Actor Alan Cumming honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

From the West End to the MCU, he’s done it all! The incomparable Alan Cumming officially joined the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday.

Social Security full retirement age change for 2026: What you need to know

The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).

Minneapolis ICE shooting fuels protests and calls for accountability in Southern California

An ICE agent fatally shot a woman during a federal operation in Minneapolis, sparking sharp disagreement between federal officials and city leaders and prompting protests across Southern California. 

Fire victims' insurance payouts arrive after LA County probe launched

Following a formal investigation by LA County into delayed insurance claims, wildfire survivors are finally receiving significant payments for homes deemed uninhabitable after the Eaton and Palisades fires.

Firefighter loses home in Eaton Fire
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A Pasadena firefighter continued battling the Eaton Fire even as it destroyed his family’s home in Altadena.

ICE shooting in Minneapolis leaves woman dead

An ICE agent fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis on Wednesday morning. Federal officials are claiming the agent acted in self-defense, but Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is calling "bullshit" on that claim.

A look at LA Mayor Karen Bass’ actions after the LA wildfires: Timeline

One year after the 2025 wildfires, LA Mayor Karen Bass faces renewed criticism over her Ghana trip and LAFD budget cuts as residents seek accountability and recovery.

Eaton and Palisades fires: Communities reflect and rebuild one year later

One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, recovery is underway—but for many residents in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, the road forward remains long and uncertain.

Amazon refund settlement: How much you could receive

The window has opened for some U.S. Amazon Prime customers to seek refunds under a $2.5 billion settlement Amazon reached with the Federal Trade Commission.

2 alleged members of Turtle Island Liberation Front plead not guilty in SoCal bombing plot

Two alleged members of the Turtle Island Liberation Front pleaded not guilty to federal terrorism charges involving a thwarted New Year's Eve plot to bomb Southern California logistics centers.

Mickey Rourke blasts 'embarrassing' GoFundMe fundraiser to help him pay his rent

Mickey Rourke has publicly denounced an unauthorized GoFundMe launched by his management team, calling the effort to pay his $60,000 back rent "embarrassing" and "humiliating."

2026 tax brackets vs. 2025: Here’s what’s changed, other things to know

Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.