Patagonia sues drag queen Pattie Gonia for trademark infringement, alleging her use of a similar name and logo confuses the public and poses a threat to their brand identity and activism.

The California-based Vallarta chain opened its first Arizona store in Glendale last week and says a second Phoenix-area location is coming. The company plans roughly 10–15 Valley stores as it expands.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is enacting measures to support the local entertainment industry, including cost-effective filming permits and extended city support services.

Lululemon opens a new store in Downtown Disney, offering athletic apparel for park visitors, and features a Disney-themed collection. The store occupies the former ESPN Zone space and operates with extended hours.

Rapper "Clintnlord" was arrested by LAPD on charges of sexual assault and held on $1.42 million bail, pleading not guilty. Authorities are seeking other potential victims.

Zarbab Ali was convicted of first-degree murder and abuse of his estranged wife's remains, facing life without parole with sentencing set for January 12, 2026.

Paramount is laying off nearly 10% of its workforce, encompassing 2,000 jobs, following an $8 billion merger with Skydance. CEO David Ellison has addressed the layoffs as a tough but necessary decision.

An officer tackling a suspect, Tim Rau, suffered a shoulder injury, but a K9 helped arrest Rau who was wanted on a felony warrant and also charged with resisting arrest.

A three-vehicle crash in North Hollywood at Vineland Ave. and Vanowen St. halted a Metrolink train, led to a rescue operation, and caused a non-critical injury evaluation of six people.

Amgen and Gilead Sciences announce investments in California, bolstering its position as a life sciences leader, potentially adding jobs and contributing to the state's economy.

The Santa Monica City Council approved a program for adult-use cannabis retail in non-residential areas, with a social equity component to address past injustices.

HelloFresh settled a lawsuit for $7.5 million over claims it misled Californian customers with its subscription auto-renewal practices and advertising.

Five people were arrested after a shooting at unoccupied vehicles in Hemet; an investigation led to seizure of firearms and charges including possession of a stolen firearm.