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WATCH: How Shaolin monk training transformed NBA star Victor Wembanyama
ESPN senior writer Ramona Shelburne breaks down an epic postseason run and discuss his unique workout sessions.
WATCH: Mango founder's son investigated for murder after hiking death
Billionaire Isak Andic died after a 300-foot fall while hiking in Spain. His son is out on bail and under suspicion of murder, ABC News' Rhiannon Ally reports.
Containment grows on Sandy fire, other SoCal blazes. But shifting winds pose challenge
The Sandy fire, one of several wildfires burning in Southern California this week, was 15% contained Wednesday morning.
Santa Monica Pier area among the dirtiest beaches again in new Beach Report Card
Environmental nonprofit Heal the Bay and the city of Santa Monica are teaming up to investigate and find solutions for the pier's poor water quality.
Screens would be banned until 2nd grade under draft LAUSD plan
The L.A. school board got its first look Tuesday at a draft policy that limits student screen time — and that will affect how teachers manage instruction.
Fire tearing through Santa Rosa Island reaches critically endangered trees
A massive wildfire has burned through nearly one-third of Santa Rosa Island, including reaching a grove of critically endangered Torrey pine trees. But there is reason for hope.
Hilton and Becerra lead in a tightening race in final weeks of California governor's campaign, poll shows
Despite handwringing among Democrats about being shut out of the governor's race, a new poll by the state party suggests the two candidates most likely to emerge after the June primary are Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra.
Photos: Fire season off to an early start with multiple blazes consuming more than 20,000 acres
The Sandy fire started in windy conditions and spread into part of a Simi Valley neighborhood at the foot of a brush-covered hillside.
Man dies after car plunges 500 feet off Highway 1 cliff onto beach
A man died after his car fell nearly 500 feet off a Highway 1 cliff near Santa Cruz on Monday, according to authorities.
Crews continue aggressive fight against Sandy fire, other SoCal blazes
A wind-driven fire that broke out in Ventura County Monday morning stalled overnight, allowing some residents to return home.
California's Joshua trees are disappearing. There's hope these fungi can help them
The Joshua tree has been featured in poetry and music and represented a burning bush in the latest episode of "Euphoria." A small group of scientists hope the key to unlocking its long-term survival is buried in the sand.
City Council progressives snub Raman, endorse Bass in L.A. mayor's race
The endorsements by Hernandez, Jurado and Soto-Martínez are aimed at denting left-wing support for Nithya Raman, who polls show is battling Spencer Pratt for a runoff spot against Mayor Bass.
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Buffalo's first state park is finally complete
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