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When the Army Corps of Engineers decided to release billions of gallons of water from two California dams,

it sparked conflict from local officials.

Ian James reports a newly released government memo reveals how the Army Corps responded to President Trump's order.

When words spread that the dams would be opened, water managers and how the Army Corps responded to President Trump's order.

When words spread that the dams would be opened,

water managers and lawmakers across the state voiced deep concerns.

The water release allegedly risks flooding and wasting critical supply,

with many fearing it could threaten farming areas in the San Joaquin Valley. Trump says the water would help with post-fire needs in LA, but local officials say they don't need it.

And that the state, not the federal government, controls the aqueducts.

Baby Great White Sharks are reportedly cruising our shorelines, but scientists say there's no need to fear.

Reporter Jack Dolan shares his experience in documenting a crew of Cal State Long Beach marine biologists who are studying these famous predators.

On a morning near Huntington Beach, Dolan witnessed dozens of surfers

sharing the water with at least six juvenile great whites. Instead of showing interest in the beachgoers,

they fed on stingrays and used the water as more of a safe space away from larger predators.

Thanks to advanced tracking technology,

scientists are learning these sharks aren't as interested in humans as we thought.

Roger Vinson reports that shopping centers are welcoming dentists and other medical businesses like never before.

It's part of a big trend called MedTale, where medical

care meets retail. During the pandemic, many retail businesses were closing, and in turn,

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