Writers Guild Reaches Tentative Four-Year Deal With Studios
The Writers Guild says it has a tentative four‑year deal with studios that lifts streaming pay, bolsters health and pension funds and adds limits on AI training — pending a member vote.
Rent Woes Hit WeHo as Byers Points to Sacramento’s Smart Growth Moves
Chelsea Byers told a statewide panel tenant protections and new housing can coexist, even as West Hollywood’s rent‑stabilized unit count hasn’t been updated since 2017. Commissioners have asked staff to pull demolition and replacement data ahead of the April 9 meeting.
Downtown LA Man Acquitted After Punching ICE Agent
A jury in downtown Los Angeles cleared Luis Hipolito of charges he punched an ICE agent during a June 2025 enforcement sweep. The verdict is the latest setback for prosecutors tied to the raids.
Mail Ballot Issues Leave Thousands of California Votes Uncounted
Thousands of mailed ballots arrived too late to be counted in the Nov. 4 special election, with inland counties hardest hit and officials blaming Postal Service routing changes.












