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2,000 National Guard Troops Withdrawn from Los Angeles After ICE Protest 

After weeks of protests and legal challenges, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of 2,000 National Guardsmen from Los Angeles. The troops were deployed in early June without a state request, following immigration raids that sparked widespread demonstrations. Governor Newsom and Attorney General Bonta filed a lawsuit calling the deployment unlawful, while Mayor Karen Bass credited the pullout to the city’s peaceful resistance. Despite the withdrawal, Newsom noted that hundreds of federalized troops remain in L.A. with no clear justification.

Farmworkers Announce “Strike for Dignity” in Response to ICE Raids

In response to recent immigration raids targeting farms, farmworkers and organizers gathered in downtown L.A. to announce a three-day worker-led strike and grocery store boycott dubbed “Huelga Para La Dignidad.” The strike, set for July 16–18, calls for permanent protections and a pathway to citizenship for undocumented farmworkers. Speakers shared emotional testimony about injuries, years of labor without rights, and the urgent need for dignity and justice.

Arrest Made in Killing of ‘American Idol’ Producer and Husband in Encino

A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the double homicide of “American Idol” producer Robin Kaye and her husband, songwriter Tom DeLuca. LAPD officials say the couple was likely killed after returning from vacation and interrupting a burglary at their $4.5 million Encino home. The suspect, identified as Raymond Boodarian, allegedly entered the residence through an unlocked door. Police say a confrontation ensued and both victims were fatally shot.

Cudahy Vice Mayor Apologizes for Viral TikTok Amid ICE Raid Backlash

Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez issued a public apology after facing national backlash over a now-deleted TikTok in which she questioned the silence of L.A. gangs during federal immigration raids. Gonzalez called the video satirical and said it was meant to rally peaceful community defense—not incite violence. Critics, including the LAPD union and DHS, condemned the remarks, while Gonzalez’s supporters framed it as a call to action. The controversy has reignited longstanding tensions around political leadership in Southeast L.A.

Michelin-Starred Kali Returns with Steaks, Martinis, and Old Hollywood Glamour

After a six-month closure, chef Kevin Meehan’s acclaimed Hollywood restaurant Kali reopens on July 18 with a bold new direction. Trading its signature tasting menus for classic steaks, sides, and martinis, the reimagined space channels the moody elegance of Old Hollywood while remaining approachable and welcoming. Amid a tough climate for LA’s dining scene, Kali’s comeback celebrates resilience, community, and the enduring joy of a great meal.

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