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Kia recalling 80,000 electric and hybrid vehicles over improper air bag deployment

IRVINE, California — Kia is recalling more than 80,000 electric and hybrid vehicles in the United States because of improper airbag and seat belt deployment, the U.S. National Highway Traffic…

John McCarthy January 26, 2025

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After Eaton Fire devastation, over 400 pets reunited with owners, but more than 100 still awaiting reunion

PASADENA — Pasadena Humane has been sheltering hundreds of animals displaced by the Eaton Fire, with many successfully returning to their families. But over 100 pets have yet to be…

John McCarthy January 25, 2025

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American accused of assaulting a Pennsylvania student is being extradited to the US

PARIS (AP) — French Appeal Court prosecutors said an American man accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said, “So I…

John McCarthy January 16, 2025

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He gave his cats raw milk because he thought it was healthier. He says it tragically backfired

A California man whose two cats died after drinking raw milk recalled for bird flu risk says he meant to keep his beloved pets healthy, but his efforts tragically backfired. “It’s horrible…

John McCarthy January 12, 2025

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Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The death toll from the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 16 as crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong…

John McCarthy January 12, 2025

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What ignited the deadly California wildfires? Investigators consider an array of possibilities

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Investigators are considering an array of possible ignition sources for the huge fires that have killed at least 10 people and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses in the Los Angeles area.…

John McCarthy January 10, 2025

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Winning ticket for $1.22 billion lottery jackpot sold in California, Mega Millions says

LOS ANGELES (AP) — At least one Mega Millions player has plenty of dough to ring in the New Year after drawing the winning number. After three months without anyone…

John McCarthy December 28, 2024

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3 fall into ocean after California wharf partially collapses due to heavy surf from major storm

SANTA CRUZ, California (AP) — Two people were rescued and a third swam to safety after a California pier under construction partially collapsed and fell into the ocean Monday as…

John McCarthy December 24, 2024

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California DMV apologizes for license plate that some say mocks Oct. 7 attack on Israel

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The California Department of Motor Vehicles has apologized for an “unacceptable and disturbing” personalized truck license plate that the agency said displayed hate speech related to…

John McCarthy December 16, 2024

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American couple killed in Mexico, found shot in pickup truck

Victims Gloria Ambriz and Rafael Cardona were relatives of a local official. MEXICO CITY — Two Americans are dead after being found shot in a pickup truck in Mexico, officials…

John McCarthy December 14, 2024