Racing in choppy waters

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( Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times )

Sailboats race in the Thursday night beer can race in Newport Harbor in Newport Beach. The Harbor Patrol is trying to crack down on speed in the harbor and is clashing with the sailors.

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