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California landed in the middle of a new state livability ranking as its gubernatorial race heated up and an NBA star who finished his career in Sacramento called it quits. Here’s a quick look at the top stories from the day.
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- California ranked 31st among the best states to live in, according to a WalletHub comparison of all 50 states using 51 key indicators. The Golden State finished last in affordability and 38th in safety, but placed 2nd in quality of life and 15th in economy. Idaho topped the list, while New Mexico came in last.
- Democratic gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra vowed to avoid “inflated” campaign promises during a Tuesday appearance at the Politico Summit in Sacramento. The former attorney general floated a target of 200,000 new homes per year and pitched a two-hour “power hour” of free midday electricity for low-income residents. Becerra led Republican rival Steve Hilton 61% to 36% in a poll conducted in early July.
- NBA point guard Russell Westbrook announced his retirement in a social media video Wednesday, closing out a Hall of Fame career at age 37. Westbrook spent his final season with the Sacramento Kings on a minimum contract, averaging 15.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.3 steals in 64 games. The nine-time All-Star and 2017 MVP holds the NBA’s all-time record for triple-doubles with 209.
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