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Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot During Utah Campus Event

Conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a Q&A at Utah Valley University, the first stop of his “American Comeback Tour.” The campus went into lockdown as officials confirmed the suspect remained at large, while political leaders nationwide—from Donald Trump to Governor Gavin Newsom—condemned the attack.

The Original Pantry Café Returns to Downtown L.A.

After a six-month closure, the 101-year-old Original Pantry Café is back in business at 9th and Figueroa. Beloved for its bottomless coffee, midnight hashbrowns, and no-nonsense menu, the downtown landmark reopens under new ownership with union staff intact—ensuring Angelenos can continue a century-old tradition of late-night dining and comfort classics.

Orange County Woman Faces Felonies After Registering Dog to Vote

An Orange County woman is facing five felony charges after registering her dog, Maya, to vote in California’s 2021 gubernatorial recall and 2022 primary elections. Prosecutors say one ballot was even counted, while the defense argues the stunt was meant to expose flaws in the state’s voting system. If convicted, she could face up to six years in prison.

FIFA 2026 World Cup Ticket Presale Kicks Off

The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is on, and fans now have their first chance to secure tickets for matches at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. The presale, which began Sept. 10, requires fans to register with a FIFA ID and is currently limited to Visa cardholders, with ticket prices ranging from $60 for early matches to more than $2,700 for the final. Additional ticketing phases will follow, leading up to the tournament’s kickoff on June 12, 2026, when the U.S. team opens play in Los Angeles.

Public Health Warns Against Swimming at Several L.A. Beaches

The L.A. County Department of Public Health has issued warnings for multiple beaches—including Santa Monica Pier, Redondo Beach Pier, and Malibu’s Leo Carrillo State Beach—after tests revealed unsafe bacteria and toxic algae levels. Officials link the surge to extreme heat, wildfire runoff, and record algal blooms that have also harmed local marine life. See which beaches are affected and how the crisis ties into broader climate challenges.

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