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VP Harris’ CA background could hurt her presidential bid
PoliticsWith Joe Biden out of the presidential race, the spotlight is on Vice President Kamala Harris. But her track record as CA attorney general may come under fire.
Sorry, those extra fees are staying on your restaurant bill
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All aboard America’s first hydrogen-powered train
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Offshore wind: California doubles down on climate plan
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