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California is experiencing a dangerous heat wave with wildfire threats, major political battles over redistricting, and high-profile parole hearings. Governor Newsom signed a bill for new congressional maps, sparking lawsuits and intense debate. Erik Menendez was denied parole after over 30 years in prison.

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Erik Menendez loses parole bid, brother Lyle faces parole board Friday

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  • Erik Menendez was denied parole after a hearing with the California Parole Board. 1s
  • The board cited concerns that Menendez still poses an unreasonable risk to society. 42s
  • The Menendez brothers were convicted in 1996 for the 1989 murders of their parents. 1m 20s
  • Recent evidence and a resentencing gave the brothers a chance at parole. 1m 54s
  • Lyle Menendez is scheduled for a separate parole hearing. 3m 6s
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Erik Menendez loses parole bid, brother Lyle faces parole board Friday
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CBC News
15 hours ago
Erik Menendez loses parole bid, brother Lyle faces parole board Friday

Erik Menendez has been denied parole after more than 30 years in prison for the murder of his parents; Lyle Menendez's hearing is next.

Newsom signs bill putting new California congressional maps on ballot
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CBS America
18 hours ago
Newsom signs bill putting new California congressional maps on ballot

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill sending California's new congressional maps to the state ballot for voter approval.

Los Angeles faces dangerous heat wave, increased wildfire threat
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CBS America
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Extreme heat is baking Southern California as a dangerous heat wave pushes temperatures well into triple digits, increasing wildfire risk.

What to expect in potential California redistricting special election
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CBS America
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What to expect in potential California redistricting special election

Lawmakers are weighing a bill to redraw congressional maps to favor Democrats, with a special election set for November.

CA Republicans sue to delay redistricting vote, tensions boil over
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Fox News
3 days ago
CA Republicans sue to delay redistricting vote, tensions boil over

State Republicans are suing to stop the redistricting vote, accusing Democrats of violating constitutional requirements.

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