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The full schedule has been revealed, with dates and matchups set for the six World Cup matches hosted at Levi’s Stadium.
No Messi: World Cup schedule shows Argentina won’t play its matches in California
The full schedule has been revealed, with dates and matchups set for the six World Cup matches hosted at Levi’s Stadium.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The full schedule has been revealed, with dates and matchups set for the six World Cup matches hosted at Levi’s Stadium.
The rise of online shopping has completely reshaped consumer behavior, offering more convenience and access to nearly any product without the need to step inside a store.
124-year-old retail chain announces a major store closure
The rise of online shopping has completely reshaped consumer behavior, offering more convenience and access to nearly any product without the need to step inside a store.
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December 6, 2025 at 5:50 PM
The rise of online shopping has completely reshaped consumer behavior, offering more convenience and access to nearly any product without the need to step inside a store.
Joseph Mendoza’s death at Salinas Valley State Prison was posted on social media. Lawyers say CDCR staff leaked it.
CA prison staff didn’t stop murder, posted grisly footage online, lawsuit claims
Joseph Mendoza’s death at Salinas Valley State Prison was posted on social media. Lawyers say CDCR staff leaked it.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Joseph Mendoza’s death at Salinas Valley State Prison was posted on social media. Lawyers say CDCR staff leaked it.
With a parade, bike ride, shopping opportunities, and tasty bites, there’s plenty for everyone to celebrate the winter holidays.
Merriment in Merced: Your Guide to December’s Holiday Happenings
With a parade, bike ride, shopping opportunities, and tasty bites, there’s plenty for everyone to celebrate the winter holidays.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:50 PM
With a parade, bike ride, shopping opportunities, and tasty bites, there’s plenty for everyone to celebrate the winter holidays.
First discovered: 2:48 a.m. Dec. 6
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 6
First discovered: 2:48 a.m. Dec. 6
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December 6, 2025 at 12:50 PM
First discovered: 2:48 a.m. Dec. 6
Troubled Buddy's Home Furnishings franchisee files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
December 6, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Troubled Buddy's Home Furnishings franchisee files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
First discovered: 5:20 p.m. Dec. 5
Breaking: Allen Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 5
First discovered: 5:20 p.m. Dec. 5
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December 6, 2025 at 10:50 AM
First discovered: 5:20 p.m. Dec. 5
For some people, grocery shopping is a chore done out of necessity.
Publix closing locations in major market
For some people, grocery shopping is a chore done out of necessity.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:50 AM
For some people, grocery shopping is a chore done out of necessity.
Personal finance expert, author, and radio show host Dave Ramsey may have hundreds of millions of dollars, but he views his wealth as a gift from God that must be managed responsibly.
Dave Ramsey's real estate advice: 5 tips every first-time homebuyer should follow
Personal finance expert, author, and radio show host Dave Ramsey may have hundreds of millions of dollars, but he views his wealth as a gift from God that must be managed responsibly.
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December 6, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Personal finance expert, author, and radio show host Dave Ramsey may have hundreds of millions of dollars, but he views his wealth as a gift from God that must be managed responsibly.
Updated: 4:21 p.m. Dec. 5
Update: Wildwood Fire burns 0.3 acres in Nevada County
Updated: 4:21 p.m. Dec. 5
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December 6, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Updated: 4:21 p.m. Dec. 5
First discovered: 5:17 p.m. Dec. 5
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 5
First discovered: 5:17 p.m. Dec. 5
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December 6, 2025 at 7:50 AM
First discovered: 5:17 p.m. Dec. 5
On Friday at 6:45 p.m. the NWS Hanford CA issued an updated dense fog advisory in effect until Saturday at noon for West Side Mountains north of 198.
UPDATE: Dense fog advisory issued for West Side Mountains north of 198 until Saturday midday
On Friday at 6:45 p.m. the NWS Hanford CA issued an updated dense fog advisory in effect until Saturday at noon for West Side Mountains north of 198.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:50 AM
On Friday at 6:45 p.m. the NWS Hanford CA issued an updated dense fog advisory in effect until Saturday at noon for West Side Mountains north of 198.
Redfin unveils major starter-home news for homebuyers
December 6, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Redfin unveils major starter-home news for homebuyers
First discovered: 10:30 a.m. Dec. 5
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 5
First discovered: 10:30 a.m. Dec. 5
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December 6, 2025 at 4:50 AM
First discovered: 10:30 a.m. Dec. 5
First discovered: 4:51 p.m. Dec. 5
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 5
First discovered: 4:51 p.m. Dec. 5
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December 6, 2025 at 3:50 AM
First discovered: 4:51 p.m. Dec. 5
First discovered: 12:33 p.m. Dec. 5
Breaking: Alpine Fire reported in Alpine County on Dec. 5
First discovered: 12:33 p.m. Dec. 5
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December 6, 2025 at 3:20 AM
First discovered: 12:33 p.m. Dec. 5
Marine Corps officials said the incident occurred Wednesday during training.
Marine from Northern California dies in vehicle mishap at Camp Pendleton
Marine Corps officials said the incident occurred Wednesday during training.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Marine Corps officials said the incident occurred Wednesday during training.
Federal plan to boost Delta exports could shift burden to California and worsen conditions for already struggling salmon populations.
New federal plan for Delta water pumping conflicts with California requirements
Federal plan to boost Delta exports could shift burden to California and worsen conditions for already struggling salmon populations.
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December 6, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Federal plan to boost Delta exports could shift burden to California and worsen conditions for already struggling salmon populations.
“Sure, winning is fun, but having fun is the most important thing,” said Marcelio Ramos, a Brazil native who lives in Berkeley.
It’s ‘party time’: 2026 World Cup draw has California-based soccer fans pumped
“Sure, winning is fun, but having fun is the most important thing,” said Marcelio Ramos, a Brazil native who lives in Berkeley.
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December 6, 2025 at 12:50 AM
“Sure, winning is fun, but having fun is the most important thing,” said Marcelio Ramos, a Brazil native who lives in Berkeley.
The false alert Thursday mistakenly claimed a magnitude 5.9 earthquake had struck near Carson City, Nevada. Here’s what happened.
Bad data, ‘ghost triggers’ set off false earthquake alert, seismic expert says
The false alert Thursday mistakenly claimed a magnitude 5.9 earthquake had struck near Carson City, Nevada. Here’s what happened.
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December 6, 2025 at 12:20 AM
The false alert Thursday mistakenly claimed a magnitude 5.9 earthquake had struck near Carson City, Nevada. Here’s what happened.
After consistently declining for 30 years, roadway fatalities in the U.S.
Waymo probe into safety around school buses could hamper autonomous driving
After consistently declining for 30 years, roadway fatalities in the U.S.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:20 PM
After consistently declining for 30 years, roadway fatalities in the U.S.
First discovered: 7:06 a.m. Dec. 5
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 5
First discovered: 7:06 a.m. Dec. 5
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December 5, 2025 at 10:50 PM
First discovered: 7:06 a.m. Dec. 5
“Evidence!” Judge Charles Breyer demanded, as lawyers for Trump and Newsom argued over the federal takeover of California’s National Guard
‘Evidence!’ Judge demands as lawyers spar over Trump’s National Guard takeover
“Evidence!” Judge Charles Breyer demanded, as lawyers for Trump and Newsom argued over the federal takeover of California’s National Guard
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December 5, 2025 at 10:20 PM
“Evidence!” Judge Charles Breyer demanded, as lawyers for Trump and Newsom argued over the federal takeover of California’s National Guard
The advisory had been issued for Bakersfield and South End San Joaquin Valley.
UPDATE: The dense fog advisory is forecast to expire at 1 p.m.
The advisory had been issued for Bakersfield and South End San Joaquin Valley.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The advisory had been issued for Bakersfield and South End San Joaquin Valley.
Tulare County health officials urge TB screening for exposed or high-risk people; early detection of latent infection can prevent illness.
Tuberculosis cases increase in this Central Valley county. Here’s what you can do
Tulare County health officials urge TB screening for exposed or high-risk people; early detection of latent infection can prevent illness.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Tulare County health officials urge TB screening for exposed or high-risk people; early detection of latent infection can prevent illness.