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Politics

Where the Voting Rights Act stands after the Supreme Court punts on a Louisiana case

Hansi Lo Wang

The Supreme Court delayed ruling on a Louisiana congressional redistricting case that some legal experts say could end up further weakening protections against maps that dilute minority voters' power.
Economy

Less bang for your buck: Even the July 4 fireworks may be hit by tariffs this year

Scott Horsley

Fans of fireworks may face higher prices this Fourth of July. That's because most fireworks are made in China and importers now have to pay tariffs of at least 30%.
Defense says Combs led 'swinger's lifestyle,' was not coercive

Anastasia Tsioulcas

Defense lawyer Marc Agnifilo called the tumultuous relationship between Combs and singer Cassie Ventura "a great modern love story," and sought to dismantle the credibility of key witnesses.
Arts & Culture

Ready, set, geek: 5 streaming picks to power up for Comic-Con

Alexandra Bacaj

Comic-Con returns to San Diego on July 24. Here's how to get in the spirit early with streaming shows that celebrate cosplay, comics sci-fi and more.
Border & Immigration

Afghan refugee detained by ICE at San Diego hearing faces deportation

Andrew Dyer

The man's asylum case was dismissed by a San Diego immigration judge Thursday. He worked with the U.S. military during its occupation of Afghanistan and fled the country after the Taliban killed his brother in 2023.
Afghan refugee detained by ICE at San Diego hearing faces deportation

The Afghan refugee detained after his first asylum hearing in San Diego this month is one step closer to being deported. KPBS military reporter Andrew Dyer says he’s one of thousands of Afghans seeking asylum in the U.S. from the Taliban.