California drops suit seeking to reinstate bullet train federal funds
OAKLAND — California last week dropped a lawsuit officials filed against the Trump administration over the federal government’s withdrawing of $4 billion for the state’s long-delayed high-speed rail project. The…
Trump delays increased tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities for a year
President Donald Trump signed a New Year’s Eve proclamation delaying increased tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities for a year, citing ongoing trade talks. Trump’s order signed Wednesday…
How Hallmark built a holiday media empire, complete with cruises
The holiday season is Hallmark’s Super Bowl. This year alone, Hallmark has 80 hours of original holiday-themed programming, including two unscripted series, two scripted series, a holiday special and 24…
More than 100 detained in Central Coast holiday immigration raids
A year-end wave of immigration raids in the Central Coast led to the apprehension of 147 people, sparking outrage from elected officials and immigrant-rights groups. Federal immigration agents took people…
Indiana and Oregon to meet again at the Peach Bowl with a spot in the CFP title game on the line
Curt Cignetti’s perpetual seriousness has become a big part of the Indiana coach’s burgeoning lore. His ever-glowering face on the sideline has sparked countless memes and has come to personify…
The artists we lost in 2025: L.A. arts and culture this weekend
It’s the second day of a brand new year, and I’d like to take a moment to look back at some of the towering talent we lost in 2025 through…
California’s ban on open carry of firearms is ruled unconstitutional
California’s ban on the open carry of firearms in most parts of the state is unconstitutional, a San Francisco-based federal appeals court ruled Friday. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of…
Big Tech blocked California data center legislation, leaving only a study requirement
Tools that power artificial intelligence devour energy. But attempts to shield Californians from footing the bill in 2025 ended with a law requiring regulators to write a report about the…
‘Stranger Things’ finale turns box office downside up pulling in an estimated $25 million
The finale of Netflix’s blockbuster series “Stranger Things” gave movie theaters a much needed jolt, generating an estimated $20 to $25 million at the box office, according to multiple reports.…
LAPD investigation continues into New Year’s Eve shooting by ICE agent
In the days since an off-duty U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed a man who federal officials said was firing a weapon in a Northridge apartment complex,…