Boyle Heights Fire Forces Shelter-in-Place

A major fire erupted at a Boyle Heights cold-storage warehouse Wednesday afternoon, triggering a shelter-in-place order due to hazardous materials concerns for nearby neighborhoods.

The blaze broke out around 2:30 p.m. at the Lineage facility on South Los Palos Street and spread across rooftop solar panels, forcing firefighters to abandon rooftop operations and shift to a defensive strategy aided by water-dropping helicopters.

A compromised ammonia line and concerns about hazardous smoke prompted the shelter-in-place order, while the Los Angeles Police Department declared a citywide tactical alert to support emergency operations.

Mayor Karen Bass and County Supervisor Hilda Solis urged residents to stay indoors. By early evening, firefighters had made significant progress against the blaze with help from water-dropping helicopters. No injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.

Wahab Advances in Swalwell Seat Race

State Sen. Aisha Wahab advanced Tuesday in the special election for former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s East Bay congressional seat, sending the race to an Aug. 18 runoff.

Under California election rules, a candidate can win outright with a majority of the vote. Otherwise, the top two finishers advance to a runoff regardless of party.

Wahab advanced from the 11-candidate field. The second runoff spot remained undecided late Tuesday, with former Dublin mayor and BART director Melissa Hernandez among the leading contenders. Republicans Wendy Huang and Dena Maldonado also competed in the heavily Democratic district.

Swalwell resigned in April after allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced and ended his campaign for governor. He has denied the allegations. The Aug. 18 winner will serve the remainder of his term through January 2027.

Fireworks Return to the Golden Gate

San Francisco will launch its official Fourth of July fireworks from the Golden Gate Bridge this year, marking only the third such display in the bridge’s history.

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced the move, tying it to the nation’s 250th birthday. “The Golden Gate Bridge is as iconic as any landmark in the United States, so it’s an ideal place to launch fireworks,” Lurie said.

The show will launch from the bridge’s east side between its two towers, along with barges near the bridge and Pier 39, beginning around 9:30 p.m. The Golden Gate Bridge display will be the city’s only official Fourth of July fireworks show this year.

Suggested viewing locations include Crissy Field, Marina Green, Pier 39, and Fisherman’s Wharf. The bridge will close to vehicle traffic at 8:30 p.m. and reopen after the display concludes. The only previous fireworks shows from the bridge were held in 1987 and 2012 to mark its 50th and 75th anniversaries.

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➤ Concord: Contra Costa County sheriff’s deputy Kevin Lee, 62, was arrested on felony burglary, embezzlement, receiving stolen property, and assault weapon charges after investigators alleged criminal conduct in the sheriff’s Property Services Unit. The sheriff’s office has launched an independent audit of the unit. (More)

➤ San Jose: Richard Tillman, brother of the late Army Ranger and NFL player Pat Tillman, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for setting a 2025 fire that destroyed the Almaden Valley post office lobby. Prosecutors said he livestreamed the arson. (More)

➤ Pittsburg: More than 300 residents packed Monday’s City Council meeting to oppose a planned data center at the former Delta View Golf Course, citing concerns about energy use, water consumption, and noise. After more than two hours of public comment, city leaders said they would follow up on residents’ concerns and questions. (More)

➤ South San Francisco: The city’s iconic hillside sign has been repainted red, white, and blue for America’s 250th anniversary, drawing mixed reactions from residents. Officials say the temporary makeover will return to the sign’s traditional all-white look in October. (More)

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➤ Fresno County: Supervisors voted 3-2 to declare June “Traditional Nuclear Family Month.” Sponsor Gary Bredefeld said it honors traditional families and supports children. Critics said the language excludes LGBTQ+ families. The board amended the resolution to recognize single parents, grandparents, foster parents, and parents with joint custody. (More)

➤ Kern County: More than a dozen speakers pressed supervisors over conditions at local ICE detention facilities. Supervisor Leticia Perez said the county is still seeking clarity on what authority it has to inspect the facilities under state and federal law. (More)

➤ Bakersfield: Police cited an employee at a central Bakersfield convenience store after investigating reports of illegal gambling activity. Detectives seized three alleged illegal gaming machines, cash, and flavored tobacco products during the operation at Cloud 9 Mini Mart. (More)

➤ Santa Cruz County: Hazardous surf conditions prompted 10 water rescues over the past week, with lifeguards warning swimmers and boaters to use caution. Officials urged people to stay near guarded beaches, avoid wet rocks, and know how to escape rip currents as powerful swells continue along the coast. (More)

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➤ Edwards Air Force Base: The Air Force identified the eight people killed Monday when a B-52 crashed during a test flight. Investigators have not determined a cause and say the probe could take up to six months. (More)

➤ Los Angeles: A county civil grand jury found the city-run Los Angeles Zoo in crisis, citing a 23% drop in membership, deferred maintenance, and a broken relationship with its main fundraising partner. The panel urged a shift to a public-private partnership, and Mayor Karen Bass said she looks forward to exploring the proposal. (More)

➤ Pacoima: A 77-year-old pilot walked away with minor injuries after his small plane’s landing gear failed to deploy properly, sending it through a perimeter fence and into a parking lot at Whiteman Airport. (More)

➤ West Covina: A 91-year-old man died after inadvertently disturbing a beehive and being swarmed by hundreds of bees in his backyard, authorities said. The medical examiner listed the cause of death as toxic envenomation. (More)

➤ Crestline: A 19-year-old man was hospitalized after a bear apparently reached through a bedroom window and clawed him at his family’s mountain home. Wildlife officials are investigating and gathering DNA evidence to identify the bear. (More)

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➤ Los Angeles hosts a pivotal World Cup Group B match today at noon as Switzerland faces Bosnia and Herzegovina at SoFi Stadium, with both teams coming off opening draws and seeking an edge in the race to reach the knockout stage. (More)

➤ After 43 seasons behind the microphone, longtime Lakers public-address announcer Lawrence Tanter is retiring, ending a four-decade run that made his voice a fixture at Los Angeles home games. (More) 

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➤ A grassroots GoFundMe campaign led by the Petaluma Signs Project restored and relit Petaluma’s 91-year-old “Baby Chicks” neon sign at the former Poehlmann Hatchery last weekend. The $22,000 effort aims to inspire other California communities to preserve historic signs and local landmarks. (More)

➤ Bruce Lee Day would become an official California observance under a bill headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom after unanimous Senate approval. The measure would honor the San Francisco-born martial arts icon and make Lee the first Chinese American recognized with a commemorative day in the state. (More)

➤ Two San Francisco hospitality stars won 2026 James Beard Awards: Quince chef Michael Tusk earned the Outstanding Chef Award, while Kevin Diedrich of Pacific Cocktail Haven was named Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service. (More)

➤ Santa Barbara kicks off its 52nd annual Summer Solstice Celebration tomorrow, a free three-day festival themed “WAVE” featuring music, food, art, and Saturday’s downtown Solstice Parade. (More)

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Picture this: a developer offers you a generous price for your land to build a data center. Do you sell?

1. Yes, take the money
2. Maybe, for the right price
3. No way, not in my backyard
4. Only if the community agreed

Yesterday’s Results:

What’s your favorite Creedence Clearwater Revival song?

1. Have You Ever Seen the Rain: 21%
2. Proud Mary: 15%
3. Bad Moon Rising: 15%
4. Fortunate Son: 15%
5. None of them: 12%
6. Lodi: 11%
7. Who’s that?: 11%

Though it’s a staple of American Chinese restaurants, the fortune cookie is widely traced to a Japanese immigrant who served the treat at a public garden in which California city in the early 1900s?

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