Crime
Acton Actor and Animal Advocate Charged in Kidnapping Plot
Leo Grillo accused of attempting to abduct former employee who won $6.7 million wrongful termination judgment against him.
17-Year-Old Arrested for Vandalizing Burbank Temple with Swastikas
The suspect is also wanted in connection with an incident at Los Angeles Mission College.
Teen Arrested for Painting Swastikas on Burbank Temple
The 17-year-old suspect was also linked to neo-Nazi recruitment materials at LA Mission College
Politics
FAA Scrutinizes California's Use of Jet Fuel Tax Revenue for Airports
State risks losing hundreds of millions in federal funding over dispute on proper spending of aviation fuel tax proceeds
LA Installs Freeway Gates to Protect Against 'No Kings' Protests
Authorities take proactive measures to prevent demonstrators from accessing busy highways during weekend rallies
Industry Figures to Testify at Adam Schiff Hearing on Film Production
Hearing to focus on Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger and federal tax incentives
Entertainment
Beloved Today Show Star Departs After 14 Years
Peter Alexander exits NBC News to spend more time with his family.
DeVa Art Productions Announces Expanded Project Slate, Celebrates Festival Wins
The production company unveils new film and TV projects, including Barbee Rehab and Mrs. Ed, while garnering recognition on the festival circuit.
HBO's 'Dune: Prophecy' Surges on Streaming After Season 2 Wrap
The sci-fi series set 10,000 years before the acclaimed Dune films has found new viewers ahead of its upcoming second season.
Business
Paramount CEO Meets with Warner Bros. Discovery Execs, Discusses Merger Plans
Ellison addresses cost cuts, movie slate, and the future of key Warner Bros. Discovery leaders
Paramount CEO Addresses Warner Bros. Execs on Pending $111B Acquisition
Ellison says 'turbulent' deal process is 'now behind us,' praises HBO as 'gold standard' in TV
Netflix Walks Away from $82.7B Warner Bros. Deal
Streaming giant receives $2.8B breakup fee, says it's "builders, not buyers"
Finance
Wedge Capital Boosts Stake in Disney Amid Uncertainty
Asset manager increases position in entertainment giant despite concerns over strategic direction under new leadership.
Generali Investments CEE Boosts Stake in Disney
Asset manager increases holdings in entertainment giant by 19.4% in Q4
Exchange Traded Concepts Boosts Stake in Disney
Asset manager increases holdings in entertainment giant by over 100%
