Renee Eng

An example of one of the 1,200 tiny homes that will be deployed to four CA cities, part of Gov. Newsom's plan to help house homeless. This unit from @Foldumcorp is solar-powered, equipped w/ kitchenette, full bathroom, beds & can be set-up within an hour: bit.ly/3Kh2EPb

In the social media addiction trial, jurors in Los Angeles have found Meta and YouTube liable for negligent design and failure to warn. Damages are $3 million. Judge Kuhl’s clerk began publishing the verdict at 10:18 a.m. She finished at 10:24 a.m.

One of the joys of working at @NY1 is that we focus on local news, even when asking President @realDonaldTrump questions. Here's his reply to if his administration would release funding for the 2nd avenue subway in NYC- oh and as I told him, I'm older than I look 😂

Great joining Inside the Issues on Spectrum News 1 SoCal Inside the Issues this evening with Renee Eng (filling in for @amritsingh) to unpack a set of fast-moving developments at the intersection of AI, national security, and media. We covered three major fronts shaping the AI landscape right now: 1. National Security & AI Supply Chains The emerging tensions around Anthropic and the U.S. Department of Defense highlight a deeper issue: who controls access to frontier AI systems, and under what conditions? We covered policy, trust, assurance, and the role of private AI labs in national security infrastructure. 2. The AI Guardrails Act New legislative efforts signal that Washington is moving from principles to enforcement. The proposed guardrails raise important questions around accountability, testing, and operational transparency especially for systems deployed in sensitive environments like defense. 3. AI and the Future of Hollywood From comments by Steven Spielberg to broader industry reactions, we’re seeing a creative community grappling with what AI means for storytelling. “AI vs. humans” is what people are thinking on the surface, but it's more than that and more about how tools reshape the creative process just as CGI once did. My key takeaway: We’re entering a phase where AI is no longer just a technology story. It’s a governance story, a workforce story, and a cultural story. The challenge ahead is aligning innovation with trust, safety, and human values without slowing down progress. Appreciate the thoughtful conversation and the opportunity to share perspective on where this is all heading. @SpecNews1SoCal

Excited to have joined Inside the Issues on Spectrum News 1 SoCal with Renee Eng, filling in for Amrit Singh, to discuss the rapidly evolving intersection of AI, national security, and media. We explored key topics including: - The tensions between Anthropic and the Pentagon - The proposed AI Guardrails Act - Perspectives from Steven Spielberg that reflect broader shifts in Hollywood's approach to AI My takeaway is that AI has transcended being merely a technology story; it is now a governance, workforce, and cultural transformation unfolding in real time. @Renee_Eng @amritsingh @SpecNews1SoCal

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement with El Monte Union High School District after a DOJ investigation found the district “systemically violated laws” and failed to properly respond to sexual harassment and abuse complaints. Some cases spanned years, off

"Nearly five years." Investigative journalism takes years and years. The investment is immense, and always worth it, and, in the era of "hot takes" and ephemeral "content," rigorously reported journalistic work is needed more than ever. We must keep supporting investigative journalism. From @mannyNYT, lead reporter of the blockbuster piece on Cesar Chavez ⤵️

After much reflection, I have decided to resign from my position as Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, effective today. I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran. Iran posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby. It has been an honor serving under @POTUS and @DNIGabbard and leading the professionals at NCTC. May God bless America.

A Southern California couple says they received 1099 tax forms from Uber despite never driving for the company. In her investigation, @Renee_Eng uncovered hundreds of similar complaints filed with the Federal Trade Commission.

A Los Angeles woman was surprised to get a 1099 tax form from Uber, since she says she’s never driven for the company. Story with @Renee_Eng on how many people say this has happened to them and their identity theft concerns. specne.ws/Wq968J

LAUSD Supt. Alberto Carvalho placed on paid leave following FBI raid of home, office latimes.com/california/sto…

A Los Angeles firefighter said in sworn testimony that he sounded the alarm about the inadequate mop-up of the Lachman fire — and was blown off by a captain — days before the embers reignited into the deadly Palisades fire. The firefighter, Scott Pike, testified last month in a lawsuit brought by Palisades fire victims against the city and the state. Pike said there were about five areas that were still smoking. Read more here: latimes.com/california/sto…

We are now just over an hour away from the State of the Union! A brief recap of some of the protests we are expecting, the guests attending, and the Democratic response - PLUS - how long will the speech go? We are hearing it could go much longer than last year's. Breaking it down with @Renee_Eng on @SpecNews1SoCal:

Mark Zuckerberg arrived at the Spring Street courthouse in downtown Los Angeles a few minutes ago to testify in the big social media addiction trial. I’ll be in the courtroom for his testimony and will let you know how it goes.

WASHINGTON (AP) — EPA revokes scientific finding that greenhouse gases endanger public health, removing key basis for climate change fight.

Renee Eng's is the only LA reporter I know that gives the landlord's perspective in housing and evictions. She is terrific. Highly recommend to follow her work. @Renee_Eng @SpecNews1SoCal

Fresh off his historic win at the Grammys, Bad Bunny is set for the Super Bowl halftime show. Here’s what you can expect from what is gearing up to be a landmark moment for Latino culture. bit.ly/4kkhJjm #APPhoto by Godofredo A. Vásquez

From @TheAthletic: Activists at the Super Bowl handed out towels at the entrance of Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara with the slogan “ICE OUT.” The other side of the towel has a bunny kicking a football that is inside a block of ice. nyti.ms/4qqZ8nl

My latest on why it can take over a year to evict squatters. Link to full story: spectrumlocalnews.com/hi/hawaii/hous…

Landlords say removing squatters can take months under California law. @Renee_Eng takes a closer look at a South LA landlord's experience with squatters and the eviction process.

You can see Renee's excellent reporting here. She's been terrific on this topic. spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern-ca…