By CHRIS MEGERIAN, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said that he likes the idea of giving some of the savings from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency back to U.S. citizens as a kind of dividend. He said at an investment conference in Miami on Wednesday that the administration is considering a concept in which 20%…
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Los Angeles County was placed under an updated wind advisory by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 4:15 a.m. The advisory is in effect until noon. According to the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA, “North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.” “Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree…
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Which dog foods are best for weight management? If your dog has been looking a bit plump in the midsection lately, it may be time to consider switching them to dog food formulated for weight management. Just like in humans, too much weight leads to a host of health problems in your furry companion, including…
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday threw his support behind congressional efforts for a federal takeover of the nation’s capital, saying he approves putting the District of Columbia back under direct federal control. Related Articles National Politics | Trump administration halts legal support for 26,000 unaccompanied children in immigration court National Politics |…
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Which eyelash curler is best? Who doesn’t want long, fluttery eyelashes? If your mascara alone isn’t giving you the lashes you want and you’d rather not mess with false lashes, an eyelash curler can make all the difference. A curler creates a curve in your lashes that helps them look longer and thicker and gives…
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By ERIC TUCKER, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate was set to vote Thursday on whether to confirm Kash Patel as FBI director, a decision that could place him atop the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency despite concerns from Democrats over his qualifications and the prospect that he would do President Donald Trump’s…
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Taco Bell doesn’t usually serve churros, but the fast food giant will be offering them for a limited time. Taco Bell is partnering with Milk Bar on a Birthday Cake Churro. The treat is filled with birthday cake frosting and topped with confetti sprinkles. They sell two for about $2.99 or one for $1.99 at…
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A former Newport Beach gynecologist pleaded guilty Wednesday, Feb. 19, to federal charges for possessing more than 200 child porn images on several electronic devices. Mark Albert Rettenmaier, 72, of Laguna Hills pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Santa Ana to two counts of possession of child pornography. He is free from custody on…
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LOS ANGELES — The NBA’s All-Star break, and the rest that came along with it, provided the Lakers with something heading into Wednesday that they haven’t had for most of the season: an opportunity to have a rotation with nearly their full roster available. With LeBron James upgraded from questionable to available for Wednesday’s game…
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USC guard JuJu Watkins passes the ball as Michigan State center Ines Sotelo (15) and guard Julia Ayrault, left, watch during the first half of their Big Ten game on Wednesday night at the Galen Center. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh) USC guard JuJu Watkins (12) shoots against Michigan State guard Julia Ayrault and guard Jaddan Simmons…
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