Julia Wick

Is Austin Beutner preparing a run against Mayor Karen Bass? It sure looks that way The message 'Austin Beutner for Mayor' popped up on Beutner's social media accounts on Saturday, only to be removed by 1:30 p.m. So far, he's not talking.

Is @austinforla.bsky.social preparing a run against L.A. Mayor Karen Bass in June 2026? It sure looks that way!

@sherlyholmes.bsky.social & I break it down

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Graffiti at night. Cleanup in the morning. The night-and-day difference of L.A. protests Tension at night. Cleanup in the morning. The literal night-and-day difference of L.A. protests.

Graffiti at night. Cleanup in the morning. The night-and-day difference of L.A. protests w/ @haileybranson.bsky.social @rebeccaellis.bsky.social & @sherlyholmes.bsky.social www.latimes.com/california/s...

Steve Soboroff bows out as L.A. fire recovery czar, with some parting shots Steve Soboroff, Mayor Karen Bass’ handpicked Palisades fire recovery czar, said this week that he had been effectively shut out of official efforts.

“I wasn’t invited to press conferences either. People say, ‘Well, why aren’t you offended?’ Because I was too f— busy.” Steve Soboroff bows out as L.A. fire recovery czar, with some parting shots www.latimes.com/california/s... @sherlyholmes.bsky.social

'Hate speech is everywhere on X.' California Assembly Democrats leave Elon Musk's platform en masse At the urging of Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Hollister), most of the Democrats in the California Assembly are leaving Elon Musk's social media platform.

A little news from me: At the urging of Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, the vast majority of California's Assembly Democrats are leaving X, citing concerns over misinformation, fake accounts, and racist, sexist and antisemitic posts on Elon Musk's platform. www.latimes.com/politics/sto...

L.A. mayor's text messages provide vivid window into early fire response Mayor Karen Bass' texts illustrate how she communicated remotely with her staff and across levels of government, trying to marshal federal resources as the conflagration exploded. They also show an An...

Bass’ text messages from Jan. 7 and Jan. 8, during her last hours in Ghana and an anxious trip home, offer a vivid glimpse into how she handled a defining chapter in Los Angeles history from afar www.latimes.com/california/s...

Orange County GOP pushes back on 'false claims of voter fraud' A local party leader said he feared the false claims could dampen Republican participation in future elections if they weren't forcefully addressed.

Right-wing political figures have said that Democrats won more California House seats because of voter fraud -- and the Orange County GOP is pushing back: "It really hurts our cause." By @sherlyholmes.bsky.social: www.latimes.com/california/s...

Poem of the day:

“Dream 924” by Wanda Coleman.

Column: Kamala Harris should run for governor -- but only if she wants to solve California's problems She couldn’t see it as merely a consolation prize after losing the presidential election, or view it as a stepping stone back to the White House, writes columnist George Skelton.

Kamala Harris could make history as the first woman and person of color elected California governor.

But she’d need to really want the job and couldn’t see it as a consolation prize or stepping stone back to the White House.

George Skelton

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Poem of the day:

“Zona” by Jim Harrison.

Live updates: Franklin fire in Malibu erupts near Pepperdine University A ferocious wildfire fanned by strong winds spread rapidly early Tuesday in Malibu, spurring evacuations along the coast and threatening homes while firefighters struggled to contain the flames.

Here's the latest on the Franklin fire burning in Malibu:

🔸 More than 2,200 acres have burned
🔸 Containment is currently at 0%
🔸 Over 2,000 people are under mandatory evacuation orders

Follow live coverage from my @latimes.com colleagues here:
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Will Kamala Harris run for California governor in 2026? The question is already swirling If Vice President Kamala Harris decides to run for California governor, she would seismically reshape the race and cause ripple effects on down-ballot contests.

If VP Kamala Harris decides to run for California governor, she would seismically reshape the race and cause ripple effects on down-ballot contests. … but it’s a big IF

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And don't miss this exchange in the comments section: www.latimes.com/california/s...

Will Kamala Harris run for California governor in 2026? The question is already swirling If Vice President Kamala Harris decides to run for California governor, she would seismically reshape the race and cause ripple effects on down-ballot contests.

"In politics, you always let the big dogs eat first." Will Kamala Harris run for California governor in 2026? 18 months out from the gubernatorial primary, @sherlyholmes.bsky.social looks at how Harris's decision could influence the race: www.latimes.com/california/s...

Newsom tries to redefine the California-vs.-Trump narrative California Gov. Gavin Newsom appears to be trying to strike a delicate balance between the political brawler that his Democratic base admires and a more measured national leader capable of winning bac...

Newsom tries to redefine the California-vs.-Trump narrative: read the latest from Taryn Luna www.latimes.com/california/s...

Button batteries pose deadly risks to children. Doctors want them to be made safer A growing list of medical associations are pushing for battery manufacturers to make a button or "coin cell" battery that will not lead to devastating injuries when swallowed.

As a parent I was alarmed that I hadn’t already known about the dangers of button batteries. If you have kids in your life — or if you’re shopping for them today — please read!

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A much needed public service for those visiting relatives and watching a film together- turn these abominations off through the TV Menu. Thank You
@instantsunrise.bsky.social
‬. you are a hero.

Poem of the day:

“Thanks” by W.S. Merwin

Democrat Derek Tran ousts Republican Michelle Steel in competitive Orange County House race In a major victory for Democrats, first-time candidate Derek Tran defeated Republican Rep.

NEWS: Republican Rep. Michelle Steel has conceded to Democrat Derek Tran in California's competitive 45th Congressional District in Orange County. #CA45 is the second House seat that Democrats have flipped in California this year. www.latimes.com/politics/sto...

My Hollywood Gratitude Journal, Still Going A Thanksgiving homily about where we are and this industry

Much to fear, much to mourn, but for those in Hollywood, still an abundance of reasons for gratitude, most of all - for the opportunity to sit at the frontlines of the fight to save humanity. My Thanksgiving Hollywood Gratitude Journal - theankler.com/p/hollywood-...

It got me hard. And we haven’t even started teething yet over here !

My Life As a Homeless Man in America An extraordinary firsthand account.

This piece will stick with you.
Searing. Haunting. Sobering.

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So glad they resonate !

Poem of the day:

“Reading at Night” by David Ignatow.

Poem of the day:

“Although the wind ... “ by Izumi Shikibu, translated from the Japanese by Jane Hirshfield and Mariko Aratani.

Poem of the day:

“Earl" by Louis Jenkins.

Congrats to former attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz on getting his first Cameo review:

Poem of the day:

“I Know a Man” by Robert Creeley.

🖤🖤🖤

Poem of the day:

“The Night Before Michael Was Born” by Al Young.