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Sean “Diddy” Combs Sentenced to 50 Months in Federal Prison

Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison and five years of supervised release after his July conviction under the Mann Act. The emotional Manhattan courtroom hearing saw tearful pleas from Combs’ children, heated arguments between prosecutors and defense attorneys, and a final statement from Combs expressing deep remorse. Judge Arun Subramanian said the substantial sentence was meant to send a message about accountability for violence and exploitation while acknowledging Combs’ charity work and influence.

LA County Calls for Emergency System Overhaul After Fire Review

In the wake of January’s deadly Eaton and Palisades fires, Los Angeles County Supervisors are demanding sweeping reforms to the county’s Office of Emergency Management. A critical review revealed delayed evacuation orders, outdated technology, and inadequate staffing, prompting leaders to consider restructuring the agency into its own department with dedicated funding. The push underscores growing concerns that the county’s emergency systems are not prepared for the scale of climate-driven disasters.

Explosion at Chevron Refinery in El Segundo Sparks Massive Fire

An explosion at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery Thursday night ignited a massive fire that rattled nearby residents and drew a swift response from firefighters and law enforcement. Officials say the blaze has been contained to one section of the refinery and poses no immediate threat to surrounding communities or LAX, though residents are urged to remain indoors and avoid the area. Crews continue to monitor conditions as air quality agencies report no major changes, but caution that smoke levels could shift.

Newsom Warns California Colleges: Side With Trump, Lose State Funds

Governor Gavin Newsom has threatened to strip billions in state support from California universities, including USC, if they sign onto the Trump administration’s new “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.” The White House plan would require schools to adopt sweeping conservative policies on diversity, admissions, and free speech in exchange for federal research dollars. Newsom blasted the proposal as a “hostile takeover” of higher education, saying California will not bankroll what he called “sell-out universities.”

North Hollywood’s Birrieria Familia Castro Crowned America’s Top Taco Spot

Yelp has named Birrieria Familia Castro in North Hollywood the number one taco spot in the U.S., recognizing the family-run taqueria’s homestyle atmosphere and rave reviews. Once a hidden gem tucked in a strip mall, the Castro family’s birria tacos have now earned national acclaim—proof that big flavors can come from the humblest of places.

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