USC Students Weigh In On Democratic Presidential Debate
Around 75 students gathered to watch the debate at an informal watch party at USC's Annenberg Hall.
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Knives Out For Bloomberg In Early Minutes Of Nevada Debate
Democrats wasted no time during Wednesday's debate before taking shots at Michael Bloomberg, the newest Democratic presidential candidate on the debate stage, taking aim within the event's opening minutes at his derogatory comments about women and his billionaire status.
Democratic Candidates Meet For Last Debate Before Iowa Caucuses
Six Democratic presidential candidates made their case on Tuesday night from Des Moines — in the last debate before the Iowa caucuses, the first nominating contest of 2020.
California Winemakers Defend Buttigieg 'Wine Cave' Fundraiser
Craig and Kathryn Hall, who own the Hall Rutherford winery in Napa Valley, said Friday that they took issue with how their wine cave has been portrayed in the media.
Loyola Marymount On National Stage For Democratic Debate
Several dozen students, faculty and residents of the Westchester community gathered at a lecture hall at Loyola Marymount University's College of Business Administration to watch Thursday's debate unfold just a short distance away.
Buttigieg Comes Under Fire From Warren And Klobuchar At Los Angeles Debate
The sixth and final Democratic president debate of 2019 kicked off Thursday with a question on impeachment before leading to some heated exchanges on fundraising and experience before candidates were forced to tackle forgiveness and gifts.
Donald Glover And Andrew Yang Team Up For Pop-Up Event Prior To Democratic Debate
Popular musician and artist Donald Glover, also known as Childish Gambino, hosted a pop-up event Thursday afternoon with a special appearance from Andrew Yang at Fairfax in Los Angeles.
Dems Vow Not To Cross Picket Line As Labor Dispute Simmers Ahead Of LMU Debate
Several Democratic presidential candidates are pledging not to cross the picket line amid a labor dispute involving food service workers at Loyola Marymount University - even if it means missing the Democratic presidential debate next week.
Democrats Face Off In Presidential Primary Debate In Atlanta
Ten Democrats took the stage Wednesday night for the fifth presidential debate in Atlanta.
Democrats Zero In On Warren At 4th Debate In Ohio
Twelve Democrats took the debate stage on Tuesday night, but it was Senator Elizabeth Warren who had most of the speaking time and weathered most of the attacks from her competitors, a manifestation of her front-runner status.
Biden Fends Off Attacks From All Sides In Second Round Of Detroit Debate
Former Vice President Joe Biden came under fire from his fellow Democratic presidential hopefuls in the second round of the debate in Detroit on Wednesday, with challengers like Kamala Harris and Cory Booker hoping to put a dent in his status as the frontrunner for the party's nomination.
Warren, Sanders Defend Progressive Turf On First Night Of Detroit Debate
The spirited first night of the second Democratic primary debates featured no shortage of confrontation, with more moderate candidates taking aim at the leading progressives on stage over the feasibility of their proposals with varying degrees of success.
Democrats Square Off In Detroit For Second Primary Debate — Live Updates
Round two of the Democratic presidential primary debates is underway in Detroit, with 10 candidates facing off in the first of back-to-back nights on CNN.
Democratic Candidates Square Off In Round 2 Of First Debate — Live Updates
It's debate night round two Thursday, as the next set of 10 candidates face off in the first week of primary debates of the 2020 presidential cycle.
Democratic Debate: Candidates Kick Off First Night Of Primary Debates — Live Updates
Ten candidates are meeting in Miami, Florida, Wednesday evening for the first night of the Democratic Party presidential primary debates.
Sanders Wins Wyoming Caucus Over Clinton
Bernie Sanders has won the Democratic presidential caucuses in Wyoming, extending his string of victories over front-runner Hillary Clinton.
Democratic Debate Recap: Clinton, Sanders Clash On Guns, Health Care
Turning up the temperature, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders tangled repeatedly in Sunday night's presidential debate over who's tougher on gun control and Wall Street and how to steer the future of health care in America.
Debate Takeaways: Somber On Paris, Divisions On Policy
The deadly attacks in Paris cast a somber mood at the start of the second Democratic presidential debate.
Bernie Sanders Responds To Larry David's Spot-On SNL Impersonation
"Saturday Night Live" is trending after airing a sketch about last week's democratic debate.
Trump Live-Tweeting Democratic Debate Proves Clever Way To Steal Spotlight
Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump wasn't impressed by his Democratic rivals' performance during their first debate Tuesday night.
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Stop hiking up Mount Baldy. It's dangerous.
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Mayor Rex Richardson called an emergency meeting focused on providing relief funding for low-income families, the disabled, and senior residents who many have a harder time paying the soaring natural gas bills.
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Stop hiking up Mount Baldy. It's dangerous.
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Mayor Rex Richardson called an emergency meeting focused on providing relief funding for low-income families, the disabled, and senior residents who many have a harder time paying the soaring natural gas bills.
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63-year-old man sentenced for murder at El Monte motel in 1978
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Former Chapman law school dean faces disbarment
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California wage theft: Is the state following its own rules?
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EBT fraud sees nearly 4,000% increase in 2022
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10 injured in shooting in Lakeland, Florida, police say
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Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
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CVS, Walmart and Walgreens are reducing pharmacy hours
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Bed Bath & Beyond to close 87 more stores
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Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
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Nancy Pelosi reacts to newly released video of husband's attack
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Congressman Adam Schiff announces Senate candidacy
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Judge orders release of video of attack on Nancy Pelosi's husband
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Ticketmaster is in the hot seat on Capitol Hill after Taylor Swift ticket meltdown
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Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
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Go-To Girlfriend: Coolest LA and OC brands you need to know about
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British fashion designer and style icon Vivienne Westwood has died aged 81, according to an official statement from her eponymous company.
3M plans to end manufacturing and use of PFAS by end of 2025
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EPA to consider tougher locomotive emissions rules
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Twitter slashes its staff as Musk era takes hold on platform
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Irving has 26, Nets beat Lakers 121-104 as James, Davis sit
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Blackhawks' all-time leading goal scorer Bobby Hull dies at 84
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Chargers agree to hire Kellen Moore as offensive coordinator
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Former Angel Darren O'Day retires following 15 big league seasons
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American pro among skiers killed by avalanche in Japan
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"Laverne & Shirley" actor Cindy Williams dies at 75
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Powerball ticket matching five numbers sold in Fontana, worth nearly $4 million
While no ticket matching all six numbers was drawn in Wednesday's Powerball drawing, a ticket matching five numbers — worth nearly $4 million — was sold in Fontana. With no big winner, the jackpot now jumps to $653 million.
Road rage suspect arrested; held on $5 million bail
Laurie Perez provides the latest on the developing case involving Torrance resident Nathaniel Radimak, who was being held on $5 million bail related to a road rage incident on Jan. 11 and two additional outstanding warrants.
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Authorities working to limit access to Mt. Baldy after another deputies rescue another hiker
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department is working with legislators to create a strict permitting process for hiking up Mount Baldy after another hiker needed to be rescued by authorities. Nicole Comstock reports.
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Dane Cook's new comedy special "Above it All" debuted last night. The comedian filmed the special in front of a live audience sitting in his own backyard.
