LA County in the news for a sprawling mix: wildfires, floods, a Palisades blaze aftermath, and big settlements. Major public safety, climate, and governance headlines.
Prosecutors in California are investigating Houston-born singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, over the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Court documents reveal a grand jury subpoena seeking testimony from his relatives, and authorities found dismembered remains in a Tesla linked to the case. The singer continued touring until the investigation gained public attention.
Recent data shows US cities, including Los Angeles, San Diego, and New York, are experiencing population declines driven by reduced international migration and domestic outflows. The trend reflects broader national shifts, with many regions losing residents due to high living costs and policy changes. The impact on local economies and growth prospects is significant.
Roblox is launching new age-based accounts in June to improve safety for children, following legal actions and government concerns over harmful content and grooming. The platform aims to restrict access and enhance parental controls, but faces ongoing lawsuits alleging negligence and harmful effects on youth mental health.
Conservationists have reported a fresh spate of wolf carcasses in an Italian national park, with authorities suspecting poison as the cause. The killings are part of a broader probe into wildlife crimes amid rising tensions between biodiversity goals and livestock protection.