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. DROUGHT-LAWN REMOVAL

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California adds $350 million to fund hugely popular cash-for-grass program.

2. FUGITIVE POLICEMAN

Fired Los Angeles officer charged with killing man during off-duty fight arrested in Mexico and deported to U.S.

3. WAGE GAP

State Senate advances law designed to make sure women are paid equally for the work they perform

4. NBA WESTERN CONFERENCE

Golden State Warriors have another chance to close out the Houston Rockets and advance to the franchise’s first NBA Finals in 40 years.

5. TRIPLETS

Newport Beach triplets are all accepted to Massachusetts Institute of Technology.