Tag #California

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UFC 311 Shatters California Revenue Record with $10.2 Million Live Gate

UFC 311, held Saturday night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, generated a $10.2 million live gate from 18,370 attendees, exceeding the previous California record and the event's $7.5 million budget, despite a last-minute fighter change.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Cause 27 Deaths, Billions in Damage

Powerful winds and dry conditions caused several wildfires in Los Angeles last week, resulting in at least 27 deaths, thousands of damaged structures, and nearly 200,000 people under evacuation orders; insured losses could exceed \$20 billion.

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CBP Raids in Kern County Spark Fear Among California Farmworkers

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents conducted raids in Kern County, California in early January, detaining between 78 and 200 farmworkers, sparking fear within immigrant communities and raising concerns about the impact of stricter immigration enforcement under President Trump's second ter...

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56% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Norovirus Outbreak at California Wildfire Evacuation Shelter

A norovirus outbreak sickened 28 people at a Pasadena, California evacuation shelter for wildfire survivors, with three confirmed cases, highlighting the increased risks of infectious disease in temporary shelters and exceeding normal levels both in California and nationally.

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20% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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Massive California Battery Plant Fire Causes Evacuations

A massive fire at the Moss Landing Power Plant in northern California, a Vistra Corp facility containing tens of thousands of lithium-ion batteries, prompted the evacuation of 1,700 people and highway closure on Friday, following similar incidents in 2021 and 2022.

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FireAid Concert to Benefit LA Wildfire Victims

A star-studded charity concert, "FireAid," will be held on January 30th in Inglewood, California, to raise funds for wildfire relief efforts following recent devastating fires that killed at least 27 and displaced tens of thousands since January 8th.

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36% Bias Score

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Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises as Santa Ana Winds Threaten Return

The Los Angeles area wildfires, fueled by Santa Ana winds, have caused widespread destruction, with over 12,000 buildings damaged or destroyed and 27 confirmed deaths. Despite some containment, the threat remains due to the predicted return of strong winds, while re-entry efforts for residents are u...

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faz.net
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Amateur Climate Scientist's Warnings Likely Saved Lives During Altadena Fire

On January 7th, 2024, Edgar McGregor, a 24-year-old amateur climate scientist, used his hyperlocal knowledge and social media to warn Altadena, CA residents about the Eaton Fire, likely saving lives due to the speed and accuracy of his predictions, which contrasted with the delayed response from aut...

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36% Bias Score

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theglobeandmail.com
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Los Angeles Wildfires Expose Duality of City's Image in Music

Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have caused at least 25 deaths, thousands of destroyed homes, and widespread displacement, contrasting sharply with the city's often romanticized image in popular music; songs by various artists reflect both the idealized and harsh realities of L.A., highlighting its ...

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44% Bias Score

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theguardian.com
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Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Expose Trump's Climate Change Denial

Fueled by a megadrought and extreme winds, four wildfires in Los Angeles have burned 63 square miles, destroying over 12,000 homes and killing at least 25 people; Donald Trump blamed California's leadership, while Republicans threatened to withhold disaster aid.

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52% Bias Score

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cbsnews.com
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Massive Fire at World's Largest Lithium Battery Facility Causes Evacuations

A fire at Vistra Energy's Moss Landing, California, lithium-ion battery storage facility—the world's largest—caused the evacuation of approximately 1,500 residents, Highway 1 closure, and school closures due to potential toxic chemical exposure; the fire is being allowed to burn out.

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aljazeera.com
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Devastating Wildfires in Los Angeles County Cause $250 Billion in Damages

Fueled by climate change and hurricane-force winds, recent wildfires in Los Angeles County have destroyed nearly 12,000 buildings, killed at least 25 people, and caused an estimated $250 billion in damages, disproportionately impacting working-class communities like Altadena, California.

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24% Bias Score

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