Race for California governor continues to heat up, with Trump critic Rep. Eric Swalwell jumping in
Rep. Eric Swalwell, a longtime congressman, announced Thursday night that he is running for governor on Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show.
In-state college tuition for California’s undocumented students is illegal, Trump suit alleges

California universities offer in-state tuition to undocumented students who graduate from state high schools. Now, the Trump administration is suing CSU, UC and the state, calling the practice illegal.
California regulators approve rules to curb methane leaks and prevent fires at landfills

California air regulators adopted new rules designed to reduce methane leaks and better respond to disastrous underground fires at landfills statewide.
L.A. Olympics adds Republican figures with ties to President Trump to board
The 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles on Thursday quietly added a roster of new members to its board of directors, including some high-profile Republicans with ties on President Trump.
Flying without a Real ID? It could cost you $18 and a trip through a new screening process

Airline passengers flying without a Real ID will have to pay $18 to get through security checkpoints.
Shaikin: Mayor does not have much to say about new Dodger Stadium gondola EIR

The Metro committee approves the revised environmental impact report but Mayor Karen Bass says little in her 21 seconds addressing community members.
Driver accused of fatally hitting boy was previously arrested for driving drunk outside a school

The driver arrested on suspicion hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy with his car was convicted in two previous DUI cases, according to officials.
Another judge rejects ex-Sheriff Alex Villanueva’s lawsuit over L.A. County’s ‘do not rehire’ label

A state judge threw out a lawsuit from ex-Sheriff Alex Villanueva claiming L.A. County officials defamed him and violated his rights. It’s the third time the claims were dismissed.
Alhambra police officer dies in early morning pursuit crash

The 28-year-old officer had been with the Alhambra Police Department for eight months.
Trump administration announces plans to open Pacific Ocean to offshore drilling

The plan would mark the first new oil and gas leases in federal waters of the Pacific Ocean in more than four decades.