5 California Things to Know for Today

Your daily look at late-breaking California news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:

1. US SENATE RACE

Candidate Loretta Sanchez apologizes after a videotape shows her making a whooping cry in reference to Native Americans.

2. POLICE SHOOTING

San Diego police officer wounded, suspect killed after freeway pursuit, foot chase.

3. BASE JUMPING DEATHS

Climber-adventurer Dean Potter and friend killed in wingsuit jump from promontory in Yosemite National Park.

4. CLIPPERS

Los Angeles Clippers’ Game 7 loss to Houston Rockets ends franchise’s bid for first NBA Western Conference finals appearance.

5. BET AWARDS

Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj each receive six nominations for the BET Awards to be presented next month in Los Angeles.