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This would be the first public weapons test since US-North Korea talks collapsed in February. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Pfq9Kq

The bus had been carrying German tourists when it plunged off a road near the town of Caniço. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VYYobq

Police arrest a man carrying petrol and lighters who entered St Patrick's Cathedral in New York. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Uovpwr

Students were invited to spit on, and use a knife to cut, the Ohio pastor during a church event. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VPjeu0

Two-time president Alan García shot himself as police came to arrest him over corruption claims. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2v8Zt4G

She says her father suggested the role to her, but she told him she was happy in her work. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Pibfmy

Sol Pais died in an apparent suicide after sparking a manhunt over threats made against Denver schools. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Dh681q

All eight infants now have fully functioning immune systems after undergoing treatment, say experts. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UJEg0w

Sadaf Khadem believes she could be held for breaking Iran's dress code during a bout in France. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2KJMNfg

France is to invite architects from around the world to submit ideas for the fire-ravaged cathedral. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VVUEYB

In a high-profile case, Borce Ristevski spent years denying that he had killed his wife Karen. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Uoq9Zx

The Indian airline suspends all of its domestic and international flights as it seeks further funding. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2IrlwME

As the US moves to expand indefinite detention for asylum seekers, here's what you need to know. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2ZgXYPM

Paulette was threatened with deportation to Jamaica despite living in the UK for 50 years. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Pe2x9b

A team of conservators are working to breathe new life into a collection of Buddha statues destroyed by the Taliban from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2GswGP7

Former US first lady Michelle Obama talks about the Notre-Dame fire during her Paris book tour. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2PgFNFB

With more than 190 million Indonesians voting in the general election, it hasn't been easy getting ballot boxes to everyone. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UKk3rp

Arguably the world's biggest boy band, BTS open up about their "struggles and tears". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2v7IDDo

The two were missing for 26 hours but were spotted by a search plane flying overhead. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VM8iNO

Kakapos were one of New Zealand's most common birds, but they are now on the brink of extinction. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2PcKy2T

A project on Indian farmers helped an Italian man win Photographer of the Year at the Sony awards. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2IsCSZA

A child known as Baby A became the subject of a high court case that has prompted Kenya to start changing its approach to intersex children. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UJv4ZW

Nicaraguans in Costa Rica face a backlash from those angry about the growing numbers seeking refuge. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Zjgh6V

Automation could wipe out many jobs in developing countries, says globalisation expert Ian Goldin. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UqDyAi

Nusrat was set on fire after accusing her headmaster of sexual harassment, but spoke out before dying. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2PfKdwl

Bill Shorten could become the nation's sixth leader since 2013 if he wins an election next month. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2IpVo54

The City of Laguna Beach will keep the American flag design on its police cars. from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2V7UvnB

Girls at an Iowa high school are asking for privacy in their bathrooms after a male who says he's a female began using the female facility.  from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2GiXU9D

CBN News has learned the San Antonio City Council may revisit its vote to ban Chick-fil-A from the San Antonio International Airport.  from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2vb9DSB

A medical doctor looks at the crucifixion of Christ and reveals what Jesus endured physically on the Cross. from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2IL6ocH

Denver-area public schools will be closed Wednesday as authorities search for a young Florida woman who flew to the city and bought a gun after becoming "infatuated" with the mass shooting at Columbine High School. from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2PeCpec

Chuck Konzelman, director of the Pure Flix movie “Unplanned,” revealed to Congress this week that nearly 100 abortion clinic workers have sought to leave their jobs after seeing the pro-life film. from CBNNews.com http://bit.ly/2Pcdh84

Chris Christie dishes on Trump's 'boldest move'    Washington Examiner North Korea Reveals Test-Firing Of New Tactical Guided Weapon    NPR North Korea says it tested a 'powerful warhead'    CNBC North Korea tests 'tactical' weapon, report says    CNN Trump Needs Them to Be Friends, But Japan and South Korea Feud    Bloomberg View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://washex.am/2UIUZAY

University freshman in upstate NY dead after suspected fraternity hazing    Auburn Citizen 18-year-old college freshman dies six days after suspected hazing incident    CNN University at Buffalo student dies 6 days after injury in potential hazing    USA TODAY University of Buffalo freshman dies after alleged hazing incident    New York Post College freshman found dead in suspected fraternity hazing in Buffalo    WBNG-TV View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2KPGIOv

Appalachian Regional Prescription Opioid Strike Force takedown: Dozens arrested across 11 states    CBS News Doctors in seven states charged with prescribing pain killers for cash, sex    The Washington Post Nearly 60 Doctors, Pharmacists, Medical Workers Charged In Major Opioid Bust    NPR 60 doctors, nurses charged with illegally prescribing opioids    CBS News Doctors Accused of Trading Opioid Prescriptions for Sex and Cash    The New York Times View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://cbsn.ws/2IrSPz8

Man caught with 2 gas cans entering St. Patrick's Cathedral in NYC, police say    Fox News Man with gas cans arrested at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York    NBC News Man arrested after carrying gasoline cans into St. Patrick’s Cathedral: sources    New York Daily News Man in custody after walking into St. Patrick’s Cathedral with gas cans, lighters    New York Post Man with gas cans at New York's St. Patrick's Cathedral taken into custody by NYPD    CNBC View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://fxn.ws/2UJvDmO

Notre Dame fundraisers inspire donations to black churches burned in Louisiana    Vox.com After Notre Dame fire, a GoFundMe ensured black churches burned in Louisiana got $1 million, too    The Washington Post Twitter campaign raises over $1M for 3 historically black Louisiana churches after fires    Fox News Why the Notre Dame fire is getting the attention America's burned black churches never could    NBC News Black churches destroyed by arson see huge spike in donations after Notre Dame fire    The Independent View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2GhNpU4

New York Courts Set Rules For ICE Arrests In State Courthouses    NPR NY Courts: ICE Arrests in Courts Need Judicial Warrant    TIME NY courts block ICE from arresting undocumented immigrants in their buildings    New York Post View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://n.pr/2DdMQKj

U.K. diver who helped save Thai soccer team is rescued from Tennessee cave    NBC News Diver who helped rescue trapped Thai boys is rescued from underwater Tennessee cave    Fox News British diver who helped rescue Thai soccer team rescued from Tennessee cave | TheHill    The Hill Jackson County cave rescue successful, diver who helped rescue soccer team in Thailand safe    The Tennessean Cave diver who helped save Thai soccer team is rescued from Tennessee cave    CNN View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://nbcnews.to/2Is6t5D

Vox Sentences: Another Trump veto    Vox.com Trump's Yemen veto sets stage for potential Supreme Court confrontation    CNN America’s War in Yemen Is Plainly Unconstitutional    National Review Trump’s Yemen Principles    The Wall Street Journal Trump’s veto over Yemen is a scandalous abuse of presidential power    The Guardian View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2Xk9Oa3

Dazzling 20-carat blue diamond likely worth millions    New York Daily News Rare 20-carat blue diamond surfaces in Botswana    ABC News Botswana Unveils Biggest Blue Diamond Yet Found in Country    Bloomberg Rare 20-carat blue diamond just unveiled, graded higher in clarity than the Hope Diamond    CBS News View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2VaTxqD

Nicaragua refugees: 'I don't understand why people hate us'    BBC News One year ago, on 18 April 2018, Nicaraguans took to the streets to protest against proposed changes to the country's social security system. The protests soon ... View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://bbc.in/2v9S2Ky

Pinterest prices public offering at $19 per share    Alabama's News Leader Pinterest Prices I.P.O. at $19 a Share, for a $12.7 Billion Valuation    The New York Times Pinterest Prices IPO at $19 a Share    The Wall Street Journal Pinterest prices IPO at $19, valuing social media company at $10 billion    CNBC Pinterest, Zoom make public debut — What to know in markets Thursday    Yahoo Finance View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2Dk4Cf3

Carl's Jr. will have a special $4.20 CBD burger for 4/20. Here's where to get it.    USA TODAY Why Carl's Jr. is testing out a CBD burger    CNN Carl's Jr. debuts CBD Burger for 4/20    Business Insider Carl's Jr. to debut CBD-infused burger at Denver location on 4/20    KOAA 5 Carl's Jr. Selling CBD-Infused Burger On April 20    CBS Philly View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2UF1mFH

The 2020 Subaru Outback Is the Best One Yet    Outside All-New 2020 Subaru Outback | New Model Walkaround    Subaru The 2020 Subaru Outback Gets a 260 HP Boxer Engine And a Giant Tablet Screen    Jalopnik 2020 Subaru Outback Onyx Turbo - All The Official Details!    Driving Sports TV With its 2020 Outback, Subaru bets on turbo engines and big screens    Engadget View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2vbSHLL

A goddess inspired a Taiwanese billionaire to follow Trump's example    CNN Terry Gou's Taiwan presidential run fuels rally in Foxconn shares    CNA View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://cnn.it/2IMs20b

Samsung speaks up about broken Galaxy Fold review units    Engadget Hands On With the Samsung Galaxy Fold    PCMag My Samsung Galaxy Fold screen broke after just a day    The Verge 7 Most Surprising Things About the Samsung Galaxy Fold (Good and Bad)    Tom's Guide Samsung's Galaxy Fold is breaking for some early users    CNN View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://engt.co/2UEMcjA

Facebook says it 'unintentionally uploaded' 1.5 million users' email contacts without permission    CNBC Facebook 'unintentionally uploaded' email contacts from 1.5M users    CNET Facebook says it 'unintentionally uploaded' 1.5 million people's email contacts without their consent    Business Insider Facebook Asked Some Users for Their Email Passwords, Then 'Unintentionally Uploaded' 1.5 Million Contact Lists Without Consent    Gizmodo Facebook collected email contacts of 1.5 million users without permission    Axios View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://cnb.cx/2PiHzWq

Facebook confirms it’s working on an AI voice assistant for Portal and Oculus products    The Verge Facebook working on creepy new voice assistant nobody wants or needs    Boing Boing Facebook is developing its own Alexa-like voice assistant that nobody asked for    BGR Facebook confirms plans for voice assistant to match Siri, Alexa & Google Assistant    AppleInsider Facebook to Take On Alexa, Siri and Google With Rival Assistant - Report    TheStreet.com View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2XjoDK1

50-inch Surface Hub 2S: $8,999, shipping in June; 85-inch version next year    Ars Technica Microsoft Surface Hub 2 hands-on: a $9K PC on wheels    The Verge Microsoft’s more portable Surface Hub 2S ships in June for $9,000    TechCrunch Hands on with the Surface Hub 2S    Neowin Microsoft’s Surface Hub 2 hands-on: a collaborative PC for the future    The Verge View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2KMUlhA

'Homecoming' Puts Beyoncé Back in the Grammy Race    Billboard Beyoncé Drops Surprise Live Coachella Album 'Homecoming'    Yahoo Entertainment ‘Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé’ Review: Beychella Comes to Netflix with a Bang    IndieWire Everything We Learned from Beyonce's Homecoming Documentary    Entertainment Tonight View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2GuHeNK

HBO teases us with new images from episode 2 of the final season of ‘Game of Thrones’    BGR 8 Interesting Fan Theories About The Night King On "Game Of Thrones"    BuzzFeed 14 Photos from Game of Thrones Season 8, Episode 2 Were Just Unleashed    TVweb Game of Thrones season 8: 'What is this s**t?' Jon Snow star reveals reaction to show    Express Sansa Vs. Daenerys Is The Season 8 Surprise Game Of Thrones Definitely Needed    Cinema Blend View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2v8wWwe

Abby Lee Miller Reveals Spinal Scar on 1 Year Anniversary of Surgery    E! NEWS Abby Lee Miller Shares Raw Photo of Her Spinal Surgery Scar, Blasts Doctors Who 'Misdiagnosed' Her    PEOPLE.com Abby Lee Miller Shows Shaved Head and Scar 1 Year After Emergency Surgery    Entertainment Tonight 'Dance Moms' Star Abby Lee Miller Shares Emotional Message 1 Year After Spinal Surgery    PopCulture.com Abby Lee Miller reveals spinal surgery scar, slams doctors who 'misdiagnosed' cancer    USA TODAY View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://eonli.ne/2UJA9lg

Justin Bieber Finally Cuts His Hair & Fans Are Freaking Out: ‘This Is Not A Drill’ — See Makeover Pic    Hollywood Life Hailey Bieber Pens Heartfelt Post to Husband Justin Bieber: 'You Make Me Happier Than I’ve Ever Been'    Entertainment Tonight Hailey Bieber May Become Makeup Mogul with 'Bieber Beauty'    Radio.com Shawn Mendes Has Finally Responded To Justin Bieber's Hockey Challenge    Capital FM Justin Bieber CONFIRMS Music Comeback This FRIDAY & Hailey LAUNCHES Beauty Line!    Hollyscoop View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2Zl2WLm

NFL 2019 schedule release: The 10 games we're most looking forward to seeing    Yahoo Sports NFL experts on the 2019 schedule - Picking best matchups and biggest winners    ESPN 2019 NFL schedule release: Date and time for all 256 games in 2019 NFL season, including Bears-Packers opener    CBS Sports 2019 NFL Schedule Released!    NFL The 2019 NFL Schedule Is Here. These Are the Games We’re Pumped For.    The Ringer View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://yhoo.it/2KMnKIE

Must See Revenge Game in the 2019 Season! | NFL Schedule Release    NFL View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RDDoX-4qZ8

2019 NN Community Mock Draft: 3rd Round    Niners Nation All-Trades 2019 NFL Mock Draft - Bill Barnwell proposes 32 wild deals    ESPN Quinnen Williams or Nick Bosa? Take your pick | Time to Schein    CBS Sports Report: A's offered Kyler Murray additional $14M to stick to baseball    AOL Kyler Murray can't play in the NFL and the MLB at the same time - Louis Riddick | First Take    ESPN View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2KWGR2y

Colorado Avalanche's comeback nets 3-2 OT win    Boulder Daily Camera 2019 NHL Playoffs: Bruins pull even in Toronto; Stars crush Predators in must-win Game 4    CBS Sports Colorado Avalanche Playoff Game Day: Making the Most of Home Ice    Mile High Hockey Avalanche rookie Cale Makar on his new home in a Denver hotel, the altitude and the Stanley Cup Playoffs    The Denver Post The Avalanche have slowed down Johnny Gaudreau. But will it stay that way?    The Athletic View full coverage on Google News from Top stories - Google News http://bit.ly/2Xo15nc

Ann Coulter says she’d consider vote for Bernie Sanders Conservative commentator Ann Coulter said she could support Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-VT, in 2020 and even floated the idea of working in his administration if he returned to his earlier stance on immigration. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2VT1RbM

Karl Rove: Months of Democrats demanding redacted Mueller report ahead Republican strategist Karl Rove doesn’t see Thursday’s Mueller report release as the end of a the Trump-Russia collusion narrative, he sees it as “the beginning of the next chapter” via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2IFCJkQ

Terry McAuliffe says he won't run in 2020, wants to tackle 'problems' in Virginia Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe revealed Wednesday he will not be entering the 2020 White House race, saying Virginians want him back in the commonwealth to tackle various “problems” on a state level. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2VT2Ok7

'The Five' on what to expect from the Mueller report “The Five” spent time on Wednesday discussing what to expect from Democrats and the media as Attorney General William Barr releases a redacted version of the Mueller report Thursday. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2UFknrz

Federalist editor says Mueller probe's full origins still require look The Federalist senior editor Mollie Hemingway believes that while people believe it’s important to move on from the Mueller report following Thursday’s expected release, one aspect that should continue to be followed up on is how it all began. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2Zgpc9i

Campaign donations from Ilhan Omar rejected by at least 2 Dems At least two Democrats have reimbursed the campaign contributions made by Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., who has been at the center of numerous controversies since she was sworn in as a freshman congresswoman last January. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2DkFhBx

Top Dem challenges WH adviser Stephen Miller to testify on immigration A top Democrat in Congress on Wednesday challenged White House aide Stephen Miller to testify before the House Oversight and Reform Committee and defend the hardline anti-illegal immigration policies he has championed and, in some cases, engineered. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2VVQnV2

Nadler, Pelosi, other Dems blast DOJ ahead of Mueller report release Democrats in Congress attacked Attorney General William Barr Wednesday evening ahead of the Justice Department's planned release of a redacted version of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and allegations of collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian officials. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2XjMNnR

In Mueller report's release, Trump looks for vindication, but new fights loom Nearly two years of fevered speculation surrounding Special Counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe will come to a head in a dramatic television finale-like moment on Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. ET, when Attorney General Bill Barr and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein are set to stage a press conference to discuss the Mueller report's imminent public release. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2UFGX36

Trump's GOP rival, Bill Weld, on why he should be president  Former Massachusetts Gov. Bill Weld said the country is in grave peril, and he can no longer sit on the sidelines. via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2IsICTl

Just days after flames ravaged the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris , a New Jersey man was arrested Wednesday night after entering St. Patrick's Cathedral carrying two cans of gasoline, lighter fluid and butane lighters, according to the New York Police Department. The unidentified 37-year-old man... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/nation/nationnow/la-na-st-patricks-gas-cans-20190417-story.html>

A shallow magnitude 6.0 earthquake was reported Thursday eight miles from Hualien City, Taiwan, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The temblor occurred Wednesday at 10:01 p.m. Pacific time at a depth of 6.2 miles. The quake shook buildings on the island’s northern capital, Taipei, about 71... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-earthquakesa-earthquake-60-quake-strikes-near-hualien-city-taiwan-lf3a-story.html>

A few days ago, the Angels arrived in Texas soaring. They were getting injured teammate Mike Trout back in the lineup, they had won seven of eight games and they owned a bullpen that had surrendered the second-fewest runs in the major leagues. Then they ran into the Texas Rangers, a group that... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/angels/la-sp-angels-rangers-20190417-story.html>

In its first public display of military might since nuclear talks with the United States collapsed in February, North Korea has test-fired a new “tactical guided weapon,” state media reported. The country’s leader, Kim Jong Un, presided over the testing of the unidentified weapon Wednesday and... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/world/la-fg-north-korea-test-fire-guided-weapon-20190417-story.html>

A shallow magnitude 3.1 earthquake was reported Wednesday evening five miles from Parkfield, Calif., according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake occurred at 8:15 p.m. Pacific time at a depth of 0 miles. According to the USGS, the epicenter was 18 miles from Coalinga, 21 miles from Paso Robles... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-california-earthquake-parkfield-20190417-story.html>

They were modest brick buildings, without soaring Gothic spires, elaborate rosette windows or roofs carved of 12th century timber. But the three houses of worship that burned down over the last month in a rural part of south Louisiana were longtime pillars of their African American congregations.... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/nation/la-na-louisiana-black-church-fundraiser-notre-dame-20190417-20190417-story.html>

Walker Buehler and Sonny Gray are strikingly similar in personality. They are easygoing yet competitive, polite yet to the point. They are products of Vanderbilt, the Nashville university that has as rich a baseball tradition as any school in the country. Buehler, 24, outdueled Gray, 29, on Wednesday... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/la-sp-dodgers-walker-buehler-sonny-gray-vanderbilt-20190417-story.html>

SERIES The Big Bang Theory Recent Oscar winner Regina King (“If Beale Street Could Talk”) reprises her guest role as Caltech human-resources administrator Janine Davis in this new episode. 8 p.m. CBS Superstore Amy (America Ferrera) uses the store’s security system to spy on coworkers she suspects... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/tv/la-et-st-0418-whats-on-tv-thursday-gotham-bane-startalk-george-rr-martin-20190418-story.html>

The beloved San Francisco attraction “Beach Blanket Babylon,” which bills itself as “the longest-running musical revue in the world,” announced Wednesday that after 45 years, the show will hold its final curtain call at the end of the year. Producer Jo Shuman Silver told the cast and crew earlier... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-beach-blanket-babylon-final-show-date-20190417-story.html>

Two of the Clippers’ rookie guards have developed chemistry in a short period of time together, the proof of that on display in a crucial moment when Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Landry Shamet worked in unison to provide their team with the shot heard around the NBA . It all started with veteran... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/clippers/la-sp-clippers-report-20190417-story.html>

When the Kings hired soft-spoken John Stevens to replace hard-driving Darryl Sutter two years ago, they said Stevens was the right guy to be their coach because he had “innovative and creative” ideas for generating the scoring they needed without compromising their staunch defensive play. “We believe... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/kings/la-sp-todd-mclellan-kings-rob-blake-20190417-story.html>

The remote control in Todd McLellan’s living room got a good workout over the winter and early spring. From the comfort of his home in picturesque Kelowna, Canada, in the Pacific Northwest, McLellan watched all 31 NHL teams. His attention gravitated toward the Kings as their season deteriorated,... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/kings/la-sp-kings-coach-todd-mclellan-20190417-story.html>

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti used his annual State of the City address Wednesday to make an extended sales pitch for Measure EE, a new tax for public schools that faces sharp opposition from the region’s business groups. Garcetti, who has put significant political capital into passage of the... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-mayor-eric-garcetti-state-of-the-city-20190417-story.html>

The Clippers will celebrate the 35th anniversary of their announcement that they were moving to Los Angeles next month. The team’s playoff run likely will be over by then but for the first time since the Clippers moved here fans might finally be ready to embrace them as one of their own. The road... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/clippers/la-sp-clippers-anniversary-20190417-story.html>

Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe won't run for president in 2020, meaning establishment, centrist Democrats will have one less option in a nominating free-for-all that so far has highlighted the party's leftward shift. McAuliffe said Wednesday night that instead of joining a crowded Democratic... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-na-pol-terry-mcauliffe-20190417-story.html>

The doctors told John Jackson Jr. and his family that his upcoming surgery had been honed in the crucible of war. If a soldier’s brain was wounded in battle, they would open his skull and remove a slice to relieve pressure. That piece of cranium would then be inserted into the stomach, preserved... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/usc/la-sp-usc-football-john-jackson-family-20190417-story.html>

USC quarterback Matt Fink has entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal, Fink’s father, Mike, told the Los Angeles Times on Wednesday. Fink, who will be a redshirt junior next season, spent 2018 as the backup to then-freshman JT Daniels. With a new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/usc/la-sp-matt-fink-usc-football-transfer-20190417-story.html>

Four active players had hit more than four home runs against one team entering play Wednesday. Milwaukee Brewers slugger Christian Yelich, last year’s National League most valuable player, led the group with eight against the St. Louis Cardinals. Three others were tied at five home runs apiece:... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/angels/la-sp-angels-pitchers-rangers-joey-gallo-20190417-story.html>

Santa Margarita is surging in high school baseball with an eight-game win streak while trying to secure second place in the Trinity League. There’s still four games to go, but the Eagles are 19-8 overall and 7-4 in league after an 8-3 win over St. John Bosco on Wednesday. Spence Edwards struck... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/highschool/varsity-times/la-sp-vti-prep-baseball-roundup-20190417-story.html>

As the Rams prepare for the NFL draft, The Times will examine their roster. Part 5 of 8: Offensive line. Throughout the last two seasons, no NFL offensive line could match the Rams in terms of cohesion. The starting lineup was the same in every game in 2017 except for the finale, when coach Sean... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-nfl-draft-offensive-line-20190417-story.html>

Saúl Álvarez ha unido fuerzas con LeBron James... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times https://lat.ms/2IrYo0H

The Rams’ road to the Super Bowl last season was not easy. It included a stretch of three consecutive road games, a last-minute location change for an International Series game in Mexico and consecutive December road trips to the cold Midwest. The travel might be tougher this season. After avoiding... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-schedule-20190417-story.html>

Gavin Newsom’s whirlwind start as California governor has been punctuated by a contemptuous feud with President Trump, a politically risky ban on the death penalty and an occasional backtrack or stumble. But he says his first 100 days as governor have been driven by an “in the weeds” mind-set and... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/politics/la-pol-ca-gavin-newsom-interview-20190417-story.html>

Along with a bunch of Sundays, they’ll play on a Thursday, Monday and maybe a Saturday too. They’ll play five teams that were in the 2018 postseason, including Kansas City twice. And one of those games against the Chiefs will be in Mexico City. “I don’t make the schedule,” Chargers coach Anthony... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/la-sp-chargers-schedule-20190417-story.html>

Susan Orlean is a prolific writer and author of seven books, including her most recent, “The Library Book,” which tells the story of a “devastating” fire at the Los Angeles Central Library. Sitting down for a video chat at the L.A. Times Festival of Books, Orleans talked about developing an appreciation... from latimes.com - Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/books/la-et-fob-video-susan-orlean-20190417-story.html>