Disneyland Characters Vote to Unionize

The magic makers behind Disneyland's beloved characters have voted to unionize! With a resounding 953 to 258 vote, the costumed cast members are now represented by the Actors’ Equity Association. Their campaign, “Magic United,” aims for better wages and improved job conditions. Disney supports their right to this decision.

Scarlett Johansson Takes On OpenAI

Scarlett Johansson takes legal action against OpenAI for using a voice strikingly similar to her own in their new ChatGPT demo. Johansson had previously declined an offer to be the official voice, but noticed that the latest version still sounded like her. After her lawyers intervened, OpenAI removed the voice. Johansson stresses the need for transparency and legislation to protect individual likenesses in the AI age. Read more for the full story.

Prosecution Finishes its Case Against Trump

Donald Trump's trial reaches a critical point as prosecutors close their case, highlighted by Michael Cohen’s testimony. Up next: Will Trump testify as he once vowed? The drama unfolds amid fines, threats of jail time, and Trump’s courtroom antics. Stay updated!

Governor Newsom Lays Out Biden's Economic Record

Governor Gavin Newsom passionately defends President Biden’s record on MSNBC, citing 15 million new jobs and an economic revival. Newsom dismisses concerns about Biden's age and electability—highlighting his bipartisan leadership and vision for America.

Exclusive: Former ABC President and Napa Vintner ‘Terrorized’ by Pacific Palisades Squatter

Steve McPherson's $12 million mansion became the scene of an unsettling squatter standoff. Gaurav Kumar Srivastava overstayed his lease, turned the property upside down, and left McPherson $2 million in the red. Discover how a prominent figure found himself at the mercy of a crafty conman.

Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder Calls Out Controversial Kicker

Eddie Vedder takes a stand against sexism! The Pearl Jam frontman blasted Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker during a Las Vegas show for his controversial speech that called women’s roles ‘diabolical lies’. Vedder’s not holding back—find out more about this heated exchange.

'Zombie Driver' Made Bizarre Posts Days Before She Allegedly Smashed LAPD Cruiser, Sped Away

Lisa Heflin's dream of stardom took a dark turn as she led police on a reckless chase on the 405 Freeway after leaving Missouri for Hollywood. Driven by an obsession with Eminem and wild social media posts, Heflin evaded police, sped up to 100 mph, and caused multiple crashes, but luckily, no lives were lost. The LAPD is yet to press charges—stay tuned for updates.

Alarming Details Emerge Regarding Assembly Candidate Franky Carrillo

Franky Carrillo, who spent 20 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit, now faces troubling allegations from his estranged wife. She claims he left firearms accessible to their kids and displayed controlling behavior. These revelations come as he runs for California's 52nd Assembly District. Explore how these allegations might impact his electoral chances.

UCLA Will Pay $30M Settlement to UC Berkeley After Pac-12 split

The UC Regents have ordered UCLA to pay $30 million over three years to UC Berkeley due to UCLA's move to the Big Ten. This decision, which aims to compensate Berkeley for lost revenue, comes after UCLA and USC announced their departure from the Pac-12 for better TV deals. How will this impact the future of college sports?

Help select Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of 2024!

Every year, Los Angeles Magazine’s editors fan out across the city in search of its best offerings in food, shopping, attractions, activities, services and more. But we can’t crawl all of L.A.’s sprawl, so we look to you to help us select this year’s list. Below you’ll find a variety of categories under the section headings EAT, DRINK, SHOP, PLAY, OTHER. Please write in your choices (which must be based in Los Angeles or the surrounding areas) and provide a short explanation of why your choice deserves to be in Best of L.A.

'Shogun' Starts Some Drama

FX's 'Shogun,' a profound adaptation of James Clavell's novel, has shifted from the limited series to the drama category, causing a major stir in the Emmy race. With huge viewership and critical acclaim, it's a game-changer. Competition beware!

AWARDS: State of Play

With Succession over, the Emmy drama race is wide open, and Shogun is fast becoming the new frontrunner. This Japanese epic could sweep multiple categories, especially in acting, with Hiroyuki Sanada leading the charge. Could Shogun break Game of Thrones' record? Dive into the latest Emmy buzz and see which shows are turning heads!

Have a Beachy Staycation Without Leaving L.A.

Memorial Day is just around the corner! Keep it local and treat yourself to a luxurious staycation at one of LA’s incredible beachside hotels. Whether it’s horseback riding at Terranea, live music at Fairmont Miramar, or cozying up in a cottage-like room at Shutters on the Beach, there’s an option for everyone. Click to find out more about these amazing getaway spots!

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