Eleanor Drake Three residents of Sonoma County have filed a lawsuit against the county, claiming that officials are using drones to invade their privacy. The lawsuit, filed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) on behalf of the residents, alleges that the county began using drones with high-powered cameras in 2019 to monitor illegal cannabis cultivation. However, … Read more
David Huerta, the president of SEIU California, was injured and detained during an immigration enforcement raid in downtown Los Angeles on Friday. His arrest has sparked protests and calls for his release from union officials and supporters. Huerta, 58, was at the scene to document the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents … Read more
In a significant move, the National Guard will be deployed to Los Angeles as tensions rise over recent immigration raids. This decision follows two days of intense protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions in the area. The protests were sparked by a series of immigration sweeps that have drawn widespread criticism from … Read more
In a striking parallel to historical cases of sexual violence, the ongoing trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs has brought renewed focus on how society treats survivors of such crimes. The trial, now in its fourth week, has revealed troubling similarities to America’s first rape trial from 1793 involving 17-year-old Lanah Sawyer. In both cases, the … Read more
On Friday, Los Angeles took a significant step toward improving transportation options for travelers with the opening of the LAX/Metro Transit Center. This new facility is located at the intersection of Aviation Boulevard and 96th Street and aims to connect the city’s extensive Metro rail system directly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The transit … Read more
Over 300 immigrant rights activists gathered in downtown Los Angeles on Friday to protest against a series of surprise raids conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protests erupted after federal agents detained employees at a clothing wholesaler in the Fashion District, which sparked outrage among the community and local officials. The … Read more
Search efforts for a missing woman from Los Angeles have been reduced due to dangerous conditions in the river where she disappeared. Jomarie Calasanz, 26, jumped into the Kaweah River at Sequoia National Park on May 25 to save her sister, Joanne, who was caught in the swift current while trying to swim in what … Read more
The California Department of Justice has launched an investigation into a police shooting that occurred in Los Angeles, despite the LAPD’s assertion that the man involved was armed. This investigation falls under a law that mandates the state attorney general to look into police shootings involving unarmed individuals. The incident happened late Tuesday night in … Read more
Two foreign nationals have been charged with stalking a Los Angeles artist who has publicly criticized Chinese President Xi Jinping. Federal officials announced the charges on June 6, 2025, detailing a plot that involved harassment and intimidation. The individuals charged are Cui Guanghai, 43, from China, and John Miller, 63, a British citizen and lawful … Read more
A harmful algae bloom that plagued Southern California is finally over, but the aftermath is still concerning for marine life. This bloom was one of the largest and deadliest on record, impacting marine mammals from Baja California to the Central Coast. Hundreds of dolphins and sea lions lost their lives due to the toxic conditions. … Read more
