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NASA shared video of Fourth of July fireworks over Los Angeles as the International Space Station orbited overhead about 260 miles above the United States. Seven astronauts on Expedition 74 — including three Americans such as Jessica Meir — celebrated the holiday from space, with Meir posting a Fourth of July message.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station watched hundreds of Fourth of July fireworks over Los Angeles as the U.S. marked its 250th birthday. NASA’s Expedition 74 crew—seven astronauts from the U.S. and international partners—observed the display from orbit, underscoring NASA’s anniversary activities that also included Artemis II branding on the rocket and upcoming flyovers.
The Post’s weeklong walk along the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood shows a once-iconic nightlife corridor hollowed by rising rents, a surge in vacancies, and dwindling foot traffic, with closures (Pink Taco, Le Petit Four, Viper Room’s fate) and visible homelessness signaling broader economic strain; new openings offer a glimmer of revival, but locals say the area risks losing its soul if conditions don’t improve.
A massive fire involving solar panels broke out at a commercial building in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, prompting a shelter-in-place order for the surrounding area as firefighters fought the blaze with water-dropping helicopters; no injuries reported and the cause is under investigation.
Nithya Raman surged past Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral primary, pulling to within roughly 3,100 votes as Raman stood at 27.1% to Pratt’s 26.7% in the latest tally, while Mayor Karen Bass held 34.7% and is headed to a runoff. About 368,000 ballots remain to be processed, with mail-in votes postmarked by June 2 still being counted. A head-to-head poll had Raman leading Bass 32% to 28% if they face off in November, suggesting Raman could be a strong challenger in a Bass-Raman runoff.
CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti analyzes Los Angeles's rush to rebuild after last year's devastating wildfires ahead of the 2028 Olympics, noting that permits are being expedited and many homes are being rebuilt with wood despite fire-resistant options like steel or concrete; while some brick-like, code-exceeding homes survived, homeowners aren't necessarily informed about safer building choices, risking a repeat of past lessons unless stronger standards are adopted and time is taken to plan for a more fire-resilient city.
LA2028 ticket sales begin with a presale for Southern California and Oklahoma residents (April 2–6) before a general sale (April 9–19). Each fan can buy up to 12 tickets across all sports (plus 12 soccer tickets that don’t count toward the limit) and up to 4 tickets per ceremony. Time slots are lottery-based with email notices ahead of each 48‑hour window. About 14 million tickets will be available, with prices starting around $28. Paralympic tickets go on sale in 2027 through the same process, and verified resale tickets will be offered by official partners starting in 2027.
A Los Angeles Times critic argues that LA is rich in art beyond its film image, listing five favorites: the bronze Eros undercover by the ocean at the Getty Villa; the Fowler Museum’s celebrated textiles from Indonesia and beyond; the Huntington’s serene bonsai gardens; Kent Twitchell’s Ed Ruscha mural and LA’s vibrant mural culture; and Hollywood Forever cemetery, a living pantheon that hosts screenings and star tributes, showing how memory, landscape and art converge in the city, with a Google map guiding readers to more sites.
A 90-year-old Los Angeles man, Irving Rosenberg, had about $814,000 siphoned from his savings by scammers starting last April. Wells Fargo initially rejected the fraud claim under a 60-day rule, but after ABC7’s 7 On Your Side investigation, the bank refunded the money and emphasized ongoing fraud-prevention efforts.
Los Angeles billionaire Rick Caruso said he will not run for LA mayor or California governor in 2026, choosing to step back after weighing how a campaign would affect his family. His withdrawal removes a potential wealth-backed challenger in both races, where Karen Bass faces a crowded field and the governor’s race is already packed with contenders since Gavin Newsom is term-limited; Caruso’s name recognition is stronger in LA than statewide, and his 2022 bid cost him over $100 million.
The 2025 Michelin Guide for Los Angeles marked a historic milestone with two restaurants, Providence and Somni, earning three stars for the first time in the city's history, alongside other notable awards and recognitions across California.
Ahang Kelk, who organized a memorial for her ex-husband, Dr. Hamid Mirshojae, after he was killed in an execution-style hit, has been arrested along with four others in connection with his murder. The couple had a tumultuous history marked by legal battles, accusations of violence, and financial disputes. Despite Kelk's public display of grief and denial of involvement, police have charged her and the others with conspiring to kill Mirshojae, though the motive remains unclear.
The Los Angeles Film Critics Association (LAFCA) has announced its 2024 winners, with 'ANORA' taking Best Film and Mohammad Rasoulof winning Best Director for 'THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG'. Other notable winners include 'ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT' for Best Film Not In The English Language, 'NO OTHER LAND' for Best Documentary, and 'FLOW' for Best Animated Film. Marianne Jean-Baptiste and Mikey Madison shared Best Leading Performance honors, while Yura Borisov and Kieran Culkin won Best Supporting Performer.
A study published in Biological Conservation reveals that mountain lions in Los Angeles and Ventura counties are altering their activity patterns to avoid human presence in popular recreational areas like the Santa Monica Mountains and Griffith Park.
Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old from Hawaii, has been missing since November 8 after traveling to Los Angeles with plans to fly to New York. Despite maintaining contact with her family and being active on Instagram initially, she has not been heard from since November 11. Her disappearance is marked by unusual financial transactions and concerning messages about identity theft. Tragically, her father, Ryan Kobayashi, died by suicide after searching for her in Los Angeles. The LAPD continues to investigate, noting that Hannah intentionally missed her flight to New York.