Bitter fight in Central Valley exposes divisions in Democratic Party
BAKERSFIELD— The southern Central Valley is home to one of California's few remaining congressional battlegrounds, where Democrats are eager to…
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California's journalism fund was not intended only for its most important actors
to the editor: The role of government is not to pick winners and losers in journalism, which is precisely why…
Fires surround Southern California and it's only May. What is happening?
California has seen an increase in wildfires, from Siskiyou County to San Diego. Southern California has taken the brunt of…
The most interesting food and bar pop-ups to try at Coachella 2026
It's that time of year again when caravans of festival-goers head into the desert to attend the Coachella Valley Music…
Iran calls Trump's peace plan “deceptive”; more troops heading to the Middle East
WASHINGTON- The Trump administration has offered Iran a 15-point ceasefire plan aimed at temporarily stopping the war in the Middle…
News analysis: The overthrow of Hussein in Iraq unleashed chaos. Why war with Iran poses similar risks
A campaign of shock and awe that launched a tsunami of bombs. An enemy that quickly succumbs under overwhelming firepower.…
Contributor: Killing an enemy leader often escalates conflict and chaos
The United States and Israel opted for the “decapitation” in Iran, kill Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and many others.…
The 6 Best Desert Books to Read: Essential Southwest Literature
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World enters era of global 'water bankruptcy', UN scientists warn
Dozens of the world's major rivers are so exploited that they often dry up before reaching the sea. More than…
To 'govern' Venezuela, Trump pressures existing regime to kneel
WASHINGTON- Senior Trump administration officials clarified their position on “governing” Venezuela after taking over its president, Nicolás Maduro, over the…