California Lawmakers Push for Tougher 'Swatting' Laws Amid Rising Threats
California legislators are advancing bills to close legal loopholes and strengthen penalties for 'swatting' - making hoax emergency calls that trigger massive police responses. The FBI has investigated over 100 incidents targeting schools, hospitals and places of worship across 42 states in just one month.
Federal Court Upholds California's High-Capacity Magazine Ban in Landmark Ruling
The 9th Circuit Court ruled California's ban on magazines holding over 10 rounds constitutional, classifying them as accessories rather than protected arms. The 7-4 decision marks a significant victory for state gun control efforts, though opponents plan to appeal to the Supreme Court.
Russia's Hidden Hand: How Moscow Fuels California's Independence Movement
Recent developments in California's potential secession have revealed deep ties to Russian interference, including Kremlin-backed conferences and FSB involvement in separatist groups. Moscow's strategy of exploiting internal divisions extends beyond California, even as Russia faces its own separatist challenges.
Immigration Crackdown: Major Enforcement Operation Launches in Los Angeles
Federal authorities have initiated extensive immigration enforcement operations across Los Angeles, targeting unauthorized workers and employers through coordinated agency efforts. The operations include heightened workplace inspections and increased penalties for violations, reflecting a new phase in federal immigration policy implementation.
Legal Battle Erupts Over Elon Musk's Controversial Role in Trump Administration
Democratic states challenge Elon Musk's unprecedented influence within Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, claiming his advisory position violates constitutional principles. The lawsuit questions Musk's authority as the administration pursues federal workforce reductions while maintaining he serves only as an advisor.
Major Immigration Raid Planned for Los Angeles, Federal Documents Reveal
Federal law enforcement agencies are preparing for a large-scale immigration enforcement operation in Los Angeles targeting individuals without legal status. Multiple agencies including FBI, DEA and ATF will support ICE in this unprecedented operation targeting a region with approximately 800,000 undocumented residents.
States Sue to Block Federal Agency's Access to Personal Treasury Data
A coalition of 19 state attorneys general, including California, is challenging the Trump administration's DOGE agency from accessing sensitive Treasury Department records. The lawsuit aims to protect millions of Americans' private data, with a federal judge already issuing a preliminary injunction.
LAPD Warns of Scammers Targeting California Wildfire Victims
The Los Angeles Police Department alerts residents about fraudsters exploiting wildfire victims through contracting scams, towing fraud, and fake charitable donations. A new multi-agency task force has been formed to investigate and prosecute these fire-related crimes.
Russia's Putin Accused of Stoking California, Texas Secession Movements
Former California GOP chair Ron Nehring warns of Russian interference in state independence campaigns, claiming Kremlin-backed media amplify 'Calexit' and 'Texit' movements. While signature gathering begins for a 2028 California independence ballot measure, legal experts maintain state secession remains unconstitutional.
FBI Probes Drone-Aircraft Collision During Critical Los Angeles Firefighting Operation
A collision between a private drone and a firefighting super scooper aircraft has prompted an FBI investigation in Los Angeles County. The incident damaged the aircraft and temporarily disrupted vital firefighting efforts at the Palisades Fire, highlighting growing concerns about unauthorized drone activity in restricted airspace.