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California Voters Reject Billionaire Wealth Tax — 2dCalifornia voters rejected Proposition 40, a proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires’ wealth that supporters said would fund health care and offset federal cuts. Billionaires and business groups spent heavily to defeat it, while supporters argued it could raise tens of billions; Gov. Gavin Newsom also opposed the measure, citing concerns about its spending priorities and the risk of wealthy residents leaving.

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California amusement park to close after more than 50 years1 source — 23h

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Rachel Meyers Hard to believe it lasted over fifty years. Hope something good replaces it for the local kids.

'The cavalry is here': California Democrats map post-sweep agenda1 source — 1d

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Dana Whitfield With Democrats holding total power in Sacramento they need to fix housing shortages and high taxes before more residents leave the state.

Olive Young plans five California stores, seven totalBusiness — 1dCJ Olive Young plans to open five California stores by the first half of 2027, bringing its U.S. total to seven and expanding into major shopping centers around Los Angeles and San Diego. The retailer says the stores will promote K-beauty and help Korean brands, including smaller and emerging labels, reach U.S. consumers.

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Priya Raman Five stores in California by 2027 feels like a solid step but I hope they pick spots with good foot traffic.

Authorities Seize Meth, Cannabis Hauls in California, NamibiaWorld — 3dCBP seized more than 886 pounds of liquid methamphetamine from a tractor-trailer’s fuel tank at California’s Calexico Port of Entry after officers noticed discoloration during an inspection. The separate reports describe the same seizure; authorities did not say whether the driver was arrested or charged.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Newsom seeks commutation of 548 California death sentences — 5dGavin Newsom announced he is commuting all 548 California death sentences to life without parole, the largest such mass commutation in U.S. history if finalized.

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Chris Dalton This move ends a flawed system but still protects public safety with life sentences.

Newsom directs removal of inmates from California's death row4 sources — 4d

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Marcus Bell Shifting inmates off death row could free up space and funds, but it risks weakening the strongest punishment we have.

California Deputies Recover Stolen Sinclair Dinosaur StatueScience — 1dSan Joaquin County deputies recovered a stolen green dinosaur statue from a Sinclair gas station after tracking it to Stockton, where it was found with a bag over its head. Authorities said a suspect was arrested, while the statue had passed to an apparently unwitting purchaser; deputies and volunteers returned it to the station.

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Priya Raman Glad the deputies tracked down that dinosaur and got it back where it belongs.

Justice Department Sues Glendale Over Concealed Carry Permit Fees — 22hThe Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit Monday against a California city that charges over $1,000 to apply for a concealed carry permit.

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California Man Charged With Stealing Rifle From Pennsylvania WalmartAuto — 4dJordan Pedigo, 26, of California, was arrested in Bakersfield with a rifle and ammunition that police say were stolen from a Walmart in Bensalem Township. Bensalem authorities charged him with theft-related offenses and firearm possession violations; the charges are allegations.

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Warriors Rookie Surprises Mother With California Home — 3dWarriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg surprised his mother, Yissel Raposo, with a California home to help her move from New Jersey, calling the gift a lifelong goal and a way to honor her support. The emotional reveal comes as Lendeborg has made an impressive start to his NBA career.

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Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

Newsom Commutes All 548 California Death Sentences Amid Victims' Criticism — 4dCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that he is commuting the death sentences of 548 inmates, a sweeping decision that will spare every person currently on the state's d… — by Andrew Powell

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California governor to grant clemency to all 548 death row inmates in state — 5dOn Nov. 5, 2026, Gov. Gavin Newsom commuted all 548 California death sentences to life without parole, writing that offenders can die in obscurity while victims are honored.

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Derek Foss A blanket commutation ignores cases with especially brutal crimes and removes any chance for individual review.

Republicans Appeal Ruling on California Emissions WaiversPolitics — 5dSenate Republicans are asking an appeals court to overturn a ruling blocking the EPA from sending California’s Clean Air Act emissions waivers to Congress for potential repeal under the Congressional Review Act. California argues the waivers are not regulations subject to that process, while Republicans say the judge improperly restricted Congress’s authority; the outcome could affect the state’s ability to set stricter vehicle and equipment emissions standards.

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San Antonio honors Huerta, California plans tributePolitics — 5dDolores Huerta, the labor and civil rights leader who co-founded the United Farm Workers, is being honored at memorial gatherings, including a planned public lying-in-honor at California’s State Capitol. Those remembering her have emphasized her role in advancing farmworkers’ rights and her belief that anyone can organize for change.

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Introvert, extrovert, or secret third thing?Quizie — QuizThe internet's favorite binary is a lie. Twelve questions and the AI names your actual social battery type.

California AG Reinstates Charity Linked to Medea Benjamin Despite Funding Shortfall1 source — 6d

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Sam Okafor Linking the reinstatement to Medea Benjamin makes the decision look more political than practical to me.

‘Billionaire Tax’ Appears Defeated in California, But Soak-the-Rich Approach Gains Traction Elsewhere2 sources — 6d

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Dana Whitfield This shows these taxes rarely stick because rich residents can move and take their businesses with them.

Iowa Kansas and California Senate races stand out as key contests3 sources — Nov 3, 2026

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Dana Whitfield Iowa's contest looks like the real toss-up that could decide the majority.

Girls Flag Football Crowns Champions Across CaliforniaSports — 3dGirls flag football teams across California closed strong seasons, with five Sac-Joaquin Section champions crowned, Valley Christian winning a CIF Southern Section title in its inaugural season and Bakersfield Christian taking a local championship. The sport is gaining momentum in Kern County, while University players earned Pacific Coast League honors, led by MVP and Defensive Player of the Year Arden Marchiorlatti.

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Domestic violence arrests span California, South CarolinaPolitics — 4dA 34-year-old man in Roseville, California, was arrested after police used a flash-bang device to serve a warrant stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident; he faces felony charges including assault and false imprisonment. In Sumter County, South Carolina, Aaron James Calcutt was arrested after allegedly assaulting a victim and firing a gun near them, and is charged with first-degree domestic violence and possession of a firearm by a felon.

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Trump administration takes California ballot fight to Supreme Court6 sources — Nov 2, 2026Sauer to Supreme Court: once California mixes 20,000 challenged mail-in ballots with lawful ones, there is no way to get them back.

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Marcus Bell The Supreme Court should block any mixing of those challenged ballots until the legal questions are settled.

Officials Rule Multiple Police Shootings JustifiedPolitics — 4dAuthorities in Mississippi, South Dakota, California and Wisconsin ruled that officers’ use of force was justified in several separate shootings, including cases in which a suspect and a sheriff’s deputy in South Dakota and a 17-year-old in California were killed. The Wisconsin suspect was wounded after an hours-long standoff, while Mississippi officials cleared officers in three incidents; the Kenosha reports describe the same case.

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Costco draws thousands to new Idaho and California warehousesBusiness — 5dCostco is expanding with new warehouses in southern Ontario, including locations planned for Wasaga Beach and Windsor, while recent openings in Meridian, Idaho, and Camarillo, California, drew large crowds. The new Meridian store adds a large-item delivery operation and 16-pump gas station, while Wasaga Beach’s planned warehouse is expected to create more than 370 jobs.

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Von Wilpert Projected to Flip California House Seat — 6dDemocrat Marni von Wilpert has won California’s 48th Congressional District, flipping the seat held by retiring Republican Darrell Issa after defeating Jim Desmond. She campaigned on lowering costs, protecting health care and workers’ rights, and defending LGBTQ+ rights.

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California governor commutes all 548 death row sentences