Politics
L.A. Approves Hotel Tax Hike for 2028 Olympics
City Council votes to increase hotel tax by 2% until end of Games, then 1% permanently
Judge Clears Way for Mega Lawsuit Blaming LA and California for Deadly Palisades Fire
Lawsuit alleges state and city failed to properly extinguish Lachman Fire, leading to devastating Palisades blaze.
L.A. County Proposes Sales Tax Hike to Offset Federal Healthcare Cuts
The proposed half-cent sales tax would generate $1 billion annually to support local hospitals and clinics.
Sports
Longtime Rams Tackle Rob Havenstein Retires After Super Bowl Win
The 161-game starter was the last remaining player from the St. Louis Rams roster.
Clippers Boost Basketball Access Across LA
The NBA team partners with local communities to make the sport more inclusive.
Notre Dame's Tulah Lopez Named LA Daily News Girls Athlete of the Week
Senior soccer player helped lead her team to a Mission League title with standout performances.
Weather
Judge Clears Mega Lawsuit Over Deadly Palisades Fire
Lawsuit claims California and LA failed to properly extinguish initial Lachman Fire.
LA County Supervisors Approve Disaster Recovery Rebuild Authority
New authority will oversee rebuilding efforts in fire-impacted areas of Altadena and Santa Monica Mountains.
LA County Backs Disaster Rebuilding Authority
Supervisors move to establish coordinated recovery effort after devastating 2025 wildfires.
Health
LA County Jail Adds Mental Health Assessment Area
New facility aims to improve care and efficiency for inmates with mental health needs.
Trump Administration Cuts $600 Million in HIV Funding for California
The cuts will impact critical disease monitoring and prevention programs, leaving communities vulnerable to undetected HIV spread.
LA County Proposes Half-Cent Healthcare Sales Tax
Measure aims to offset Medi-Cal cuts from Congress and Trump administration.
Entertainment
Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Reflects on Rise to Fame and Motherhood
The 'Nail Salon' star opens up about balancing her comedy career and personal life on her global 'Family Reunion Tour'.
TV Legends Headline SXSW Film & TV Festival
Creators behind hit shows like Scrubs, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Breaking Bad to appear at annual Austin conference.
Local Argentinian Restaurateur Designed Key Prop for Super Bowl Halftime Show
Fede Laboureau, co-owner of Fuegos LA, served as production designer for the 'la casita' featured in Bad Bunny's performance.
