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Throughout this election cycle, California Gov. Gavin Newsom traveled the country campaigning for the Democratic presidential ticket, making stops in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Michigan, New Hampshire, Georgia, South Carolina, Oregon, Idaho, Washington and Nevada. He ran his own campaign to raise money for Democrats in red states, became the party’s fighter on conservative television shows and acted as a proxy for President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. After crisscrossing America, the Democratic governor is spending the final days of the 2024 election in a place where he hasn’t campaigned very much this year: his home state. “You can do anything. You can’t do everything,” Newsom said about his effort to balance his responsibilities to campaign nationally and in California during an interview. “I mean, if there was an eighth day I’d use it.” Newsom’s appearances this weekend in Orange County highlighted an irony of his strategy: As the governor wooed donors in Boise, Idaho, and defended Biden in Atlanta, Democrats in California have waged a fierce fight in key congressional races largely without the state’s most powerful politician by their side. California has several

Since Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA started chopping up samples and making hip-hop beats on a drum machine nearly 40 years ago, he’s been pulling inspiration from a variety of musical genres and mediums, ranging from 1970s soul and orchestral tracks to kung-fu films. But it wasn’t until the legendary producer and artist challenged himself to make his first classical album, “A Ballet Through Mud” (released in August), that he recognized that he’s always been a composer — his journey has just been different. “I have been composing my whole life, although I didn’t know initially that was what I was doing,” says RZA, who provided the soundtrack for movies such as “Kill Bill” and “Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai.” After finding an old notebook filled with hundreds of pages of lyrics from his childhood during the pandemic, RZA dreamed up a magical, 11-track composition that follows six characters — each named after Greek musical scales — as they navigate the complexities of life, friendship and personal growth. With the help of the Colorado Symphony, which performed on the album, and a ballet performance

The evening was cloudy, but the stars came out anyway, parading in front of Chris Burden’s “Urban Light” sculpture before heading into the controlled chaos of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s 13th Art + Film Gala. The event, co-chaired by Leonardo Di Caprio and LACMA trustee Eva Chow, was held in honor of artist Simone Leigh and filmmaker Baz Luhrmann. It was also the museum’s most successful Art + Film Gala ever, said LACMA Chief Executive Michael Govan, who noted that it had raised $6.4 million. “I think I know everyone in this room, because we are a family from around the world,” Govan said during his opening remarks as guests, including Kim Kardashian, Blake Lively, Laura Dern, Viola Davis, Andrew Garfield and Sarah Paulson, sat down to a dinner of makgeolli jeung-pyeon, japchae and grand cru galbi-jjim created by chef David Shim from Cote, the country’s only Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse. LACMA’s Michael Govan with honoree Simone Leigh. (Stefanie Keenan / Getty Images for LACMA) Earlier in the evening, while cocktails and small bites were being passed around, Govan said it was rare

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Severe storms and tornadoes battered Oklahoma early Sunday, tossing cars and ripping roofs off buildings in the middle of the night and leaving tens of thousands of homes and businesses without power. Among numerous injuries, 11 people required hospitalization, authorities said. Much of the damage was reported in and around the state capital of Oklahoma City, near the state’s center, but also scattered elsewhere around the state. The early morning storms set off tornado warnings that extended south to the Arkansas state line. Heavy rains caused flash flooding in some areas and one lightning-sparked house fire was reported. More than 99,000 Oklahoma homes and businesses lost power during the overnight storms. By late Sunday afternoon, that number was reduced to around 24,000. No fatalities had been reported. Richard Thompson, forecast chief for the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Oklahoma, said he believes six or more tornadoes hit the state overnight. Meanwhile, forecasters warned state residents to brace for more heavy rain and possible severe weather through Monday. “We’re not done with it yet,” he said. A tornado watch for

Forecasters predicted dry conditions this week, that prompted a red flag warning issued by the National Weather Service due to Santa Ana winds bringing critical fire weather. Winds were expected to start picking up Sunday night in the Riverside metropolitan area and the Temecula Valley with speeds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts between 35 to 45 mph, some even as high as 55 mph through Monday. The red flag warning was effective form 7 p.m. Sunday to 6 p.m. Monday in the Riverside county valley areas, according to the NWS. The NWS said outdoor burning was not recommended during the red flag warning. “Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly,” the NWS announced. Sunday temperatures reached a high of 70 in the Riverside metropolitan area, 67 in the Temecula Valley, and 79 in the Coachella Valley and in the Palm Springs area. Temperatures throughout the week were expected to range from the low 70s to mid 70s in the Riverside metropolitan area dropping to the mid 40s by night. The Temecula Valley was expected to be slightly cooler with temperatures in the

In honor of the late Fernando Valenzuela, the city of Los Angeles unveiled a six-story mural in Boyle Heights paying tribute to the legendary Dodger’s enduring legacy as a champion. City Councilman Kevin de León, who represents the 14th Council District, encompassing downtown and northeast L.A. neighborhoods, hosted a news conference to highlight the mural. L.A. artist Robert Vargas joined the councilman and discussed his artwork, which captures the “spirit and pride Valenzuela brought to the Dodgers and to the city,” according to de León’s office. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, former Dodger Spanish-language announcer Jaime Jarrín and actor Edward James Olmos also attended. “I’m here to say that [Valenzuela] deserves all of our love and all of our passion,” said Olmos. “He was the single most important factor for the Latinos to say ‘I wanna go see Fernando.”’ “This mural is all about representation,” said artist Vargas. “As an artist, we have an opportunity and responsibility to bridge these cultures… Bringing people together is what it’s all about. I hope I did right by Fernando Valenzuela’s family.” The mural can be viewed at First

The final round of polling ahead of Tuesday’s presidential election continued to show an incredibly close race across seven battleground states — but also included a shocker out of the solidly red Midwest state of Iowa. The political world was abuzz this weekend after the latest Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll, from respected pollster J. Ann Selzer, showed Vice President Kamala Harris winning the support of 47% of likely voters in the state, compared to 44% for former President Trump. The same poll had Trump with a 4-point lead over Harris in September, and an 18-point lead over President Biden in June. A final set of polls out Sunday from The New York Times and Siena College, meanwhile, showed Harris and Trump within striking distance of each other — even within the polls’ margin of sampling error as to who is ahead — in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The Iowa Poll added to widespread hand-wringing over the degree to which polling this cycle is accurately reflecting public sentiment, or missing important trends. Several experts said they still expect Trump to

Officers outside LAPD headquarters downtown. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times) Nov. 3, 2024 2:05 PM PT Two Los Angeles police officers were injured early Sunday when their patrol car flipped over after being struck by another vehicle, whose driver was arrested, officials said. The crash occurred about 2 a.m. at the intersection of Figueroa Street and Rosecrans Avenue in South L.A., the department said. The driver of the car that hit the officers’ vehicle was a juvenile, who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, police said. The two officers were taken to a hospital after the crash and have since been released, officials said. More to Read Sign up for Essential California The most important California stories and recommendations in your inbox every morning. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Melody Petersen is an investigative reporter covering healthcare and business for the Los Angeles Times. Send her tips securely on Signal at (213) 327-8634. More From the Los Angeles Times Most Read in California

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Women of America, how do you feel about a man who says he’ll be your protector “like it or not”? Another question: Do you even believe you need a protector? The fact that Donald Trump thinks you do, and believes that he’s the one to safeguard us damsels like it or not, is why he might well fail to win back the White House (please!). Most women are voting against Trump, pollsters tell us, and they include at least two daughters of former Republican presidents, Barbara Pierce Bush and Susan Ford Bales. The political world was stunned late Saturday when the widely respected Iowa Poll of the Des Moines Register/Mediacom showed that Kamala Harris had leapfrogged Trump to take a 3-point lead in that typically red state, a turnabout driven largely by older or politically independent women, according to pollster J. Ann Selzer. Women constitute 53% of the national electorate, and so far they’ve dominated early voting returns. According to Rutgers University’s Center for American Women and Politics, “Women have registered and voted at higher rates than men in every presidential election since 1980,” and

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Severe storms and tornadoes battered Oklahoma early Sunday, tossing cars and ripping roofs off buildings in the middle of the night and leaving tens of thousands of homes and businesses without power. Among numerous injuries, 11 people required hospitalization, authorities said. Much of the damage was reported in and around the state capital of Oklahoma City, near the state’s center, but also scattered elsewhere around the state. The early morning storms set off tornado warnings that extended south to the Arkansas state line. Heavy rains caused flash flooding in some areas and one lightning-sparked house fire was reported. More than 99,000 Oklahoma homes and businesses lost power during the overnight storms. By late Sunday afternoon, that number was reduced to around 24,000. No fatalities had been reported. Richard Thompson, forecast chief for the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Oklahoma, said he believes six or more tornadoes hit the state overnight. Meanwhile, forecasters warned state residents to brace for more heavy rain and possible severe weather through Monday. “We’re not done with it yet,” he said. A tornado watch for

Colon cancer cases rising in younger adults New report finds colorectal cancer rising among U.S. adults under 55 04:17 James Van Der Beek revealed he has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer . The “Dawson’s Creek” alum shared the news on Sunday, telling People that despite the diagnosis, there is “reason for optimism, and I’m feeling good.” “I have colorectal cancer. I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family,” Van Der Beek said in a statement. The actor’s rep Whitney Tancred confirmed the diagnosis to CBS News. The 47-year-old actor did not provide any other details about his diagnosis. James Van Der Beek arrives at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. Symptoms include blood in the stool, changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, bloated stomach, unexplained weight loss, vomiting and fatigue. Despite the diagnosis, Van Der Beek continues to work and will appear next

By Patrick Maguire Updated on: November 3, 2024 / 3:19 PM EST / CBS News Rubio on Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies Sen. Marco Rubio says Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies is “very serious” 08:43 Sen. Marco Rubio , who is on the Senate Intelligence Committee, said Sunday that as “time goes on, we’re going to learn more” about Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies, calling it a “very serious situation that we face.” In October federal authorities launched an investigation into a cyberattack linked to China-backed hackers that targeted major U.S. telecommunications companies and systems used for key government intelligence collection capabilities, a U.S. official familiar with the matter confirmed to CBS News at the time. The hacking group known as “Salt Typhoon” hit numerous companies including Verizon, AT&T and Lumen Technologies.  According to the official, the Chinese hackers breached systems used by U.S. intelligence to conduct wiretaps, and both government agencies and the affected private companies are trying to ascertain what information, if any, the malign actors were able to collect. It’s not yet clear whether China accessed the audio of

On this “Face the Nation” broadcast, moderated by Margaret Brennan:  Sen. Marco Rubio, Republican of Florida  Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, Democrat of Nevada CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto David Becker, Samantha Vinograd and Chris Krebs Click  here to browse full transcripts of “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.”    MARGARET BRENNAN: I’m Margaret Brennan in Washington. And this week on Face the Nation: It’s down to the final hours of campaign 2024, and election night is shaping up to be an epic cliffhanger. Barnstorming the battlegrounds on Saturday, both presidential candidates stumped for every last vote, with their arguments ranging from the serious… (Begin VT) KAMALA HARRIS (Vice President of the United States (D) and U.S. Presidential Candidate): This is not someone who is thinking about how to make your life better. (CHEERING) VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS: And this is someone who is increasingly unstable, obsessed with revenge, consumed with grievance. (CHEERING) VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS: And the man is out for unchecked power. DONALD TRUMP (Former President of the United States (R) and Current U.S. Presidential Candidate): We got to

Harris, Trump hold dueling North Carolina rallies Trump, Harris make play for North Carolina, polls show tight race in the Tar Heel State 04:01 Lititz, Pennsylvania — Former President Donald Trump said during a rally on Sunday that he wouldn’t mind if someone tried to shoot through the media riser to assassinate him while he was complaining that the bulletproof glass positioned around him was “ridiculous.” “I have a piece of glass over here, and I don’t have a piece of glass there. And I have this piece of glass here, but all we have really over here is the fake news,” Trump said, pointing to the glass positioned between him and the head-on riser where the press was located. “And to get me somebody would have to shoot through the fake news. And I don’t mind that so much. I don’t mind that.” He repeatedly mocked the media and reporters throughout the rally, calling the media “bloodsuckers.”  Trump’s comments came as he was talking about the bulletproof glass surrounding him at his outdoor rallies, a measure that was implemented after the assassination attempt in

The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County dropped Sunday to its lowest amount since Jan. 23, 2023, one day after a run of 10 decreases in 11 days totaling 5.5 cents ended with an increase of one-tenth of a cent. The average price dropped three-tenths of a cent Sunday to $4.522, 2.5 cents less than one week ago, 2.1 cents lower than one month ago and 76.2 cents below what it was one year ago, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service. The average price has dropped $1.972 since rising to a record $6.494 on Oct. 5, 2022. A five-day streak of decreases totaling 5.8 cents that dropped the Orange County average price to its lowest amount since Jan. 10, 2023, ended with an increase of one-tenth of a cent to $4.417. It is 5 cents less than one week ago, 6.1 cents lower than one month ago and 69.2 cents below what it was one year ago. The Orange County average price has dropped $2.042 since rising to a record $6.459 on Oct.

Officers recovered a handgun during a traffic stop in Long Beach, authorities said Sunday. The traffic stop occurred about 7 p.m. Saturday in the 1000 block of East 16th Street, the Long Beach Police Department reported. The officers recovered the handgun during their investigation. “The suspect, who was determined to be a prohibited possessor, was arrested,” according to a police statement. “The investigation is ongoing.”

Simultaneous games of rugby and ultimate Frisbee under clear skies Sunday with sun and wind on the beach in Santa Monica. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times) Nov. 3, 2024 10:59 AM PT The clocks rolled back and the winds rolled in early Sunday, bringing gusty conditions to large swaths of Southern California on the first day of Daylight Standard Time. Strong winds from the north were blowing across the San Fernando and Santa Clarita valleys as well as the Santa Monica Mountains, raising the risk of wildfires, according to the National Weather Service. Some gusts in Porter Ranch and the eastern Santa Monica Mountains hit 60 miles per hour, with Santa Monica and Los Angeles International Airport recording winds in the 20 to 30 mph range. “If you’re going to be driving up into the I-5 corridor, you’re going to be encountering some really strong winds,” said Mike Wofford, a meteorologist with the weather service in Oxnard. The winds are expected to shift to northeast winds tonight and will extend into Monday. There are currently red flag warnings in Los Angeles, Ventura

The popular motorsports park where a 9-year-old girl tragically lost her life in a “freak accident” in June has now closed permanently amid a lawsuit over her death.  Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park announced the closure in a social media post on Saturday evening, saying that due to the property owners being brought into the lawsuit, they decided to close the park for good.  “Due to a lawsuit from a tragic accident that occurred in June, the property owner has terminated our agreement as they are being brought into it as well,” the post read in part. “It would be in their best interest to have the park closed.”  Video: Kamala Harris depicted as shackled to a golf cart during Halloween parade The post went on to say that the property owners and the City of Lake Elsinore have been “very good to deal with” throughout the park’s existence.  “While there have been many challenges along the way, we have enjoyed operating the track very much,” park officials said. “We were very lucky to have such a terrific group of customers as well as such fine

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Severe storms and tornadoes battered Oklahoma early Sunday, tossing cars and ripping roofs off buildings in the middle of the night and leaving tens of thousands of homes and businesses without power. Among numerous injuries, 11 people required hospitalization, authorities said. Much of the damage occurred in and around the state capital, Oklahoma City, near the state’s center, although there were reports of damage at various points around the state and early morning storms set off tornado warnings that extended south to the Arkansas state line. Heavy rains caused flash flooding in some areas and one lightning-sparked house fire was reported. More than 99,000 Oklahoma homes and businesses lost power during the overnight storms. By midday that number was reduced to fewer than 34,000. No fatalities had been reported as of midday. Richard Thompson, forecast chief for the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Oklahoma, said he believes six or more tornadoes hit the state overnight. Meanwhile, forecasters warned state residents to brace for more heavy rain and possible severe weather through Monday. “We’re not done with it yet,” he

A visibly angry Joel Embiid shouted at and eventually shoved a Philadelphia newspaper columnist in a locker room altercation after the struggling 76ers lost to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night. The NBA quickly said it had opened an investigation into the matter. Embiid took issue with Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes, who mentioned the All-Star center’s late brother and his son — both named Arthur — in columns questioning Embiid’s professionalism and effort not being in shape after playing in the Paris Olympics. Embiid has yet to play for the 76ers this season. As reporters entered the locker room to talk to players, Embiid stood and confronted Hayes. Thousands flock to Orange County for world’s longest running triathlon “The next time you bring up my dead brother and my son again, you are going to see what I’m going to do to you and I’m going to have to … live with the consequences,” Embiid said to Hayes. Embiid continued, with several instances of profanity in the next few sentences. Hayes offered an apology, which Embiid did not want. “That’s not the f— first time.” Embiid said. Embiid