California Today: Liberal Berkeley’s Toughened Stance on Homeless Camps Is a Bellwether

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November 18, 2024, 9:30 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 Rachel Bujalski for The New York Times Liberal Berkeley's Toughened Stance on Homeless Camps Is a Bellwether The progressive stronghold in California plans to target large encampments, relying on a Supreme Court decision handed down by a conservative majority. Read more More California News First U.S. Case of Spreading New Mpox Type Reported in California The unidentified patient had recently returned from Africa, where the virus has caused a deadly epidemic, health officials said. 1 Dead and Dozens Ill in E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots The outbreak, which has sickened nearly 40 people, has been tied to multiple brands of recalled organic carrots sold by Grimmway Farms, officials said. Sim Van der Ryn, Early Practitioner of Green Architecture, Dies at 89 Credited with designing the first eco-friendly office building, he never forgot the lessons he learned observing communes in the 1960s. Why 2 Big-League Teams Will Squeeze Into Small Homes in 2025 The A's and Tampa Bay Rays will play in minor league ballparks next season, one because of hurricane damage and the other because of an interstate move. Gavin Newsom Once Again Becomes a Meme Old photos of the California governor (and navy-suit enthusiast) are being widely shared as bruised Democrats seek a savior. Palm Springs Reaches Nearly $6 Million Reparations Deal With Former Section 14 Residents The City Council is expected to vote on the settlement for residents of a neighborhood that burned more than 50 years ago. It could also consider another $21 million for community programs. How California's New Fuel Standards Could Affect Drivers Regulators say the changes are essential to reducing carbon emissions. But political leaders in both parties are worried that gas prices could further increase. $2.4 Million Homes in California A hillside compound in Topanga Canyon, a remodeled four-bedroom house in Pacifica, and a three-bedroom bungalow in Sausalito. Local Conditions Look up the heat index in your area using The Times's heat tracker. See active fires using The Times's wildfire tracker. Today's Recipe Andrew Purcell for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Carrie Purcell. Five-Ingredient Creamy Miso Pasta By Alexa Weibel 20 minutes Makes 4 servings Play a Game The Mini Crossword Solve this bite-sized puzzle in just a few minutes. Spelling Bee How many words can you make with 7 letters? Wordle Guess the 5-letter word with 6 chances. See all our games Sign up for Your Places: Extreme Weather. Get notified about extreme weather before it happens with custom alerts for places in the U.S. you choose. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for California Today from The New York Times. To stop receiving California Today, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018