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Feds Indict L.A. Crew Behind $100M Brinks Truck Heist—Largest in U.S. History

Seven men from Los Angeles have been charged in a sweeping federal indictment for pulling off the largest Brinks robbery in U.S. history. Prosecutors say the crew tailed a jewelry-loaded truck 300 miles from a gem show near San Francisco before stealing 24 bags of precious cargo at a Central Valley truck stop. The heist netted $100 million in jewels, and the crew allegedly fled to East Hollywood with the loot.

California Lawmakers Seek to Ban Face Coverings for On-Duty Police

A new bill introduced by California senators Scott Wiener and Jesse Arreguín would prohibit law enforcement officers from covering their faces while on duty, citing concerns over public trust and fears of “secret police”-style tactics. The proposed legislation, SB 627, includes exceptions for SWAT teams, wildfire smoke protection, and medical-grade masks. Supporters say it’s about transparency and accountability; critics argue it infringes on federal authority and officer safety.

How Charlie Chaplin’s Hollywood Lifestyle Made Him an FBI Target

Charlie Chaplin may be remembered as a comedic genius, but behind the scenes, his wild Venice Beach parties, relationships with much younger women, and alleged communist sympathies drew the ire of J. Edgar Hoover’s FBI. Newly examined files reveal how the star’s personal life—and a high-profile paternity scandal—contributed to his eventual exile from the United States.

Brunch Arrives at Daisy Margarita Bar in Sherman Oaks

Just in time for summer, Sherman Oaks hotspot Daisy Margarita Bar is rolling out a bold new brunch menu starting June 28. From duck carnitas chilaquiles to tuna birria molletes, the team behind Los Feliz’s Mírate is bringing inventive Mexican flavors to weekend mornings. The new brunch offering joins a late-night menu and signature margaritas, making Daisy a standout from day to night.

Rick Cole to Step Down After Daughters’ Arrests at Anti-ICE Protest

Longtime Los Angeles official Rick Cole announced he will resign as Deputy Controller next month, just a week after both his daughters were arrested at a downtown anti-ICE protest where one allegedly assaulted a police officer. Cole, who addressed demonstrators that same day, called the issue deeply personal. One daughter is a staffer for a City Councilmember who has also faced scrutiny for past anti-police remarks.

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