Federal Judge Charles Breyer stated that Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth violated federal laws by deploying the National Guard during protests in Los Angeles. This refers to the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, which prohibits the use of the military for domestic purposes.
Actor Brad Pitt bought a 780 sq. m Spanish-style house in Hollywood Hills for $12 million. The sellers were musician Dave Cooning and his wife Emily Cooning.
The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles received the first Lamborghini Aventador delivered to North America. This 2012 supercar was used for premieres and tests, symbolizing a new era for the brand.
The California Parole Board denied parole to Erik Menendez, convicted of murdering his parents. His brother Lyle is also awaiting a hearing.
The Pentagon is developing a plan to create a National Guard rapid reaction force to suppress domestic unrest. This initiative, costing hundreds of millions of dollars, is causing legal and political disputes.
Tony Stark's Acura NSX Roadster from the movie "Avengers" will be presented at Monterey Car Week. The car, created for the film based on the first-generation NSX, will also be put up for a charity auction next year.
US President Donald Trump transferred the Washington police department under direct federal control and deployed National Guard troops. This is the first time in history that a president has taken control of a city's police, citing an emergency situation after an attack on a former civil servant.
The US President plans to create a working group for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. This could escalate relations between the White House and local authorities after immigration raids.
The US has issued the highest level tsunami warning for the northern coast of California after a powerful earthquake near Kamchatka. Waves up to 1.4 meters are expected, and residents are urged to evacuate immediately.
Shane Devon Tamura from Las Vegas opened fire in an office building in Manhattan, killing four people, including a police officer, and wounding one more, before committing suicide. The motive for the shooting, which occurred in a skyscraper with NFL and Blackstone offices, remains unknown.
Dr. Salvador Plasencia pleaded guilty to illegally selling ketamine to Matthew Perry, which, according to the investigation, led to the actor's death from an overdose. He faces up to 40 years in prison and a fine of at least $2 million; sentencing is expected on December 3.
Qatar could become the first Middle Eastern country to host the 2036 Olympic Games in Doha. The country already has 95% of the necessary sports infrastructure and experience hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The Pentagon is withdrawing 700 Marines from Los Angeles, who were deployed last month amid protests against increased immigration control. Defense Secretary Pete Hagseth ordered the redeployment of troops after stability returned to the city.
19-year-old Shiloh Jolie and dancer Keoni Rose, who are reportedly living together, were photographed by paparazzi passionately embracing in a car in Studio City, California. An insider confirmed that the couple has been temporarily living together for the past few weeks.
In Los Angeles, a car drove into a crowd near a nightclub, injuring 30 people. The driver was found injured, three victims are in critical condition.
In Los Angeles, over 20 people were injured after a car crashed into a crowd in East Hollywood. Four to five victims are in critical condition.
The Trump administration decided to end the deployment of some National Guard units in Los Angeles, involved in containing protests. About 4,000 servicemen and 700 marines guarded federal buildings and immigration agents.
A farm worker died after a raid by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a legal cannabis farm in California. The man, who was being pursued by immigration agents, fell from a height of 9 meters.
An industrial tunnel, 5. 5 meters in diameter, under construction for a wastewater treatment system, collapsed in Los Angeles. All 31 trapped workers were successfully rescued thanks to the efforts of over 100 rescuers.
The Madre wildfire in San Luis Obispo County, the largest this year in California, has covered over 28,000 hectares. The fire is 10% contained, over 200 people have been evacuated, and air quality in Los Angeles is deteriorating.
Donald Trump is planning a multi-year mega-celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence, which will include a "Great American States Fair," "Patriot Games," a "Freedom Plane," and a UFC fight on the White House grounds. The events will take place against a backdrop of low levels of patriotic pride among Americans.
The filming of the second season of the series "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" will be moved from New York to Los Angeles. This decision is related to the expansion of the tax incentive program in California, which is intended to stimulate the return of large projects to the state.
Actor Peter-Henry Schroeder, known for his role as gunner Peter-Henry in the series "Star Trek: Enterprise", died in June at the age of 90 in Florida. The cause of death is unknown, the funeral will be held in Los Angeles with military honors.
The final Fast & Furious film, scheduled for April 2027, will bring audiences back to Los Angeles, revive street racing, and reunite Dominic Toretto with Brian O'Conner. Vin Diesel put these conditions to Universal Pictures for the creation of the concluding chapter.
Actress Charlize Theron criticized Jeff Bezos and his new wife Lauren Sanchez for their $50 million wedding in Venice. Protesters in Venice also condemned the lavish wedding, demanding that Bezos pay more taxes, accusing him of tax evasion and low wages for employees.
Kylie Jenner arrived in Venice with her children for Jeff Bezos' wedding. A photo of her son with a soft toy provoked discussion among fans about a gift from Timothée Chalamet.
Singer and songwriter Rebekah Del Rio died on June 23 in Los Angeles at the age of 57. She became famous for performing the song "Llorando" in David Lynch's film "Mulholland Drive."
Kate Hudson will receive the "Pioneer of the Year" award from the Will Rogers Foundation on October 8 in Los Angeles for her contribution to the film industry, charity and social activities. The funds raised will go to support film industry workers through the WRMPFF Pioneers Assistance Fund.
Kirsty Coventry has taken over as head of the International Olympic Committee, becoming the first woman and African to hold the position. She criticizes the automatic suspension of countries from the Olympics due to conflicts, proposing the creation of task forces to assess specific situations.
A federal appeals court in San Francisco has allowed the use of National Guard troops for protests. Trump's decision was called likely legal, but not final.
