Southern California Sees Immigration Surge, Federal Troops Deployed Amid Protests; Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrested by ICE

Brittany HollindaleJuly 3, 202507 mins

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA – Increased immigration enforcement activity across Southern California has led to a significant rise in arrests, sparking protests and prompting the deployment of federal assets, including National Guard troops and U.S. Marines, to downtown Los Angeles. These developments underscore the intensifying complexities of immigration policy and its impact on communities throughout the region….

L.A. Protests: Teen Faces Attempted Murder Charge, Adults Accused in Horse Assaults Amid Sweeping DA Action

Serena AlegriaJuly 2, 202506 mins

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…

Federal Enforcement Raises Alarm in LA Amid Raids, Detentions; Metro to Update Protest Response Protocols

Brittany HollindaleJune 27, 202505 mins

Los Angeles, CA – Recent actions by what appeared to be federal agents in unmarked vehicles have significantly heightened tensions in Los Angeles County, marked by forceful detentions and raising questions about enforcement tactics and transparency. The incidents come amidst a backdrop of large-scale public protests and have prompted local transportation authorities to review their…

LAPD Chief Defends Force During LA Immigration Protests, Citing Violence Against Officers

Lance HarperJune 24, 202506 mins

Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell has issued a robust defense of his officers’ actions during recent protests in Los Angeles County, which were ignited by federal immigration enforcement operations beginning around June 6. In a written statement released on June 24, 2025, Chief McDonnell addressed the volatile situation that unfolded over several days,…

Masks Become Flashpoint in LA Protests Amidst Immigration Enforcement Crackdowns

Felicia HolmesJune 23, 202506 mins

LOS ANGELES – A contentious debate has intensified in Los Angeles surrounding the wearing of face masks by both protesters and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents during recent demonstrations. The unrest follows heightened federal immigration operations across the region, bringing issues of public assembly, personal privacy, and law enforcement tactics into sharp focus….

US Cities Confront Visible Immigration Arrests Amid Intensifying Enforcement, Protests

Cassie DanleyJune 22, 202507 mins

Americans across major urban centers are increasingly witnessing immigration enforcement actions firsthand, a shift marking a more public dimension to federal deportation efforts. This heightened visibility is unfolding concurrently with ongoing protests in cities like Los Angeles and others, reflecting a growing public engagement and tension surrounding immigration policy and its implementation. A Shift in…

Violent Anti-ICE Protests Cost Los Angeles Taxpayers $32 Million, Controller Reports

Raj KapoorJune 21, 202506 mins

Los Angeles, CA – Violent and destructive anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protests that gripped Los Angeles have incurred a substantial financial burden on local taxpayers, totaling an estimated $32 million. The significant cost was revealed in a report posted on the social media platform X by Los Angeles City Budget Chief, Controller Kenneth Mejia….

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Trump’s California National Guard Control Amid Protests; VP Vance Visits Los Angeles

Ava BrooksJune 20, 2025010 mins

A federal appeals court delivered a significant legal victory to the Trump administration today, upholding the president’s ability to retain federal control over California’s National Guard for a period of 60 days. The ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on June 20, 2025, arrives amidst ongoing anti-ICE protests across California, particularly in Los…

Immigration Raid Triggers Violent Clashes, Protests in Bell, California

Cassie DanleyJune 20, 202505 mins

BELL, Calif. – A federal immigration enforcement action at a local business ignited hours of tense confrontation and protest in the city of Bell, located in southeast Los Angeles County, on the evening of June 20, 2025. The operation, centered on Jack’s Car Wash and Detailing in the 7000 block of Atlantic Avenue, led to…

Los Angeles Mayor Lifts Downtown Curfew Amid Easing Tensions After Immigration Protests

Quinton BradleyJune 18, 202506 mins

LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has announced the immediate lifting of a temporary curfew order that had been in effect for a limited portion of the downtown area. The measure, initially imposed on June 10, was designed to mitigate the risk of property damage and criminal activity, specifically vandalism and break-ins, during…