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city since the magazine’s founding by Geoff Miller in the spring of 1961. The definitive resource for Angelenos, Los Angeles covers the people, food, culture, arts and entertainment, fashion, lifestyle, and news that defines Southern California with a signature mix of feature-length writing, service journalism, investigative reporting, and design. Led by editor-in-chief Mary Melton, the magazine i

s the recipient of three National Magazine Awards in addition to numerous other industry honors (you can see all of the magazine’s award-winning content here). With more than 800,000 monthly readers and 140,000 monthly subscribers, Los Angeles is the only local publication with 100% paid and verified readership. For more on the magazine’s history, read about Geoff Miller’s mission for Los Angeles and peruse more than 50 years of covers in our online archive. For more about the magazine’s audience, please read our media kit.

California just took a major step toward stronger animal welfare 🐶🐱Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new series of bill...
10/12/2025

California just took a major step toward stronger animal welfare 🐶🐱

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new series of bills cracking down on puppy mills, banning cat declawing, and demanding full transparency from pet sellers. From requiring breeders to disclose animal origins to outlawing cruel cosmetic procedures, these laws are setting a new standard for humane treatment statewide. 🐾✨

Read how these new protections will reshape California’s pet industry ⬇️

https://lamag.com/news/governor-newsom-fetches-new-laws-for-pet-protection/

The Clippers are facing a full-court press from the NBA. 🏀A new report links Kawhi Leonard to a $28 million “no-show” en...
10/12/2025

The Clippers are facing a full-court press from the NBA. 🏀

A new report links Kawhi Leonard to a $28 million “no-show” endorsement deal allegedly funded by team owner Steve Ballmer—sparking questions about salary-cap violations.

Despite the controversy, Commissioner Adam Silver confirmed the 2026 NBA All-Star Game will still take place at Inglewood’s Intuit Dome.

L.A.’s latest sports drama is unfolding off the court.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/sports/clippers-face-nba-investigation-amid-alleged-endorsement-fraud-but-all-star-game-unaffected/

Drake’s defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” has officially been dismissed. A federal judge ruled that...
10/11/2025

Drake’s defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” has officially been dismissed. A federal judge ruled that the lyrics, including those fiery accusations that fueled one of rap’s most viral beefs, amount to opinion, not fact.

The court called the track “replete with profanity, trash talk, and hyperbole,” and ruled that no reasonable listener would take the words literally.

UMG called the case “an affront to artistic expression.” Drake’s camp says they plan to appeal.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/music/drakes-defamation-case-against-not-like-us-dismissed-by-federal-judge/

Apple just removed the ICEBlock app, a tool that let users crowdsource ICE activity, after pressure from the U.S. Depart...
10/11/2025

Apple just removed the ICEBlock app, a tool that let users crowdsource ICE activity, after pressure from the U.S. Department of Justice.

The DOJ says it’s about protecting agent safety. The app’s creator calls it censorship and a threat to free speech.

Public safety or government overreach?

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/immigration/apple-pulls-ice-tracking-app-amid-doj-preassure/

Start fast. Finish strong.In the 11th inning of a tense Game 4, a routine dribbler turned into a heartbreak for Philly —...
10/11/2025

Start fast. Finish strong.

In the 11th inning of a tense Game 4, a routine dribbler turned into a heartbreak for Philly — and a ticket to the NLCS for L.A.

A bobbled grounder, a wild throw, and a sprint home later, the Dodgers were celebrating near first base as Hyeseong Kim crossed the plate for the game-winning run.

From Tyler Glasnow’s six shutout innings to Andy Pages breaking an 0-for-22 slump, it was classic October baseball — the kind L.A. lives for. ⚾💙

Read the full story of how the Dodgers clinched their return to the NLCS ⬇️

https://lamag.com/sports/dodgers-head-back-to-nlcs-after-phillies-costly-11th-inning-error/

A courtroom controversy is brewing.�Luigi Mangione’s defense team says the DOJ violated a gag order by reposting Attorne...
10/10/2025

A courtroom controversy is brewing.�
Luigi Mangione’s defense team says the DOJ violated a gag order by reposting Attorney General Pam Bondi’s social statement calling for the death penalty — a move they claim jeopardizes his right to a fair trial. Federal prosecutors say otherwise, insisting no rule was broken.

The high-profile case—centered on the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson—now faces new questions about the role of social media in shaping public perception.

Read the full story

https://lamag.com/crimeinla/did-the-doj-violate-the-gag-order-in-the-luigi-mangione-case/

Tropical Cyclone Priscilla is making her way up the coast — and SoCal could be in for a brief brush with tropical weathe...
10/10/2025

Tropical Cyclone Priscilla is making her way up the coast — and SoCal could be in for a brief brush with tropical weather. ☁️💧

Expect humid skies, scattered showers, and a few rumbles of thunder as the system moves north through the weekend. 🌦️

Forecasters say rainfall should stay light, but after last month’s mudslides, many are keeping a close eye on the forecast.

Read on for the full weather outlook and local advisories ⬇️

https://lamag.com/weather/tropical-cyclone-priscilla-could-bring-showers-to-southern-california-this-weekend/

🏀 Breaking news from Lakers camp: LeBron James will miss the start of the 2025–26 season after being diagnosed with scia...
10/10/2025

🏀 Breaking news from Lakers camp: LeBron James will miss the start of the 2025–26 season after being diagnosed with sciatica. The four-time MVP and cornerstone of the Lakers franchise is expected to be sidelined for at least 3–4 weeks, marking an uncharacteristic health setback for the 40-year-old superstar.

While fans brace for a LeBron-less October, the Lakers will tip off the season at Crypto.com Arena on Oct. 21 against Steph Curry and the Warriors — without their leader on the floor.

Can the team hold its ground until his return? 💭

Read on for the full story 👇

https://lamag.com/sports/lebron-james-to-be-sidelined-at-least-3-4-weeks-due-to-sciatica/

Katie Porter’s campaign is trending for all the wrong reasons. 🎥During a recent CBS interview, Porter clashed with repor...
10/09/2025

Katie Porter’s campaign is trending for all the wrong reasons. 🎥

During a recent CBS interview, Porter clashed with reporter Julie Watts over redistricting — cutting things short after a tense back-and-forth that ended with, “I don’t want this all on camera.”

The clip has since gone viral, sparking criticism from political rivals and reigniting conversation about how candidates handle tough questions.

Read on to watch the exchange and read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/news-and-politics/california-pol-goes-viral-for-her-testy-response-to-redistricting-question/

🚨 LAPD raids one of L.A.’s most famous sneaker resellers.Authorities say they found over $500,000 in stolen Nike merchan...
10/09/2025

🚨 LAPD raids one of L.A.’s most famous sneaker resellers.
Authorities say they found over $500,000 in stolen Nike merchandise, including more than 2,000 pairs of sneakers, inside the CoolKicks warehouse. CEO Adeel Shams was arrested during the Oct. 2 bust, which shocked the city’s streetwear scene.

CoolKicks, known for its celebrity clientele and loyal following, says it had “no reason to believe” the items were stolen and insists it bought them in good faith.

👟 A wild twist in the world of high-end kicks.

Read on for the full story

https://lamag.com/news/coolkicks-ceo-arrested-after-lapd-seizes-500k-in-stolen-nike-goods/

A former Uber driver has been charged with deliberately setting the deadly Palisades Fire that killed 12 people and dest...
10/08/2025

A former Uber driver has been charged with deliberately setting the deadly Palisades Fire that killed 12 people and destroyed thousands of homes along the Malibu coast.

Federal investigators say 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht lit the blaze on New Year’s Eve, then later offered to help firefighters battle the flames he started. The suspect allegedly created disturbing AI-generated imagery months before the fire and listened to a French rap song about despair as he sparked the brush.

“This arrest acknowledges to every victim and survivor that what happened matters,” said L.A. Councilwoman Traci Park.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/crimeinla/feds-former-uber-driver-deliberately-set-blaze-that-sparked-deadly-palisades-fire/

Brian K. Williams, the former Deputy Mayor of Public Safety for Los Angeles, has been sentenced to one year of probation...
10/08/2025

Brian K. Williams, the former Deputy Mayor of Public Safety for Los Angeles, has been sentenced to one year of probation after admitting he called in a bomb threat to City Hall — all to get out of a work Zoom meeting.

Prosecutors called it a “desperate act” from a longtime public servant battling stress and untreated mental illness. Williams, who once oversaw LA’s emergency response during wildfires, pleaded guilty to making threats involving explosives.

He’ll serve a year of probation, complete community service, and pay a $5,000 fine — but remains eligible for his city pension.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/crimeinla/former-deputy-mayor-of-public-safety-sentenced-to-one-year-probation/

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