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Three Big Takeaways From California’s Heated Governor’s Debate

Eight California gubernatorial candidates took the stage at Pomona College for what CBS called the race’s “most diverse” debate, sparring over housing, health care, gas prices and their visions for the state just days before ballots arrive. The night featured tense exchanges over climate policy, repeated clashes between Democratic and Republican contenders, and moments of disorder that left even candidates joking about the chaos. With the June primary fast approaching and polling still tight, the debate offered a revealing look at where the candidates stand and how sharply divided the race has become.

Musk and OpenAI Face Off in Court as High-Stakes AI Trial Enters Day 3

The legal battle between Elon Musk and OpenAI is intensifying as testimony continues in a closely watched courtroom showdown that could reshape the future of artificial intelligence. Musk claims the company abandoned its nonprofit mission after shifting to a for-profit structure, while OpenAI argues the lawsuit is driven by personal rivalry and control. With billions in potential damages and questions over nonprofit governance at stake, the trial could have sweeping consequences for the AI industry.

Six Men Plead Guilty in Violent Attack on CHP Officers During L.A. Protests

Six Los Angeles men have pleaded guilty to federal charges tied to a violent attack on California Highway Patrol officers during protests in downtown L.A. last June. Prosecutors say the group hurled rocks, fireworks, and burning debris from a freeway overpass onto officers trapped below near the 101 Freeway, creating a chaotic scene that drew national attention. The guilty pleas mark a major development in a case tied to one of the most volatile moments of last summer’s unrest, with sentencing hearings expected in the coming months.

L.A.’s Rental Market Is Finally Tilting Back Toward Renters

After years of relentless rent hikes, Los Angeles renters may finally be catching a break. A surge in new apartment construction is softening prices across parts of the city, increasing vacancies and giving renters more leverage. Median rents have dipped, concessions are returning, and some neighborhoods are seeing notable declines. Still, affordability remains uneven, with high-end units driving much of the shift.

Former FBI Director James Comey Surrenders in Federal Threat Case

Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in federal court in Virginia after surrendering on charges tied to an Instagram post prosecutors say threatened the President. Comey insists the seashell image at the center of the case was misinterpreted and says he removed it after realizing it could be viewed as political. The high-profile case marks the second criminal prosecution brought against the longtime Trump critic and is expected to spark a legal fight over free speech, intent and political retaliation.

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