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D4vd Charged With Murder of Teen in Case Prosecutors Call “Career-Driven”

Los Angeles County prosecutors have charged singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, with first-degree murder and multiple related counts in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Authorities allege Burke killed the teen to protect his music career after she threatened to expose an alleged abusive relationship. The case includes charges of lying in wait, sexual abuse and mutilation of remains, with prosecutors saying the crime unfolded in 2025 and the victim’s body was discovered months later. Burke has not yet entered a plea as the case heads toward arraignment in Los Angeles Superior Court.

Tom Steyer Tops $100M in Ads as Governor Race Tightens

Tom Steyer has poured more than $100 million into advertising in California’s gubernatorial race, seizing momentum after Eric Swalwell’s exit and boosting his visibility statewide. New polling shows a fragmented Democratic field, with Steyer narrowly leading rivals like Xavier Becerra and Katie Porter, while Republicans remain competitive at the top. Despite his financial edge and a key endorsement from the California Teachers Association, the race remains wide open ahead of the June primary.

Global Oil Volatility Pushes LA Gas Prices Past $6

Escalating conflict tied to the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global oil markets, and Los Angeles drivers are already feeling it at the pump. Gas prices have climbed past $6 a gallon, with diesel hitting record highs, as disruptions to one of the world’s most critical oil routes create volatility and uncertainty. The ripple effects could soon extend beyond fuel, driving up airfare, grocery costs and everyday expenses across Southern California.

Dodgers Drop Weekend to Rockies as “Fishy” Comment Sparks Tension

After a strong start to the weekend, the Dodgers lost two of three to the Colorado Rockies, with pitching struggles and a pivotal sixth inning turning the series. The frustration spilled over after catcher Dalton Rushing called parts of Colorado’s approach “fishy,” a claim manager Dave Roberts downplayed as missed execution. The Rockies leaned into the moment with on-field celebrations as they racked up hits and runs, capping a tense and talkative series that now carries extra intrigue heading into the finale.

Woodland Hills Woman Arrested at LAX in Alleged Iran Arms Scheme

Federal agents arrested a Woodland Hills woman at Los Angeles International Airport on Saturday, accusing her of brokering multimillion-dollar weapons deals on behalf of Iran, including drones, bombs and ammunition bound for Sudan. Prosecutors say Shamim Mafi worked with foreign contacts and maintained ties to Iranian intelligence, operating a global network that had been under FBI surveillance for years. She now faces serious federal charges that could carry up to 20 years in prison, with more details emerging about the scope of the alleged operation.

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