LAUSD Chief Resigns amid FBI Probe

Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned Sunday as an FBI investigation that prompted raids on his home and district offices remains ongoing.

Federal agents searched Carvalho’s San Pedro home, LAUSD headquarters, and a residence near Miami in late February. The school board placed him on paid administrative leave two days later.

The investigation’s focus has not been publicly disclosed. Questions have surrounded the district’s failed contract with AllHere, the now-defunct company behind the AI chatbot Ed. Reports have also pointed to allegations tied to Carvalho’s tenure leading Miami-Dade schools. Carvalho has not been charged in connection with the AllHere case, and the company’s founder, Joanna Smith-Griffin, was later charged with securities fraud, wire fraud, and identity theft.

Carvalho has not been charged with a crime and denies wrongdoing. His attorneys say prosecutors have presented no evidence that he violated federal law. Andrés Chait will remain acting superintendent while the board searches for a permanent successor.

California Turns to Ocean Desalination

San Jose Water is studying whether desalination could become a future drinking water source, the latest California utility to look offshore as the state’s traditional supplies shrink.

The push is fueled by new technology. A company called OceanWell, led by former water manager Tim Quinn, just released data from an ongoing Southern California study of underwater pods that use deep-ocean pressure to filter seawater and pipe fresh water ashore.

In San Diego, the decade-old Carlsbad plant has surplus capacity, and agencies in California, Arizona, and Nevada signed a memorandum of understanding this month to explore exchanges involving desalinated water and Colorado River supplies.

Desalination remains controversial, and environmental groups warn about salty brine and harm to marine life. Supporters counter that a hotter, drier West leaves the state little choice but to look offshore.

Heat Advisory Issued for L.A. County

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for portions of Los Angeles County, where temperatures will climb into the 90s from today through Thursday.

Downtown Los Angeles and the metro area could near 90 degrees, while the San Fernando and San Gabriel valleys reach the mid-90s, and desert areas like the Antelope Valley may top 100. Coastal areas will stay cooler, in the 70s and low 80s.

Forecasters warn of a higher risk of heat illness, especially for the young, the elderly and those without air conditioning, and urge residents to hydrate and check on neighbors. The hot, dry conditions are also raising fire weather concerns across parts of the region.

Under California’s heat illness prevention rules, employers must provide outdoor workers with water, shade, and rest breaks during high temperatures, with additional procedures required when temperatures reach 95 degrees or higher. The ridge of high pressure is expected to weaken later in the week, bringing cooler temperatures into the weekend.

➤ Hayward: Police are searching for a man who allegedly tried to kidnap a woman on Soto Road on Friday before bystanders intervened. Witnesses described the attempted-kidnapping suspect as a “Justin Bieber look-alike.” (More)

➤ Bay Area: The National Weather Service warned of hazardous beach conditions, including sneaker waves and strong rip currents, through Wednesday. Inland temperatures are also expected to warm through midweek. (More)

➤ Sonoma County: Scientists have discovered 18 sunflower sea stars near Sea Ranch, the largest group found in California since a wasting disease devastated the species more than a decade ago. Researchers hope the find will aid efforts to restore kelp forests and better understand the sea star’s recovery. (More)

➤ San Jose: Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to rescue a person who fell down an elevator shaft at the abandoned Agnews State Hospital, a longtime hotspot for urban explorers. The victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and police said no charges have been filed. (More)

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➤ Shaver Lake: A man was rescued from a vault toilet at Camp Edison after falling in while trying to retrieve sunglasses he had dropped. First responders pulled him out, decontaminated him, and he suffered no serious injuries. (More)

➤ Fresno: The city council approved the long-awaited, eight-story Park at South Stadium Apartments downtown, a 174-unit project Mayor Jerry Dyer called a “catalyst for downtown.” (More)

➤ Tulare County: A new state law, AB 732, allows county agricultural commissioners to fine owners of neglected or abandoned farmland up to $1,000 per acre, a tool aimed at preventing pests from spreading to neighboring farms. (More)

➤ Pismo Beach: The town’s famed Pismo clams are rebounding after 30 years, but state wildlife officials warn that some clammers are putting the fragile comeback at risk. (See Details)

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➤ Boyle Heights: Crews continued battling flare-ups from the massive warehouse fire days after it ignited, as smoke affected air quality across parts of Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. Several nearby schools relocated Monday, as additional state resources were deployed. (More)

➤ Rancho Cucamonga: Sheriff’s deputies seized 1,016 cannabis plants and about seven pounds of processed marijuana from a home after investigating a suspected grow operation. Authorities also found an electrical bypass, and code enforcement officials red-tagged the property due to unauthorized modifications. (More)

➤ San Diego: More than half of the region’s major roads are in poor or mediocre condition, costing the average driver about $3,400 a year in repairs, fuel, congestion, and other vehicle-related expenses, according to a new report from the transportation group TRIP. (See Report)

➤ Yucaipa: Three bear cubs wandered into a backyard over the weekend, lingering by the screen door as the homeowner watched from inside. (See Video)

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➤ Round One of the NBA draft is tonight, and every California team has a first-round pick: The LA Clippers will select at No. 5, the Sacramento Kings at No. 7, the Golden State Warriors at No. 11, and the Los Angeles Lakers at No. 25. (How to Watch)

➤ Iran’s soccer players left a handwritten note in their SoFi Stadium dressing room after their World Cup draw with Belgium, thanking Los Angeles for its hospitality and calling for “peace, respect, and friendship” among nations. The team, based in Tijuana due to U.S. travel restrictions, has been required to return to Mexico after its matches. (More)

➤ 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk posted an Instagram story saying “Go Commanders! Raise hail!” The post is the latest sign he hopes to reunite with former college quarterback Jayden Daniels in Washington, though no trade to the Commanders has been reported. (More)

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➤ California-based electric vehicle maker Lucid plans to cut about 18% of its workforce as it restructures in a bid to improve profitability, a move the company says will generate roughly $158 million in annual savings. (More)

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➤ Trader Joe’s shoppers lined up before sunrise at the Fremont Hub over the weekend for the chance to grab the grocer’s latest limited-edition mini tote bags, the roughly $3 pastel-striped totes that have sparked purchase limits and quick sellouts nationwide. (More)

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Why ‘Eatertainment’ Brands Are Worth Billions

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But Tipsy Putt’s business model cuts that number to less than 20%.

It’s called “Eatertainment,” the same model that turned TopGolf and Bowlero into billion-dollar companies. 

Tipsy Putt already opened multiple locations with 5,188 active members and 22x revenue growth. The company has been featured on the Dan Patrick Show, and celebrity guests keep walking through the doors. 

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➤ Ikeda’s California Country Market, the family-run roadside stops in Auburn and Davis famous for their fruit pies, was named the best pie shop in the United States in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. (More)

➤ Pasadena’s Pie ’n Burger, a local institution since 1963, was named California’s best burger spot by Reader’s Digest, which praised its classic cheeseburger topped with house-made Thousand Island dressing, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and cheese. The longtime diner is also known for serving its burgers with milkshakes and fries. (More)

➤ California ranked 47th out of 50 states for summer road trips in WalletHub’s 2026 rankings, dragged down by the nation’s highest gas prices, expensive camping and car repair costs, and high rates of vehicle theft. The Golden State did finish first for attractions and activities, suggesting there’s plenty to do once you get here. (More)

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Have you ever waited in a long line for a hyped product like Trader Joe’s totes?

1. Yes, and worth it
2. Yes, and never again
3. No, I don’t do lines
4. Depends what it is

Yesterday’s Results:

When food in your fridge hits its “sell by” date, what do you usually do?

1. Depends on the food: 34%
2. Give it the sniff test: 28%
3. Eat it anyway: 20%
4. Toss it: 18%

California’s official state marine fish is a bright orange fish that lives among the rocky reefs and kelp forests off the Southern California coast. What is it?

Show me the answer