Elon Musk says AI needs "a referee" after Capitol Hill meeting
Among the ideas discussed was whether there should be an independent agency to oversee certain aspects of the rapidly developing technology.
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Musk says he prevented Ukraine from launching attack on Russian ships
The tech billionaire says he denied an "urgent" request from Ukraine to extend Starlink satellite coverage, to avoid complicity in a "major act of war."
Musk says his cage fight with Zuckerberg will be streamed on X
Elon Musk says his potential in-person fight with Mark Zuckerberg would be streamed live on his social media site X, formerly known as Twitter.
Bright 'X' sign at former Twitter headquarters removed from roof
Video shows the brightly illuminated 'X' sign on the roof of the former Twitter headquarters on Market Street in San Francisco was taken down late Monday morning.
Bright 'X' sign at former Twitter HQ angers some nearby residents
The rebrand of Twitter to X has been glaringly obvious to some San Francisco residents.
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Elon Musk issues temporary limit on number of Twitter posts users can view
The daily limit varies depending on whether you had a verified or unverified account.
Mark Zuckerberg agrees to fight Elon Musk in cage match
"If this is for real, I will do it," Musk said in response to Zuckerberg.
DeSantis' 2024 presidential launch plagued by technical problems
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a campaign launch event on Twitter with the site's CEO Elon Musk, but it did not go according to plan.
Twitter draws criticism for graphic images of Allen Mall victims
Some users of the social media network decried the graphic images, describing the postings as "unethical" and "horrible."
Price cuts cause Tesla 1Q income, profit margins to fall
Price reductions across the model lineup cut into Tesla's first-quarter net income, causing it to fall 24% from a year ago.
Twitter labels NPR as "state-affiliated media"
The label has only been applied to NPR's primary Twitter account and is not currently on accounts like NPR Politics or NPR Health.
Twitter users report glitches as links, images fail to load
Social media company has seen an increase in instability and bugs in recent months after Elon Musk slashed jobs.
Elon Musk announces Tesla HQ returning to California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom joined billionaire Elon Musk on Wednesday to announce that the Golden State will be home to Tesla's new Engineering headquarters.
Twitter scrambles to fix meltdown as many can't tweet
Elon Musk: "Twitter may not be working as expected for some of you. Sorry for the trouble."
Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
Tesla posts record sales but falls short of goals
The 1.3 million vehicles was 10% shy of CEO Elon Musk's pledge to grow company sales by 50% nearly every year.
Musk tweets he'll step down as Twitter CEO after he finds a replacement
It was not immediately clear if Musk was serious, and no formal announcement beyond the tweet had been made.
Twitter users vote overwhelmingly in poll for Musk to step down as CEO
Musk posted the poll himself and said he'd abide by it -- but that was before the results were in: 57.5% of respondents said he should while 42.5 said he shouldn't.
Twitter suspends accounts of several journalists with no explanation
The company hasn't explained why it took down the accounts and made their profiles and past tweets disappear.
Twitter disbands Trust and Safety Council
The advisory group of around 100 independent organizations was formed in 2016 to address hate speech, child exploitation, suicide and other problems on the platform.
Dave Chappelle brings Elon Musk on stage at San Francisco show
Musk took the stage to mixed reactions from the audience. "Cheers and boos, I see," said Chappelle, who is on tour with Chris Rock.
SpaceX launches 40 OneWeb internet relay satellites
OneWeb's manager had high praise for SpaceX, the builder of its own space-based internet constellation.
Musk says Apple threatened to pull Twitter from App Store
Elon Musk says Apple has "threatened" to pull Twitter from its App Store. 58585858//
These Twitter accounts have been reinstated by Elon Musk
"We're back. Let that sink in," tweeted satirical right-wing outlet Babylon Bee after being suspended for eight months.
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Wildlife experts are left with more questions than answers after dozens of sick and dead birds were found in Dana Point this week.
Kawhi Leonard scores season-high 41 points, Clippers beat Jazz 117-103
Kawhi Leonard scored a season-high 41 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat Utah 117-103 on Friday night to snap an 11-game road losing streak against the Jazz.
New AI technology will allow Metro buses to spot bus lane violators
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President Biden and First Lady arrive in SoCal for fundraising swing; severe traffic anticipated
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Samuel Haskell who was recently charged with three counts of murder for killing his wife and her parents, then stuffing dismembered body parts in a trash bag and tossing them in a dumpster in Encino, appeared in court on Friday.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
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Police shoot man armed with rifle who says "devil was trying to kill him" in Westminster
Officers say that the man, armed with a rifle, was in his underwear and sitting on top of a car shouting that "devil was trying to kill" him in Westminster on Friday.
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Police shoot man armed with rifle who says "devil was trying to kill him" in Westminster
Officers say that the man, armed with a rifle, was in his underwear and sitting on top of a car shouting that "devil was trying to kill" him in Westminster on Friday.
New AI technology will allow Metro buses to spot bus lane violators
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Man, woman found dead in Marina del Rey
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Man accused of killing wife, in-laws and leaving body parts in dumpster appears in court
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Man shot in Van Nuys; search for four suspects underway
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Experts seeking answers after dozens of sick and dead birds turn up in Dana Point
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NASA's SWOT satellite revolutionizes scientists' ability to forecast sea level rise
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Hidden Air Tags help investigators find serial plant thief
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Moreno Valley man arrested for shooting up home in Yucaipa
Peter Ibarra Gurrola, was arrested after he allegedly fired multiple shots at a house in Yucaipa where investigators say his ex-girlfriend was visiting.
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Riverside police shoot and kill man after he allegedly brandished a firearm
Riverside police shot and killed a man after he allegedly brandished a firearm during a vehicle check early Wednesday morning.
Planned Parenthood sues Fontana for allegedly blocking abortion access
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Federal Judge orders school district in Riverside County to change policing policies following shocking arrest of disabled student
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KCAL Investigates: Stabbing that went unreported for hours raises concerns about school safety
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KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
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KCAL Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
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Tennis legend Chris Evert says cancer has returned
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CDC warns travelers to Mexico of exposure to Rocky Mountain spotted fever
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Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
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More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
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Read the full Hunter Biden indictment in federal tax case
Read Hunter Biden's indictment in California on federal tax charges here.
Biden administration announces $8 billion in new rail project funding
President Biden is announcing $8.2 billion in new federal funding for 10 passenger rail projects across the country.
Hunter Biden indicted on tax crimes by special counsel
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Ex-police chief who brought hatchet to Capitol on Jan. 6 gets 11 years
A former California police chief who brought a hatchet to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for his role in the siege.
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Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
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On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
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On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
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Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
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Biden's limit on drug industry middlemen backfires, pharmacists say
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Multiple brands of dog food recalled as FDA warns of salmonella risks
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Meta sued by states claiming Instagram and Facebook harm children
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Newsom signs bill advancing universal health care, vetoes insulin price cap
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Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler, who spent big in pursuit of a World Series title, dies at 63
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SAG-AFTRA board approves strike-ending deal as leaders tout money gains and AI rights
Board members from Hollywood's actors union have voted to approve the deal with studios that ended their strike after nearly four months.
Utah sues TikTok, alleging it lures children into addictive and destructive social media habits
Utah has become the latest state to sue TikTok, alleging the social media company is "baiting" children into addictive and unhealthy habits.
Numbers drawn for $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot after a long stretch without a winner
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Kawhi Leonard scores season-high 41 points, Clippers beat Jazz 117-103
Kawhi Leonard scored a season-high 41 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat Utah 117-103 on Friday night to snap an 11-game road losing streak against the Jazz.
Tennis legend Chris Evert says cancer has returned
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Angels ship David Fletcher and Max Stassi to Braves for Evan White and Tyler Thomas
The Atlanta Braves have obtained infielder David Fletcher and catcher Max Stassi from the Los Angeles Angels for infielder Evan White and left-hander Tyler Thomas.
LeBron James scores 30 points, Lakers rout Pelicans 133-89 to reach tournament final
LeBron James scored 30 points in less than three quarters and the Los Angeles Lakers steamrolled the New Orleans Pelicans 133-89 on Thursday night to reach the championship game in the NBA In-Season Tournament.
Petr Mrazek makes 37 saves as Chicago Blackhawks beat Anaheim Ducks 1-0
Petr Mrazek made 37 saves in his 25th career shutout, and the Chicago Blackhawks stopped a four-game slide with a 1-0 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
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Actor Terrence Howard sues his agents for fraud over "Empire" role
Terrence Howard Friday filed a lawsuit against Creative Artists Agency LLC, alleging the talent agency fraudulently convinced him to take less money for his "Empire" role.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
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Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
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Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
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KCAL News' Pat Harvey honored with 2023 African American Achievement Award by Brotherhood Crusade
KCAL News Anchor Pat Harvey was honored with the 2023 African American Achievement Award during the Brotherhood Crusade's 55th Annual Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Gala on Friday, highlighting a legendary career of journalistic integrity and community service.
Man accused of murdering, dismembering family in Tarzana makes shirtless appearance in court
Samuel Haskell, who has been charged with three counts of murder for killing his wife and her parents, then stuffing bags filled with dismembered body parts into a dumpster in Encino made a bizarre and shirtless appearance in court on Friday. Tom Wait provides the latest, including when his next appearance will be after having arraignment postponed until the new year.
Attacker charged for randomly punching grandfather pushing child in stroller in Calabasas
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Protests erupt as Pres. Biden visits LA for series of fundraising events
Joy Benedict provides continued coverage from Holmby Hills, where dozens of protestors gathered on Friday. just a short distance from where President Joe Biden made an appearance at a massive and star-studded fundraising campaign.
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Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
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