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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 20, 2026

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.

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May 19, 2026

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.

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May 19, 2026

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.

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May 19, 2026

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.

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May 19, 2026

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.

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May 19, 2026

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.

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May 19, 2026

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.