LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA

Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

Car Prices Soar, Drivers Stay on the Road

Los Angeles traffic keeps moving at a steady pace even as fuel costs climb higher than ever. The city’s main highways – I‑405, I‑10 and I‑5 – saw almost no change in the number of miles driven over a two‑month stretch that began after the Iran conflict escalated. Researchers from Caltrans anal

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Jun 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

What singing feels like after a big health challenge

Losing your voice isn’t just about not being able to speak—it can change how you share your art too. One well-known performer who once lit up stages with hits like “Copacabana” found this out the hard way. Cancer in the throat stopped him mid-career, even though the signs were subtle at first. Small

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

LA Mayor Race: A Tight Three‑Way Showdown

Los Angeles voters face a close contest for mayor, with the current officeholder, a council member, and a TV star all pulling in similar support. The incumbent, who has led the city for one term, is still considered the frontrunner by many polls, but recent numbers show her advantage shrinking. She

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May 30 2026CRIME

Downtown L. A. Residents Face Ongoing Safety Worries Despite Lower Crime Rates

Los Angeles has seen a drop in violent crime over recent years, but that doesn’t mean everyone feels safer. Last month, an 84-year-old man with dementia was brutally attacked and killed just blocks from his downtown home. The crime happened in broad daylight near a place he frequented, showing how q

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May 30 2026BUSINESS

Small fixes, big headaches: How California's ADA rules hurt small businesses

California's reputation for strict accessibility laws actually creates a messy situation for small businesses. While the state leads the nation in ADA-related lawsuits, most violations are minor—like a slightly off-center handicap parking sign or a bathroom mirror positioned an inch too high. These

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Beard Battle: California’s Governor Race Gets Facial‑Haired

California voters are seeing a new twist in their upcoming governor race—an unexpected showdown over facial hair. Two Republican contenders, Sheriff Chad Bianco and former commentator Steve Hilton, are not only debating policy but also competing for the most impressive mustache or beard. Bianco,

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Can a TV star beat a politician in LA?

Los Angeles voters face a big choice this year. The mayor’s race has turned into a messy three-way fight. Current leader Karen Bass is trying to hold on, but two challengers are breathing down her neck. Spencer Pratt, better known for his reality show antics, is one of them. His team claims his fame

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May 27 2026CELEBRITIES

What happens when LA mayoral races get messy?

Los Angeles voters are seeing a very unusual race for mayor this year. One candidate stands out not just for his fame, but for how he’s shaking up the usual rules. Spencer Pratt, better known from reality TV, has climbed surprisingly high in the polls, overtaking even the sitting mayor and a promine

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Money, power, and California’s governor race

California’s race for governor just got stranger as a billionaire spends millions trying to win. Tom Steyer has poured $200 million of his own money into the campaign, mostly on ads and paying influencers across California. Even his own supporters call it “disgusting, ” but they hope all this spendi

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May 25 2026BUSINESS

Why Jobs Matter More Than You Think for California Home Prices

California’s housing market moves in strange ways. One big reason? Jobs. When work is easy to find, home prices usually climb. But when jobs dry up, so do price gains—sometimes they even drop. Looking back to 1990, the best years for job growth in California saw home prices jump nearly 8% a year. D

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