California

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc. alleging widespread discrimination against passengers with disabilities, including individuals with service animals and those using stowable wheelchairs and other mobility devices. File Photo (February 2022) The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, claims Uber violated Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by failing to ensure equal access to its ride-hailing services. The ADA prohibits private transportation companies from discriminating based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations such as allowing service animals and providing access for individuals using mobility devices. According to the civil complaint,...

LOS ANGELES, CA – A California man was sentenced to 51 months in federal prison for his role in laundering more than $36.9 million from victims in an international digital asset investment scam operated from Cambodia. The court also ordered him to pay $26,867,242.44 in restitution to victims. File Photo (September 2025) According to the Justice Department, 39-year-old Shengsheng He of La Puente, California, a former co-owner of the Bahamas-based Axis Digital Limited, pleaded guilty on April 10 to conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money transmitting business in the Central District of California. Court records show He and his co-conspirators induced U.S. victims to transfer funds into accounts controlled by the group. The money was laundered through U.S. shell companies, internat...

MONTEREY PARK, CALIFORNIA - CloutRecs, founded by Andrew Lam, is a recently launched social media platform that enables creators to share their YouTube watch history with followers. The site supports creators across genres such as fitness, cooking, music, comedy and education who wish to monetize and share their viewing habits with fans. According to the platform’s website, creators maintain full ownership of their watch data and retain 80 percent of any revenue earned, supported through features including paid subscriptions, pay‑per‑view playlists, livestreams, polls, tips and direct messaging. Payouts are processed through Stripe. Vimeo and YouTube links are supported for embedding content. Houston Stringer has created an account on the platform and, through the signup process...

LOS ANGELES, CA – A man was detained Tuesday afternoon outside the Jimmy Kimmel Live studio after reports that he was carrying a knife. Details are not confirmed, but LAPD officers responded within minutes and are currently investigating the incident. More information will follow if it becomes available.

LOS ANGELES, CA – Shoppers and collectors are being cautioned after fake Labubu dolls—nicknamed “Lafufu” by fans—were spotted for sale by street vendors on Hollywood Boulevard. The counterfeit figures closely resemble the original Labubu collectibles designed by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and distributed through Pop Mart, but lack proper branding, packaging, and serial identifiers. Vendors are reportedly selling them near popular tourist sites, including the Dolby Theatre and El Capitan. The term “Lafufu” has emerged among fans as a tongue-in-cheek nickname for the knockoff versions, which are often sold at prices significantly below the market rate for authentic figures. Collectors are urged to verify authenticity by checking for: Official Pop Mart packaging and logos Pr...

LOS ANGELES, CA – Street and sidewalk closures are in effect throughout Monday as Marvel Studios hosts the premiere of Ironheart on Hollywood Boulevard. According to the city, Hollywood Boulevard is fully closed between Highland Avenue and Orange Drive for the duration of June 23, 2025, from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. In addition, the easternmost portion of the Hawthorn Avenue north curb parking lane between Highland and Orange is closed. Sidewalk access is also impacted. The mid-block crosswalk between The Dolby Portal and El Capitan is closed from 6 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Portions of the south sidewalk along Hollywood Boulevard in front of the El Capitan Theatre are also closed from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ironheart stars Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams, a genius inventor who builds he...

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – Rumors are circulating at VidCon 2025 that YouTube megastar MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) may make an unannounced appearance at this year’s convention. The speculation began after one individual claiming to be affiliated with MrBeast’s team were reportedly seen on site Wednesday evening. According to one attendee, a person present at the Anaheim Convention Center claimed to work for MrBeast, though we have not been able to verify whether this is true. The rumors have gained traction as the event coincides with the 20th anniversary of YouTube, heightening expectations for surprise appearances by top creators. MrBeast previously attended VidCon 2022, where he participated in panels and meet-and-greets that drew large crowds. As of now, there has been no confirm...

SAN DIEGO, CA – Authorities are searching for 15-year-old Hayden Grider, who was reported missing on June 3, 2025. According to the San Diego Police Department, Hayden was last seen on that date. No additional details have been released regarding her clothing or last known location. Anyone with information is urged to contact the San Diego Police Department at 1-619-531-2000 or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678.

SACRAMENTO COUNTY – Authorities are searching for 12-year-old Dveda Haag, who was last seen around 9:20 p.m. in the area of Linda Rio Drive and Whitewater Way. Photo Courtesy of SCSO Haag is described as 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds, with curly brown hair and hazel eyes. She was last seen wearing a white shirt with black stripes, unknown dark-colored pants, and white flip-flop sandals. According to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office, Dveda is autistic, non-verbal, and functions at the level of a 3-year-old child. She has been classified as an at-risk missing juvenile. If seen or located, please contact the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office at 916-874-5115.