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Culver City is poised to ban new drive-thrus, sparked by neighborhood concerns over air quality and pedestrian safety tied to a proposed In-N-Out. With nearly 950 petition signatures, the city council paused new permits in June and now drafts an ordinance to make it permanent — aligning with its goal of walkable, bikeable streets. While cities like Santa Barbara have done similar bans, critics arg...

After a devastating fire destroyed their campus a year and a half ago, Pasadena Rosebud Academy — a charter school founded nearly two decades ago to empower Black and brown students — is rallying to rebuild. Forced into temporary modular classrooms without basic facilities like sinks, the school has faced major hurdles — but its community is stronger than ever. Enrollment is expected to hit an all...

Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen, the Michelin-recognized Pakistani/Indian eatery founded by chef Imran Ali Mookhi, is opening its third Southern California location in downtown Santa Monica—soft opening now, grand opening July 16. Blending classic South Asian flavors with California twists (think wagyu Sloppy Khan and plant-based dal Lala Musa), the spot also offers a thoughtful alcohol-free mocktail...

K Callan, a 90-year-old acting legend, is stealing the spotlight in “Widow’s Bay” with a performance that starts as comic relief but explodes into profound revelation in the finale. From playing baby Jesus to starring in “Knives Out” and “Lois & Clark,” her decades-spanning career proves age is just a number. Inspired by old Hollywood and undeterred by gender barriers, she turned passion into a li...

Congressman Jared Huffman, one of only four openly non-religious lawmakers, is releasing a new book this August warning of the dangers of rising Christian nationalism. Once raised in a religious household and even ordained as a youth, Huffman’s faith shattered after his father’s death at 19 — a moment that led him to embrace humanism, finding meaning and morality without divine intervention. Thoug...

Disney’s dropping a live-action “Moana” this weekend — the fastest remake in their history — fueled by the original’s massive global success and cultural resonance. With over 1.5 billion Disney+ views and a sequel that grossed over $1 billion, Moana’s fanbase is hotter than ever. Dwayne Johnson returns as Maui, calling the film a celebration of culture. While early reviews are mixed (37% on Rotten...

Rebecca Sonnenshine, the new showrunner of Netflix’s “Little House on the Prairie,” is defending her bold, historically rich reboot — one that’s sparking debate but staying true to Laura Ingalls Wilder’s spirit. Raised in the countryside and inspired since childhood, Sonnenshine aimed to honor the books while adding depth: she brings back child and adult perspectives, expands on post-Civil War Kan...

Meta’s new AI tool, Muse Image, is sparking outrage in the influencer and entertainment worlds after automatically using public Instagram photos to generate AI images without consent. Major players like CAA and SAG-AFTRA are demanding Meta flip the default setting to “opt out,” insisting creators must control how their likeness is used. Critics fear this erodes artist rights and threatens liveliho...

Earth’s core is cooling twice as fast as scientists once thought, threatening our magnetic shield and shaking up predictions about planetary activity. New research, decoded from ancient rocks, reveals the inner core’s rapid heat loss could weaken Earth’s defenses against solar storms and impact tectonics, volcanoes, and even our tech-dependent world. The race is on to model these changes and under...

Mike Trout’s explosive return silenced doubters as he crushed a two-run homer in his first game back, launching the Angels into an 11-run surge. Jo Adell added fuel to the fire with two homers and five RBIs, while Vaughn Grissom and Zach Neto delivered clutch hits. The bullpen held strong, and even catcher Kyle Higashioka got in on the action with a solo homer and a ninth-inning pitching appearanc...

Delta’s throwing a curveball in premium travel by launching “Basic” fares for First, Premium Select, and even Delta One — dubbed Basic Business. You still get lie-flat seats and gourmet meals, but perks like guaranteed seat assignment, full mileage earning, generous baggage allowances, and same-day upgrades are gone. Lounge access and priority check-in? Only if you’ve got a membership or qualifyin...

Maine’s Democratic Senate race just took a dramatic turn as insurgent candidate Graham Platner abruptly dropped out, citing a sexual assault allegation that he denies — calling it politically motivated. Once seen as a progressive threat to Republican Senator Susan Collins, Platner’s campaign collapsed after high-profile backers like Bernie Sanders distanced themselves. With the race now open, Demo...

A Long Beach man, Kaelenn Maea, just received a 26-year federal sentence after a brutal armed robbery spree across three cities, including firing a gun in Downey and threatening victims in Compton and South El Monte. On October 9, 2023, Maea fled police in a stolen Range Rover used in two robberies, speeding into a deadly crash that killed an innocent driver — then kept running, hitting more cars...

West Nile virus is spreading across more than a dozen Orange County cities — officials are on high alert. The Mosquito and Vector Control District is rolling out a full-scale response, including street-by-street inspections with specialized jeeps and a range of proactive measures. It’s not just spraying — it’s a coordinated, hands-on effort by dedicated field teams working tirelessly to keep the c...

A wanted Oregon murder suspect, 26-year-old Rodney Rogers, was finally arrested in Southern California after nearly two years on the run. Found in Loma Linda on July 2, 2026, he’s now in custody awaiting extradition back to Oregon to face charges. Though details of the crime remain scarce, the arrest showcases how law enforcement can cross state lines to bring fugitives to justice. Listen in comfo...

Measles is spreading in LA County after a traveler exposed others at LAX, a rental car shuttle, or a healthcare facility — if you were there on July 3rd between 3–4 PM, you might be at risk. Symptoms appear 7–14 days later: fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes. Public Health is still tracking exposures; last day to watch for symptoms is July 24th. Check your vaccine status before traveling, and if y...

Taylor Swift’s concert film “The Eras Tour: The Final Show” just landed five Emmy nominations—including best variety special—making her a producer and performer in the category and her second career Emmy nod. Meanwhile, she’s also celebrating a legal win after a Florida judge tossed out a copyright suit claiming she stole lines from a poet, though the poet plans to appeal. Listen in comfort: Get a...

A 39-year-old book thief named Jeffrey Ying just got sentenced for orchestrating a brazen, year-long heist targeting UCLA’s rare Chinese manuscripts—swapping priceless, centuries-old texts with fakes while dodging detection using aliases, fake IDs, and even the interlibrary loan system. His scheme, spanning late 2024 to early 2025, netted him a year of house arrest and cost UCLA nearly $216,000, w...

California colleges are secretly stockpiling military-grade weapons like AR-15s and stun grenades, sparking outrage and student protests as new transparency laws go unenforced. Investigations reveal campuses like San Jose State and San Francisco State are hiding equipment details or misclassifying gear to avoid reporting — even though some weapons violate their own policies. Students, especially v...

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Emmys just dropped and “The Pitt” dominates with 25 nominations—nearly double its last season—while freshman hit “Widow’s Bay” grabs 19. Surprises abound: “The Bear”’s Jeremy Allen White snubbed despite past wins, and Connor Storrie’s Emmy is for SNL guest hosting, not his usual show. First-timers Taylor Dearden and Sepideh Moafi shine on “The Pitt,” while Brittany Allen and Jeff Kober self-submit...

Measles is back in Los Angeles—this is the seventh case this year—and health officials are sounding the alarm after a traveler on British Airways Flight 281 landed at LAX on July 3. If you were in Terminal B near Gate 155 or rode the Hertz shuttle between 3:30 and 4:30 PM that day, you may have been exposed. The infected person also visited an unnamed clinic, which is now contacting contacts. Meas...

Seven beaches in LA County are off-limits for swimming due to dangerously high bacteria levels — including Will Rogers, Paradise Cove, Mother’s Beach, and Inner Cabrillo — but Redondo Beach Pier is back open. Health officials issue these warnings routinely to keep you safe, especially after rain, and you can check current conditions via their hotline or website. Listen in comfort: Get a discount o...

LA’s scorching heat wave is turning coastal swims into risky bets—health officials are warning against swimming at several beaches due to dangerously high bacteria levels, including Will Rogers, Paradise Cove, Mother’s Beach, and others near storm drains and lagoons. While Redondo Beach Pier has cleared its warning, stay updated via the 24/7 hotline or the county’s public health website to avoid i...

Sarasota County, Florida, is booming with a 12% population surge over five years, fueled by Midwestern snowbirds trading cold winters for warm retirements—thanks to remote work and Florida’s open economy. Housing prices skyrocketed as inventory vanished, forcing fast deals and waived conditions, but the market’s now stabilizing with new construction and strong demand for single-family homes. The a...