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‘Ketamine Queen’ Sentenced to 15 Years in Matthew Perry Case

A North Hollywood drug dealer known as the “Ketamine Queen” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for supplying the ketamine tied to Matthew Perry’s death, closing a high-profile case that exposed a broader network of dealers and medical professionals operating in Los Angeles. In a packed downtown courtroom, emotional statements from Perry’s family underscored the lasting impact of the tragedy, while the judge pointed to the defendant’s yearslong trafficking operation serving high-end clients. The sentencing marks a major moment of accountability, even as questions remain about oversight and access within the city’s underground drug market.

LAPD Data Leak Exposes Sensitive Records, Raising Privacy And Security Concerns

A massive data breach tied to the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office has exposed hundreds of thousands of LAPD files, including Internal Affairs investigations, personnel records and unredacted case materials. With sensitive information now circulating online, the incident raises urgent questions about privacy, public safety and the city’s ability to protect its most confidential data as digital systems expand.

Fire at Hollywood’s Magic Castle Raises Safety Concerns

A fire at the iconic Magic Castle in Hollywood was quickly contained by Los Angeles firefighters, preventing major damage to the nearly century-old landmark. While no serious injuries were reported, the incident has renewed concerns about fire safety in historic buildings across Los Angeles, where aging structures and retrofitted systems can complicate emergency response. Investigators are still working to determine the cause, but the close call underscores the risks facing some of the city’s most treasured cultural sites.

Diddy Adds Attorney Ahead of High-Stakes Appeal Hearing

Sean “Diddy” Combs has added trial attorney Nicole Westmoreland to his appellate team just days before a key federal hearing that could reshape his sentence. His lawyers argue the judge improperly relied on allegations a jury had already rejected, raising questions about the controversial use of acquitted conduct. A three-judge panel will hear arguments this week, with outcomes ranging from a new sentencing to potentially overturning the case.

Army Recruiter Set to Testify in Sandra Birchmore Murder Case

A U.S. Army recruiter linked to Sandra Birchmore is expected to testify against a former Massachusetts detective accused of killing the 23-year-old and her unborn child. Federal prosecutors say DNA evidence ties the former officer to the crime, which was initially ruled a suicide before investigators uncovered a pattern of alleged grooming and abuse involving multiple men in positions of authority. The testimony could play a pivotal role as the high-profile case heads toward trial this fall.

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