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LAHSA Staff Cuts Spark Alarm Over Future of Homeless Services in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is preparing to lay off nearly half its workforce as the region restructures how homelessness services are managed. Frontline employees warn the cuts could disrupt outreach efforts, weaken support systems and strain relationships with vulnerable populations across the city. While county officials say they are working to absorb displaced workers and streamline services, critics argue the transition is unfolding too quickly and alongside major budget reductions. As Los Angeles reshapes its homelessness response, questions remain about what the changes could mean for people living on the streets and the workers trying to help them.

Los Angeles Lakers Take Commanding 2-0 Lead Over Houston Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers moved one step closer to advancing in the NBA playoffs after a 101-94 Game 2 win over the Houston Rockets. Powered by LeBron James’ 28-point performance and key defensive stops from Marcus Smart, Los Angeles built a 2-0 series lead despite continuing to play without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. With strong contributions from role players and the series shifting to Houston for Game 3, the Lakers are showing early signs of postseason depth and resilience.

L.A. Launches Low-Cost Permit Program to Bring Filming Back

Los Angeles is rolling out a new Low Impact Permit Pilot Program designed to make filming more affordable for smaller productions. Created in partnership with FilmLA, the initiative lowers permit costs for projects with minimal community disruption, including shoots with small crews, limited timelines and no major road closures. The city is also waiving certain fire department fees as part of the effort to attract filmmakers back to Hollywood and strengthen local production.

Former Nuclear Official Says Missing Scientists’ Cases May Not Be Connected

As questions mount around a string of deaths and disappearances involving scientists tied to sensitive U.S. research, former National Nuclear Security Administration official Frank Rose says the cases may not be linked. He points to the pressures of classified work, mental health struggles and the scale of the national security workforce as possible factors. Federal investigators continue reviewing several high-profile cases as speculation grows.

Autopsy Details Fatal Injuries in Celeste Rivas Hernandez Homicide Case

A newly released autopsy report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner found that 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez died from multiple penetrating injuries to the torso and ruled her death a homicide. The report describes sharp force wounds, advanced decomposition and inconclusive toxicology findings as prosecutors continue building their case against singer D4vd, who has pleaded not guilty to murder and related charges. The latest findings add new detail to one of Los Angeles’ most closely watched criminal cases.

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