California moves to block massive Warner Bros. and Paramount Hollywood merger
California is leading a coalition of 12 states in a lawsuit to block the proposed $110 billion merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance Corporation.
California is leading a coalition of 12 states in a lawsuit to block the proposed $110 billion merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance Corporation.
Sam Neill, ‘Jurassic Park’ actor, dies at 78
Sam Neill, the actor best known for starring in Jurassic Park, has died at the age of 78.
Sam Neill, the actor best known for starring in Jurassic Park, has died at the age of 78.
Josh Grisetti, Broadway actor and Cal State Fullerton professor, dies at 44
Josh Grisetti, the Broadway actor, author and California State University, Fullerton professor, has died at the age of 44, according to Playbill.
Josh Grisetti, the Broadway actor, author and California State University, Fullerton professor, has died at the age of 44, according to Playbill.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Hilary Duff fans get into fight during 'Lizzie McGuire' star's Los Angeles concert
A fight broke out between fans during a Hilary Duff concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood.
A fight broke out between fans during a Hilary Duff concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood.
Concord Night Market returns
Concord Night Market returns Friday, July 10 to the heart of Downtown Concord at Todos Santos Plaza. Event is from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, will feature live music, performances, and local food vendors.
Concord Night Market returns Friday, July 10 to the heart of Downtown Concord at Todos Santos Plaza. Event is from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, will feature live music, performances, and local food vendors.
Singer Bonnie Tyler, famous for 'Total Eclipse Of The Heart,' dies at 75
Global music superstar Bonnie Tyler, famous for her hits "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died. She was 75.
Global music superstar Bonnie Tyler, famous for her hits "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died. She was 75.
Oakland’s Zendaya nominated for third Emmy for 'Euphoria' performance
Zendaya, a popular Oakland-born actress, was nominated Wednesday for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards for "Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series" because of her emotional portrayal of Rue in the HBO show, "Euphoria."
Zendaya, a popular Oakland-born actress, was nominated Wednesday for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards for "Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series" because of her emotional portrayal of Rue in the HBO show, "Euphoria."
Artificial Intelligence: Hollywood, ethics, and rights
Tilly Norwood, an ai-generated “actress” is about to headline a feature film, and it’s reigniting one of Hollywood’s biggest battles. Supporters say it’s the future of filmmaking, while critics warn it’s another step toward replacing human creativity and exploiting artists’ work without consent. Leeza Garber, a cybersecurity and privacy attorney, gives insight.
Tilly Norwood, an ai-generated “actress” is about to headline a feature film, and it’s reigniting one of Hollywood’s biggest battles. Supporters say it’s the future of filmmaking, while critics warn it’s another step toward replacing human creativity and exploiting artists’ work without consent. Leeza Garber, a cybersecurity and privacy attorney, gives insight.
'The Record Man' founder Gary Saxon in Redwood City dies at 82
A Redwood City community is preparing to honor the legacy of a local business icon who spent decades curating one of the Bay Area's most expansive music collections. Gary Saxon, affectionately known to generations of music lovers as "The Record Man," passed away last month at the age of 82.
A Redwood City community is preparing to honor the legacy of a local business icon who spent decades curating one of the Bay Area's most expansive music collections. Gary Saxon, affectionately known to generations of music lovers as "The Record Man," passed away last month at the age of 82.
FIFA probes incident between IShowSpeed and fan during World Cup
FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.
Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals diagnosis of autoimmune gastritis causing stomach to eat itself
Bryan Johnson, a tech billionaire who is aiming to live to be 160, has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis (AIG).
Bryan Johnson, a tech billionaire who is aiming to live to be 160, has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis (AIG).
Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' singer, dies
Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.
Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.
Beyoncé drops new single “Morning Dew (Donk)" on the 4th of July
Music icon Beyoncé celebrated the 4th of July holiday weekend with a brand-new single that could also be considered an early birthday present – or, rather, an early B’Day present.
Music icon Beyoncé celebrated the 4th of July holiday weekend with a brand-new single that could also be considered an early birthday present – or, rather, an early B’Day present.
New era: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, publicist says
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: A timeline of their relationship through the years
As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to tie the knot at Madison Square Garden on Friday, take a trip down memory lane to see how their love blossomed through the years.
As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to tie the knot at Madison Square Garden on Friday, take a trip down memory lane to see how their love blossomed through the years.
The last time MSG hosted a wedding, 4,000 people got married
The last time Madison Square Garden hosted a wedding, 4,000 members of the Unification Church said, "I do."
The last time Madison Square Garden hosted a wedding, 4,000 members of the Unification Church said, "I do."
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce wedding guest list: Here's who may be invited
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding guest list is already generating buzz, with reports suggesting the couple's big day will include a star-studded mix of family, close friends and celebrity guests.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding guest list is already generating buzz, with reports suggesting the couple's big day will include a star-studded mix of family, close friends and celebrity guests.
The most expensive celebrity weddings ever – and where Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could rank
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce making history? Rumors say their upcoming wedding could become the most expensive celebrity wedding in U.S. history.
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce making history? Rumors say their upcoming wedding could become the most expensive celebrity wedding in U.S. history.
How Taylor Swift changed the NFL—and how the NFL changed Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift's relationship with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce became a cultural phenomenon that transformed both the NFL and Swift's public profile.
Taylor Swift's relationship with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce became a cultural phenomenon that transformed both the NFL and Swift's public profile.