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US imposing 25% tariff on some Brazilian imports, citing unfair trade practices
Jul 16, 2026 - Us 
The United States is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the world’s 10th-biggest economy
Person found dead on steps of City Hall after jumping from 26th floor, internal memo says
Jul 16, 2026 - Us 
A person was found dead on the steps of Los Angeles City Hall on Wednesday afternoon after apparently jumping from the 26th floor of the building, according to an internal city message reviewed by The Times.
Consultant worked on $577,000 airport contract while advising Bass for free
Jul 16, 2026 - Us 
Yusef Robb was an unpaid spokesperson and advisor for L.A. Mayor Karen Bass. In 2024, he signed a contract with Los Angeles World Airports for $450,000 over three years, later updated to include additional work for $137,500.
Passenger leaves behind huge hunk of meth in rideshare vehicle
Jul 15, 2026 - Us 
A man was arrested in San Francisco after leaving a backpack, allegedly filled with illegal drugs, in the back of a rideshare vehicle. The rideshare driver helped police nab the suspect.
Becerra, Hilton give preview for reshaped California governor's race in dueling L.A. speeches
Jul 15, 2026 - Us 
Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton stuck to familiar themes in their separate speeches to Latino leaders in downtown L.A. as they jockey for position in the California governor's race.
