In a city obsessed with glitz, omakase tasting menus and $1,500 dinners, two of Los Angeles’ biggest culinary stars of the moment can be found slinging seafood and sweetcorn quesadillas — out of a humble food hall at one of the city’s grittier corners. Formerly more than a little off-the-grid, the humble Mercado La Paloma at S. Grand Ave. and W. 37th St. in South LA is receiving newfound recognition this week after not one, but two of its stalls were nominated for top prizes in the national, annual James Beard Awards, often referred to as the Oscars of food. The…

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday that he will allow service members to carry personal weapons onto military installations, citing the Second Amendment and recent shootings at bases across the country. In a video posted to X, Hegseth said he is signing a memo that will direct base commanders to allow requests for troops to carry privately owned firearms “with the presumption that it is necessary for personal protection.”He said any denial of a service member’s request must be explained in detail and in writing. “Effectively, our bases across the country were gun-free zones,” Hegseth said. “Unless you’re training or unless…

On March 26, 2026, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Diya Vij joined Roundabout Theatre and other local leaders to cut the ribbon on the comprehensive betterment of the Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos of the event. After six months of construction, the Todd Haimes Theatre reopened with the first performance of “Fallen Angels” by Noël Coward, directed by Scott Ellis and starring Rose Byrne, Kelli O’Hara, Tracee Chimo, Mark Consuelos, Christopher Fitzgerald & Aasif Mandvi. The play will open officially on Sunday, April 19, 2026. The renovation project will significantly enhance the theatergoing experience for artists and…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Walmart just dropped a fresh batch of spring finds — and yes, we did a double-take. Hidden among the everyday basics are seriously chic pieces from brands you’d never expect to see at these prices, including Crocs, Michael Kors, Levi’s and more. We went full detective mode, scrolling, sorting and double-checking, and what we uncovered feels almost too good to gatekeep. From easygoing dresses to polished handbags and comfy-cute sneakers, these under-$50 gems deliver style without the sticker shock. Think…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Wild video captured the moment a young fisherman plunged into pounding Southern California surf to wrestle a thrashing shark and free it from his fishing line.Kevin Phan, 20, was reportedly fishing at about 9 a.m. local time Wednesday on Hermosa Beach, when the sea dog caught his line from a nearby pier.In a video captured by beach-goers, Phan was seen rushing to the shoreline to untangle the flailing predator.He appeared to be dangerously close as he attempted to cut the line from the shark’s mouth.SHARKS IN BAHAMAS FOUND TO HAVE COCAINE AND…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! War Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo on Thursday ordering a major shift in base security policy, allowing service members to request permission to carry personal firearms for self-defense amid growing concerns about threats on U.S. installations.In an announcement on social media, Hegseth said all American citizens have a God-given right under the Second Amendment to carry weapons for protection. However, he said that right has not been extended to uniformed service members, who are “trained at the highest and unwavering standards.””These war fighters, entrusted with the safety of our nation, are no…

United Airlines is raising checked bag fees by $10 to $50 for travelers purchasing tickets starting Friday, the company confirmed to Fox Business on Thursday. The increase, which the airline said marks its first bag fee hike in two years, comes after JetBlue announced similar measures in late March. Customers flying within the U.S., Mexico, Canada and Latin America can expect a $10 increase on first and second checked bags, while the fee for a third bag will jump by an additional $50. The airline did not specify whether the price increase was tied to higher jet fuel costs stemming from…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As Tiger Woods steps away from golf and won’t be playing in the Masters next week, another golf legend won’t be on the grounds at Augusta National Golf Club.Three-time Masters champion Phil Mickelson released a statement Thursday saying he won’t be playing in this year’s tournament.”Unfortunately, I will not play in the Masters Tournament next week and will be out for an extended period of time as my family continues to navigate a personal health matter,” Mickelson’s statement on social media said. “I wish everyone the best of luck and will be…

Jeff Bezos just might help you cry a little less at the pump. Amazon Prime members can now score up to 20 cents off per gallon of gas — but there’s a catch: you’ll have to time your fill-up just right. The retail giant is doubling its usual 10-cent discount for a limited time, offering Prime users a juicy 20-cent-per-gallon deal on one fuel purchase every Friday, from April 3 through May 29. Not exactly “fill up whenever,” but hey — beggars can’t be choosers when gas prices are doing their usual rollercoaster routine. To cash in, drivers need to…

Friday, April 3, 2026 1:17AMRESEDA, LOS ANGELES () — An arrest has been made in the case of a 12-year-old girl who died following a school fight in Reseda, police confirmed to Eyewitness News on Thursday.According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the person arrested is a minor. No further details were released.The incident happened last month at Reseda Charter High School. Khimberly Zavaleta’s family says she was hit in the head with a water bottle, then later suffered a brain injury. She then died at a hospital.The family has since filed a claim against the Los Angeles Unified School…

CATS: The Jellicle Ball has officially brought its runway to Broadway! The musical revival is now in previews at the Broadhurst Theatre, where it is set to have its official opening night on Wednesday, April 7. Check out first look photos of the cast in action! CATS: The Jellicle Ball, is directed by OBIE Award winners Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch and choreographed by Chita Rivera Award winners and New York City Ballroom icons Omari Wiles (House of NiNa Oricci) and Arturo Lyons (House of Miyake-Mugler). CATS: The Jellicle Ball has music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and is based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot.  The Broadway cast includes Tony Award® and Grammy Award® winner André De Shields as…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If you’re tired of choosing between style and comfort, I found the perfect pair of pointed ballet flats to solve the problem instantly. I tested the exact pair from Vivaia that’s been spotted on Katie Holmes, and they seriously held up through a full day on my feet. I’m talking travel, standing at a networking event and even dancing well into the late night. Unlike most flats that leave you aching halfway through the day, these Vivaia flats stay supportive,…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A jealous ex-boyfriend allegedly plotted a horrifying acid attack that left a young New York college student burned and disfigured — then mocked her injuries afterward, prosecutors say.Shaquille Coke, 31, pleaded not guilty at his March 24 arraignment in Nassau County court on charges including first-degree assault in connection with the 2021 attack on a 21-year-old woman outside her Elmont home. He was arrested in Brooklyn by Nassau County police.Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly described Coke as a “jealous, possessive, and jilted former boyfriend” who allegedly orchestrated the brutal assault after…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Florida and Mississippi voters will soon face new citizenship verification rules after governors signed the measures into law Wednesday, triggering at least two lawsuits in the Sunshine State.The measures, signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves, are aimed at upholding election integrity as similar legislation by President Donald Trump remains stalled in Congress.Mississippi’s measure is expected to take effect on July 1, with Florida’s law following on Jan. 1, 2027. Under both laws, voters will be required to provide citizenship documents — such as birth certificates, passports, or naturalization…

If you have dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets in your freezer, federal officials say you may want to check the packaging. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on Wednesday issued a public health alert for certain frozen, ready-to-eat chicken nuggets that may contain “unsafe levels of lead.”Although the product is no longer available in stores, officials warn it could still be in freezers across the country. EINSTEIN BAGELS CREAM CHEESE SPREAD RECALLED OVER ALMONDS THAT COULD CAUSE LIFE-THREATENING ALLERGIC REACTION The alert applies to 29-ounce bags of “Great Value Fully Cooked Dino Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets,” sold…