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LA mayoral race: Bass and Raman clash in debates

28 clusters · 85 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Nithya Raman campaigns for Los Angeles mayoralty

The 2026 Los Angeles mayoral runoff between incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman has intensified as the November 3 election approaches. While Bass has outpaced Raman in total funds raised—approximately

Southwest US heat, wildfire, and monsoon impacts

32 clusters · 141 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Four Corners region faces catastrophic flooding and tornado damage

Throughout the late summer and early autumn, the Southwest United States experienced a volatile cycle of extreme heat, wildfire risks, and life-threatening flooding. In August, a severe heat wave impacted California, Ar

U.S. household debt and delinquency trends

7 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: U.S. consumer debt trends show resilience despite rising levels

U.S. household debt has reached record levels, with recent data showing auto loan payments hitting a record $787 per month. This follows a period of 17 consecutive quarters of growth, with debt sitting 21.2% above mid-20

Los Angeles utility cost surge and response

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Los Angeles official investigates surging utility bills

Following a period of extreme heat, residents and businesses in Los Angeles have experienced significant spikes in electricity and water bills. High temperatures forced intensive air conditioning use, pushing many consum

California water infrastructure and security efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: US water and energy: New York utility relief surge and California infrastructure updates

California is implementing various infrastructure and legislative measures to enhance water security and drought resilience. Major projects include the Sites Reservoir, which is entering an investment period following a