Wire Bristle Scare Has Home Depot Grill Masters Ditching Nexgrill Brushes
Nexgrill is recalling more than 10.2 million metal‑bristle grill brushes sold at Home Depot after reports that bristles can detach and be swallowed. Owners should stop using affected models and register online for a gift‑card refund.
ICE Crackdowns Weigh on Orange County Economy, Study Finds
A UC Irvine study ties last summer’s ICE sweeps to a steep drop in neighborhood spending — roughly $58.9M in lost output and $4.5M in missed sales tax. Local shop owners say fear and fewer customers have forced quick pivots and lingering worry.
LA Judge Sets Aside $950M J&J Talc Punitive Award
A Los Angeles judge set aside a $950 million punitive award against Johnson & Johnson in the Mae Moore talc case while leaving about $16 million in compensatory damages intact. The move sharpens the focus on appeals in the sprawling talc litigation.
KBR Clarifies Fort Irwin Layoffs: Anticipates 60 Cuts Despite State Notice of 758
While a state WARN filing indicated 758 potential job cuts at Fort Irwin by May 6, a KBR spokesperson says the company anticipates 60 or fewer actual layoffs among represented employees, factoring in union bumping rights.
Eight Players Score $465K In California Fantasy 5 Wins
Eight California players matched all five Fantasy 5 numbers in recent draws, splitting $465,973 total. The winning tickets were sold at convenience stores and liquor shops statewide.











