Los Angeles Magazine

Our March cover star Olivia Munn has spent her career fighting sexual misconduct and anti-Asian violence. After battling breast cancer, the “Your Friends & Neighbors” star is embracing a softer, more vulnerable chapter. Full story from @JasminRosemberg lamag.com/food/outstandi…

The Pentagon is seeking $200 billion for the Iran war, raising questions in Congress about cost, timeline, and strategy as the conflict escalates and early spending tops $11 billion. Full story ⬇️ lamag.com/politics/penta…

From Avenida Cesar Chavez to schools and parks, dozens of landmarks could face renaming after new allegations. The city has already replaced Cesar Chavez Day with Farm Workers Day, with more changes under debate. More from @ChrisNicholsLA ⬇️ lamag.com/news/what-will…

Dodger Stadium is entering the sponsorship era for the first time. The Dodgers are adding Uniqlo as the field’s presenting partner, creating “Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium” while keeping the iconic stadium name intact. Full story ⬇️ lamag.com/baseball/dodge…

A bombshell report is prompting a reckoning over Cesar Chavez’s legacy. Allegations of abuse involving women and minors, including claims from Dolores Huerta, are sending shockwaves across California. More from @MicheleMcPhee 👇 lamag.com/news/cesar-cha…

James Johnson, the MDC (Metropolitan Detention Center) correctional officer accused of sexually abusing an inmate, was seen leaving federal court Wednesday following his arraignment. Prosecutors allege he used his authority to force the inmate to perform oral sex and, on a separate occasion, attempted to rape him. Investigators say DNA evidence, his semen, was recovered from the inmate’s prison jumpsuit. He’s charged with two counts of sexual abuse of a ward and one count of providing false statements. Most defendants quickly jump into a taxi or car after leaving court- Johnson seemed like he was walking towards the Brooklyn Bridge, allowing the press to follow him the entire block. @lamag

Secret Service Sam goes live at Engine Co. 28. LAMag presents Get Host with Secret Service Sam featuring Justin Hyers, Brandon Brody, Del Harrison, Franz Kaches and more. Happy hour specials, strong drinks and a stacked lineup. March 26 - 8 p.m. eventbrite.com/e/los-angeles-…

The Oscars' ratings dropped again, but the audience has not disappeared. It has shifted to streaming, clips and social media. Full story ⬇️ lamag.com/arts-and-enter…

I’ve watched this Afroman clip 16x now

Cedars-Sinai has purchased the Beverly Connection shopping center for about $270 million, securing control of a major retail property across from the Beverly Center and steps from its Los Angeles medical campus. Full story 👇 lamag.com/fashion/shoppi…

Paul McCartney is bringing two intimate shows to the Fonda Theatre this month. A 1,200-person venue, a phone-free crowd, and a setlist spanning Beatles classics and solo hits. Registration is open now, but tickets are limited. Details 👇 lamag.com/music/paul-mcc…

Joe Kent, the nation’s top counterterrorism official, has resigned in protest of the Iran war, calling it unnecessary and warning it is already costing American lives. Full story from @MicheleMcPhee ⬇️ lamag.com/politics/top-t…

NANCY GUTHRIE: Day 45 since Nancy Guthrie vanished. Geo-profiler Douglas MacGregor says the available clues could indicate a “repeat, pattern-based offender.” In our @LAmag interview, he explains the three possibilities investigators may be considering. Full interview below. @TheGeoProfiler youtu.be/LIzxFxblVhA?si…

More than 200k Americans are arrested for marijuana possession each year. A new analysis suggests those arrests could also affect gun ownership under federal law. SCOTUS is now weighing the constitutional question. More from @conlin_lauren ⬇️ lamag.com/crimeinla/coul…

Team USA is headed to the World Baseball Classic final. Two home runs lifted the Americans to a 2-1 semifinal win over the Dominican Republic, sending the U.S. to its third straight WBC championship game. Full story ⬇️ lamag.com/baseball/usa-l…

The 2026 Oscars delivered historic moments. Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another won 6 awards, including Best Picture and Director, while Ryan Coogler’s Sinners scored four wins and a historic cinematography Oscar for Autumn Durald Arkapaw. lamag.com/arts-and-enter…

Bradley Cooper is reportedly in talks to direct and star alongside Margot Robbie in Warner Bros’ upcoming Ocean’s 11 prequel set in 1960s Europe. Full story ⬇️ lamag.com/arts-and-enter…

Former Obama White House counsel Kathryn Ruemmler is set to testify before Congress next month as questions grow over her ties to Jeffrey Epstein and invovlement with JASTA. Full story from @MicheleMcPhee ⬇️ lamag.com/news/former-wh…

Security is being heightened at synagogues and Jewish institutions across Los Angeles after a violent attack at a synagogue near Detroit left a security guard injured. Full story ⬇️ lamag.com/news/security-…

Amazon’s Zoox has partnered with Uber to launch driverless rides in the region as early as next year. The futuristic vehicles have no driver’s seat and seat passengers face-to-face, designed around the rider experience. Full story 👇 lamag.com/news/zoox-and-…

Britney Spears’ March 4 DUI arrest on the 101 in Ventura County is raising questions. Conflicting reports and withheld records have fueled speculation about what really happened that night. More from @conlin_lauren ⬇️ lamag.com/arts-and-enter…