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117 dead dogs found at California animal rescue

Authorities say 117 dog remains, many with evidence of gunshot wounds, were found at Miranda’s Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Humboldt County, California. The sanctuary’s owner says the facility is a no-kill rescue and has not been charged.

Biden and Xi Jinping to Meet in San Francisco Bay Area for Summit of Pacific Rim Nations

President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet next Wednesday in the San Francisco Bay area for a summit of Pacific Rim nations. The two leaders will discuss a range of issues in the U.S.-People's Republic of China bilateral relationship, including trade, human rights, and the South China Sea. The summit will be closely watched as it will be the first meeting between the two leaders since President Biden took office and the first since increased tensions between the U.S. and China began.

Lawsuit Alleges Racism and Discrimination at Tesla, Inc.’s Fremont Plant, Seeking Class Action Status for 6,000 Workers

Black workers at Tesla, Inc.'s Fremont plant in California have filed testimonies detailing racism and discrimination at the factory, prompting a potential class-action lawsuit. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages and an injunction requiring Tesla, Inc. to implement anti-discrimination policies and practices. The case is expected to be heard in court in the coming months, with Tesla, Inc. yet to respond to the allegations.

California Braces for Another Round of Extreme Weather, Thousands Evacuated

California is facing yet another round of extreme weather this weekend, with bands of thunderstorms and an atmospheric river storm causing flooding, mudslides, and thousands of evacuations. Governor Gavin Newsom has urged residents to take necessary precautions and limit non-essential travel, while the National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for much of the state. Record rainfall has caused power outages and more rain and snow is expected, prompting residents to stay safe as the storm continues.