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[kal-uh-fawrn-yuh, -fawr-nee-uh] / ˌkæl əˈfɔrn jə, -ˈfɔr ni ə /


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Still, experts say El Niño does tilt the odds for a rainier-than-normal winter for Southern California, and that officials across the state should be preparing for the prospect of a stormy winter.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

The California tax incentive excludes above-the-line costs and has a per-project cap, whereas New Jersey’s incentive includes above-the-line costs and doesn’t have a per-project cap.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

A heat advisory for much of Southern California aside from the coast expired at 8 p.m. on Sunday, but temperatures on Monday will still sizzle in some areas.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

Notably, the very strong 2015-16 El Niño did not result in above-average rain for Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 10, 2026

About thirty Americans in Sonoma, California, declare an independent republic, breaking away from Mexico’s control.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis



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