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L.A. Model Accused of Using Dating Apps to Rob Men Indicted

A Los Angeles model and influencer, Adva Lavie, also known as Mia Ventura, has been indicted on multiple felony charges after prosecutors say she used dating apps to target and rob wealthy men. Authorities allege the crimes took place in Malibu and Calabasas, where Lavie is accused of gaining access to victims’ homes before committing theft. She has pleaded not guilty and is currently out of custody with an ankle monitor ahead of her April court date.

USC Cancels Governor Debate After Backlash Over Candidate Selection

USC abruptly canceled its planned California gubernatorial debate just hours before it was set to begin, following mounting criticism over a selection process that excluded several prominent candidates of color, including Antonio Villaraigosa and Xavier Becerra. The controversy drew concern from invited candidates and lawmakers alike, who questioned the transparency and fairness of the criteria. While the university defended its data-driven methodology, officials ultimately said the backlash had become too much of a distraction, prompting the decision to call off the event.

Quadruple Amputee Athlete Charged in Fatal Maryland Shooting

A Maryland man known as a professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee is facing murder charges after police say a heated argument inside a car ended in a fatal shooting. Investigators allege the suspect drove away with the victim’s body before it was later discovered in a nearby yard, with witnesses helping authorities quickly identify him. He was ultimately located at a Virginia hospital and is now awaiting extradition back to Maryland as officials continue to investigate what led to the deadly confrontation.

California Moves to Block Trump Order Restarting Santa Barbara Oil Pipeline

California officials are preparing a legal challenge after President Donald Trump ordered the restart of the Santa Ynez Pipeline along the Santa Barbara coast, citing emergency powers to boost domestic oil supply. Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta say the move risks environmental damage and may violate state authority, pointing to the pipeline’s shutdown after the 2015 Refugio oil spill. With oil already flowing again and production expected to ramp up, the dispute sets up a high-stakes clash between state leaders and the federal government.

Lakers’ Nine-Game Win Streak Ends in Close Loss to Pistons

The Lakers’ nine-game winning streak came to an end in Detroit with a tight 113-110 loss to the Pistons, marking their first defeat in nearly three weeks. Luka Dončić led all scorers with 32 points as Los Angeles battled back from a slow first half to briefly take the lead late in the fourth. Austin Reaves added a strong second-half performance, but a missed final shot by Dončić sealed the outcome. The loss snaps an 18-day run and sends the Lakers into their next matchup against the Pacers looking to regroup.

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