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California Sets Standards for Homes Tainted by Wildfire Smoke

After the Los Angeles fires exposed a regulatory gap, a pair of laws will require science-based standards for testing and cleaning contaminated homes.

San Francisco Opera Reaches Deal With Orchestra, Ending Strike

Nearly a week after opening night was canceled while patrons were in their seats, the musicians agreed to a four-year contract. The deal still needs to be ratified.

Yosemite Wildfire Grows to Nearly 1,200 Acres

The blaze has forced trail closures and reduced air quality in sections of the California national park.

House Votes to Block California’s Clean Ship Rules

The move continues Republican efforts to undercut the state’s climate rules, but it’s unclear whether the Senate will follow suit.

Christian Bale Built a Foster Care Village in the California Desert

The actor has been working for almost two decades to build a foster care nonprofit outside Los Angeles.

On ‘Cupertino,’ Creators of the ‘The Good Wife’ Go to Silicon Valley

The prolific producers Michelle and Robert King target tech bigwigs in their newest show. “They’re really the stupidest and dumbest people,” Robert King said.

As Big Tech Takes Over Hollywood, the Picture Onscreen Gets Darker

“The Social Reckoning” and other movies reflect growing discontent with Silicon Valley founders. But such films may be at the mercy of the companies themselves.

Mark Walter Accused of Insurance Fraud, Hiding Investigation From Policyholders in Lawsuit

Mark Walter recently agreed to sell his stake in both the Los Angeles Lakers and the English Premier League side Chelsea.

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Tirokafteri (Spicy Whipped Feta and Peppers)

Recipe from Jimmy Bannos Jr.

Adapted by Brett Anderson

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Makes About 1¼ cups

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