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September 8, 2026, 6:31 a.m. Pacific time

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Dolly Parton’s Former California Retreat Returns to the Market

The miniature compound, near Santa Barbara, is listed for $1.995 million. And Travis Kelce bought a lakeside mansion in his home state.

A Shipyard? A Bunch of New Houses? In California, Not This Year.

A legislative setback for a manufacturing and housing proposal shows how hard it remains to build in the largest state — and why a backlash against billionaires could make it even harder.

This San Francisco Artist’s Walls Have Boundary Issues

Joset Medina’s entire apartment is his canvas in the evolving project that he calls the “Unrestrained Garden.”

U.S. Reading Scores Plummet on Global Exam

Students in Singapore and parts of China had the highest scores on the test known as PISA. Scores for American students were near a 25-year low.

Wineries Are Offering Bingo, Picnics, Jewelry … and Sometimes Wine

With slumping sales and fewer tourists, California winemakers have turned to special events and classes to woo customers — even those who don’t drink.

Ossoff and Talarico to Share Fund-Raising Event in Hollywood

The event with the Georgia and Texas Democrats will be hosted by Shonda Rhimes.

‘I Don’t Want to Die This Way’: Stranded for 15 Hours at Sea

Two longtime friends rented jet skis for an hourlong excursion. They ended up fighting for their lives.

Tony Vitello Q&A: Giants’ Manager on What He’s Learned During a Disappointing First Season

The Giants have had a losing record in each month during Tony Vitello’s first season as manager.

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