Federal agents raided the homes of three Southern California immigration activists, including VC Defensa leader Leonardo Martinez, alleging a campaign to harass the group. Activists and their lawyer claim the raids are intimidation tactics, while DHS cites previous arrests for ambushing federal officers.
A wind-driven wildfire, the Sandy Fire, prompted evacuations in Simi Valley, Southern California on Monday. It consumed over 200 hectares, damaged at least one home, and threatened suburban residences.
Britney Spears on Monday admitted to reckless driving involving alcohol, in a plea deal that means she will avoid jail. The “Toxic” singer was arrested in March after police spotted her driving erratically on a freeway in Ventura County, near Los Angeles. She was initially charged with DUI – driving under the influence – but under the plea deal confirmed on Monday she admitted a lesser charge of reckless driving involving alcohol, drugs or both. A court in Ventura sentenced the 44-year-old to 12...
Pop superstar Britney Spears has reportedly checked herself into a treatment facility following her arrest last month on suspicion of driving while intoxicated near Los Angeles. She is scheduled to appear in court on May 4.
