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Inside the NBA–Mafia Indictments Rocking Billups and Rozier

Federal prosecutors have unveiled explosive indictments linking NBA figures Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones to mob-connected poker and betting schemes that sound straight out of a crime novel. From a $20,000 card-shuffler stolen at gunpoint to spy-glasses feeding live data to off-site “quarterbacks,” the filings expose a web of alleged high-stakes deception involving the Bonanno, Gambino, and Genovese crime families. Read the most shocking details from the indictments in our full report.

Elex Michaelson Launches New CNN Late-Night Show From Los Angeles Starting Monday

Award-winning journalist Elex Michaelson is bringing his signature California perspective to CNN with The Story Is, a new Los Angeles-based late-night news program premiering Oct. 27. The show aims to tackle issues that begin in California but resonate globally, featuring an opening week lineup that includes Gov. Gavin Newsom, Pete Buttigieg, and Adam Schiff. Michaelson promises “fair, respectful and inclusive conversations” that go beyond the usual political soundbites.

Private Investigator Finds Overlooked Evidence at D4vd’s Hollywood Hills Home

A private investigator claims he found uncollected items inside musician D4vd’s Hollywood Hills residence that may be linked to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The materials—described as “consistent with tools to conceal a body”—were reportedly missed during the LAPD’s search. While experts caution that such items don’t prove guilt, the discovery could alter the timeline in the ongoing investigation.

Midseason Review: How the Rams Became a Real NFC Contender

With a 5–2 record heading into their week off, the Los Angeles Rams have established themselves as one of the NFC’s top teams. Matthew Stafford’s connection with Puka Nacua and Davante Adams has powered a pass-heavy offense that ranks among the league’s best, while the defense has held strong against elite wideouts. Still, a shaky run game and inconsistent rush defense leave room for improvement as the Rams prepare for a tough second-half schedule that includes the 49ers, Lions, and Seahawks.

Muse Chef Fardad Khayami Reveals the L.A. Dishes That Inspire His Culinary Art

At just 24, Muse chef-owner Fardad Khayami has already become one of L.A.’s most intriguing young culinary voices—melding French technique, Persian heritage, and artistic flair. In this exclusive, Khayami shares the local dishes that fuel his creativity, from Attari’s iconic koobideh sandwich to Gucci Osteria’s risotto “disguised” as pizza. 

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