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Los Angeles TimesSaturday, 4 July 2026

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WHAT DO 250 YEARS MEAN TO YOU?

We asked the people of Los Angeles how they feel about this milestone — and their hopes for the country’s future.

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Caltrans OKs transfer of stretch of rugged Mendocino County coast to tribes.

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California already strong in 1776

Region was thriving when 13 colonies got their act together, Patt Morrison writes.

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World Cup win for L.A. business

The competition has been a boon for the local company providing staff uniforms.

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