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PACOIMA, Calif. – A catastrophic incident involving a fireworks explosion ripped through a residential neighborhood in Pacoima on Thursday night, triggering a massive fire that engulfed four homes and left a woman critically injured. Authorities confirmed the scale and severity of the blaze, which necessitated a significant response from local fire services. The inferno erupted…
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is currently grappling with escalating pressure from City Hall and various community stakeholders to bolster protections for undocumented Angelenos. This heightened scrutiny follows a noticeable surge in calls from concerned citizens who are mistaking federal immigration agents for kidnappers, highlighting a climate of fear and uncertainty…
LOS ANGELES, CA – In a significant development following recent immigration protests that impacted Los Angeles, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced on Tuesday, July 2, 2025, that his office has filed new charges against individuals allegedly involved in acts of violence and vandalism. These latest filings are part of a broader effort…
Los Angeles, CA – A significant planned increase to the minimum wage for hotel workers within the City of Los Angeles has been abruptly put on hold, following a successful push by hospitality and tourism groups to potentially overturn the measure through a public referendum. The ordinance, which would have raised the minimum hourly rate…
Corn Next, a California-based pioneer in advanced biobased materials, has announced two pivotal developments poised to accelerate its mission of replacing harmful single-use plastics. The company confirmed it has successfully secured its first round of equity investment and has simultaneously designated Los Angeles, California, as the strategic site for its U.S. Integrated Demonstration Unit (IDU)….
Overnight Incidents Rock Los Angeles County Suburbs Violent and disruptive street takeovers descended upon the cities of Bellflower and Lakewood in Los Angeles County overnight, leading to widespread disorder and leaving at least seven businesses looted in their wake. The incidents, characterized by illegal maneuvers and large crowds blocking intersections, represent a growing challenge for…
A prominent local politician in Southeast Los Angeles County has ignited a national firestorm by urging individuals described as “gang leaders” to mobilize resistance against federal immigration enforcement operations. Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez posted a video message on social media this week that has drawn widespread condemnation and sparked intense debate. In the video,…
Los Angeles, CA – A significant legal battle over the control of National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles has seen a federal appeals court uphold President Donald Trump’s authority, effectively reversing a lower court decision. The ruling allows the president to maintain command over the troops, who were activated following protests sparked by increased…
Los Angeles, CA – Occidental Studios, a landmark of cinematic history and one of the oldest continually operating film production facilities in Los Angeles, has been placed on the market at what is described as “top dollar.” The potential sale emerges at a challenging juncture for the city’s entertainment industry, marked by a significant downturn…
The Trump administration has initiated legal action against states that allow undocumented students to pay in-state college tuition rates, raising significant questions about the future of similar policies nationwide and specifically highlighting concerns for California’s long-standing law. Federal lawsuits have been filed against the states of Texas and Kentucky, alleging that their statutes granting preferential…
