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California cities seek to bless polyamorous unions. Lawyers warn it will get messy in court
Apr 25, 2026 - Us 
West Hollywood is among the cities moving to formally recognize and protect multi-partner relationships, an effort that backers say addresses housing and healthcare discrimination. Lawyers who navigate the system for divorces, custody disputes and family court battles say it will be complicated.
DEC still investigating chemical odor reported across WNY
Apr 25, 2026 - Us 
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is investigating a chemical odor that's been reported in multiple communities across Erie County that many residents describe as a chlorine- or bleach-like smell. "It smells like chlorine, but it seemed a much stronger smell than the chlorine, like a chemical type, way [...]
Rebecca Grossman, ex-boyfriend were racing when 2 boys were killed in crosswalk, lawyer alleges
Apr 25, 2026 - Us
Rebecca Grossman and her ex-boyfriend were racing their cars while intoxicated when she struck and killed two young brothers, an attorney for the boys' parents told a jury Friday.
Pratt and Raman lead Bass in latest fundraising for L.A. mayoral race
Apr 24, 2026 - Us
Reality television star Spencer Pratt raised more in donations since Jan. 1 than the other mayoral candidates, according to city figures. Councilmember Nithya Raman and Mayor Karen Bass were close behind.
Are there mini-volcanoes along California's coast? The Times investigates
Apr 24, 2026 - Us
What appeared to be a mini-volcano erupted with fire and smoke along Santa Barbara's coast Thursday. But experts say there are no volcanos in this area. What caused the fiery reaction?
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