Trump sets Thursday 9 p.m. speech on elections before midterms
Why it matters: He has pushed tighter federal voting rules and repeated false fraud claims tied to recent California voting.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +7
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#Los Angeles
Merino's 88th-minute goal lifts Spain past Belgium 2-1
The goal sends Spain into the 2026 World Cup semifinals, as Merino delivers a second straight late winner after coming off the bench.
Spain beat Belgium 2-1 on Merino’s 88th-minute World Cup goal
What’s next: Spain move into the semifinals against France after Merino struck late in Los Angeles.
Series: Spain · World Cup Semifinal Berth · 2 chapters since Jul 7‘The Pitt’ tops 2026 Emmy nominations with 25, ‘Hacks’ gets 24
What's next: Winners for the 78th Emmy Awards will be announced Sept. 14 in Los Angeles.
IOC lifts Russia Olympic suspension ahead of LA 2028 qualifiers
What's next: Russian athletes can re-enter international events, but the IOC still has not restored Russia's flag and anthem.
Bloomberg, NPR +4
Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 to win Group B at World Cup
What's next: Canada now travel to Los Angeles for a last-32 match against South Africa instead of staying in Vancouver.
YouTube settles teen addiction suit ahead of July California trial
What's next: Meta, TikTok and Snap still face a July 27 trial in Los Angeles over claims their platforms harmed minors.
US judge throws out Trump lawsuit over Los Angeles immigration policy
What's next: The administration can refile its complaint after the judge found the ordinance governs city staff, not the federal government.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1
Los Angeles declares emergency as warehouse fire burns for 4th day
Why it matters: Smoke spread across much of the city, prompting air-quality warnings and relief centers for residents near Boyle Heights.
The New York Times, BBC News (US & Canada) +3
LA schools chief Alberto Carvalho resigns amid FBI probe
What's new: Carvalho left effective Sunday, and acting superintendent Andrés Chait will stay on as the district searches for permanent leadership.
PBS NewsHour, The Hill +1
Serbian TV pundit apologizes after racist World Cup remarks
What's new: RTS also apologized, but it brought Rade Bogdanovic back on air a day later for Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria.
Serbian TV pundit apologizes after racist World Cup remarks
What's new: RTS also apologized, but Rade Bogdanovic returned to the broadcaster's studio a day later.
World Cup 2026: Belgium held by Iran 0-0 in Los Angeles
Group G remains without a winner after three draws, and Belgium again failed to make the most of Romelu Lukaku.
Republika, Antara News +2
LAPD releases video of officer fatally shooting dog at LA apartment
What’s next: Police said the shooting will be reviewed by investigators, then sent to the civilian police commission for a ruling.
The New York Times, The Straits Times
James Burrows, director of 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
What's new: Burrows directed more than 1,000 TV comedy episodes and won 11 Emmy Awards over a career spanning five decades.
Iran files FIFA complaint over World Cup travel limits before Belgium
What's new: US authorities are allowing Iran into Los Angeles only a day before the noon Group G match, then requiring the team to leave after the game.
Swiss face Bosnia in Los Angeles, 5 Serie A players start
Swiss made two changes after a draw with Qatar, while Bosnia restored Edin Dzeko to the starting lineup.
Antara News, Republika +2
Daveigh Chase, ‘The Ring’ and ‘Lilo & Stitch’ star, dies at 35
What's new: Her manager said she died in a Los Angeles hospital from sepsis after meningitis and severe malnutrition.
Daveigh Chase, voice of Lilo and star of ‘The Ring,’ dies at 35
What’s new: Her manager said Chase died in a Los Angeles hospital from sepsis after meningitis.
Onitsuka Tiger breaks from Asics, targets luxury push in 2027
What's next: The brand plans a Los Angeles store in February 2027 as it tests a renewed US expansion.
Iran rallies twice to draw New Zealand 2-2 in tense LA opener
What's new: Boos during Iran's anthem gave way to cheers for both equalizers as politics and soccer collided at SoFi Stadium.
The Hill, Tribunnews
Hundreds rally outside Iran-New Zealand World Cup match in LA
What's new: A judge upheld FIFA's ban on Iran's pre-revolutionary flag hours before kickoff, deepening tensions around the opener.
The New York Times, The Straits Times +2
Iran rallies twice for 2-2 draw with New Zealand amid LA protests
Why it matters: Iran played after shifting its base to Tijuana when 11 officials were denied US entry and pregame protests deepened diaspora tensions.
After 2-2 draw, Iran must leave Los Angeles
The move cuts into recovery time and sends the squad back to its Tijuana base just hours after facing New Zealand.
Republika, Tribunnews
Iran World Cup team ordered back to Tijuana after LA draw
Why it matters: Iran says visa, ticket and travel problems are disrupting recovery before group games against Belgium and Egypt.
Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'Top Model' docuseries editing
What's new: The suit seeks damages and an injunction blocking use of Banks' image tied to the show's soundtrack album.
Katy Perry, Future and Tyla open FIFA World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles
The U.S. ceremony was part of a three-nation opening as this edition expands to 48 teams.
Antara News, Tribunnews
HUD halts funding to LA homeless agency amid fraud probe
What's new: The agency has received nearly $1 billion in federal money since 2021, and HUD linked the cutoff to alleged fraud and weak oversight.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +1
Jurors hear LA fire suspect used ChatGPT to seek burning-city images
What's new: Prosecutors showed prompts but not AI-generated images after the judge barred them as overly prejudicial.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
Waymo adds $29.99 monthly robotaxi plan in 3 US cities
Why it matters: The invite-only tier targets heavy riders as Waymo looks for new revenue while Alphabet's Other Bets losses remain steep.
SoFi Stadium workers reach deal, avert World Cup strike
What's next: About 2,000 food-service workers vote Wednesday on a pact with wage gains, subcontracting limits and raid protections.
Bloomberg, PBS NewsHour +1
Taylor Swift song for Toy Story 5 breaks streaming record
New: “I Knew It, I Knew You” becomes Apple Music’s biggest country single of 2026 ahead of the film’s June 19 release.
Pratt's lead for LA mayor runoff spot shrinks to 7,494 votes
What's next: Los Angeles County can count ballots received by June 9, and California must certify the primary by July 10.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +5
Iran national team can enter U.S. only on World Cup matchday
The move forces Iran to shift its training camp to Mexico and scrap plans to practice in Tucson, Arizona.
Antara News, Republika
96% of SoFi Stadium workers approve strike ahead of World Cup
About 2,000 hospitality workers could walk off at any time before the June 12 U.S.-Paraguay match in Los Angeles.
Antara News, NPR
Spencer Pratt emerged as a contender in Los Angeles mayoral race
What's next: Karen Bass had secured a runoff spot, while Pratt and Nithya Raman were competing for the second berth as votes were still being counted.
The New York Times, BBC News (US & Canada) +2
Trump alleges California primary theft as vote count stretches on
What's next: California counties have up to 30 days to count ballots, with certified primary results due to the state by July 3.
ABC News, The Hill
US grants Iran team visas 10 days before World Cup opener
What's new: Washington cleared players and necessary staff, but signaled it will screen out anyone tied to the IRGC.
The New York Times, ABC News +1
Actor James Handy, 81, killed in Los Angeles stabbing
What's new: Police arrested Michael Gledhill, 44, the son of Handy's girlfriend, and set bail at $2 million.
The New York Times, Fox News +1
Ahead of Los Angeles mayoral vote, Spencer Pratt attacks Bass
Independent candidate Spencer Pratt targets Karen Bass and Nithya Raman as the June 2 Los Angeles primary nears.
The Hill, ABC News