LA TikTok Streamer Critically Injured, Charged After Ramming Federal Agents During Arrest; Deputy Marshal Also Wounded

A popular Los Angeles man who livestreams law enforcement activity on TikTok was shot by federal agents during an arrest attempt Tuesday morning. Carlitos Ricardo Parias, 44, known online as “Richard LA,” faces federal charges of assault on a federal officer after allegedly ramming his vehicle into agents’ cars while attempting to evade capture on…

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California’s Redistricting War: Advertising Blitz Fuels Closing Days Fight for House Control

The battle over California’s newly proposed congressional district maps has escalated into a high-stakes advertising war, with the outcome of Proposition 50 potentially decided by who can capture the most eyeballs and ears in the final days before the November 4th vote. This pivotal measure seeks to redraw California’s U.S. House districts, a move spearheaded…

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Shrapnel Strikes CHP Vehicle During Marine Corps Live-Fire Exercise Over I-5, Sparking Safety Reviews and Political Backlash

A U.S. military live-fire exercise celebrating the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary took a dangerous turn on Saturday, October 18, 2025, when an artillery round prematurely detonated mid-air over Interstate 5 (I-5) near Camp Pendleton, sending shrapnel onto the busy freeway and striking a California Highway Patrol (CHP) vehicle. Incident Details: Shrapnel Falls on Freeway The…

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Shrapnel Strike: Military Exercise Over I-5 Hits CHP Patrol Car Amidst Political Firestorm

A routine California Highway Patrol (CHP) vehicle sustained damage when shrapnel from a U.S. Marine Corps artillery round, which detonated prematurely, struck it during a live-fire exercise over Interstate 5 near Camp Pendleton on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The incident, occurring in an area where traffic had been stopped for the military demonstration, has ignited…

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L.A. County Finalizes $828 Million Settlement for Abuse Victims, Pushing Total Near $5 Billion Amid Fraud Scrutiny

Los Angeles County is set to pay an additional $828 million to victims who allege they suffered childhood sexual abuse in county facilities, marking a second major settlement this year. This tentative agreement, announced on October 17, 2025, addresses over 400 lawsuits and follows a record-breaking $4 billion settlement approved in April 2025 for similar…

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Millions Rally in ‘No Kings’ Protests Across Los Angeles County, Decrying Immigration Raids and Authoritarian Concerns

LOS ANGELES, CA – October 18, 2025 – Tens of thousands converged across Los Angeles County today, participating in a nationwide wave of “No Kings” protests aimed at voicing widespread concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement and what organizers describe as creeping authoritarianism under the Trump administration. Nationwide Movement Hits Southern California The “No Kings” demonstrations,…

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New Wildfire Erupts in Los Angeles County Early Friday Morning; Containment and Cause Unknown

A new wildfire was reported in the early hours of Friday, October 17, 2025, in Los Angeles County, igniting amid ongoing concerns about the region’s fire season. The blaze, designated LAC-363673, was first detected at approximately 1:39 AM. As of the latest updates, fire officials have not released information regarding its containment status or the…

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L.A. County Declares State of Emergency Amidst Widespread Fear and Economic Disruption from ICE Raids

Los Angeles County supervisors have declared a local state of emergency in response to escalating federal immigration enforcement actions, citing a pervasive climate of fear and significant economic disruption across the region. County Supervisors Mobilize Resources Amidst ICE Raids The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, to issue…

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