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South Park Drags Kristi Noem as LA Erupts Over Controversial DHS Raid

In a blistering new episode, South Park takes aim at DHS Secretary Kristi Noem—mocking her infamous dog-shooting admission and tying it to the Trump-era machismo of a new ICE recruitment campaign—on the very same day federal agents carried out a controversial immigration raid in Westlake. With Mayor Karen Bass calling the operation potentially unconstitutional, the city is now weighing legal action.

Metro Honors Nipsey Hussle With Limited Edition TAP Cards for His 40th Birthday

Metro is commemorating what would have been Nipsey Hussle’s 40th birthday with two limited-edition TAP cards, available starting August 15. Part of the Metro x Culture series, the cards honor the late rapper’s deep ties to South L.A., with only 12,000 in circulation. In addition, Hyde Park Station will be temporarily renamed Nipsey Hussle Station through the end of August. Read more about the tribute and where to get your card.

After Karen Read Trial Win, Alan Jackson Takes On Malibu Murder Case

Fresh off his role in the headline-grabbing acquittal of Karen Read, LA defense attorney Alan Jackson is back in the courtroom—this time representing a Malibu man accused of killing four Pepperdine students in a high-speed crash on PCH’s notorious “Dead Man’s Curve.” The case, already drawing national attention, raises new questions about accountability, privilege, and the road that locals say has claimed too many lives.

California’s EV Carpool Lane Access Set to End Sept. 30 Without Federal Renewal

California’s Clean Air Vehicle Decal program—which lets electric and hybrid vehicle drivers use carpool lanes—is set to expire on September 30 unless Congress renews federal authorization. The change, affecting 13 states, could disrupt EV adoption and traffic incentives unless lawmakers act swiftly. State efforts to extend the program are in place, but without federal approval, EV stickers will no longer grant HOV access starting October 1.

Brandon Blackstock, Former Husband of Kelly Clarkson, Dies at 48

Brandon Blackstock, talent manager and ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson, has died at the age of 48 after a private, years-long battle with cancer. Clarkson postponed her Las Vegas appearance to be with their children, River and Remington. Blackstock, who also managed artists like Blake Shelton and Rascal Flatts, is survived by four children and a grandson.

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