A Santa Monica jury found Bill Cosby liable for battery and sexual assault against Donna Motsinger, awarding her $19.25 million in damages and $40 million in punitive damages. This marks the 2nd major civil verdict against Cosby, following a 2018 conviction for assaulting Judy Huth. That sentence was later overturned in 2021.

People have been caught on tape living in the sewers and storm drains of certain South Los Angeles neighborhoods. Housed neighbors in the area have submitted complaints to authorities for months to get resources shared, but only recently have actions been taken by the city to address concerns. This past week, city sanitation crews in hazmat gear established a 100-foot perimeter, calling the area a “hot zone.” Unfortunately, the main woman spotted in the area left without any visible assistance offered to her from city workers.

A Los Angeles jury found Instagram and YouTube liable for the harm caused to a 20-year-old plaintiff, Kaley G.M., who claimed the platforms were designed to addict young users. The jury awarded Kaley $3 million in damages, with an additional $2.1 million in punitive damages against Meta and $900,000 against Google. This landmark verdict is expected to influence thousands of pending lawsuits and reshape the legal landscape for social media companies.

Family and supporters of Bryan Bostic, who died in Inglewood police custody, demanded transparency and answers from the City Council. The family criticized the lack of information released by police, calling for the release of any video footage and an independent review. The Inglewood Police Department is currently under investigation by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office for their use of force.

For the first time in 60 years, Los Angeles’ District 9 will not have a Black councilmember. Historically the district has been a center of Black political power, but has seen a demographic shift, with the Black population decreasing from 81% in 1965 to 13% in 2021. Amidst the concerns about representation, many candidates have chosen to emphasize the importance of a Black-Latino coalition and addressing shared community issues.

California lawmakers are considering extending alcohol sales to 4 a.m. in designated zones to revitalize downtown areas. The proposal, supported by local restaurants and tourism groups, aims to boost the nightlife economy but faces opposition from health and law enforcement groups.

The Long Beach City Council voted to advance plans allowing cannabis sales and use at special events within city limits. If passed, the ordinance would permit up to a dozen events per year, each lasting up to four days, and at designated venues. While proponents argue this will boost tourism and the economy, opponents raise concerns about public health and safety.