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November 6, 2024, 9:30 a.m. Eastern time

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Schiff Wins Senate Race to Fill the Feinstein Seat in California

Representative Adam Schiff, a Democrat, defeated Steve Garvey, a Republican and former professional baseball star.

California Might Have to Wait Weeks for House Battleground Results

Some battleground contests may not be called for weeks because of the state's voter-friendly laws and reliance on mail-in ballots.

Los Angeles Faces a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' for Wildfire Weather

Forecasters in California are using some of their strongest language to warn that windy conditions may help fires spread this week.

What to Know About the 10 Ballot Measures in California

The state has 10 proposals on Tuesday's ballot, ranging from an increase in the minimum wage to tougher penalties for theft and drug crimes.

Growing Food Instead of Lawns in California Front Yards

Front yards transformed to tiny crop farms in Los Angeles provide vegetables to dozens of families and use a fraction of the water needed by grass.

Contractor Who Defrauded Navy of Millions and Fled Gets 15 Years in Prison

Leonard Glenn Francis, known as Fat Leonard, bribed Navy officials with cash and luxury goods in exchange for over $30 million in contracts for his business, officials said.

A Hollywood Drought and a Game Show Dream

It's tough to get work in film and television these days. So one unemployed writer decided to study up on "The Price Is Right."

Here's When Polls Open Across the United States

While millions of Americans have already voted early, millions more will head to polling places on Tuesday to cast their ballots in person.

San Franciscans Are 'Fighting for Their Lives' Over One Great Highway

Residents are feuding over whether to turn a two-mile stretch of road along the Pacific Ocean into a bikeway and walking path.

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