_{Advertisement}

After the Fire: Malibu Faces a Crisis of Leadership and Recovery

Months after a wildfire tore through Malibu, destroying hundreds of homes and gutting beloved businesses, the city is still reeling. A wave of resignations from top city officials, economic struggles among longtime shop owners, and stalled rebuilding efforts have left residents grappling with a future clouded by uncertainty. Despite the setbacks, locals remain determined to rebuild their lives—and their community.

Dogma Turns 25: Kevin Smith on Faith, Fallout, and Finally Getting His Film Back

A quarter-century after its controversial release, Kevin Smith’s Dogma is finally returning to theaters. The cult classic—starring Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Alanis Morissette—was long trapped in legal limbo tied to Harvey Weinstein. In our full story, Smith reflects on reclaiming the film, its spiritual roots, and how Dogma shaped his career alongside Clerks and Chasing Amy. Plus, he shares what’s next—from podcasting with his daughter to appearing as a playable character in Call of Duty.

L.A. County Retirement Official Charged in Latest Corruption Case

Yet another L.A. County employee has been charged with corruption—this time, the interim security chief of the county’s retirement association. Prosecutors say Carmelo Marquez used a fake name to set up a shell company and funneled $120,000 in public funds to it while on the job. The charges include grand theft, perjury, and conflict of interest. His case follows a string of recent scandals involving other local officials.

Trump Pushes to Eliminate $1.1 Billion in Public Broadcasting Funds

The Trump administration has asked Congress to rescind $1.1 billion in funding for public broadcasters like NPR and PBS, citing claims of partisan bias. The proposal, which would also slash billions in foreign aid, targets the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and must be approved within 45 days. Local stations warn that the cuts would devastate rural news access, while legal battles over recent executive actions continue to unfold.

L.A.’s Olympic Wage Law Faces Potential Repeal on 2026 Ballot

A newly certified referendum effort could overturn Los Angeles’ landmark “Olympic wage” law, which guarantees higher pay for hospitality and airport workers ahead of the 2028 Summer Games. Backed by major hotel chains and airlines, the push to place the repeal on the June 2026 ballot has sparked fierce opposition from labor groups who say the law is critical for struggling workers. If organizers gather 93,000 signatures by June 30, the wage increase may be halted before it even takes effect.

Recommended Newsletters:

_{Advertisements}