The headline news from December 11, 2017

The archive of all headlines from December 11, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 00:45:12

Firefighters are making a stand at a cluster of homes where flames are threatening to sweep through the area. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners SportsNFL Week 14 live: Rams lead Eagles 28-24; Chargers up on Redskins 30-6 ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed PoliticsIn Alabama Senate race, Republicans fear they may lose even if Roy Moore winsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 01:00:19

Firefighters are making a stand at a cluster of homes where flames are threatening to sweep through the area. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners SportsNFL Week 14 live: Rams lead Eagles 31-28; Chargers up on Redskins 30-6 ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed PoliticsIn Alabama Senate race, Republicans fear they may lose even if Roy Moore winsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 01:15:11

Firefighters are making a stand at a cluster of homes where flames are threatening to sweep through the area. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners SportsNFL Week 14 live: Rams lead Eagles 31-28; Chargers up on Redskins 30-13 ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed PoliticsIn Alabama Senate race, Republicans fear they may lose even if Roy Moore winsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 01:30:17

Firefighters are making a stand at a cluster of homes where flames are threatening to sweep through the area. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners SportsNFL Week 14 live: Rams lead Eagles 35-34; Chargers beat Redskins 30-13 ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed PoliticsIn Alabama Senate race, Republicans fear they may lose even if Roy Moore winsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 02:45:11

Firefighters are making a stand at a cluster of homes where flames are threatening to sweep through the area. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed PoliticsIn Alabama Senate race, Republicans fear they may lose even if Roy Moore winsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 03:30:16

The out-of-control blaze grew by more than 25,000 acres today. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed PoliticsIn Alabama Senate race, Republicans fear they may lose even if Roy Moore wins ASIAThese are Afghanistan's best troops. The U.S. is backing a plan to create many more of themFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 04:00:16

The out-of-control blaze grew by more than 25,000 acres today. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed ASIAThese are Afghanistan's best troops. The U.S. is backing a plan to create many more of themFrom Washington

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Key Senate Seat Sits in Balance as Democrats Make Last Push

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 04:15:06

Ahead of Tuesday’s vote in Alabama, an unlikely battleground state, Democrats are deploying a sprawling, multimillion-dollar get-out-the-vote operation. Their cause got an unexpected lift when Senator Richard C. Shelby, perhaps the most prominent Alabama Republican, excoriated Roy S. Moore, the Republican nominee.

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 04:30:14

Santa Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. Live updates: Track the key details of the fires Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed ASIAThese are Afghanistan's best troops. The U.S. is backing a plan to create many more of themFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 05:00:17

Santa Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressed ASIAThese are Afghanistan's best troops. The U.S. is backing a plan to create many more of themFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 05:30:15

Santa Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire Devastation is 'the new normal,' Gov. Brown says PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressedFrom Washington

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In fear of deportation Five hours that can make or break a family’s future

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 08:15:11

For Joe and Mei Chen, their appointment at the federal immigration agency, Ice, in New York would determine if they would be separated from their children

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 08:15:13

Santa Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeowners ENTERTAINMENT'Star Wars' held its premiere last night, and the press is already impressedFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 09:45:11

Santa Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradiseIn this climate and on this landscape, fire is the great equalizer. All natural disasters are. They provide a glimpse into the vulnerability of others no matter their place in life. Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters His home 'had views to die for' -- destroyed in seconds by San Diego's Lilac fire PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concert BUSINESSHow the GOP's plans would affect the tax returns of a grad student, a single renter, married renters and middle-class homeownersFrom Washington

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What did President Trump know about Flynn and when did he know it?

NBC News  11/Dec/2017 12:15:09

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 12:15:12

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura As California burns, Congress plans to slash tax write-offs for fires and other disasters PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concertFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 13:00:19

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burnsCovering the Southern California wildfires on the night shift Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn? ENTERTAINMENTQueens of the Stone Age's Josh Homme apologizes for kicking photographer in the face at KROQ concertFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 13:30:17

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burnsCovering the Southern California wildfires on the night shift Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura ENTERTAINMENTHow to watch the 2018 Golden Globes nominations announcements PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out? DodgersWith Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton off the market, where will Dodgers turn?From Washington

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Focus on Flynn, Trump timeline suggests obstruction is on Mueller’s mind

NBC News  11/Dec/2017 13:45:09

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Authorities respond to explosion at major NYC bus terminal

NBC News  11/Dec/2017 14:15:08

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Explosion near major NYC bus terminal, suspect in custody

NBC News  11/Dec/2017 14:30:14

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 14:30:17

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burnsCovering the Southern California wildfires on the night shift Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura ENTERTAINMENTHow to watch the 2018 Golden Globes nominations announcements NATIONNYPD says it's responding to a report of an explosion in Manhattan PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out?From Washington

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Transit Hub in Midtown Is Evacuated After Explosion

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 14:45:06

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. The Police Department said it was investigating.

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Blast Empties One of Busiest Transit Hubs in New York

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 15:00:13

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. The Police Department said it was investigating.

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Breaking news New York explosion: police say suspect injured and in custody

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 15:00:16

Police say no other injuries yet reported following blast on subway near Port Authority at 42nd Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan

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Blast Empties Busy New York Transit Hub; Suspect Is Held

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 15:15:04

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. One suspect is in custody, the police said.

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 15:15:09

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burnsCovering the Southern California wildfires on the night shift Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura ENTERTAINMENT'The Shape of Water' leads Golden Globe film nominations with 7 NATIONNYPD says it's responding to a report of an explosion in Manhattan PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out?From Washington

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Blast Empties Busy New York Transit Hub; Suspect Is Held

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 15:30:11

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. The suspect had an explosive device strapped to him, a city official said. Four injuries have been reported.

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New York Police say suspect in subway explosion injured and in custody

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 15:30:13

Police say no other injuries yet reported following blast on subway near Port Authority at 42nd Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 15:30:16

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burnsCovering the Southern California wildfires on the night shift Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura ENTERTAINMENT'The Shape of Water' leads Golden Globe film nominations with 7 NATIONFour injured as explosion at bus depot snarls transit traffic in Manhattan PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out?From Washington

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New York Police say suspect in subway explosion injured and in custody

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 15:45:10

Four total injuries reported following blast on subway near Port Authority at 42nd Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 15:45:12

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burnsCovering the Southern California wildfires on the night shift Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger Fires threaten power lines serving thousands in Santa Barbara and Ventura ENTERTAINMENT'The Shape of Water,' 'Big Little Lies' lead the 2018 Golden Globe nominations NATIONMayor says explosion that injured four in New York was act of terrorism PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out?From Washington

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Live New York subway explosion: police name injured suspect – live updates

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 16:00:12

One suspect Akayed Ullah taken into custody after explosion near Port Authority in Manhattan. Follow live updates

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 16:00:14

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger ENTERTAINMENT'The Shape of Water,' 'Big Little Lies' lead the 2018 Golden Globe nominations NATIONMayor says explosion that injured four in New York was act of terrorism PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. Senate PoliticsBlack voters are key to Democratic hopes in Alabama's Senate race. Will they turn out?From Washington

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NYC subway explosion near bus terminal was attempted terrorism

NBC News  11/Dec/2017 16:15:09

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4 Hurt as Bomb Rocks New York Transit Hub; Suspect Is Held

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 16:30:12

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. The suspect had an explosive device strapped to him, a city official said. Four injuries have been reported.

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Live New York subway explosion: police name injured suspect

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 16:30:15

One suspect Akayed Ullah taken into custody after explosion near Port Authority in Manhattan. Follow live updates

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 16:45:12

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONWatch live: Women accusing Trump of sexual misconduct speak at news conference NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENTMeryl Streep, Emma Stone and Nicole Kidman react to 2018 Golden Globe nominations PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. SenateFrom Washington

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4 Hurt as Blast Hits New York Transit Hub; Suspect Is Held

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 17:00:44

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. The suspect had an explosive device strapped to him, a city official said. Four injuries have been reported.

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 17:00:53

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California history These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise Polluted air and health problems expected to linger ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONWatch live: Women accusing Trump of sexual misconduct speak at news conference NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENTMeryl Streep, Emma Stone and Nicole Kidman react to 2018 Golden Globe nominations PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law Op-EdThe evangelical slippery slope, from Ronald Reagan to Roy MooreFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 17:30:18

As the blaze spread westward into the mountains, it grew the blaze to at least 230,000 acres, putting it in the top five of California’s largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California historySanta Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENTMeryl Streep, Emma Stone and Nicole Kidman react to 2018 Golden Globe nominations PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law Op-EdThe evangelical slippery slope, from Ronald Reagan to Roy Moore PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. SenateFrom Washington

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Manhattan subway explosion Mayor: ’This was an attempted terrorist attack’

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 17:45:08

Four total injuries reported following blast on subway near Port Authority at 42nd Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 17:45:11

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires At 230,000 acres, Thomas fire is now the fifth-largest wildfire in modern California historySanta Barbara County is under siege as fire crews fight to keep the destructive blaze from the region’s picturesque beach communities. These are the Santa Barbara schools that will be closed until after the New Year Otherworldly scenes unfold as Thomas fire burns Before and after images show devastation Wildfires scorch a hole through Southern California's mythology of paradise NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENTMeryl Streep, Emma Stone and Nicole Kidman react to 2018 Golden Globe nominations PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law Op-EdThe evangelical slippery slope, from Ronald Reagan to Roy Moore PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. SenateFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 18:15:40

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire Residents return to rubble as fire crews make progress on San Diego and Los Angeles wildfires NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENT2018 Golden Globes snub Jordan Peele but surprise with a nod for USA's 'The Sinner' PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law Op-EdThe evangelical slippery slope, from Ronald Reagan to Roy Moore PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. SenateFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 19:15:10

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Redding firefighter who suffered broken leg while battling Thomas fire ’is in good spirits’ Weaker winds expected as fire crews continue to battle Thomas fire NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENT2018 Golden Globes snub Jordan Peele but surprise with a nod for USA's 'The Sinner' PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law Op-EdThe evangelical slippery slope, from Ronald Reagan to Roy Moore PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. SenateFrom Washington

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Manhattan subway explosion Mayor says ’this was an attempted terrorist attack’

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 19:30:12

Four total injuries reported following blast on subway near Port Authority at 42nd Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 19:45:12

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Redding firefighter who suffered broken leg while battling Thomas fire ’is in good spirits’ NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say ENTERTAINMENTMany on social media aren't happy with the Golden Globes director nominations, citing a lack of diversity PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights law Op-EdThe evangelical slippery slope, from Ronald Reagan to Roy Moore PoliticsFive things we already know about California's races for governor and U.S. SenateFrom Washington

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Terrorism Cited in Times Square Transit Blast; Suspect Is Held

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 20:00:13

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. The suspect had an explosive device strapped to him, a city official said. Four injuries have been reported.

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 20:00:18

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Redding firefighter who suffered broken leg while battling Thomas fire ’is in good spirits’ NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say L.A. NowU.N. monitor on extreme poverty tours skid row in L.A. ENTERTAINMENTMany on social media aren't happy with the Golden Globes director nominations, citing a lack of diversity California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights lawFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 20:15:12

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Redding firefighter who suffered broken leg while battling Thomas fire ’is in good spirits’ ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say L.A. NowU.N. monitor on extreme poverty tours skid row in L.A. California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something PoliticsGhost of Justice Scalia looms as Supreme Court debates religion and civil rights lawFrom Washington

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Manhattan subway explosion Mayor says ’this was an attempted terrorist attack’

The Guardian  11/Dec/2017 20:30:58

Four total injuries reported following blast on subway near Port Authority in Manhattan

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 20:30:59

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say L.A. NowU.N. monitor on extreme poverty tours skid row in L.A. California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegationsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 21:00:18

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegations COMPANY TOWNFox's Stacey Snider and Dana Walden could exit following a sale to Disney California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do somethingFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 21:45:11

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist NATIONPolls in Alabama are all over the map. Why's it so hard to know who's ahead? BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegations NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities say California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do somethingFrom Washington

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NYC bombing suspect says he was acting in name of ISIS

NBC News  11/Dec/2017 22:15:09

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 22:15:12

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito Difficult terrain presents challenges for firefighters battling Thomas fire ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegations TechnologyNetflix's 'creepy' tweet is a reminder of how closely it's watching us California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities sayFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 22:30:17

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito Ash and silence blanket beach community of Summerland ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegations TechnologyNetflix's 'creepy' tweet is a reminder of how closely it's watching us California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities sayFrom Washington

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Terrorism Cited in Times Square Transit Blast; Suspect Is Held

New York Times  11/Dec/2017 23:00:40

Two of Manhattan’s busiest subway stations were evacuated after an explosion at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. Officials said the suspect told them he was inspired by ISIS attacks in Europe. Four injuries have been reported.

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 23:15:12

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Firefighters ready to protect homes in Montecito should the Thomas fire bear down Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegations TechnologyNetflix's 'creepy' tweet is a reminder of how closely it's watching us California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something NATIONSuspect in N.Y. blast had pipe bomb strapped to body, was among 4 injured, authorities sayFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  11/Dec/2017 23:30:14

Firefighters struggle to contain the blaze after it races west over the Ventura County line and explodes to 230,500 acres overnight. It is in the top 5 of California's largest modern fires. Live updates: Track key details of all the major fires in Southern California Here are maps showing all the major fires in Southern California Firefighters ready to protect homes in Montecito should the Thomas fire bear down Despite lagging winds, monstrous Thomas fire still threatens Carpinteria, Montecito ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPentagon to allow transgender people to enlist BUSINESSMario Batali steps away from 'The Chew' and his restaurants after sexual misconduct allegations TechnologyNetflix's 'creepy' tweet is a reminder of how closely it's watching us California JournalRobin Abcarian: Trump's accusers are back, and this time they're demanding that Congress do something NATIONWhite House says New York bombing attempt spotlights need for immigration reformFrom Washington

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