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In first, California city overwhelmingly votes to permanently ban datacenters

While many US city councils have passed moratoriums, Monterey Park is first where residents have voted on a ban

The Guardian - US

Google wants to release 64 million bacteria-riddled mosquitoes across California and Florida. Here's why scientists are enthusiastic.

Google has applied for an experimental mosquito release permit to deploy millions of non-biting southern house mosquitoes that it has infected with the bacterium Wolbachia pipientis, in an effort to reduce mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus.

LiveScience

FBI agents fatally shoot man holding hostages in California building, police say

Nearby buildings, including City Hall and the police headquarters, were evacuated and some roads were temporarily closed during the hostage situation.

Euronews

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FBI personnel have fatally shot a man holding hostages in Bakersfield, California, police say

A man holding hostages inside a building in California that houses a bank branch and school district office has been shot and killed by the FBI

The Independent UK

“I laid that song down in four takes, but I was hammered when I recorded it”: How a deteriorating DevilDriver made immortal New Wave Of American Heavy Metal hit Clouds Over California

Even as Dez Fafara’s melodeath riff-slingers were falling apart, they masterminded one of their era’s most enduring singles

Metal Hammer

California’s Lithium Valley Dreams Meet Reality at the Only Restaurant in Town

How Vicky Hernandez and her customers at the Buckshot Deli & Diner in Niland view plans to turn Imperial Valley into a green energy hub.

Capital & Main

LA Mayoral Run-Off: Karen Bass Moves to Run-Off, Will It Be Nithya Raman or Spencer Pratt?

Karen Bass advances to the Los Angeles mayoral run-off, facing Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman amidst criticism over wildfire response and city issues.

International Business Times UK

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California, Iowa Primaries Shape Key 2026 Contests As Voters Weigh Cost-Of-Living, National Issues

The latest round of state primaries unfolded against a backdrop of international conflicts, economic uncertainty and ongoing debates over trade, immigration and government spending.

International Business Times

Eric Swalwell Sexual Assault Scandal Reshapes Crucial California Governor Race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California governor race due to a scandal has reshaped the political landscape, benefiting candidates Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra.

International Business Times UK

First Thing: Race for California governor deadlocked as primary results across the US pour in

Mixed picture emerges from races across the US, as Trump’s pick fails in Iowa. Plus: Jill Biden speaks about her husband’s decision to drop out of the 2024 election

The Guardian - UK

California woman threw ‘dangerous,’ alcohol-fueled parties – and all her guests were underage

O’Connor redefines ‘Party Mom’ in the worst possible way.

We Got This Covered

Texas is the new capital of the Fortune 500—taking California’s crown

The Lone Star State is now home to 57 Fortune 500 companies.

Fortune

Mitch McConnell statement suggests he considers Bill Pulte unfit for national intelligence director role –as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Who won the California Governor race? Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer battling for top spots

As preliminary results emerged Tuesday night, Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer pulled ahead of a crowded field competing to succeed Gavin Newsom, who is barred from seeking another term, according to a report by The Guardian.

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The Times of India

Used for smuggling cocaine? Tunnel discovered under US-Mexico border - watch

US officials announced the discovery of an elaborate tunnel running hundreds of feet beneath the US-Mexico border, alleged to have been used smuggle cocaine worth over $45 million, terminating inside a California retail establishment.

The Guardian - US

California governor’s race deadlocked with nearly 60% of the votes counted

Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra lead the field with slow process of vote counting still underway

Ballotpedia

South Dakota to hold its first primary runoff since adopting the system in 1985

Welcome to the Thursday, June 4, 2026, Brew.

The Independent UK

Trump takes a hit in nationwide primaries as voters shake up the map

Contests, spanning California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota, provided crucial takeaways for both major parties

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The Guardian - US

California primary election results: Hilton narrowly leads as governor’s race remains too close to call

Early results show Steve Hilton, Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer emerging in front, with many ballots to be counted

International Business Times UK

Cassie and Diddy Case Update: Singer Confirms She Now Lives Outside the USA and Refuses to Return in Explosive Court Declaration

Cassie Ventura confirms her overseas residency in a court declaration, affecting jurisdiction in a California lawsuit involving allegations linked to Diddy.

The Independent UK

Hostage situation underway at California Chase bank as police negotiate with suspect

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The Guardian - US

California: suspect in Bakersfield bank hostage standoff shot dead by police

Police said suspect, who had a bomb strapped to his body, was shot dead by FBI early Wednesday morning

The Independent UK

Bakersfield bomb threat latest: Suspect shot dead by FBI is ID’d as horrific details emerge of hostage ordeal

The suspect has been identified as Anthony Scott Searles-Harris

The Independent UK

Man barricades himself inside Southern California bank with hostages, police say

Officers responded to a report of a bomb threat in the afternoon at a Chase Bank in downtown Bakersfield

The Times of India

Who is LowTierGod? Dale Wilson turns heads with rare court victory amid alleged doxxing dispute

LowTierGod, whose real name is Dale Wilson, is trending after reportedly winning a California family court case without a lawyer. Wilson received a three-year restraining order against the mother of his child over alleged harassment and sharing of personal information. The court outcome sparked major discussion across social media, with…

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