Here are the stories TIME is watching this Thursday, May 15:
Wildfires are burning in Southern California, destroying 30 homes and forcing thousands to evacuate. The Daily Mail released audio of Sterling criticizing Barack Obama and threatening to go to the Supreme Court in order to keep the Clippers. Fast food workers across the world are striking for higher wages. A cat saves the day, fighting off a viscous dog that was attacking a four-year-old boy. The Brief is published daily on weekdays.
Wildfire Rages Near San Diego
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