California braces for record El Nino storms amid drought
California residents face a parade of Pacific storms tied to a record El Nino, bringing heavy rain and risks of flash floods and debris flows. Forecasters warn reservoirs remain depleted and ongoing conservation is essential as 15 inches of rain could fall in Northern California and up to 5 inches in Southern areas over the next two weeks.
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Brad Alexander
Governor's Office of Emergency Services
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Santa Monica
Los Angeles
Pacific Fleet Shrinks as China Builds Naval Strength
The Pacific Fleet faces fewer ships amid rising Chinese power. Adm Scott Swift defends tech edge over numbers while analysts warn of long term risks. China plans its second aircraft carrier and expands artificial islands in the South China Sea, heightening regional tension and maritime disruption concerns.
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U.S
China
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Virginia Senator Sues State Over Son’s Death
Sen R Creigh Deeds of Bath County filed a $6 million lawsuit against Virginia and a mental health facility alleging his son Austin "Gus" Deeds was improperly denied treatment before he stabbed him 13 times and killed himself.
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Bath County
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Mercer County Spelling Bee Winners Shine
After a tough contest with 36 contestants, Yadav clinched first place with the word harpoon while Alvarez finished fourth this year, building on prior wins. Pronouncer Rebecca Broyles praised the event as a key academic boost and confidence builder for students.
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Obama expands gun background checks amid private sales debate
The plan aims to close gaps in private sales and online sites like Armslist, with officials noting even universal checks won’t stop all gun violence. Critics warn illegal markets persist and only Congress can enact full reforms. Experts say the measure could deter some illegal transactions and save lives, though impact may be limited.
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Coston
South Carolina
James Jacobs
New York University Law School
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Downers Grove
Illinois
Obama
Jitlia Wesel
Armslist.com
Nee
Bay
Pe Ot
Ado Ee
GunBroker.com
Milwaukee
Radcliffe Haughton
McDonald’s
Armslist
Jonathan Gibbon
Congress
Philip Cook
Duke University
Reactions from Princeton on gun control stance
Reactions show division on firearms policy. Ivory Hylton, 83, argues for self defense and opposes more background checks. Melanie Hall, 43, supports extensive checks. A comment from a local observer expresses opposition to Obama.
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Princeton
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Powerball winner eyes blind trust after jackpot
Davis says he might set up a blind trust to keep winnings private and help family, as the Powerball prize hits an estimated 275.4 million cash value. The drawing is tonight at 10 59 p.m. Contact Blake Stowers with BDT Online.
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