Trump arrives in LA to survey wildfire damage | West Coast Wrap
We'll continue our coverage of President Trump's visit to the West Coast tonight. The pledge he's making to southern California fire victims and the key issue the president will focus on when he stops in Las Vegas. Plus -- opening statements began today in the assault trial of rapper A$ap Rocky and there was drama both inside and outside the courtroom. Tonight --TMZ breaks down why the hip-hop star rejected a plea deal and now faces decades in prison if convicted.
Hikers 'brutally' attacked at SoCal border by cartel members | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- a terrifying encounter for a group of hikers exploring a southern California wilderness area not far from the border. Authorities say members of a drug cartel brutally attacked these hikers. One of the hikers was shot and robbed. The warning the border patrol is sending to the cartels after this attack. Plus -- a federal judge in Seattle blocks President Trump's order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship. The beginning of what's expected to be a long legal battle. Tonight -- how community organizations in Washington that advocate for immigrants are viewing this ruling.
Bay Area actress receives surprise Oscar nod
Bay Area native Monica Barbaro received her first Oscar nomination on Thursday, in what many, including the star herself, are calling a surprise selection. Her response to the news was emotional.
Trump's impact on prescription drugs | West Coast Wrap
We continue to track how President Trump's actions are affecting people across the West, including his move to reverse a Biden-era order meant to lower prescription drug prices. We spoke with a pharmacist about what this could mean for patients.
Trump's proposed tariffs against Mexico and Canada: What's on the list?
If President Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imported goods, the question is not, 'What’s on the list?' It's ‘What’s not on the list?’
Bureau of Prisons director Colette Peters out as President Trump takes office
Colette Peters, the head of the Bureau of Prisons, is out of a job.
Trump announces $500 billion investment for A.I. infrastructure project
Experts say A.I. is only going to expand and the project could help the U.S. become a world leader in A.I.
Returning evacuees focus on fireproofing homes | West Coast Wrap
As evacuees begin returning to the Southern California fire zones, many homeowners are shifting their focus to protecting their property from the next disaster. We'll explain the steps some people are taking to increase the likelihood their home will survive a destructive wildfire.
Trump administration allows ICE agents to make arrests at 'sensitive' locations like schools, churches
The Trump administration has thrown out protections preventing immigration officers from making arrests in or near areas deemed “sensitive"-- spaces like schools, churches, and health care facilities.
The top U.S. travel destination for 2025 is in the Bay Area: report
The Bay Area is home to the top U.S. travel destination for 2025, according to a new analysis. And California is the most represented state in the rankings.
Founder of famed Slanted Door restaurants dies at age 62
The Slanted Door's Charles Phan has died. The visionary chef came to the U.S. as a refugee from Vietnam when he was 13. He built a network of high-end restaurants serving modern Vietnamese food.
Future of CHIPS Act under Trump administration in question
President Donald Trump previously criticized the CHIPS and Science Act, leading to speculation over whether the law could be repealed or tweaked under the new administration.
Trump's executive orders & the border | West Coast Wrap
A closer look at the impact of President Trump's new executive orders on immigration and what they will mean for Arizona. Leaders in border communities are sharing what they think about him declaring a border emergency. Also, an immigration law professor joins us with some perspective on what's likely to come.
Home prices fell in this Bay Area county, the region's only county to see a decline
New figures show the median home price in California increased last year, and in the Bay Area, there was a tale of two counties, with one seeing a price surge, while another saw a decline.
Nearly $1 trillion in net worth: Tech titans gather at Trump’s inauguration
A who's who of tech titans, business magnates, and global elites attended President Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration, including Musk, Bezos, and Zuckerberg.
TikTok users on emotional roller coaster after app goes dark, then returns online
Tik Tok, owned by Chinese parent company Byte Dance, was offline less than 24 hours and available again on Sunday.
How the LA fires are affecting the Menendez Brothers case | West Coast Wrap
The devastating fires in Southern California are having an impact on the Menendez Brothers murder case and their push for resentencing.
Home spared by SoCal wildfires destroyed in landslide | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- new details emerging about those ballot boxes set on fire in the Pacific Northwest during the run-up to last year's election. What authorities reveal tonight about the crimes and the person they're searching for. Plus -- a new issue emerging in the southern California fire zones after a landslide destroyed a home that narrowly survived the flames. Tonight -- what emergency managers are focused on as they try to figure out why this happened and how to prevent future slides.
A new artisanal food hall is coming to this historic East Bay neighborhood
Excitement is building for a new food hall opening in the coming months in West Oakland, where community leaders have been working to revitalize the diverse and historically rich area.
Feud between Drake, Kendrick Lamar continues with lawsuit | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- we're hearing the stories of firefighters from across the West who are on the ground in southern California working to contain those devastating fires. Plus, there is a growing focus on the fire threat. We'll explain the controversy over a proposed housing development in a community prone to wildfires. Also tonight -- new legal action in the ongoing feud between rapper Drake and southern California hip hop star Kendrick Lamar. TMZ breaks down the lawsuit filed by Drake today over the chart-topping diss track that he claims hurt his reputation.