Paramount-Warner merger could erase 4,500 jobs in L.A., report says
Paramount's merger with Warner Bros. Discovery could lead to massive job losses, battering an already fragile L.A.…
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Trump-backed candidates struggle, and other takeaways from Florida, Wyoming, Alaska primaries
A democratic socialist won the Democratic nomination in a Florida Senate race over a moderate favored by the party…
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MS NOW will launch direct-to-consumer streaming service on Sept. 9
MS NOW is calling subscribers "members" and is promising a more connective experience with its content and talent.
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California voters favor progressive candidates, split over democratic socialism, poll finds
California voters are more inclined to back progressives running for office than mainstream Democrats, a new poll…
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CAA boss warns of threat to California's film and TV jobs program
CAA's chief executive warned state leaders that a corporate tax credit cap threatens the state's film and TV jobs…
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Becerra pledges to debate Hilton — more than once — between now and Nov. 3
Democrat Xavier Becerra pledged on Tuesday to participate in more than one debate against Steve Hilton, his GOP rival…
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Anxiety grips Pacific allies as Trump pulls back
President Trump's move to curtail military drills with South Korea has stoked anxiety in Asia, as the region's sole…
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Arellano: Why Catholics must take the lead to rebuke MAGA in the midterms
Trump is a walking manifestation of the seven deadly sins, to the point that he has depicted himself as Jesus and a…
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The fake L.A. mayor poll adds to challenges facing the public opinion industry
The fake opinion survey showing Karen Bass with a commanding lead in the L.A. mayoral race comes amid a wave of…
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Supreme Court is urged to block Trump's huge new ballroom so Congress can decide
The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued to block the ballroom, arguing that the president lacks authority to…
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Last-minute state legislation could help Stan Kroenke-backed San Diego arena, prompting outcry
A state lawmaker from San Diego has proposed fast-tracking the construction of an arena and housing project, drawing…
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'Brazen act of self-dealing': Democrats seek to block a Trump-linked crypto bank
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency granted conditional approval for the Trump family's World Liberty Trust…
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ABC sues FCC, alleging Trump-fueled retaliation in TV license fight
The Disney-owned network asked a U.S. District Court to issue a temporary restraining order to stop the FCC's action.…
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Hiltzik: A political farewell to one of the best friends Social Security ever had in Congress
Rep. John Larson fought hard in Congress to protect Social Security. Will his much younger successor play the same role?
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Billionaires ready to spend big to fight California wealth tax
A group funded by Google co-founder Sergey Brin and other billionaires gave $5 million to a group opposing Proposition…
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House Ethics Committee announces sexual misconduct investigation into Rep. Jimmy Gomez
The committee said it is investigating allegations that Gomez engaged in "inappropriate sexual contact with a House…
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Paramount demands $1.9 billion from states, citing Warner deal delays
Tech scion David Ellison's company wants the coalition of 12 states and the WGA to cover the 'ticking fees' that…
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Business and labor square off in West Valley's 3rd District L.A. City Council race
Tim Gaspar touts his work as a small business owner, while Barri Worth Girvan says her time in the public sector will…
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California backtracks on good-government policies in divided Trump era
In an era of even more bitter divisions in the state and nation, political and governmental reforms face severe threats.
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Trump turns to containing the fallout from setbacks in Iran
The current approach — an economic choke hold on Iran — is being led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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Inside the bitter war over cows and wilderness at Point Reyes
Dairy farmers grazing cows in Point Reyes were paid to leave, but now they want back in. They claim the park needs…
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California defends childhood vaccination schedule against Trump efforts to weaken it
The defense comes after President Trump issued an executive order recommending that the singular measles, mumps and…
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Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough' amid outcry from families
Lawmakers are pressing for answers amid reports that sailors aboard the San Diego-based carrier have endured food…
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Court ruling narrows pathway to citizenship for DACA recipients
A new ruling by an administrative immigration court ends a pathway to citizenship for DACA recipients who are married…
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California's bid to outlaw 'glow-in-the-dark rabbits' and 'unicorn horses' fails
A bill that would have banned the sale of genetically-modified pets for cosmetic reasons died in committee Thursday.
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Feds settle lawsuit with L.A. County Sheriff's Department over concealed firearm permits
The U.S. Department of Justice claimed "a huge win for the residents of Los Angeles County and for the Second…
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Commentary: Trump is sued over selling early access to his posts on Truth Social
President Donald Trump gets sued by media organizations for selling early access to his Truth Social posts.
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Those shock gloves ICE plans to buy can bring strong men to their knees in less than a second
The Department of Homeland Security plans to spend up to $20 million on gloves that deliver painful shocks to detainees.
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Kennedy Center board votes to close venue for two years, inscribe Trump's name on building
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees on Thursday voted to move forward with President Trump's plan to close the…
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Hollywood unions split: DGA, IATSE seek settlement while WGA fights to block Paramount-Warner merger
Union leaders are asking David Ellison commit to keeping Paramount's operations in Hollywood and maintaining historic…
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Becerra holds strong lead over Hilton in race for California governor, new poll shows
As the campaign for California governor heads into the general election, Democrat Xavier Becerra maintains a strong…
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How Democrats plan to rein in Trump should they win in November
For Democrats, impeachment remains an option, but they are reluctant to make it a centerpiece of their agenda this time.
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In another key primary test, a favored progressive is upset in Wisconsin governor's race
After polling showed progressive Francesca Hong up by double digits, the establishment-backed David Crowley won the…
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Trump again asks Supreme Court to save USPS mail ballot plan after second lower court loss
The Trump administration again asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene to save President Trump's plan for the U.S.…
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State lawmakers seek tougher rules for industrial facilities after Boyle Heights fire
Two state lawmakers want cold storage companies to take care of local communities after industrial disasters.
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Inside David Ellison's desperate fight for Warner Bros.
Paramount's board has approved David Ellison's contingency plan to move headquarters from Hollywood as early as this…
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