mexican dream at this World Cup can be summed up in a phrase: "And what if we do?”The question omits the ending — and what if we do win? — but captures the hope of two generations of Mexicans who were used to defeats and have waited 40 years to see their national team make it to the quarterfinals, something that could happen on Sunday if...
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A post-game fireworks show went awry at BMO Stadium on Friday night, when fireworks set off on the playing pitch sent flares streaming into the stands, forcing fans to scatter to safety.
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What organizers call the largest free Fourth of July celebration on the West Coast returned to downtown Los Angeles Saturday after a one-year absence.Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Summer Block Party will run from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Its theme is “Voice and Expression as Power.” The party is “more than a holiday celebration,” Robert Gonzalez, the...
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President Donald Trump mixed partisan politics with patriotic appeals on Saturday as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, a moment he declared "one of the most joyous and glorious milestones of all time.”Speaking in Washington after storms prompted a roughly two-hour evacuation of the National Mall, Trump honored...
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Fireworks appeared to misfire into the crowd after the Angel City FC soccer match at BMO Stadium in Exposition Park on Friday night, video shows.According to the club’s Facebook page, a fireworks show was scheduled to take place at the stadium following their home game against Orlando Pride as part of “LA Sports Night.”Some spectators said...
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President Donald Trump mixed partisan politics with patriotic appeals on Saturday as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, a moment he declared "one of the most joyous and glorious milestones of all time.”Speaking in Washington after storms prompted a roughly two-hour evacuation of the National Mall, Trump honored...
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Paul Pelosi, husband of former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, could face prosecution in a Napa County hit-and-run crash. Officials allege he crashed his convertible into an unoccupied parked vehicle.
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A residential fire at Casa De Lago Mobile Home Park in San Jose prompted some evacuations Saturday afternoon, according to the fire department.Authorities said the fire was reported at a residential structure at the mobile park on the 2100 block of Oakland Road just before 3:30 p.m. Fire officials added adjacent units were evacuated and traffic was...
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From SoCal beach parades to sweltering East Coast crowds, see how Americans balanced patriotism, World Cup fever and political division on the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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President Donald Trump’s plans to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary of independence with a rally on the National Mall were complicated on Saturday by severe storms that gathered near Washington, forcing event organizers to order an evacuation."Freedom 250 will share updates on programming and doors reopening,” Freedom 250 spokesperson...
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Fireworks and drones will illuminate the skies of Southern California on Saturday in celebration of the U.S.'s 250th birthday.Fourth of July celebrates the country's independence from Great Britain and festivities often include barbecuing, parades and, of course, the night's end with a fireworks show. More modern and environmentally conscious...
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President Donald Trump’s plans to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary of independence with a rally on the National Mall were complicated on Saturday by severe storms that gathered near Washington, forcing event organizers to order an evacuation."Freedom 250 will share updates on programming and doors reopening,” Freedom 250 spokesperson...
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Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is under investigation after deputies say he was involved in a hit-and-run crash in Yountville on Friday afternoon.According to the Napa County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 2:30 p.m. Friday to the 6700 block of Yount Street after a witness reported a hit-and-run...
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NBC is used to undertaking large presentations with the Olympics. It will face another tall task this weekend, presenting all of the Major League Baseball games as part of "Star-Spangled Sunday.”It is the first time a media company has had all 15 games on the schedule.While some may harken back or shudder to the days of the ill-fated Baseball...
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Twelve people, including several children, were hurt overnight in a car crash in Sun Valley, the Los Angeles Fire Department said.The crash was reported just before 1:30 a.m. on the northbound side of the 5 Freeway at Sheldon Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol. There, calls were made to help several people who were hurt after a...
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About 90 Pacific Gas and Electric customers in San Francisco’s Castro District were still without power on Saturday after a small outage struck a stretch of Market Street on Friday.Traffic signals could be inoperable in the outage area, which included most of the 2200 block of Market Street and the blocks between Noe and Sanchez streets and from...
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NBC is used to undertaking large presentations with the Olympics. It will face another tall task this weekend, presenting all of the Major League Baseball games as part of "Star-Spangled Sunday.”It is the first time a media company has had all 15 games on the schedule.While some may harken back or shudder to the days of the ill-fated Baseball...
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Crowds gathered in the sweltering heat Saturday to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday by watching famed competitive eater Joey "Jaws” Chestnut defend his world hot dog eating championship in Coney Island, where he downed 66 hot dogs in just 10 minutes. Miki Sudo defended her title as well in the women's division.Saturday marked the 18th...
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Two people were killed on Friday in a shooting reported in Hyde Park, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.The shooting was reported at about 7:45 p.m. Friday near the intersection of 59th Street and Crenshaw Boulevard. There, a group of men opened fire on three other men and then took off in a vehicle.One victim, who was described as a...
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The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is adding Muni service and implementing street closures to accommodate large crowds expected for the city’s Independence Day celebrations.Transport officials urged people to use public transit, walk, bike, or take a taxi, warning that heavy traffic and limited parking are expected Saturday...
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Hazardous levels of air pollution are expected across central and southern Los Angeles County, northern Orange County, Riverside and San Bernardino counties from 5 p.m. Saturday evening through 3 p.m. Sunday.
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Some critics said the proposal lacked much-needed specifics, while others worried it would endanger the very people it was designed to help.
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If a historical reckoning can happen in Mission San Juan Capistrano, it can happen anywhere. As we mark 250 years of this country, we need to push for more of these reckonings.
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San Francisco is slated for a historic Fourth of July celebration on Wednesday, with fireworks set to be lit from the towers of the Golden Gate Bridge for only the third time ever. This celebration is set to mark America’s 250th anniversary. Public officials are warning people headed to watch the fireworks that especially large crowds and...
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According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, fire crews found multiple cars engulfed in flames in a parking lot at 1104 W. Pacific Coast Highway around 8:30 p.m.
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Firefighters were battling a fire burning both sides of Adobe Loop Trail in Mountain View.The Mountain View Fire Department said the fire was burning a quarter of an acre on both sides of the Adobe Loop Trail.The forward progress of the fire was stopped, according to fire authorities.
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Editor’s Note: Live coverage of this event has concluded and the copy below has been updated.Ships and aircraft from across the globe came together for a grand celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday.Sail4th 250 presented the largest maritime and aerial gathering in American history as tall ships, naval vessels and aircraft from 46...
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A man was critically injured and 12 people were displaced after a fire that involved illegal fireworks at a motel parking lot in Wilmington on Friday night, officials said.The Los Angeles Fire Department said the fireworks went off inside a BMW in the parking lot of the Crescent Inn on West Pacific Coast Highway between Wilmington Boulevard and...
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A couple from San Francisco has created an app that tracks the city’s famous fog.This week, husband and wife duo Michael and Macbeth Horvath launched “Foggy.”The app pulls from publicly available weather data but has an interactive feature that lets users report their real-time observations of the fog.NBC Bay Area's Jessica Aguirre spoke with...
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A cookbook author in Petaluma has created a new signature drink for all 50 states, in honor of America's 250th birthday.The recipes for every single one are in a new cocktail cookbook called “Spirits Of ’76.” It was put together by Kim Laidlaw, a Bay Area trained baker.In addition to the new signature drink, she also picked a classic cocktail...
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While banks, government offices and mail delivery services will pause operations for Independence Day, most retailers, grocery stores and restaurants plan to remain open on July Fourth.This year’s holiday falls on Saturday, July 4, as the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, also known...
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Editor’s Note: Live coverage of this event has concluded and the copy below has been updated.Ships and aircraft from across the globe came together for a grand celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday.Sail4th 250 presented the largest maritime and aerial gathering in American history as tall ships, naval vessels and aircraft from 46...
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A group of men who advertised work online in Pacific Palisades and collectively bid up to $1.27 million for construction in the fire-ravaged community now face potential penalties.
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BART said fare evasion is on the decline at its 50 stations, and a new viral video appears to show one reason why.A viral video circulating on social media shows a woman stuck under BART's new fare gates, presumably caught while trying to slip through without paying."People do some of the craziest things at BART. It was really not a smart thing to...
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The use of illegal fireworks is a Fourth of July activity that police and fire agencies have to watch out for starting Friday night. A little spot near an overpass in San Jose has been a hot spot for illegal fireworks before, and some people who live nearby say neighborhood shows are scary because they often take place near homes.A homeowners'...
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Lineage, which operates the facility, accused Altus Power, the solar panel subcontractor whose rooftop equipment is suspected of potentially sparking the June 17 fire, of obstructing demolition efforts.
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Those who are about to host or attend a Fourth of July barbeque will have to be prepared to pay a little more this year.The cost of meat has risen steadily this year; higher farming costs and some scarcity means beef costs 5.5% more this July Fourth than last.Chicken and pork are also higher. Higher agriculture costs mean strawberries cost...
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June, marking a major push by the agency tasked with carrying out the Trump administration’s mass deportations agenda.The arrest numbers, obtained from a person familiar with the information who spoke anonymously to discuss data that has not been...
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a star-packed ceremony.The secrecy that surrounded the buildup to the nuptials lifted when a marquee outside the Midtown Manhattan arena proclaimed "JUST&T MARRIED” once the deed was done.The couple did not have...
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For many young people, social media is a place to share everyday moments. For 19-year-old Elijah Dawkins of San Ramon, it has become a journal of resilience after he was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.Dawkins was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma on his 19th birthday after finding an enlarged lymph node under his arm – explaining years of...
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June, marking a major push by the agency tasked with carrying out the Trump administration’s mass deportations agenda.The arrest numbers, obtained from a person familiar with the information who spoke anonymously to discuss data that has not been...
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a star-packed ceremony.The secrecy that surrounded the buildup to the nuptials lifted when a marquee outside the Midtown Manhattan arena proclaimed "JUST&T MARRIED” once the deed was done.The couple did not have...
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Swifties in NYC hope to catch a glimpse of Taylor Swift and send their well wishes for Swift's nuptials.
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More than two weeks after a fire broke out inside the Lineage warehouse in Boyle Heights, many neighbors have received N95 masks and air purified while mobile health clinics are set up in their area.But some neighbors said the massive fire that sent toxic fume into the air and created a horrendous stench of rotting food has cost them out of pocket....
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A farmer in the San Joaquin Valley gave away 182,000 pounds of free nectarines because a contract dispute barred him selling them.
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What does one buy a billionaire as a wedding celebration gift? Maren Morris — and the TODAY show crew — are wondering the same thing.On Friday's broadcast, host Craig Melvin mentioned Variety's reporting that the singer was invited to the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce festivities later that evening.Melvin teased the dilemma on air. “What do you...
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The Chino Police Department on Friday announced the arrest of a suspect following an extensive investigation into an organized EBT fraud and ATM skimming operation. According to the department, investigators with the Criminal Investigations Bureau recovered fraudulent EBT cards, ATM skimming devices, computers, cell phones, cash and hundreds of...
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While most Americans will celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday this weekend, the Independence Day may be one of the least favorite holidays for pets, animals in shelters and volunteers.Although fireworks are fun and celebratory, the sound of the explosives often triggers animals to seek safety by running away or looking for a place to hide,...
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Authorities in Los Angeles County will intensity enforcement against illegal street takeovers as deputies are ready to ticket those who participate in the events during the Fourth of July weekend, the LA County Sheriff’s Department said Friday.Anyone who participates in street takeovers, including organizers, promoters and drivers, are subjected...
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's have found a mother and daughter who were lost on a steep hiking trail in the San Bernardino Mountains.
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Summer break brings plenty of opportunities for fun, and plenty of opportunities for kids to announce they’re bored. Whether you’re looking to encourage outdoor play, build independence or simply survive the long days between camps and vacations, these products can help keep kids engaged all season long.Skylight BuddySummer routines can quickly...
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An 8-year-old boy had a special birthday celebration at Disneyland on Friday: he became the 1 billionth honorary guest to walk through the gates of the Happiest Place on Earth.Andres Robles of Arizona, along with his parents Alejandra and Jose, marked the historic milestone by joining Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on the Main Street U.S.A train...
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Summer break brings plenty of opportunities for fun, and plenty of opportunities for kids to announce they’re bored. Whether you’re looking to encourage outdoor play, build independence or simply survive the long days between camps and vacations, these products can help keep kids engaged all season long.Skylight BuddySummer routines can quickly...
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Police officials in cities across California are using drones to cite people who use illegal fireworks over the Fourth of July weekend.
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An ocean water closure in Laguna Beach was in effect ahead of the holiday weekend due to a 2,000-gallon sewage spill.The spill at Thalia Beach is next to the Cohen family’s home on Anita Street. Family members said the raw sewage spilled out Thursday afternoon. “Our phone started blowing up, like what the heck is going on,” said Lee Cohen....
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A mother and daughter who were hiking in the Southern California mountains east of Los Angeles have been found a day after they were reported missing.The women, ages 21 and 41, were reported missing after they disappeared Thursday morning in the San Gorgonia Wilderness. They were hiking the Vivian Creek Trail, the shortest and the steepest route to...
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More than 120 passengers and crew members on a Princess Cruises ship that docked in San Francisco on Thursday were infected with a stomach virus while on their voyage, federal health officials said.The Ruby Princess was on a 20-day round trip journey from San Francisco to Canada and Alaska when 102 passengers and 23 crew members were stricken by...
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Portions of Highway 101 that feed into, across and out of the Golden Gate Bridge will close on the Fourth of July to accommodate the festivities.As the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on Saturday, the Golden Gate Bridge will be closed in both directions that night to all traffic including...
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Parts of Southern California will be under an air pollution advisory this weekend due to Fourth of July fireworks.Fireworks shows planned across the region will produce hazardous levels of particle pollution from Saturday evening through early Sunday afternoon. The South Coast Air Quality Management District issued the advisory, saying the Air...
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Fire departments and law enforcement agencies across the Bay Area are urging people not to use illegal fireworks during Saturday’s Fourth of July celebrations.With hot, dry conditions across the region, the Alameda County Fire Department is adding four fire engines and 20 additional firefighters for the holiday weekend in case illegal fireworks...
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Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye both scored and Switzerland advanced to the round of 16 at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Algeria on Thursday night.Switzerland will play the winner of Friday’s match between Colombia and Ghana in Kansas City, Missouri. The round-of-16 game is set for next Tuesday in Vancouver.Switzerland has not won a...
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The United States has World Cup fever.The U.S. match against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English language history with more than 24.4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports. The peak audience was 31.8 million.The United States won the game 2-0 in Santa Clara, California, to advance to the round of...
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While banks, government offices and mail delivery services will pause operations for Independence Day, most retailers, grocery stores and restaurants plan to remain open on July Fourth.This year’s holiday falls on Saturday, July 4, as the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, also known...
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San Jose is moving its official World Cup watch parties to SAP Center and Discovery Meadow for Sunday’s match between Mexico and England.San Pedro Square has drawn tens of thousands of fans for World Cup matches so far, with crowds regularly filling the area. City officials expect even more fans for Sunday’s match and said the larger venues are...
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An assault on a tow truck driver led to a chase and deadly law enforcement shooting early Friday that closed part of the 210 Freeway in Glendora.Deputies chased the driver of a Volkswagen SUV who was sought for a possible assault on a tow truck driver on the eastbound 210 Freeway near Grand Avenue, the CHP said. According to the CHP, the tow truck...
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An Air Force major was arrested in uniform on the steps of the Capitol after he called for the impeachment of President Donald Trump.U.S. Capitol Police arrested Jason Watson, an active-duty service member, on Wednesday afternoon following remarks at a news conference where he said Trump and Vice President JD Vance should be removed from...
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The fourth of July for 2026 falls on a Saturday, with this year marking the milestone of America’s 250th birthday. The day, a national holiday, also means government offices are closed. But the fact that it falls on a Saturday means it will actually be observed on a weekday. So does that make Friday, July 3 a federal holiday? When a federal...
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An Air Force major was arrested in uniform on the steps of the Capitol after he called for the impeachment of President Donald Trump.U.S. Capitol Police arrested Jason Watson, an active-duty service member, on Wednesday afternoon following remarks at a news conference where he said Trump and Vice President JD Vance should be removed from...
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The fourth of July for 2026 falls on a Saturday, with this year marking the milestone of America’s 250th birthday. The day, a national holiday, also means government offices are closed. But the fact that it falls on a Saturday means it will actually be observed on a weekday. So does that make Friday, July 3 a federal holiday? When a federal...
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Here's how to keep your pet from getting out on the Fourth of July, and what to do if they get lost.
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San Francisco is usually packed with visitors for the Fourth of July, but this year the holiday is expected to bring in especially big crowds with the holiday marking America’s 250th anniversary and with a fireworks display scheduled to go from the Golden Gate Bridge.This will mark the third time in the bridge’s history that fireworks have been...
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Following Tuesday's violence, Sunday's Mexico-England watch party might not happen at San Pedro Square; the Mayor's Office said it is looking at different locations to host it.The crowd at Thursday's Portugal-Croatia watch party at San Pedro Square was smaller than Tuesday's Mexico's watch party.Officials say about 40,000 people filled San Pedro...
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A person died following an overturn crash on Highway 101 near San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, according to the California Highway Patrol.CHP said dispatch received a 911 call just before 7 p.m. reporting a crash southbound Highway 101, south of the SFO on ramp.At the scene, authorities found the male driver of a white Toyota Camry...
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Lorena Lopez, 33, was broadsided when a man ran a stop sign, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said in a news release.
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A street vendor has been in the hospital for nearly two weeks after a car barreled into his stand in South Los Angeles last month.Arnulfo Hernandez, 77, was selling tamales with his wife on Maple Street when the crash happened on June 20 — an incident that his family says changed their lives in a matter of moments.“He had multiple fractures,”...
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Roberto Machuca, 32, of the Garden Grove Police Department was arrested Saturday and booked into the Orange County Jail.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a budget bill this week that strengthens oversight of the state’s troubled Next Generation 911 project by requiring an independent audit, quarterly reporting, and technical reviews.Lawmakers say the requirements will help get the digital 911 overhaul back on track after years of delays, technical failures, and...
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State transportation officials recently approved the transfer of Blues Beach and the surrounding bluffs to Kai Poma, a nonprofit founded by representatives of the Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Round Valley Indian Tribes and Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians.
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The owner of a pet Labradoodle dog killed by a Los Angeles Police Department officer sued the city of Los Angeles and various unidentified officers Thursday, alleging in federal court that police violated the LAPD’s own policy governing the use of force against animals when Jameson was shot last month during noisy celebrations after the Knicks...
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Just days after authorities removed 16 children from a squalid home and arrested four adult relatives, the question looms over their southern Ohio village: How could this have happened, for years, unnoticed, right here?Neighbors of the family in tiny Hamden, employees at local stores where they shopped and even the investigators who responded to...
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The United States Coast Guard on Thursday outlined its plans for keeping people safe during the July Fourth fireworks show at the Golden Gate Bridge.“We fully anticipate to have a large crowd, both onshore and on the water,” U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Jared Toczko said. “This is an opportunity to see a fantastic fireworks display and with that we...
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A person was caught on camera lifting small sewer grates in San Francisco's Bernal Height neighborhood and calmly walking away. Neighbors have been calling the city hoping to have authorities track down the culprit, but instead they’re getting cited with orders to replace the grates as soon as possible.The video that neighbors are circulating was...
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Just days after authorities removed 16 children from a squalid home and arrested four adult relatives, the question looms over their southern Ohio village: How could this have happened, for years, unnoticed, right here?Neighbors of the family in tiny Hamden, employees at local stores where they shopped and even the investigators who responded to...
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A Garden Grove police officer was arrested and placed on administrative leave following an investigation into possible inappropriate interactions with a minor participating in the department’s Explorer program, authorities said Thursday. Garden Grove Police said investigators were notified on June 26 of possible inappropriate interaction...
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Just a couple of days away from the Fourth of July, many Americans have been bursting with pride for the country following one big event after another with the Olympics, the Super Bowl and the World Cup.The most recent success was the U.S. national team breaking through in the knockout round of the World Cup last night with a win over...
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LA County is set to receive an additional $200 million from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s $2.5 billion wildfire relief fund, following NBC4 Investigates’ reporting that only a fraction of the money promised for recovery from the Palisades and Eaton fires had been released by the state as the fund’s sunset approached.Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office...
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A woman accused in a 2024 attempted kidnapping in Santa Monica was reported missing by her family nearly two months ago, police confirmed to NBC Los Angeles on Thursday.Courtney Perrone, 41, was reportedly last seen near Exposition Park — not far from USC’s campus — around 10:30 p.m. on May 17, according to the Los Angeles Police...
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An ambitious project to scan the universe has ties to the Bay Area.A telescope with roots in the Bay Area is be part of a project to look deep into space to go back into the history of the universe, as well as learn about what might be coming up in the future.The enormous telescope is inside the Vera Rubin Observatory in Chile. Nine years ago, it...
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The homicide rate for 2025 was 3.5 for every 100,000 people, the lowest since crime recording began six decades ago.
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A person was shot and wounded by a police officer Thursday afternoon at Los Robles Regional Medical Center in Thousand Oaks.
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Joshua Mora lost his leg at 13 after being hit by a motorcycle in a crosswalk. He sued the city, saying officials knew the intersection was dangerous.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday designating May 17 as a celebration of martial arts icon Bruce Lee for his trailblazing work representing the Asian American community on-screen.
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A man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for leading an organized retail theft ring behind smash-and-grab heists at high-end jewelry stores across Southern California, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Thursday.Rodney Allen Flynt Jr. and his accomplices struck more than 14 stores in Orange, Riverside San Diego and Kern counties...
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A year after a University of California, Berkeley professor was killed during a custody dispute in Greece, his family says they’re fighting to try to get alleged squatters out of his East Bay home.The family of Przemyslaw Jeziorski said the alleged squatters have been living in the Berkeley home for months, but California’s eviction process has...
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Bruce Arena, the current San Jose Earthquakes head coach and former U.S. men’s national team manager, said Thursday he believes this year’s American squad has a chance to go all the way at the World Cup.On Wednesday, the Stars and Stripes defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in a Round of 32 match in Santa Clara. The Americans will now head to...
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On Saturday, President Donald Trump’s administration plans to launch Trump Accounts, tying the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to an effort to boost financial independence for American kids.Under the program, parents can open investment accounts for any child born during Trump’s second term and automatically...
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A burglary at a home in Woodland Hills resulted in reported losses of a quarter of a million dollars, the Los Angeles Police Department told NBC4 Investigates on Thursday.Officers responded to the home on Fairhaven Avenue just before midnight on Wednesday, according to the LAPD.Police say the homeowner, who had left for a short time, returned to...
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On Saturday, President Donald Trump’s administration plans to launch Trump Accounts, tying the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to an effort to boost financial independence for American kids.Under the program, parents can open investment accounts for any child born during Trump’s second term and automatically...
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A Los Angeles County man admitted to sending the family of Nancy Guthrie a fake ransom note while her family was looking for her after she was abducted earlier this year.
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Online streamer IShowSpeed is one of many soccer fans taking in World Cup action Thursday at San Francisco’s Thrive City.The viral online personality, who has over 56 million YouTube subscribers, has been attending World Cup matches across the globe, including watching Wednesday’s USMNT vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina match in Santa...
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More than 100 passengers were sickened in a recent norovirus outbreak on the Ruby Princess cruise ship.
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The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Thursday was undergoing the transformation process ahead of the big, Fourth of July celebration. In addition to a block party, fireworks and a drone show, star power is set to be demonstrated on stage Saturday with Chaka Khan, the Smashing Pumpkins, Chris Stapleton performing. Queen Latifah will be the host of the...
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Some residents and community groups urged Lineage, the company that managed a cold storage warehouse damaged in a massive fire, to clean up and leave Boyle Heights for good.
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A man suspected of attempted murder was shot by a Simi Valley police officer Thursday at Los Robles Regional Medical Center in Thousand Oaks, according to law enforcement sources.The situation began after police responded to a call about a domestic dispute at a home in the 2000 block of Clover Street at around 1:30 a.m. on Thursday, according to...
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Los Alamitos police Thursday looked for a man who entered a high school campus to look through bicycle racks before stealing an electric bicycle.The alleged theft happened on June 8 at around 10 a.m. when the suspect rode an e-bike and entered the Los Alamitos High School campus. Surveillance cameras captured the suspect looking through the bike...
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It was best to be seated early for Chestnut family dinners.Earlier, at least, than Joey Chestnut.Being last to the table of eight could mean an empty plate and stomach. Not because there wasn't enough food to go around. But because the member of the family who'd become the most dominant competitive eater of all time could consume seven servings on...
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A boil water notice was canceled in Koreatown on Thursday — 24 hours after neighbors had to only use boiled or bottled water over Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria concerns.The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) said tap water was considered safe to drink and use as of 1 p.m. Thursday following “rigorous testing and reporting...
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It was best to be seated early for Chestnut family dinners.Earlier, at least, than Joey Chestnut.Being last to the table of eight could mean an empty plate and stomach. Not because there wasn't enough food to go around. But because the member of the family who'd become the most dominant competitive eater of all time could consume seven servings on...
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U.S. Olympic canoeist David "Davey” Hearn was indicted Thursday on a single count of destruction of property following his arrest last month at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn was indicted in D.C. Superior Court on the felony charge. Hearn previously told NBC News that he was arrested and detained for five hours on June 19 after he...
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The U.S. men’s national team are in the World Cup Round of 16.But advancing to the quarterfinals just got more difficult.The Stars and Stripes will be without starting striker Folarin Balogun for the upcoming clash vs. Belgium. Balogun, who has three goals in three starts this tournament, was red carded for a serious foul play challenge in the...
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One of Los Angeles’ most storied historic venues will provide the setting for a Fourth of July celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum — home to two Olympics, the Super Bowl, concerts and other major events woven into the fabric of U.S. history — will be part of America’s Block Party, a...
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Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus have been found this week in Westminster and Costa Mesa, prompting officials to continue warning the public today to use insect repellant and take other steps this holiday weekend to avoid the pests. “We are seeing a lot of mosquito activity in general this year, considerably more than usual,” said Brian...
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Two rare Titan Arums, commonly known as Corpse Flowers, are expected to bloom at The Huntington in the coming weeks, giving visitors a chance to witness one of the plant world’s shortest-lived and most pungent spectacles, it was announced Thursday. The plants went on public display Thursday at The Huntington’s Rose Hills Foundation Conservatory...
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A Hawthorne man accused of sending false ransom-related messages to Savannah Guthrie’s family asking about bitcoin demanded in a reported ransom letter pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court to a charge of harassment. Derrick Callella, 42, was pleaded guilty to two counts of harassment in connection with a ransom demand, according to the U.S....
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Happy Independence Day: Dazzling drone shows, traditional fireworks extravaganzas, kids on decorated bikes, and the return of the Pacific Palisades celebration are on the shimmering schedule as we head into America’s 250th birthday. Some festivities are ticketed — The Beach Boys are at the Hollywood Bowl and “Jurassic Park” is roaring at...
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U.S. Olympic canoeist David "Davey” Hearn was indicted Thursday on a single count of destruction of property following his arrest last month at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn was indicted in D.C. Superior Court on the felony charge. Hearn previously told NBC News that he was arrested and detained for five hours on June 19 after he...
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A group of Boyle Heights neighbors and community members Thursday demanded the burned Lineage storage facility be shut down permanently and moved out of their neighborhood as cleanup efforts continued. The fire, which broke out inside the 500,000-square-foot cold food storage building owned by Lineage Logistics on June 17, was knocked down after...
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Raja Jackson, the son of mixed martial arts fighter Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, will be jailed for 90 days after pleading guilty to charges filed in an August 2025 brawl.
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Spark Social SF has canceled all of its remaining World Cup watch parties following a shooting Tuesday night.The shooting happened at about 9 p.m. near Mission Bay Boulevard and Fourth Street.Video from the scene showed crime tape surrounding Spark Social SF, which had hosted a World Cup watch party earlier in the evening.The San Francisco...
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Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling days-long operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days earlier.Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was extracted safely after being trapped since June 24 under the rubble in the...
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Seven pro-Palestinian protesters who shut down traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge in 2024 to denounce U.S. aid to Israel in the Israel-Hamas war were all found guilty of false imprisonment by a jury in San Francisco on Thursday.One by one, the court clerk first read out guilty verdicts for each of the counts for each defendant. Supporters of the...
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A woman who went over a balcony on a cruise ship near Southern California’s Santa Catalina Island died by suicide, the Los Angeles County medical examiner said Thursday.The woman, identified as 24-year-old Briana Miller, died April 27 on a Carnival Cruise Line ship off the Los Angeles County coast. She went over the balcony of her stateroom on...
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Fourth of July weekend World Cup watch parties are coming to the Hansen Dam Recreation Area in Los Angeles’ northern San Fernando Valley and Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park in South Los Angeles.The FIFA Fan Zone community events feature live match broadcasts, fan activations, music, food and more. Each Zone will offer a “distinct and locally...
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All categories of crime decreased in California from 2024 to 2025, with 2025 seeing the lowest rates of homicides and shootings on record, according to crime reports released Wednesday by the state Department of Justice.“The big takeaway is this: 2025 saw massive reductions in crime across the board,” said Attorney General Rob Bonta in a...
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Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling days-long operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days earlier.Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was extracted safely after being trapped since June 24 under the rubble in the...
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Hello, Summer! It’s time for our yearly roundup of Fourth of July events taking place around the San Francisco Bay Area. Below is what we’ve compiled so far, listed in alphabetical order by city. If you have others you’d like to see on this list, tweet us at @nbcbayarea your suggestions.= Event will also celebrate America250Alameda: 4th of...
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A San Jose motorcyclist who was involved in a collision last week succumbed to his injuries and died, police said Wednesday.On June 22 just before 2 p.m., a collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle occurred in the 1000 block of North 10th Street.According to investigators, a Toyota Tundra pickup truck being driven by a man was going north on...
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California is finally nearing the end of the ballot counting from its June 2 primary, a tediously slow process that is largely the result of multiple changes over the years intended to boost turnout by making voting easier and more accessible.State data and experts who study voting trends suggest those efforts have made no significant improvement...
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The man accused of committing a series of hate crimes in San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood is scheduled to return to court Thursday for a preliminary hearing.Prosecutors have charged 39-year-old Hans Haken with multiple offenses, including assault and homophobic vandalism, all alleged to be hate crimes. His defense is expected to be heard in...
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America250 celebrations, World Cup matches (including the final), a Knicks championship and parade — it’s been a busy summer for New York City.And it’s about to get a little busier.NBC News has confirmed that the wedding festivities for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will take place at Madison Square Garden going into the Fourth of July...
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Nearly 72 million Americans are expected to travel over the Fourth of July holiday, according to AAA, with most choosing to hit the road despite high gas prices.AAA estimates about 5.85 million people will fly within the United States, about the same as last year. More than 61 million are expected to drive to their destinations, also roughly...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified the recall of certain types of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips as the highest risk level.
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LAX expects to handle more than 2 million passengers during the Independence Day travel period and on Thursday, airport officials continued urging travelers to plan ahead as one of the busiest stretches of the summer gets underway.The holiday travel period runs through July 8, with the busiest days expected to be Wednesday and Thursday, when...
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From the steep descent of the Giant Dipper in Santa Cruz, California, to the twists and turns of Brooklyn’s Coney Island Cyclone, wooden roller coasters have defined American amusement parks for more than a century. And for families across the country, riding them has become the traditional summer experience.The historical element can't be...
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U.S. employers slowed hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.The Labor Department said Thursday that the unemployment rate declined to a low 4.2% from 4.3% in May, though the decline mostly occurred because many people out of work gave...
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From the steep descent of the Giant Dipper in Santa Cruz, California, to the twists and turns of Brooklyn’s Coney Island Cyclone, wooden roller coasters have defined American amusement parks for more than a century. And for families across the country, riding them has become the traditional summer experience.The historical element can't be...
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U.S. employers slowed hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.The Labor Department said Thursday that the unemployment rate declined to a low 4.2% from 4.3% in May, though the decline mostly occurred because many people out of work gave...
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Don't get all cocky, you 13 original colonies. Yes, yes, 250 years, congratulations, enjoy the cake.
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We asked people across Southern California what the milestone means to them — and about their hopes for the nation as it celebrates its independence.
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Steve Hubbard recently filed a third lawsuit alleging the city of San Diego violated his rights by citing him for teaching free public yoga classes.
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Tens of thousands of fans packed San Pedro Square to celebrate at the official Watch Party. The atmosphere was electric, but city leaders were also watching closely after violence broke out following last night's Mexico watch party.San Pedro Square turned into America's biggest living room. Thousands of fans packed shoulder-to-shoulder,...
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In San Francisco, a free World Cup watch party at Thrive City outside of Chase Center drew a capacity crowd Wednesday. Thousands packed thrive city to watch the U.S. take on Bosnia-Herzegovina on the big screen.Most of the crowd was cheering for team USA, but there were a handful of Bosnia-Herzegovina supporters there, too.Many fans said they hoped...
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Thousands of fans in Santa Clara celebrated a historic night in the Bay Area, as the U.S. defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, advancing to the Round of 16 in the World Cup.Thousands of Team USA fans marched together, turning the walk to the stadium into a pregame celebration. And two hours later, they had exactly what they came for.The U.S. Men's...
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A man was arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of his wife in Moreno Valley, authorities said Wednesday.Deputies responded to a report about an unresponsive woman in the 21000 block of Box Springs Road a little after 8 p.m. Tuesday, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office.There, deputies say they found 27-year-old Moreno...
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