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Headlines From The Times
Get essential Los Angeles Times news highlights from the L.A. Times Studios in “Headlines From The Times.” Each episode brings you a bite-sized breakdown of the day’s top news stories and biggest headlines from California and beyond. From politics and climate to entertainment and food, you’ll get the basics behind the trending topics and key news stories that matter most.
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Air Quality Alerts, Ammo Law Overturned, Delivery Bots Expand, and Prime Day Shifts
UCLA researchers install sensors to protect Palisades residents from post-fire air pollution. A federal appeals court strikes down California’s voter-approved…
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Trump’s Japan Tariffs, West Altadena Fire Failures,Epstein Records, Immigration Ruling, Uber Pilot, & Trump’s AI Plan
President Trump imposes a 15% tariff on Japanese goods as part of a new trade deal he claims will create hundreds of thousands of jobs, while warning the EU of…
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Gaza Death Toll Rises, U.S. Quits UNESCO, Menendez Medical Release, Maxwell Seeks Relief, Tesla Diner Debuts, & Netflix Bets on AI
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 20 people in Gaza, including women and children, as Christian leaders call for an end to the nearly 21-month war. The Trump…
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Global Calls for Gaza Ceasefire, Russia’s Escalating Strikes on Kyiv, California Challenges Trump, Troops Withdraw, FDA Shakeup, & In-N-Out’s Exit
Britain, France, and 23 other countries demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, accusing Israel of blocking aid and worsening the humanitarian disaster…
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Homelessness Drops, Housing Risks Rise, and Fire Safety Debates
Los Angeles County reports a second year of declining homelessness, but progress remains slow as looming federal cuts threaten housing aid for over a million…
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Federal Pressure on California Jails &Rising UC Tuition
The U.S. Justice Department demands lists of all noncitizen inmates from California jails, challenging the state’s sanctuary laws and threatening subpoenas if…
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Deadly Gaza Aid Chaos, Trump’s Epstein Reversal, Deportations to Eswatini, Weather Cuts, AI Expansion, and Downtown LA Struggles
At least 20 Palestinians die in a stampede at a Gaza food distribution site, with conflicting accounts of what triggered the deadly panic. Meanwhile, President…
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USC Faces Budget Cuts, Trump Pressures Russia, Trump Epstein Backlash, Courts Block Immigration Raids, Nextdoor’s AI Turnaround, & SpaceX Orbital Drug Research
USC warns of major layoffs and pay adjustments to close a $200 million deficit, citing falling federal support and international enrollment, while staff blame…
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Campus Antisemitism Hearings, Deadly Immigration Raid, Trump Reshapes Education, Russia Tariff Threat, Roblox Millionaires, and Tesla’s AI Gamble
UC Berkeley’s chancellor prepares to testify before Congress as lawmakers investigate antisemitism and federal probes target universities nationwide…
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Federal Cuts Hit California, Olympics Image Push, AI and Disaster Misinformation, Tesla Expands to India
California officials warn that federal budget cuts are undermining critical wildfire prevention and water programs—but say the state is fighting back. With the…
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Tunnel Collapse, Newsom’s National Push, Hollywood’s Struggles, and AI Abuse Surge
Los Angeles County launches an investigation after a sanitation tunnel collapse traps 31 workers underground. Governor Gavin Newsom tours South Carolina…
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Santa Monica Apology, Farmers Push Back, L.A. Killings Drop, Disaster Warnings Missed, Barbie’s Diabetes Doll, X CEO Exits
Protesters in Santa Monica rally against Trump’s immigration raids and question the legacy of hometown figure Stephen Miller. California farmers dismiss claims…
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Supreme Court Backs Trump Layoffs, L.A. Targets Evictions, Meta Hires Apple Exec, California Aid at Risk
The Supreme Court allows Trump to move forward with mass federal layoffs, while L.A. cracks down on “renovictions” to protect tenants. In tech, Meta poaches a…
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Warehouse Explosion Kills Seven, Trump Signs Spending Bill, Epstein List Denied, Masked ICE Raids in L.A., EV Tax Credits Cut
Seven are confirmed dead after a pyrotechnics warehouse explosion in Northern California. Firefighters battle the Madre Fire, the state’s largest blaze of the…
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California Fires Intensify, White Supremacist Indicted, Nordstrom to Close, L.A. Spends Mansion Tax Funds
California fire season is off to a dangerous start, with experts warning of a severe year ahead. A California man is indicted for sharing a hit list with a…
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National Pride Dips, Tesla Struggles, Tinder Adds Facial Scans, and L.A. Fireworks Options
A new Gallup poll shows national pride is dropping—especially among Democrats and Gen Z. Tesla sales continue to decline amid political backlash tied to Elon…
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Diddy Verdict, Kamala’s Next Move, Amazon Worker Complaints, and Microsoft Layoffs
Sean “Diddy” Combs avoids the most serious charges in a closely watched federal case. A new poll shows Kamala Harris is a clear favorite in the California…
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Trump’s Megabill, Epstein File Claims, Apple’s A.I. Shift, and a Lululemon Lawsuit
The Senate passes Trump’s sweeping tax and healthcare bill by a single vote — but it still faces a challenge in the House. Questions grow around Pam Bondi’s…
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Diddy Trial Questions, Harvard Sanctions Threat, Blue Shield Concerns, and Trump’s Tariff Warning
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ defense team pushes back on racketeering and trafficking charges, with legal experts saying a guilty verdict isn’t guaranteed. Meanwhile…
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Gas Prices Climb, Fireworks Risk Rise, Consumer Spending Slows, and Battery Power Grows
Gas prices in California are set to jump this July, with new taxes and refinery rules adding costs at the pump. Meanwhile, illegal fireworks are already…
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Supreme Court Medicaid Ruling, Diddy Trial Nears Verdict, Apple’s EU Overhaul, and BBQ Prices Rise
The Supreme Court has ruled that states can block Medicaid patients from using Planned Parenthood, reshaping access to reproductive healthcare. In federal…
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U.S. Global Commitments, California’s Budget Gamble, and Tesla Under Fire
President Trump reaffirms NATO support and signals openness to aiding Ukraine if Russia resists a ceasefire. In California, lawmakers strike a $321-billion…
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Nuclear Fallout, Troop Orders, Housing Dip, and a Burger Lawsuit
A Pentagon report challenges claims that U.S. strikes destroyed Iran’s nuclear program, with experts saying the damage may only set them back a few months. A…
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Ceasefire, Immigration Raids, Hollywood Executive paydays, and Apple TV.
President Trump announced on truth social late Monday that Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire deal. Protesters across L.A. rallied against immigration…
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ICE Publuc Transit Fears, Plastic Bag Wins and the Race for Driverless Tech
A Pasadena immigration raid is rippling across L.A., where bus ridership has dropped amid growing fear of ICE enforcement on public transportation. A new study…
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Sweeping Federal Moves Redefine California’s Parks, Workforce, and Detention Policies
A former prison in California is being converted into the state’s largest migrant detention facility under a new federal contract. Businesses across the state…
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As America Heats Up, So Do the Battles Over Rights and Power
California braces for its most dangerous wildfire season yet, but sweeping federal cuts could leave the state exposed. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court upholds…
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Bots, Bling, and Hollywood’s Digital Power Plays
AI scammers are siphoning off millions in college financial aid, a record-breaking jewelry heist has finally led to federal indictments, and Hollywood is…
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Neuralink’s Vision Test, Homelessness Oversight Fight, and a New COVID Surge Warning
A new COVID subvariant called “Nimbus” is driving a surge across California, with doctors warning of painful symptoms and weakened vaccine policies. A federal…
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Pay It Forward Student Loans, Grocery Worker Strike, and Mattel’s AI Toy Push
A new “pay-it-forward” student loan model is gaining traction in cities like San Diego and Honolulu—offering interest-free funding with no payments due until…
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Fear, Power, and Driverless Cars in the Battle Over Truth in LA
Viral claims of ICE raids at school graduations and hotels in Los Angeles have been widely debunked, as officials push back against a wave of fear-fueled…
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330 ICE Arrests, Armenian Gang Charges, and a Changing Downtown
Federal agents have detained 330 immigrants in L.A. since Friday, with the White House vowing more to come. At the same time, car washes across L.A. and Orange…
Headlines From The TimesIntroducing: Rebuilding L.A.
Please enjoy the first episode of the latest from L.A. Times Studios, Rebuilding L.A.L.A. Times reporter Liam Dillon joins us to talk about where we are in the…
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Mexican President Responds to L.A. Raids, Glendale Ends ICE Deal, Waymo Vehicles Torched, and Apple Under Pressure
Mexico’s president urges calm after immigration raids in L.A. trigger protests and fear among families. Glendale cuts ties with ICE after 18 years, citing…
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L.A. Tech Scandal, Transit Breakthrough, VC Surge, and Fire Victims Fight Back
A legal battle between a startup founder and a venture capitalist is rocking L.A.’s tech scene. Metro finally opens a long-awaited transit hub to connect…
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Governor Candidates Clash on Costs, Trump’s Travel Ban Returns, Hollywood Layoffs, and Musk’s Tesla Reset
California’s leading governor candidates face off over the state’s affordability crisis. President Trump reinstates a controversial travel ban impacting 12…
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National Security, Federal Spending, and the Push to Regulate AI
A toxic fungus smuggled into a Michigan lab sparks national security concerns. California’s $100 billion high-speed rail project hits a major roadblock as the…
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Supreme Court Rejects AR-15 Case, CEQA Overhaul Advances, Disney Layoffs Hit, Nail Salons Sue California
The Supreme Court turns down a challenge to assault weapon bans in states like California and Maryland. Lawmakers push to overhaul CEQA, aiming to speed up…
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COVID Variant Spreads, Avocado Farmers Fight Back, Inflation Slows and Cheetos Lawsuit Dismissed
A new COVID subvariant is spreading in California just as the Trump administration moves to ease vaccine access. Meanwhile, one San Diego avocado farmer is…
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FBI to Release Epstein Jail Video; Santa Monica Fights Waymo; Elyse Walker Rebuilds Flagship
The FBI says it will release video footage to prove Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide, aiming to end years of speculation. In Santa Monica, residents are taking…
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Inside Diddy’s Investigation, California's Title IX Fight, and the Rise of AI Shopping
New details emerge in the federal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, including allegations of violence and coercion. The Justice Department is investigating…
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Trump Targets CA Funding, Kennedy Alters Vaccine Guidance, NPR Sues and Disney Takes CoComelon
President Trump threatens to cut California’s federal funding over transgender athletes. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says COVID vaccines are no…
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Record Settlement, Rising Talent, and a Legal Showdown
Southern California Edison agrees to pay $82.5 million for its role in the Bobcat Fire. In Yucaipa, 11-year-old Alisa Perales becomes the youngest community…
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Senate Pushback, Dirty Beaches, and Digital Darth Vader
Senate Republicans vote to overturn California’s clean car rules, potentially blocking the state’s 2035 gas car ban. Santa Monica Pier lands on the list of…
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Senate GOP Pushes Back, Aid Event Turns Deadly, Edison Faces Fire Fallout, and AI in Film
House Republicans pass Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, but some Senate Republicans say major changes are needed. In Washington, D.C., two Israeli…
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Trump’s Beautiful Bill, California’s Quake Risk, and AI’s Next Frontier
Trump’s sweeping 1,000-page bill proposes permanent tax breaks, deep cuts to social programs, and new financial benefits for newborns. In California, $33…
Headlines From The TimesIntroducing: L.A. Crimes
Please enjoy a featured clip of L.A. Times Studio's latest production, L.A. Crimes. On this episode, Madison McGhee is joined by legendary Dateline host Josh…
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Palm Springs Bombing, Housing Progress, DNA Data Sale, and AI in Healthcare
Federal agents are investigating a deadly bombing at a Palm Springs fertility clinic, with growing attention on the suspect’s online manifesto. In the same…
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Cassie’s Testimony, Delta Tunnel Fast-Track, Rising Prices, and a $34.5B Cable Merger
Cassie Ventura’s explosive testimony in the Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial alleges years of abuse and could prove central to the case. Plus, Governor Gavin…
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California’s Budget Cuts, Menendez Parole Bid, Waymo Recall, and Electric Tugboats
California faces a $39 billion deficit, prompting Governor Newsom to propose deep spending cuts, including changes to Medi-Cal. The Menendez brothers may soon…
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Trump’s Saudi Deal, California’s Income Crisis, and Olympic Studio Plans
Trump signs a $600 billion deal with Saudi Arabia, including a record defense package. In California, making under $100K now qualifies as low income in several…
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Drug Price Deadline, Homeless Camp Crackdown, Eye-Scan IDs, and State Farm Under Fire
President Trump gives drug companies 30 days to cut prices or face new limits on what the U.S. will pay. Governor Newsom pushes California cities to ban…
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Menendez Case Moves Forward, Paramount Gains, and the State Bar Fallout
The Menendez brothers take a major step toward a potential resentencing as legal fights escalate. California’s State Bar faces financial fallout after a failed…
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Trump’s New Surgeon General, LA28 Plans, and a Meat Snack Empire
President Trump nominates Dr. Casey Means, a holistic health influencer, to be the next U.S. surgeon general. LA’s Olympic Coliseum is set to make history…
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Nevada Public Lands, Californians Critique Newsom, Film tax incentives, and Abu Dhabi Disney
House Republicans are pushing to sell thousands of acres of public lands in Nevada and Utah as part of a sweeping tax and spending plan. More than half of…
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Hep A Outbreak, Real ID Rollout, Mattel Tariffs, and WGA Trial Tensions
L.A. County declares a hepatitis A outbreak with cases rising beyond the homeless population. Real ID requirements officially kick in at U.S. airports, with…
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Leadership Shakeups, Mail Delays, and Corporate Power Plays
Top L.A. firefighters union leaders are suspended after an audit reveals $800,000 in undocumented spending. UPS and the U.S. Postal Service announce major job…
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Altadena Break-Ins, Trump’s Budget Cuts, Job Market Signals, and a Shipping Shakeup
Security cameras are going up in Altadena after a surge in burglaries, but some locals say it’s not enough. President Trump’s 2026 budget proposes deep cuts to…
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California’s Clean Air Fight, Warehouse Rush Amid Tariffs, and Starbucks Wage Showdown
California faces a Senate showdown over its right to ban new gas-only cars by 2035. New data shows the state’s population numbers are back on the rise…
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California on Edge as Quake Risk Grows, Detention Conditions Erode, and Southwest Airlines Changes Spark Backlash
California’s immigration detention centers are under fire for falling short on mental health care and safety standards. A massive earthquake along the Cascadia…