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Get essential Los Angeles Times news highlights from the L.A. Times Studios in “Headlines From The Times.” Each episode brings you a bite-sized breakdown of the day’s top news stories and biggest headlines from California and beyond. From politics and climate to entertainment and food, you’ll get the basics behind the trending topics and key news stories that matter most.
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California voters approve Proposition 50, giving Democrats new power to redraw congressional maps. Democrats notch major wins in New York, Virginia, and New Jersey, signaling strength ahead of the midterms. A UPS cargo jet crashes in Louisville, killing nine and halting operations overnight. The U.S. government shutdown stretches past its 36th day, leaving millions without pay and aid. Pope Leo urges compassion for detained migrants and warns of rising global tensions. In business, Tesla shareholders weigh Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay package, and Hyundai’s air taxi startup faces a gender discrimination lawsuit from a former executive.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 after a long career that shaped U.S. foreign policy and national security. The Supreme Court begins hearing arguments on Trump’s tariffs, a case that could redefine presidential power. Since July, USC has cut more than 900 jobs amid a $200 million budget deficit. A federal judge orders the Trump administration to release millions for school counselor grants. Californians vote on Prop 50, Governor Newsom’s redistricting measure. In business, Gold’s Gym sells most of its Southern California locations to EōS Fitness, and Meta opens a new flagship store in West Hollywood to showcase its latest AI glasses and VR tech.
The Trump administration moves to partially fund SNAP during the shutdown after court orders, as millions await benefits. California voters head to the polls in a special election on Proposition 50. Staffing shortages tied to the shutdown delay flights at LAX and San Diego. UK police charge a suspect in a train stabbing that injured eleven. New York’s mayoral race enters its final hours. Los Angeles celebrates the Dodgers’ second straight World Series title. North Hollywood’s historic Valley Plaza mall begins demolition. And Southern California tests driverless freight trains that could reshape shipping.
Hurricane Melissa leaves destruction across Jamaica and Haiti, killing dozens and displacing thousands. President Trump urges the Senate to end the filibuster to reopen the government as the shutdown drags into its 30th day. Covered California warns of steep premium hikes without renewed federal subsidies. State officials warn of fake ballot texts ahead of the election. Millions lose access to Disney-owned channels as YouTube TV’s contract talks stall. In business, an L.A. startup called Clipping is turning short edits into big profits for creators, and streaming platforms raise prices again, pushing household entertainment costs even higher.
Federal investigators examine whether missed warnings fueled the deadly Palisades wildfire, as lawsuits and a Senate inquiry advance. The Federal Reserve issues another rate cut amid a prolonged government shutdown and growing divisions inside the bank. President Trump suggests the U.S. may resume nuclear testing, prompting global concern. French police arrest more suspects in the Louvre jewel heist. The Dodgers face elimination after another home loss. The Lakers transition to new ownership. Gap launches a new beauty line to reset its brand. And Disneyland lays off about 100 workers as part of a post-pandemic recalibration.
Hurricane Melissa leaves devastation across the Caribbean as Cuba braces for impact. Israel reinstates a ceasefire after deadly strikes in Gaza. A Chicago judge clamps down on ICE raids. L.A. moves forward with an $800 million hydrogen power project. Putin touts a new nuclear-powered drone. The Dodgers struggle in the World Series. Disney merges Hulu + Live TV with Fubo to expand its streaming reach. And Grindr’s board members offer to take the company private in a $3.5 billion buyout.
With just a week until California’s special election, Governor Gavin Newsom’s Proposition 50 campaign surges ahead, drawing over $114 million in donations as early voting accelerates statewide. The U.S. military carried out deadly strikes in the Pacific targeting alleged drug-smuggling boats again. Federal funding cuts threaten millions of Californians’ healthcare access as the government shutdown deepens. A San Bernardino deputy was killed during a high-speed chase on the 210 Freeway. President Trump strengthens trade and security ties during his visit to Japan. The Dodgers take a historic 18-inning World Series victory at home. In business, OpenAI’s Sora app faces backlash for hyperreal deepfakes and rising cocoa prices push Halloween shoppers toward gummy candy this year.
Hurricane Melissa intensifies into a Category 5 storm as Jamaica braces for catastrophic flooding and evacuations. The ongoing U.S. government shutdown halts SNAP benefits, leaving millions without food assistance. A U.S. missile destroyer arrives in the Caribbean amid escalating tensions with Venezuela. Washington threatens to pull funding from California over noncitizen commercial licenses, while LAX experiences major delays as unpaid air traffic controllers protest. Governor Gavin Newsom and former Vice President Kamala Harris both signal possible 2028 presidential runs. In business, El Segundo moves forward with plans for a $175 million surf park, and EV maker Rivian announces more than 600 layoffs amid slowing electric vehicle demand.
President Trump halts all trade negotiations with Canada after accusing officials of using a misleading ad about tariffs. In Los Angeles, thousands of deputies inside the county jail system are now required to wear body cameras following a record number of inmate deaths. The Justice Department will monitor polling sites in five California counties during next month’s Proposition 50 election. The Dodgers prepare for the World Series without reliever Alex Vesia, who’s out for personal reasons. In business, Californians bought a record number of electric vehicles before federal tax credits expired, and Life360 unveils a new GPS pet tracker that lets owners monitor their pets in real time.
California’s early voter turnout is exceeding expectations ahead of November’s special election, with more than 3.4 million mail-in ballots already returned — a potential boost for Proposition 50, the redistricting measure backed by Democrats. In national news, NBA coach Chauncey Billups and player Terry Rozier face federal charges in a sweeping sports gambling probe. L.A.’s firefighters union president accuses Mayor Karen Bass of retaliation after criticizing city funding. Orange County says goodbye to the 50-year-old Westminster Mall as redevelopment plans move forward. In business, Waymo faces a federal investigation after one of its self-driving taxis failed to stop for a school bus in Atlanta.
President Trump demands $230 million from the Justice Department, claiming political investigations caused him financial harm. LAX begins a $30 billion renovation of Terminal 5 ahead of the 2028 Olympics, promising smoother travel and reduced congestion. Matcha lovers face soaring prices as Japan’s supply struggles with climate change, aging farmers, and new import tariffs. Meta lays off 600 AI employees in a restructuring move. Construction begins on a $250 million White House ballroom ordered by President Trump. In business, California insurers plan to charge homeowners new fire-related fees, and the Phillips 66 refinery site in Wilmington is set for redevelopment into a mixed-use space.
A deputy U.S. marshal was wounded by a ricochet bullet fired by an ICE agent during a raid in South Los Angeles, triggering multiple federal investigations. A federal appeals court granted President Trump control of Oregon’s National Guard, overturning a lower court ruling. Governor Gavin Newsom warns millions could lose CalFresh benefits if the federal shutdown continues past Thursday. The planned Trump-Putin summit in Budapest was postponed amid tensions over Ukraine. In business, a major AWS outage disrupted global platforms and Starbucks faces new pressure from its unionized baristas, who are calling on the Olympics to drop the company as its official coffee partner.
A Marine Corps anniversary event at Camp Pendleton sparked alarm when a live artillery round exploded midair over the I-5 Freeway, striking a California Highway Patrol cruiser with shrapnel and prompting an investigation into safety failures. In Pacific Palisades, officials declared eight fire-damaged homes public nuisances after owners missed cleanup deadlines for toxic debris. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and top Democrats in Congress announced a probe into ICE misconduct, citing racial profiling and wrongful arrests of U.S. citizens. U.S. envoys traveled to Israel to help stabilize the fragile Gaza ceasefire after renewed violence. In business, Latino authors and bookstores push for stronger representation in publishing, while NBCUniversal and Apple launch a new streaming bundle combining Peacock and Apple TV.
Malibu declares a state of emergency to remove homeless encampments over wildfire fears. The Trump administration escalates military action in Venezuela, risking a wider conflict. L.A. County prepares to pay nearly $1 billion more to sexual abuse victims. John Bolton pleads not guilty to mishandling classified information. Walmart teams with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT to its shopping app, and Beyond Meat’s stock crashes to record lows amid massive losses.
A California judge blocks federal layoffs during the government shutdown. Governor Newsom unveils a new plan to sell low-cost insulin statewide. Federal prosecutors charge two executives with misusing homelessness funds. California sues over the cancellation of the Solar for All program. Waymo expands its driverless cars to London in its first European rollout. And Spotify teams up with Netflix to bring video podcasts to streaming audiences starting in 2026.
R&B legend D’Angelo has died at 51 after a battle with cancer, remembered as a defining voice of neo-soul with albums like Voodoo and Black Messiah. A major storm is soaking Southern California, bringing flash flood warnings and dangerous driving conditions across the region. The federal shutdown enters a third week as thousands of government workers face layoffs and pay uncertainty. California’s secretary of state is refuting false claims that mail-in ballots expose voters’ choices. Governor Newsom has signed new wildfire insurance laws to speed relief for victims. In business, Newsom signs new AI safety rules into law to protect minors and Long Beach enforces the nation’s first staffing requirements for self-checkout lanes to reduce retail theft.
Former LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner launches his campaign for Los Angeles mayor, challenging Karen Bass. The Trump administration cuts hundreds of jobs at the Education Department, while USC eyes the future of its rivalry with Notre Dame. In the Middle East, Hamas frees the last Israeli hostages. Back in the U.S., Southern California braces for severe storms. In business, Tesla offers customers lackluster discounts and OpenAI expands ChatGPT’s reach with new third-party integrations.
A deadly explosion at a munitions plant in Tennessee has left workers missing as rescue crews search the site. MIT’s president rejected a White House proposal linking university funding to political alignment. The Los Angeles Fire Department is under fire for failing to use thermal cameras before the deadly Palisades blaze reignited. New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted following pressure from President Trump. In business, companies are using AI to create fake news-style ads without disclosure, and Nestlé has withdrawn from a global alliance to cut dairy methane emissions.
California test scores rose for a second straight year, with major gains in Compton and L.A. Unified as the state adopts new literacy reforms. The federal shutdown deepened after President Trump suggested furloughed workers might not get back pay. A Lakers fan sued LeBron James, claiming a misleading retirement tease. Trump announced an Israel-Hamas peace deal with hostage releases and troop withdrawals. L.A. County moved toward declaring an emergency over ICE raids. In business, experts warn of an AI investment bubble, and three University of California scientists won the Nobel Prize in Physics for advances in quantum computing.
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