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Ex-Nev. Assemblyman Leads Cops On High-Speed Chase Before Being Subdued With Punches, Taser

Former Nevada Assemblyman Steven Brooks has been arrested in San Bernardino County, just hours after state lawmakers took the unprecedented step of expelling him.

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Chief Justice Roberts’ Gay Cousin To Attend Prop 8 Argument Tuesday

Chief Justice Roberts’ Gay Cousin To Attend Prop 8 Argument Tuesday

A woman from California says she and her lesbian partner will attend the gay marriage argument at the Supreme Court, courtesy of her cousin, Chief Justice John Roberts.

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Poll Finds More Than Half Of Californians Back Gun Control Measures

Californians say it’s more important to protect people from gun violence than to protect their right to own a firearm, according to the largest statewide poll of registered voters.

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Villaraigosa Wants To Bring 2024 Olympics To LA

Los Angeles officials have announced a bid to host the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics Games.

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Gov. Brown To Set Fate Of Ex-Manson Follower

California’s governor has been asked to make the final decision on whether a former Charles Manson follower will be released on parole after serving more than 40 years in prison.

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Villaraigosa Shoots Down Rumors Of Cabinet Position

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is putting an end to rumors that he’s up for a Cabinet position in the Obama administration.

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Expert Discusses Historical Significance Of Obama’s 2nd Inauguration

Prof. Michael Genovese, who teaches political science at Loyola Marymount University, spoke to KCAL9 about the history of the presidential inauguration ceremony and the event’s symbolism.

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Labor Secretary Hints At LA County Supervisor Bid

Outgoing Labor Secretary Hilda Solis could be setting her sights on a Los Angeles County supervisor seat when she steps down from her position in the Obama Administration.

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Former Pres. Bill Clinton Talks Health Care At Summit In Dana Point

Former President Bill Clinton spoke about health care and medical issues at a hospital care summit in Dana Point Monday.

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Oscar-Nominated ‘Zero Dark Thirty’ Picketed By People Who Say Movie Advocates Torture

The critics agree “Zero Dark Thirty” — a film depicting the decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden — is gritty and moving.

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