Rachel Thompson
Rachel Thompson thrives in the fast-paced world of breaking news, delivering accurate and timely updates on national and global events. Her career spans coverage of natural disasters, elections, and major social movements. In her downtime, Rachel enjoys writing fiction and baking.
Expertise: Breaking news, disaster response, human rights issues.
Education: Bachelor’s in Communication, Northwestern University.
Unprecedented Destruction: Palisades Fire Consumes Los Angeles
# Unprecedented Destruction: Palisades Fire Consumes Los Angeles
The city of Los Angeles is reeling from the catastrophic aftermath of the Palisades fire, which has...
Betty Gilpin: Versatile Actress Shines Onscreen and Onstage
Actress Betty Gilpin: A Force On and Offscreen
Betty Gilpin, the versatile actress known for her roles in both film and television, has recently captivated...
Alec Baldwin Sues New Mexico for Malicious Prosecution: Legal Battle Unfolds
Alec Baldwin Strikes Back
Six months after being cleared of criminal charges in the tragic shooting incident on the set of "Rust," actor Alec Baldwin...
Proving Karen Bass’s Leadership Beyond Comparison: Time for Action
Leadership Crisis in Los Angeles: Karen Bass Under Fire
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing intense scrutiny and criticism for her handling of the...
Kenneth Fire Poses Threat to Calabasas Homes
Kenneth Fire Threatens Calabasas Homes
A fire has erupted at the Los Angeles-Ventura County border, posing a significant threat to hillside homes in...
The Economic Impact of Wildfires in the U.S.: Estimated $50 Billion Loss
Wildfires in Los Angeles Area Cause Estimated $50 Billion Economic Loss
In a devastating turn of events, the wildfires raging in and around the Los...
Arrests Made for Looting During L.A. County Wildfires: 20 Suspects in Custody
Arrests Made for Looting During L.A. County Wildfires: 20 Suspects in Custody
At least 20 individuals have been taken into custody on suspicion of looting...
Darius Morris’ Family Members Sentenced to Prison for $5 Million Money Order Thefts
Family Members of Former NBA Player Darius Morris Sentenced for Money Order Thefts
In a shocking turn of events, the father and brother of Darius...
The Anatomy of the L.A. Fire Catastrophe: Embers, Chaotic Winds, and Bad Timing
California Wildfires: Unpredictable and Unprecedented
The recent outbreak of wildfires in Los Angeles County has left a trail of destruction in its wake, fueled by...
Karen Bass: From Africa to a Burning City – A Story of Climate Crisis
Karen Bass: A Mayor's Journey Through Crisis
In the midst of a raging wildfire disaster in Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass found herself thousands...
Fires Break Out in Hollywood and Studio City, Homes Lost – Latest Updates
Fires Break Out in Hollywood and Studio City, Homes Lost - Latest Updates
Weary Los Angeles firefighters are dealing with new fires that...
Rebuilding After Wildfires: Steps for Home and Business Owners
Rebuilding After Wildfires: Steps for Home and Business Owners
In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles, residents and business owners...
Protect Yourself from L.A. Wildfire Smoke: Helpful Tips for Safety
Protecting Yourself from Wildfire Smoke: Essential Safety Tips
As wildfires continue to rage in and around Pacific Palisades, the Pasadena foothills, and Simi Valley, the...
Fire Forecast: When Will Perilous L.A. Winds Calm Down?
Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles region is currently facing a dire situation as extreme winds continue to fan the flames of multiple...
Eaton Fire: Evacuations, School Closures, Shelters Update
The Eaton fire continues to rage near Altadena and Pasadena, causing chaos and devastation in its wake. Evacuations have been ordered in various neighborhoods,...
FDA Sets Limits for Lead in Baby Foods: California Law Impact
FDA Sets Limits for Lead in Baby Foods: California Law Impact
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration made a significant move this week...
Power Outages in Southern California Due to Dangerous Winds: What You Need to Know
Power Outages Hit Southern California Due to Dangerous Winds
A "life-threatening and destructive" windstorm is forecasted to cause severe fire danger and widespread power outages...
Palisades Fire Update: Evacuations, Road Closures, Shelters Available
Palisades Fire Threatens Homes and Prompts Evacuations
Firefighters are currently tackling a 200-acre brush fire near Piedra Morada Drive in the Pacific Palisades that started...
Destructive Winds Strike Southern California, Worst Since 2011 Storm in Pasadena Area
Destructive Winds Strike Southern California, Worst Since 2011 Storm
Southern California is bracing for a powerful windstorm this week, with forecasters warning that it...
California enacts new measures to support undocumented students amidst rising fears – Safety Concerns...
California Takes Stand to Protect Undocumented Immigrant Students
California is taking swift action to safeguard undocumented immigrant students from elementary schools to university campuses in...
Closure Alert: Guerrilla Tacos, Sage, Lustig, and More Closing in Early 2025
Guerrilla Tacos and Sage Close Doors
In a shocking turn of events, beloved Los Angeles restaurants Guerrilla Tacos and Sage have announced their closures in...
United Airlines to Offer Elon Musk’s Starlink Wi-Fi on Flights this Spring
United Airlines Partners with Elon Musk's Starlink for In-Flight Wi-Fi
In a groundbreaking move that could change the way we stay connected while flying, United...
Top Red Carpet Fashion Trends at Golden Globes 2025
Top Red Carpet Fashion Trends at Golden Globes 2025
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards saw a dazzling array of celebrities gracing the red carpet in...
Newsom’s Plan to Use California’s Rainy Day Reserves Despite Revenue Increase
Governor Newsom's Ambitious Spending Proposal Unveiled Despite Surplus
California Governor Gavin Newsom surprised many with an early and partial unveiling of his $322.2 billion spending...
Allegations: Skip Bayless Offers Fox Sports Hairstylist $1.5 Million for Sex
Allegations Against Skip Bayless: A Disturbing Account of Sexual Harassment
Sports commentator Skip Bayless is facing serious allegations of sexual harassment from a Fox Sports...
Disney to merge Fubo with Hulu Live TV, resolving sports streaming dispute
Disney and FuboTV Join Forces
In a groundbreaking move, FuboTV Inc. and Walt Disney Co. have announced their plans to merge Fubo with Hulu Live...
Delicious Apple Fritters in Los Angeles: A New Year’s Resolution
Valerie Bertinelli's Inspiring Journey
Actress Valerie Bertinelli's Sunday tradition of indulging in apple fritters has sparked a new wave of resolutions for many, including myself....
Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers: Ready for Playoff Run Under Hernández
Chargers Primed for Playoff Success Under New Coach
LAS VEGAS — The Los Angeles Chargers are gearing up for a promising playoff run under the...
Golden Globes 2025 Winners: Full List of Award Recipients
Golden Globes 2025 Winners: A Night of Glitz, Glamour, and Triumphs
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards took center stage on Sunday night, dazzling audiences with...
Brady Corbet Wins Best Director for ‘The Brutalist’ at Golden Globes 2025 Live Chat
Brady Corbet Wins Best Director at Golden Globes 2025
Brady Corbet emerged victorious at the Golden Globes 2025, securing the coveted Best Director award for...
Brett Ratner Directs Melania Trump Documentary Exclusively on Prime Video
Brett Ratner Tackles Melania Trump Documentary for Amazon Prime Video
Director Brett Ratner is making a comeback with a new documentary focused on former...
Best Sunday Activities in L.A. by Joel McHale: A Local’s Guide
Joel McHale's Ideal Sunday Funday in L.A.
Joel McHale, the well-known actor and comedian residing in Los Angeles, recently shared his ideal Sunday activities around...
Taylor Swift vs. Moo Deng: Astronauts’ Missed Encounters
Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore's Unexpected Extended Stay in Space
Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, known for their historic test flight of...
Forging a UCLA Legend: Cori Close’s Lessons from John Wooden
# UCLA Legend: Cori Close's Journey with John Wooden
In the heart of the UCLA basketball program lies a connection that transcends generations, uniting a...
Never Forget: Reflections on the Events of January 6th
Reflections on the Events of January 6th: A Chilling Anniversary
Four years ago on Jan. 6, a day that will forever be etched in history,...
UCLA struggles as key players falter in loss to Nebraska
UCLA Struggles as Key Players Falter in Loss to Nebraska
On a chilly Saturday evening in Lincoln, Nebraska, the No. 15 UCLA Bruins faced a...
Rebuilding Big Ten Programs: USC Fades Late in Loss to Michigan
Rebuilding Big Ten Programs: USC Falls to Michigan in a Grueling Match
In a fierce battle between two Big Ten programs on Saturday night, the...
Apple Settles $95 Million Privacy Lawsuit Over Siri Recordings
Apple Settles $95 Million Privacy Lawsuit Over Siri Recordings
In a groundbreaking development, tech giant Apple has agreed to pay a whopping $95 million in...
Legal challenge against California’s ban on ‘captive audience meetings’
California Business Groups Challenge Ban on 'Captive Audience Meetings'
California business groups, including the California Chamber of Commerce and the California Restaurant Assn., have taken...
Comparing the New Congress to Your State: Representation Analysis
Comparing Congressional Representation Across States
As the 119th Congress convenes this Friday, a closer look at the makeup of the delegation reveals some intriguing trends...