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Take Two® FOR December 20, 2017

The latest on the Republican tax bill, rebuilding after a fire, avocado farms affected by fires

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Here's what the final GOP tax plan means for California

Golden Staters typically deduct an average of $18,400 for state and local taxes from their federal tax bill. The GOP plan would limit that to $10,000.
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California's GOP lawmakers could face political backlash for their tax bill votes

The tax bill got by with a little help from California's Republicans. But their votes might come back to haunt them in 2018.
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Why homeowners keep rebuilding their homes in fire areas

The fire in Ventura County is just the most recent in a catastrophic wildfire season that's reignited a longstanding debate
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California avocado crop is in recovery after Thomas fire

​California is known for its avocados, but with the Thomas fire burning through the state's agricultural areas, many orchards have been charred.
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It's rare to have 2 jersey numbers retired, unless you're Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant was given a unique honor on Monday. Both of the jersey numbers he wore in his career with the Lakers were retired by the organization.
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Rural homeless vets: Hidden from view and often ignored

For veterans without a home, it looks different being in a rural area versus an urban environment.
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Dining out with family this holiday? Here's the chain restaurant for you

Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema has some advice on the best and the worst of chain restaurant fare
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