Santa Monica, CA

Columbus, OH

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Los Angeles, CA

New York Post

Jim Carrey has hacked the price of his long-time Los Angeles estate once again.

The “Yes Man” actor, 62, initially listed his sprawling 10,954-square-foot Brentwood mansion for a hefty $28.9 million in February 2023.

But the lavish pad has failed to find a buyer, prompting Carrey to repeatedly slash the price. The first cut came two months later, dropping to $27 million. By October 2023, he’d trimmed it down again to $24 million.

Now, Carrey has dropped the asking price even further, settling at $21.9 million — a staggering $7 million reduction.







The relentless price cuts highlight the brutal reality facing California’s luxury real...

Jim Carrey is the latest victim of California’s housing freeze — LA mansion price drops by $7M

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Markets Insider

Even without population growth, construction is not enough to stop a national housing shortage, Zillow says.

Why America's housing shortage is getting worse, even as construction sees its biggest boom in 16 years

Arkansas State

California State

The Week

Newsom's name has been floated as a presidential candidate for 2028 —or maybe before then

Gavin Newsom, the California governor who could hit the national stage

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

San Francisco, CA

WashingtonExaminer

In the Planet of the Apes franchise, San Francisco is shown in the future as one of the few remaining human colonies. The city is overgrown with vegetation, and the buildings are crumbling, while the human government is incompetent and living under the constant threat of being attacked by mutant gorillas. Despite all this, the […]

San Francisco has become a nightmare

New Jersey State

NEWARK, N.J. – Naiem Moore, 34, of Newark, admitted to possessing cocaine and heroin for distribution and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Moore entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo in Newark federal court.

Man Admits Drug Trafficking & Illegal Firearm Possession

Maine State

California is a great option for road trip and beach enthusiasts alike looking for some incredibly scenic spots in the United States. As one of the country’s biggest states, visitors looking to explore the Golden State have near-endless opportunities for adventure and romantic getaways. 1: Redwood National Park. Redwood...

13 Scenic Spots in California for a Getaway You Won’t Forget

Malibu, CA

Business Insider

Laurene Powell Jobs has spent more than $170 million on four adjacent oceanside properties in Malibu since 2015, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Steve Jobs' widow, Laurene Powell Jobs, just spent $94 million on her 4th Malibu property in 10 years

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

USA TODAY

A bear was captured Tuesday in an industrial neighborhood northwest of Los Angeles. It is the second time the bear has been captured this year.

Bear caught in industrial LA neighborhood, traveled 60 miles from Angeles National Forest

California firefighters aided by aircraft battled a wind-driven wildfire burning Saturday in an area straddling the San Francisco Bay Area and central California, authorities said.

California firefighters battle wind-driven wildfire east of San Francisco

Douglas City, CA

This afternoon, Kentaiwon Durham, the Douglas City Commissioner of Ward 2, entered a guilty plea for wire fraud in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia. Consequently, Durham is mandated to resign from his position as a city commissioner.

Georgia City Commissioner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in $20K PPP Fraud Scheme

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

CBS Sacramento

SACRAMENTO — California Governor Gavin Newsom's office issued a response Tuesday after leaked emails from his chief of staff show hardball negotiations over Prop 47 reforms and Newsom's effort to keep a statewide initiative off the November ballot.Republicans and Democratic lawmakers are blasting the exchange and leak for different reasons.CBS News California Investigator Julie Watts first broke this story Monday, showing some of tense the behind-the-scenes messaging in the emails as deadlines near.The email chain from Gov. Newsom's Chief of Staff Dana Williamson reads:"…and point of personal privilege. It's really rude that you agreed to a meeting and then backed...

Gov. Newsom's office responds to leaked emails showing hardball negotiations over Prop 47 reform

Orange County, CA

Nick Davies

Orange County, California, boasts some of the most stunning and diverse beach destinations along the Pacific Coast. From bustling boardwalks to serene, hidden coves, there's a perfect spot for every beachgoer. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this guide will help you discover the best beaches Orange County has to offer.

Beaches of Orange County: Unveiling Coastal Paradise

Mark Zuckerberg spent $59 million on two neighboring properties on Lake Tahoe. Now demolition has started to make way for his own extensive compound.

Mark Zuckerberg is planning a massive 7-building compound in Lake Tahoe: report

Venice, CA

Marina Del Rey, CA

Playa Vista, CA

Pacific Palisades, CA

Playa Del Rey, CA

Culver City, CA

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SM.a.r.t Column: Santa Monica Under SCAG’s Boot

Four years ago, our esteemed colleague Mario Fonda-Bonardi wrote the prescient essay below when much of the legislative development juggernaut was beginning to make itself felt...

SM.a.r.t Column: Santa Monica Under SCAG’s Boot

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