California tenants suffered 8th-highest rent hikes in US over four decades
Over four decades, typical California tenant averaged 3.9% annual rent increases, the eighth-highest among states.
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Trump decries Democrats as ‘communists,’ even as he looks to impress China’s communist leader
President Donald Trump says that communism is the greatest threat the U.S. has ever faced. But he’s hosting the leader of the world’s most powerful communist country this week — Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Kamala Harris launches into the 2026 midterms as her 2028 decision looms
Kamala Harris is diving into the midterms, campaigning with Democrats like Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan.
War, runaway AI and climate shocks to take center stage as world leaders meet at UN
World leaders are meeting under a global cloud of wars and bitter divisions for their annual meeting at the United Nations this week.
Trump’s ‘grand conspiracy’ probe presses on with subpoenas after the lead prosecutor’s exit
DOJ officials are pressing forward with an investigation of President Donald Trump’s foes despite the departure of prosecutor Joe diGenova.
Bessent: US proposes AI incident alert system in talks with China
The U.S. is proposing a new notification system with China for artificial intelligence incidents that could threaten national security.
Rising gas prices frustrate voters. Trump says it’s an ‘inexpensive price to pay’ for the Iran war
Voters say skyrocketing gas prices are causing financial hardships for their families and frustrating voters ahead of midterm elections.
Trump says his planned arch would become a ‘military complex’ able to host drones and snipers
President Trump says the arch he wants to build between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery could host drones and snipers.
The schools turning to AI to rate students beyond standard grades
Several colleges and schools are trying to mix AI tools with teacher judgment.
County to continue rental subsidy program, but current recipients won’t qualify
As the number of homeless older adults grows, a San Diego County program aimed to ease rent burden will continue for many. But the help is only meant to be temporary.