Author: Headlines From The Times

The long-awaited report on the Eaton Fire reveals critical evacuation failures, while Californians see refunds on their October electric bills. The White House warns federal agencies of job cuts ahead of a shutdown, and debate grows over a $1 million restroom project at Runyon Canyon. In business, Calvin Harris says he lost $22.5 million in a stalled Hollywood development, and Amazon agrees to a $2.5 billion settlement over deceptive Prime membership practices. 

A gunman opened fire at a Dallas ICE facility, killing one detainee and injuring two others before taking his own life. Separately, a former DACA recipient died in ICE custody, raising calls for oversight. In Inglewood, the city will pay $25 million to Maurice Hastings, who spent 38 years imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. California lawmakers pass a bill to ban streaming ads louder than programs. In business, Amazon heads to trial over Prime cancellation practices, while Nvidia announces a $100 billion investment in OpenAI to build AI data centers.

President Trump claims Tylenol is linked to autism, sparking pushback from doctors. A judge orders his administration to restore over $500 million in UCLA research grants. Trump cancels a meeting with Democratic leaders, raising shutdown risks, while the Secret Service uncovers a telecom threat in New York. In business, Trump says Fox Corp. may join a deal to move TikTok into U.S. ownership. Meanwhile, California advocates push for a policyholder “bill of rights” as insurance companies face growing scrutiny after wildfires and rising rates.

The LAPD is increasing patrols around synagogues, schools, and community centers as the High Holy Days approach. President Trump has publicly pressed Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue investigations into political opponents, drawing criticism from lawmakers and legal experts. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ is returning to ABC Tuesday, after being pulled by the network last week for the host’s comments related to Charlie Kirk’s killing. The muggy weather in Southern California is expected to stick around through the week, with high humidity and a slight chance for rain. In business, tech companies are competing to make smart glasses relevant, while the Port of Los Angeles looks to make a billion dollar upgrade to the Vincent Thomas Bridge.

ABC cancels Jimmy Kimmel Live after backlash to remarks on Charlie Kirk’s killing, while UC police expand their weapons stockpile. Pennsylvania mourns three officers killed in a shootout, and Discord faces scrutiny in the Kirk investigation. Meanwhile, a judge orders Hawthorne Mall’s redevelopment, and Nvidia invests $5 billion in Intel.

Israeli forces escalate ground operations in Gaza as Huntington Beach confronts white nationalist unrest. The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates amid labor concerns, police identify a teen found in musician D4VD’s car, United’s CEO warns of Olympic airline losses, and Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield resigns over corporate conflicts.

Robert Redford, Oscar-winning actor and founder of Sundance, died at 89. Southern California faces triple-digit heat followed by thunderstorms and rain later this week. Utah prosecutors charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder and six other counts in the shooting of Charlie Kirk, seeking the death penalty. In business, a new report says California tied with Louisiana for the nation’s highest poverty rate and President Trump claimed the U.S. and China reached a framework deal on TikTok just ahead of the ban deadline.

California regulators are set to vote on a 10% Southern California Edison rate hike that could raise household bills by $200 a year. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, reaffirming U.S. support for Israel’s war with Hamas. Federal officials say DNA evidence links Tyler Robinson to the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, with charges expected this week. President Trump threatened to declare a national emergency in Washington, D.C., over immigration enforcement. In business, Larry Ellison became the world’s richest person and Lyft expanded its driverless ride operations in San Francisco.

Utah police arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson in the killing of Charlie Kirk after a family member reported his confession and investigators recovered a rifle nearby. President Trump announced that National Guard troops will be sent to Memphis, with support from Tennessee’s governor. In Chicago, an ICE arrest turned deadly when a suspect dragged an officer with his car before being shot. In business, the world’s largest toymakers opened a new showroom hub in El Segundo near Mattel. An analysis found San Francisco housing costs have returned to pre-pandemic levels, with wages up but rents topping $3,000 for a one-bedroom.

The FBI released images of the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing as the manhunt nears 24 hours. California lawmakers passed a bill shielding students from punishment when calling 911 for overdoses. In Florida, the trial begins for Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump. In London, Britain fired its U.S. ambassador over ties to Jeffrey Epstein. In business, Amazon launched its Zoox robotaxi service in Las Vegas, and the Girl Scouts unveiled a new rocky road cookie while retiring two fan favorites.