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(Bloomberg/Madlin Mekelburg) — Jurors will be allowed to hear expert testimony about the impact of social media on young users during coming trials against tech companies over alleged harm caused by their platforms, a Los Angeles judge ruled. Meta Platforms …

(Bloomberg/Saritha Rai) — Artificial intelligence companies like OpenAI have been quick to unveil plans for spending hundreds of billions of dollars on data centers, but they have been slower to show how they will pull in revenue to cover all …

(Bloomberg/Ian King) — Nvidia Corp. assured customers that its landmark deal with OpenAI to invest $100 billion and expand AI infrastructure together won’t affect the chipmaker’s relationship with other clients. “Our investments will not change our focus or impact supply …

(Bloomberg/Ryan Vlastelica) — Apple Inc. shares broke into positive territory for the year on Monday, the latest milestone in an advance that has put the iPhone maker within striking distance of a record. The stock rose 4.3% to $256.10, and …

By Kate Wolffe, The Sacramento Bee Federal authorities said they would not comply with California’s new ban on law enforcement agents wearing masks while conducting operations. Former California state lawmaker and acting Los Angeles U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli said Monday …

OAKLAND — An El Sobrante man pleaded no contest to a lesser charge for a two-year probation term, in a case where he was originally accused of trafficking a 14-year-old girl, court records show. Related Articles Walnut Creek double murder …

MARTINEZ — Contra Costa prosecutors have charged a Walnut Creek man with two counts of murder, alleging that he stabbed his wife and mother-in-law to death, then called 911 to report that he caught the killer in the act and …

Last Saturday Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a series of bills aimed at protecting California’s undocumented immigrants from aggressive raids by President Donald Trump’s immigration agents. Senate Bill 627, which would prohibit federal officers from wearing masks during their operations, drew the heaviest …

New York (CNN) — We’re approaching what appears to be an appropriately dumb ending to an inordinately dumb fight over TikTok. Dumb is a harsh word, and I mean it deeply. The dumbest part: The Trump administration’s brokered solution to …

As the weather cools and pumpkin spice season returns, many of us find comfort and enjoyment in a cozy latte or festive tea. Whether preparing your daily cup at home or grabbing a beverage from a trendy café, these small …

By TOM MURPHY Drugstores are ready to deliver updated COVID-19 vaccines this fall and insurers plan to pay for them, even though the shots no longer come recommended by an important government committee. Related Articles Colorado to spot-check marijuana products …

By MIKE STOBBE, AP Medical Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Infection rates from drug-resistant “nightmare bacteria” rose almost 70% between 2019 and 2023, according to a new report from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention scientists. Bacteria that are difficult …

By DAVID BAUDER, AP Media Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to late-night television Tuesday after a nearly weeklong suspension that triggered a national discussion about freedom of speech and President Donald Trump’s ability to police the …

Colorado’s health department and the Marijuana Enforcement Division will collect samples from dispensaries around the state in a one-time spot-check for contaminants or mislabeled potency. An industry bulletin posted Friday said the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s lab …

Former Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to New York City for an interview with MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow. As seen below, when asked about the Democratic New York City mayoral nominee, State Representative Zohran Mamdani, Harris said: “As far as I’m …

Quarterback Caleb Williams was praying for a pass play just so the Bears could end their grueling slog of a drive with a touchdown. Tight end Cole Kmet said, half-joking, that he blacked out after the sixth play. And receiver …

A 2-year-old boy died after he apparently drowned in a bath tub inside a Placentia home Monday night, Sept. 22, and his mother was taken to a hospital with unknown injuries, authorities said. Placentia police were called to the 200 …

By MICHAEL R. SISAK and LARRY NEUMEISTER, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs urged a New York federal judge Monday to sentence him early next month to no more than 14 months in …

By LISA MASCARO, AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has abruptly canceled this week’s planned meeting with congressional Democratic leaders, refusing to negotiate over their demands to shore up health care funds as part of a deal to prevent a potential …