Biden tapping oil reserve for 6 months to control surging gas prices

Biden ordered the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation’s strategic petroleum reserve for six months in a bid to control energy prices.

LA County residents: How to apply for $1,000 monthly income program

Angelenos can officially begin applying for Los Angeles County's guaranteed income program. The program will select 1,000 random applicants to receive $1,000 a month for 3 years, no strings attached.

US returns to World Cup despite loss at Costa Rica

The United States men are returning to the World Cup after the trauma of missing the 2018 tournament.

Will Smith refused to leave Oscars ceremony after slap, organizers say

“Mr. Smith’s actions at the 94th Oscars were a deeply shocking, traumatic event to witness in-person and on television," the academy said.

The Wanted singer Tom Parker dies at 33 after brain cancer diagnosis

Tom Parker, a member of British boy band The Wanted, has died after being diagnosed with stage four brain cancer in 2020. He was 33 years old.

LA City Council lifts proof of vaccination mandate

A mandate requiring patrons to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter many indoor establishments and large outdoor events has been lifted in the City of Los Angeles.

Spam text messages sent from your own number are from ‘bad actors,’ Verizon says

Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.

Jada Pinkett Smith makes first statement after Oscars slap

Actress Jada Pinkett Smith has made her first public statement since her husband Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock at the Oscars Sunday night.

How the Laugh Factory is supporting fellow comedian Chris Rock

Amid the Will Smith-Chris Rock controversy that ensued post-Oscars slap, the legendary Laugh Factory is showing its support for Rock loud and clear.

Jake Paul offering up to $30M for Chris Rock-Will Smith boxing match

Jake Paul took to social media to challenge Chris Rock and Will Smith to face each other after the Oscars slap heard around the world.