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L.A. Firefighters’ Union Leaders Face Scrutiny Over Massive Overtime Payouts

A new investigation reveals that leaders of the Los Angeles firefighters’ union have quietly collected hundreds of thousands in overtime pay—even while serving in full-time union roles and warning the city of staffing shortages and budget shortfalls. At the center of the controversy is union president Freddy Escobar, whose 2022 earnings surpassed $424,000, not including a six-figure union stipend. The findings come amid growing concerns over LAFD’s reliance on overtime and its impact on firefighter burnout and public safety.

Olivia Munn Shares Life-Saving Breast Cancer Diagnosis at WCRF Gala

At this year’s “An Unforgettable Evening” benefiting the Women’s Cancer Research Fund, actress Olivia Munn delivered an emotional speech recounting how a routine lifetime risk assessment—taken after clear mammogram and ultrasound results—ultimately led to her breast cancer diagnosis. Munn credited her Beverly Hills physician, Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, for urging her to take the test, which revealed a 37.3% lifetime risk and prompted further scans that saved her life. Surrounded by supporters and stars, Munn reflected on her journey through diagnosis, fertility treatment, and healing, honoring the medical team that guided her through.

Beverly Hills Dentist Uses Therapy Dogs to Calm Anxious Patients

At Linden Dental Care in Beverly Hills, Dr. Mojdeh Shayestehfar has swapped sterile clinical vibes for a cozy, dog-friendly dental experience. Inspired by a moment when her labradoodle Softie calmed an anxious patient better than sedation, Dr. Shay brought therapy dogs into her practice—and changed the way patients experience dental care. Now joined by a second pup, Parker, her furry assistants help soothe even the most phobic clients, making dental visits feel more like spa days than stressors. Read the full story of how compassion—and a couple of cuddly canines—are reshaping oral care.

California DMV Issues Warning About Scam Texts Demanding Toll Payments

The California DMV is alerting residents to a wave of fraudulent text messages that falsely claim recipients owe toll fees and threaten fines for nonpayment. These scams direct users to fake websites designed to steal personal and financial information. Officials stress that legitimate government agencies do not request sensitive information via text and urge Californians to verify communications through official channels like dmv.ca.gov.

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