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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer of Oregon to lead the Labor Department. She was one of a few Republicans who support the pro-union PRO Act.

The decision resolves a long-running legal dispute between the Department of Justice and TikTok. But experts say President-elect Donald Trump will now have considerable sway over the platform's future in the U.S.

LA County's fire chief said people in evacuated areas won't be able to return home until at least Thursday due to the next round of fire danger. Meanwhile, authorities are investigating more deaths.

The international company that owns the American brands is struggling with a glut of unsold cars and smaller profits. The layoffs could have ripple effects through its U.S. workforce of 52,000.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said that it has received notification of 10 fire-related deaths as firefighters battle multiple blazes for a third consecutive night.

The Port of San Diego and San Diego Working Waterfront are organizing the 34th annual Operation Clean Sweep on August 24, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Volunteers are invited to help remove trash and debris from San Diego Bay and its surrounding waterways. Last year, nearly 1,000 volunteers collected 10.5 tons of trash, including items like shopping carts, bicycles, and even household appliances. This year, the event is expecting over 1,100 volunteers who can choose cleanup sites around the bay, including locations like Barrio Logan, Coronado, and Seaport Village. After the event, an after-party will be held on Shelter Island, featuring free meals, entertainment, and activities. Operation Clean Sweep is a community-driven effort aimed at preserving the health and beauty of San Diego Bay. The San Diego Working Waterfront, representing 800 local businesses, and the Port of San Diego emphasize the importance of this initiative for the environment. Volunteers will receive free t-shirts and cleaning supplies, and the event is supported by several sponsors, including the Port of San Diego, San Diego Gas & Electric, and the U.S. Navy. Public Sites: 1. Shelter Island / Half Moon Marina: 2323 Shelter Island Dr. San Diego, CA 92106 2. Barrio Logan: 2049 Main St, San Diego, CA 92113 - Family Friendly Cleanup Location 3. Marina View Park: 900 Marina Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910 - Family Friendly Cleanup Location 4. Pier 32 Marina: 3201 Marina Way, National City, CA 91950 - Adult Only Cleanup Location; wear boots or closed toe shoes 5. Pepper Park: 3299 Tidelands Ave National City, CA 91950 - Family Friendly Cleanup Location For more information visit: sdworkingwaterfront.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The 4th Annual Filipino-American Friendship Festival San Diego (F3SD) is a cultural event commemorating the day the Treaty of Manila was signed on July 4, 1946. It relinquished U.S. sovereignty over the Philippines and recognized the independence of the Republic of the Philippines. This one-day event features cultural arts, history, food, live performances, interactive activities and will promote health and wellness. Exhibitors will include Filipino/API small businesses and community based organizations providing information for programs and resources. Visit: API Initiative

Dozens of people have also been injured in a major winter storm spanning from Ohio to Washington, D.C. Up to a foot of snow is expected in some areas, and hundreds of thousands of people are without power.

The negotiations in Busan, South Korea, were supposed to be the fifth and final round to produce the first legally binding treaty on plastics pollution, including in the oceans, by the end of 2024.

Raising a person's ordinary core temperature by just 7 degrees Fahrenheit puts them at high risk of death.