The U.S. orders South Africa’s ambassador to leave, escalating tensions between the two countries. California’s Medi-Cal program faces a $6.2 billion shortfall, putting healthcare funding in the spotlight. SoCal cities top the nation in credit card debt, while Dodgers fans finally get a streaming-only option—but it’s not cheap.
Headlines From The Times - Toxic Waste, Trade Wars, and Wage Theft
A recycling plant scandal lands its owners in jail after exposing students to toxic waste. Trump’s tariffs are driving up costs for California businesses. And a Long Beach contractor faces accusations of wage theft and tax evasion. Get the latest on these major stories now!
Headlines From The Times - Budget Battles, Banned Corn, and Big Tech Troubles
California’s $9.5 billion healthcare program for undocumented immigrants is $3 billion over budget, forcing lawmakers to consider tough cuts. Mexico just banned genetically modified corn, pushing back against U.S. agribusiness. Tech stocks are tumbling—what’s behind the sell-off? And the Olympics are staying put! NBC secures broadcast rights through 2036 in a massive $3 billion deal.
Headlines From The Times - LAPD Secrets, Earthquakes, and Rising Health Care Costs
In this episode, we uncover secret LAPD recordings revealing disturbing behavior within the force. Plus, Malibu’s earthquake surge, skyrocketing health insurance premiums, and the surge in demand for home furnishings after California’s wildfires.
Headlines From The Times - California’s Controversial Water Dump
Billions of gallons of water were released from two California dams, despite warnings it could cause flooding and waste resources. What led to the decision? Plus, baby great white sharks are swimming near surfers, shopping malls are transforming into wellness hubs, and Pokémon Go is getting a new home in a massive $3.5 billion deal.
Headlines From The Times - Angelenos Support Tougher Building Codes
Wildfires are reshaping public opinion, but will lawmakers act? Katie Porter shakes up the 2026 governor’s race, State Farm faces backlash over insurance delays, and Southwest Airlines ditches its free bag policy.
Headlines From The Times - Egg Prices, Bitcoin, and a Corrupt Cop
Egg prices are soaring, and Democrats see it as a way to win back voters, while Trump shifts blame to Biden. An L.A. sheriff’s deputy is caught smuggling heroin for the Mexican Mafia. Trump launches a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, marking a major shift in U.S. crypto policy. Meanwhile, the government suddenly drops a lawsuit against Zelle, signaling a major pullback on financial regulation.
Headlines From The Times - Newsom’s Surprising Take on Trans Athletes
Governor Gavin Newsom shifts his stance, calling fairness concerns in trans sports “legit,” stirring debate among Democrats. Plus, Pacific Palisades residents finally get safe drinking water after the wildfire, Tesla takes a key step toward robotaxis in California, and Stater Bros. lays off workers for the first time in 89 years—sparking protests
Headlines From The Times - Cleaning Up America’s Food—But At What Cost?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants to ban harmful food additives, but can stricter oversight get funded? L.A. launches a plan to build affordable starter homes, families sue Snapchat over fentanyl deaths, and Forever 21 downsizes amid online competition.
Headlines From The Times - Trump’s Trade War and California’s Water Crisis
Trump’s tariffs spark a trade war with Mexico and Canada, raising costs for U.S. consumers. In California, job cuts at the Bureau of Reclamation threaten the state’s water system, while lawmakers push for stronger protections for migrant workers. Plus, L.A. faces billions in economic losses from the Palisades and Eaton fires.