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Disney Announces Major Leadership Shift as Bob Iger Prepares to Step Down

The Walt Disney Company announced a sweeping leadership transition that will see longtime CEO Bob Iger step down later this year after more than 18 years leading the company. Parks and experiences chief Josh D’Amaro is set to take over as CEO, while Dana Walden will assume a newly created role overseeing creative strategy across film, television, and streaming. The move signals a new chapter for Disney as it balances global expansion plans with a renewed focus on content and storytelling.

Meet the Artist Behind Our February Cover

Multidisciplinary artist Isabelle Brourman built a national profile by transforming high-profile court cases into abstract courtroom sketches. Now the creator of Los Angeles Magazine’s February cover, she reflects on her path from legal proceedings to galleries, and why Los Angeles continues to fuel her imagination.

James Harden Trade Rumors Emerge as NBA Deadline Nears

Trade speculation is swirling around Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden ahead of the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline, with reports indicating the team has explored potential deals, including discussions involving the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite Harden’s strong season and public commitment to staying in Los Angeles, his absence from a recent game and the Clippers’ willingness to listen to offers have fueled questions about his future as the team weighs its next move.

Jill Biden’s Ex-Husband Charged With Murder in Delaware

William Stevenson, who was married to Dr. Jill Biden in the 1970s, has been indicted on a felony murder charge in connection with the death of his wife, Linda Stevenson, following a weekslong investigation by Delaware authorities. Stevenson was arraigned Tuesday and is being held after failing to post $500,000 cash bail. Police have not disclosed a cause of death, but say the indictment stems from new findings presented to a grand jury months after the initial investigation.

Oscar-Nominated Iranian Screenwriter Arrested as Film World Takes Notice

Mehdi Mahmoudian, co-writer of the Oscar-nominated film It Was Just an Accident, was arrested in Tehran after signing a public statement condemning Iran’s leadership and its violent response to protests. His detention has drawn international attention during awards season, highlighting the real-world risks faced by artists working under authoritarian systems. As the acclaimed film continues to gain global recognition, Mahmoudian remains in custody with no charges publicly disclosed, underscoring the stark divide between cultural celebration abroad and political repression at home.

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