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How Slow Vote Counting Invites Suspicion, Even if It’s Not Sketchy

California’s crawling pace after election night can make normal statistical shifts seem like fraud.

‘Matlock’ Writer Sues CBS, Claiming Hostile Environment for Black Employees

Some of the show’s leadership made harassing statements about the writer’s race and sexuality, the lawsuit says. CBS said it had been unable to find support for the allegations.

Eight Victims Named in Deadly B-52 Crash in California

All eight crew members died when the bomber crashed during a routine test mission at a military base in California on Monday.

Retail Investors Help Send SpaceX Shares Soaring

The company’s blockbuster trading debut is the latest example of how individual investors have become a force in financial markets.

Los Angeles Warehouse Fire Prompts Thousands to Shelter in Place

Heavy black smoke was visible across much of Los Angeles as flames tore through a nearly 500,000-square-foot building just east of downtown.

At Las Culturistas With Will Ferrell, Pikachu and a Big Thing of Cottage Cheese

The comedians Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers honored the nooks and crannies of pop culture at the annual awards show.

Daveigh Chase, ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Voice Actor and ‘The Ring’ Villain, Dies at 35

She brought the plucky Lilo to life in the popular animated film series, and unnerved viewers as the child villain Samara in the horror film “The Ring.”

What Are the Rams’ Paths Forward if Alaric Jackson Is Suspended?

Alaric Jackson’s arrest last week on suspicion of felony domestic violence carries major ramifications for the Rams, given how critical Jackson and the position he plays are.

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