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California Today

September 4, 2024, 9:31 a.m. Eastern time

Good morning. Here are the top stories from across California and the region, selected for you by Times editors.

Today's Top Story

Extreme Weather in Los Angeles

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Extreme Weather in San Diego

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Extreme Weather in San Jose

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Extreme Weather in Fresno

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Extreme Weather in Sacramento

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Extreme Weather in Bakersfield

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More California News

Killing of Israeli-American Hostage Prompts Outpouring of Grief Across U.S.

Hersh Goldberg-Polin was among the hostages whose bodies were found on Saturday. Many remembered him as a gleeful and good-humored person — who later became a symbol of hope.

Las Vegas, Scorched by Its Hottest Summer on Record, Prepares for More 100-Degree Heat

Much of the Western U.S. will bake in high temperatures this week. Excessive-heat warnings have been issued for major cities including Las Vegas and Los Angeles.

Will the College Protests Matter in November?

Republicans tied campus unrest to their party platform. But the intensity may have fizzled.

Collector Sues to Block Investigators From Seizing Roman Bronze

Lawyers for the collector, based in California, said the Manhattan district attorney's office did not have the jurisdiction or the evidence to support seizing the ancient statue.

About 10,000 Hotel Workers Walk Off the Job on Labor Day Weekend

The union representing the workers, UNITE HERE, has planned a rolling strike for several days in cities like Boston, San Francisco and Seattle after contract negotiations stalled.

In a Scenic California Town, Worsening Landslides Force Power Shutoffs

The movement of the ground in Rancho Palos Verdes is threatening homes. But as the city searches for solutions, many residents are committed to staying.

Silicon Valley Wants to Fight Fires With Fire

How some high-tech entrepreneurs are trying to use new forms of technology to solve the problem of mega-wildfires in the age of climate change.

How Wildfire Smoke Threatens Health

As wildfires grow more frequent and more intense, scientists are studying how their smoke might harm our health.

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Julia Gartland for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Samantha Seneviratne.

Grilled Eggplant, Herby Lentils and Turmeric Tahini 

By Hetty Lui McKinnon

40 minutes

Makes 4 servings 

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