A Miami jury found Tesla partly liable in a 2019 crash involving autopilot mode, awarding $243 million to the victims. The case stemmed from a 2019 Florida crash that killed an 18-year-old passenger after a Model 3, reportedly operating on Autopilot, slammed into a tree and burst into flames. [Associated Press] At Pacifica’s World Dog Surfing Championships, talented dogs of various breeds impressed thousands of spectators with their wave-riding skills. Judges scored balance, ride time, and tricks as teams like Charlie’s “Dream Team” wowed the crowd with tandem surfing. (No word yet on Sonoma County’s Ugliest Dog Contest winner.) [KGO]

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