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Spencer Pratt Launches LA Mayoral Bid on Palisades Fire Anniversary

One year after the Palisades fire destroyed his Pacific Palisades home and devastated much of the community, Spencer Pratt announced he is running for Los Angeles mayor. Speaking before displaced residents, Pratt framed his campaign as a response to what he calls systemic failures in city leadership and wildfire preparedness, directly challenging Mayor Karen Bass as new scrutiny continues over the city’s handling of the fire, including hydrant failures and a controversial After Action report.

Rick Caruso Signals Imminent Political Run

On the anniversary of the Palisades fire that damaged his home and devastated his family’s neighborhood, developer Rick Caruso dedicated a memorial honoring the lives lost across Los Angeles County. While stressing the moment was not about politics, Caruso confirmed that a political announcement is coming within weeks, with mounting signs pointing toward a run for California governor rather than another bid for Los Angeles mayor.

Reel Inn Owners Promise Malibu Landmark Will Return After Palisades Fire

One year after the Palisades Fire destroyed Malibu seafood institution Reel Inn, owners Teddy and Andy Leonard say they are working with California State Parks to bring the restaurant back in a new form. In a heartfelt message, the Leonards cited community support and the Japanese art of Kintsugi as inspiration, offering hope after earlier concerns that the beloved Pacific Coast Highway spot would never reopen.

Paramount Reaffirms Warner Bros. Discovery Bid Despite Board Rejection

Paramount Skydance is standing firm on its $30 per share all-cash bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, even after the studio’s board formally rejected the offer in favor of its binding agreement with Netflix. Paramount argues its proposal offers greater value and certainty for shareholders, pointing to recent declines in Netflix stock that have reduced the value of its deal. The renewed push underscores the intensifying battle for control of Warner Bros. Discovery as competing suitors make their case to investors and regulators.

Judge Rejects Weinstein Motions as Third Retrial Is Set

A New York judge rejected Harvey Weinstein’s bid to question jurors or overturn his conviction, finding no misconduct under state law, and instead moved to schedule a third retrial in the Jessica Mann rape case. The ruling came as Weinstein appeared in court in frail condition, with his defense citing deteriorating health and years of incarceration. Prosecutors pushed back, arguing the retrial reflects Manhattan’s commitment to pursuing justice for sexual assault survivors.

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