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Rangers Raid Massive Illegal Marijuana Grow in Sequoia National Park

Park rangers in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park uncovered nearly 2,400 marijuana plants hidden deep in the wilderness, along with a semi-automatic pistol and toxic pesticides banned in the U.S. The illegal grow destroyed 13 acres of protected land and is part of a decades-long narco industry that has siphoned water, devastated ecosystems, and fueled violent crime in California’s Central Valley.

Stevie Wonder Brings Spirit and Soul to the Sun Rose on Sunset

Music legend Stevie Wonder surprised fans at the Sun Rose in West Hollywood, joining producer Adam Blackstone for an intimate album-release performance. Before launching into “Higher Ground,” Wonder urged the audience to confront what he called a “spiritual war” with love, declaring, “Using love against the weapon of hate… at the end of the day that is the key.” The night blended music, wisdom, and community on the Sunset Strip’s newest live stage.

FBI Raids John Bolton’s Home in Classified Files Investigation

Federal agents searched the Maryland home and Washington office of John Bolton, former national security adviser under Donald Trump, as part of an investigation into alleged mishandling of classified documents. The raid revives longstanding tensions between Bolton and Trump, dating back to the ex-adviser’s tell-all memoir The Room Where It Happened and his outspoken criticism of Trump’s foreign policy.

Sézane Brings Parisian Charm to The Grove with New Pop-Up

Beloved French fashion brand Sézane has opened a new “appartement” pop-up at The Grove, following the success of its Brentwood location. The Parisian label’s latest space showcases fall-ready apparel and accessories, from chunky statement jewelry and Mary Janes to an entire wall of cozy sweaters, plus exclusive items like the limited-edition “Los Angeles Amour Club” tee. Open through January 2026, the stylish destination offers Angelenos a taste of Parisian cool just in time for holiday shopping.

North Hollywood’s Valley Plaza Declared a Public Nuisance, Faces Demolition

Once a gleaming symbol of mid-century retail, North Hollywood’s Valley Plaza has officially been declared a “public nuisance” by city officials, clearing the way for demolition. The sprawling shopping center, which opened in the 1950s with Sears at its heart and once drew presidential campaign stops, has long since fallen into decline, its vacant storefronts and blighted grounds a shadow of its heyday. Now, after decades of stalled redevelopment efforts, the city is preparing to raze most of the 17-acre site and reimagine its future.

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