AGP Executive Report

World Cup in LA: Belgium and Iran played to a 0-0 draw at SoFi Stadium, with Belgium reduced to 10 men after a second-half red card; Iran left a thank-you note for Los Angeles fans and will need results to keep Group G hopes alive. Politics & identity: A new look at California voting finds millions of residents still decline a party label, reflecting frustration with both major brands. Public safety: CHP Fresno arrested 17 drivers for DUI during a 12-hour enforcement push, impounding nine vehicles. Education shake-up: LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned after an FBI-linked federal investigation. Tech & finance: LendingClub rebrands as Happen Bank, while Retool says it’s extending enterprise governance to AI-built apps. Entertainment: Olivia Rodrigo announced her all-women Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine for Aug. 29. Sports business: California lawmakers consider bills to curb CSU objections to community college bachelor’s degrees.

WNBA Spotlight: Nneka Ogwumike hit a buzzer-beating 3 as the Los Angeles Sparks rallied to beat the New York Liberty 98-97 at Crypto.com Arena, after trailing by 17 in the third. Education & Justice: LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned Sunday amid an FBI investigation tied to allegations of kickbacks while he led Miami-Dade schools. Public Safety: Firefighters continued battling a Boyle Heights warehouse blaze that has blanketed parts of Los Angeles in smoke, prompting emergency declarations and shelter-in-place orders. World Cup in LA: Iran held Belgium to a 0-0 draw at SoFi Stadium; goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made seven saves, and the team left a handwritten thank-you note for Los Angeles fans. Tech & Business: San Francisco-based Lip Sync AI launched a free browser platform for creators to generate lip-sync videos. Policy & Housing: California AG Rob Bonta announced a $7M settlement with a property manager over an alleged algorithmic rent scheme using RealPage software.

State Emergency: Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for Los Angeles County as firefighters battled a stubborn Boyle Heights cold-storage warehouse fire, with smoke and public health concerns stretching across the metro. Public Health & Safety: Officials said the blaze involved frozen food and complicated hazards like ammonia and melting solar panels, prompting shelter-in-place guidance and distribution of N95 masks. Ballot Watch: California’s controversial “billionaire tax” cleared signature requirements and is headed to the Nov. 3 ballot, proposing a one-time 5% wealth tax to fund K-12, Medi-Cal, and CalFresh. Housing & Costs: Mortgage rates dipped to the lowest level in more than a month, with the 30-year fixed average falling to 6.47%. Sports (Local): The Marlins designated Christopher Morel for assignment and put Liam Hicks on the IL ahead of a Giants matchup; in soccer, Belgium’s Jeremy Doku was ruled out vs. Iran in Los Angeles. Aviation: Alaska Airlines dropped four Mexico routes planned from LAX, LAS, and SFO.

Boyle Heights Fire Response: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass declared a local emergency over the ongoing Boyle Heights warehouse blaze, saying the city needs state help as smoke lingers and officials warn of health risks tied to the cold-storage facility’s contents. Dodgers Update: Shohei Ohtani returned after missing Friday for the birth of his second child, homered in the ninth, but Los Angeles fell 3-2 to the Orioles as Trevor Rogers struck out six over seven scoreless innings. Public Safety: A LASD deputy was stabbed at the Lancaster Metrolink station and the suspect was killed after deputies returned fire; the deputy’s injuries were reported as non-life-threatening. World Cup in LA: Belgium faces Iran at SoFi Stadium after both opened with draws, while Iran’s coach again complained about travel chaos and last-minute restrictions. Sports Spotlight: The Golden State Valkyries head to Las Vegas to face the Aces with Western Conference positioning on the line, with A’ja Wilson leading the charge. Local Crime: A pursuit crash in Arcadia ended with multiple vehicles damaged and the suspect trapped inside, according to reports.

Boyle Heights Fire: LA is moving toward a state of emergency as a stubborn warehouse blaze keeps spewing caustic smoke across the region, with air-quality alerts stretching from West Hollywood to Hacienda Heights and from Pasadena to Lakewood; officials say the frozen-food facility raises biohazard concerns as food decays. Local Public Safety: The city has already lifted and reissued shelter-in-place orders while firefighters tackle a “very complex” fire at the Lineage cold storage site. Civil Rights & Courts: A California program tied to utility contracting is under fire for prioritizing “LGBT Business Enterprises,” with critics calling it an identity-based certification process that ratepayers fund. Sports Spotlight: Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says he’s a father again after posting the birth of a second child on Instagram. Police Accountability: LAPD released bodycam footage from a Canoga Park incident where officers shot and killed a woman’s dog. Health Aid: A Santa Barbara nonprofit is sending more than 250,000 N95 respirators to help protect health workers in the DRC Ebola outbreak.

World Cup in California: Paraguay stunned Turkey 1-0 in Santa Clara, with Matías Galarza scoring the tournament’s fastest goal at 64 seconds; Miguel Almirón was sent off under a new rule for covering his mouth during a confrontation, and Turkey was eliminated after a second straight loss. USMNT advance: The U.S. beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle to lock up Group D and set up a Round of 32 match on the West Coast. Dodgers & Angels wild swings: The A’s completed a seven-run ninth-inning comeback to beat the Angels 12-11 in 10 innings, while the Dodgers rallied past the Orioles 6-5 on a late error. Local culture & politics: Los Angeles City Council declared Jan. 6, 2027 as “Diljit Dosanjh Day.” Education spotlight: California universities posted strong results in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Global Universities list. Entertainment loss: TV director James Burrows, behind “Cheers” and “Friends,” died at 85. Business watch: A Paramount Skydance–Warner Bros. Discovery merger could put thousands of LA-area jobs at risk.

Koreatown Violence: LAPD is investigating a shooting near World Cup watch celebrations in Koreatown that left a 50-year-old man wounded; the suspect, 19, was arrested after firing into the air and then during an argument. Boyle Heights Fire: A cold-storage warehouse blaze at Lineage has triggered renewed shelter-in-place orders through Friday after crews found a hidden fire pocket inside a freezer container and worked to manage an ammonia leak. San Francisco Privacy Crackdown: An SFPD audit found its Flock license-plate camera data was improperly accessed about 300 times on behalf of federal and out-of-state agencies, prompting network access changes. California Cost of Living: July 1 brings higher local minimum wages across Southern California, plus a new phone-free schools rule under AB 3216 limiting student cellphone use during the day. Water & Climate: California’s Water Commission unanimously approved an additional $268.9 million in conditional funding for the Sites Reservoir Project. Juneteenth Access: California State Parks is offering a free Historian Passport for Juneteenth and the 250th anniversary, covering 30+ historic parks. Sports & Culture: DOJ is investigating MLB over religious-rights claims tied to Giants players’ Bible-verse Pride Night caps.

World Cup Buzz (Inglewood): Switzerland took control of Group B with a 4-1 win over Bosnia, powered by substitute Johan Manzambi’s late double after FIFA hydration breaks shifted the tempo. MLB Injury Update (Los Angeles): Mike Trout was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain, leaving the Angels to adjust in center field. Local Sports (West Sacramento): The Athletics shut out the Angels 5-0 as Shea Langeliers and Tyler Soderstrom went back-to-back in the first. Phone Service Fight (Statewide): California urged a court and the FCC to block AT&T from ending copper landline service for new customers, arguing the state’s basic-service rules are technology-neutral. Public Safety (L.A. County): LAPD and DEA carried out arrests in a MacArthur Park drug sting, part of a multi-phase crackdown. Energy Policy: A California Senate bill would make “plug-and-play” solar easier to buy and install, aiming to cut power bills. Business & Health (Bay Area): Genentech got FDA acceptance for a supplemental application for Lunsumio plus Polivy in relapsed large B-cell lymphoma.

MLB & Bay Area Sports: The San Francisco Giants swept a split doubleheader over the Atlanta Braves, then saw Thursday’s series finale postponed by rain and rescheduled for Aug. 31 in Atlanta. Ballot & State Politics: California’s one-time “billionaire tax” has cleared the signature hurdle for the November ballot, with supporters backing a up-to-5% levy tied to health care funding. Public Health: Los Angeles County and Pasadena warned parents about a recalled Nara Organics infant formula tied to suspected infant botulism cases. Surveillance Oversight: An audit found hundreds of improper searches of San Francisco’s license plate reader system by out-of-state and federal agencies. Local Community & Culture: LA is gearing up for Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup watch parties across Koreatown and downtown, with events also planned in Boyle Heights and beyond. Education & AI: A California bill would require CSU course instructors to be human, aiming to block AI “nonhuman instructors.” Housing Labor Fight: A proposed California housing bill tying faster townhouse approvals to a $28 wage floor is sparking backlash from construction unions.

Major Fire Response: A massive Boyle Heights warehouse blaze at the Lineage freight building spread across roof solar panels and triggered a shelter-in-place order as officials suspected an ammonia leak; firefighters later used water-dropping helicopters to bring it under control. Sports—Dodgers: Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th homer, but a bloody blister and knee soreness lingered as Los Angeles swept the Rays, including a 1-0 win on Thursday’s matchup. WNBA—Golden State: Olivia Miles set a rookie record with 24 first-half points en route to 31 as Minnesota beat the Sparks 99-83; Golden State’s Valkyries now host the Lynx next. Agriculture Policy Fight: California farmers are mobilizing against AB 2646, warning a proposed 30% H-2A wage hike could strain family farms. Arts & Culture: Santa Monica chef Dave Beran won Best Chef California at the James Beard Awards for Seline. Public Safety/Legal: A wrongful death lawsuit in San Francisco alleges a retired dentist killed a tenant to sell a Sunset District property. Entertainment Loss: Actress Daveigh Chase, known for “The Ring” and voicing Lilo in “Lilo & Stitch,” died at 35.

World Cup in L.A.: Iran’s 2-2 draw with New Zealand at SoFi Stadium played out with big local energy, including “Tehrangeles” watch parties near Westwood as the Iranian community cheered through the drama. Wildfire Preparedness: PG&E and the California Fire Foundation opened applications for wildfire safety and emergency preparedness grants, with funding boosted to $1 million and deadlines set for early July. Business/Manufacturing: Hydro says it will close its Extrusion North America plants in City of Industry (CA) and Delhi (LA) by 2027, affecting about 350 jobs, while shifting production elsewhere. Public Safety/Weather: Coastal Los Angeles and Orange County face elevated surf and dangerous rip currents, with officials urging beachgoers to stay near lifeguards. Aviation Tragedy: Edwards Air Force Base identified all eight crew members killed in a fiery B-52 crash during a test flight, with the investigation expected to take months. Health/Science: A UC Davis study links fire-driven forest loss to long-term recovery challenges in places like Trinity County. Tech/Politics: A new poll finds most Californians oppose new data centers in their communities, even as many support safeguards.

World Cup in San Francisco: Austria kicked off its 2026 campaign with a 3-1 Group J win over debutants Jordan, with Romano Schmid scoring early, Ali Olwan equalizing after the break, and late goals including a Jordan own goal and Marko Arnautovic’s stoppage-time penalty. Public Safety & Accountability: Los Angeles residents are pushing for changes that would give the City Council more control over LAPD discipline, arguing the current charter limits what elected leaders can do. White House UFC plot: Two California men were among suspects arrested in a thwarted anti-government drone-and-sniper conspiracy targeting a UFC event at the White House. Coastal tragedy: Two Indian-origin students died after being swept out to sea while sleeping on a Northern California beach. Climate/Industry: California’s first operational carbon storage project hit its first CO2 injection in Kern County. Local Food Access: San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahmood unveiled plans to bring more supermarkets to food deserts by targeting vacant properties. Sports (LA): Shohei Ohtani homered again as the Dodgers beat the Rays 1-0.

B-52 Crash: A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight aboard; investigators say the airfield stayed closed as crews secured the site and officials work to determine what went wrong. State Budget: California lawmakers approved a roughly $356B budget, setting up fresh negotiations with Gov. Gavin Newsom on healthcare, schools, and homelessness funding. MLB Pride Controversy: MLB warned three San Francisco Giants pitchers after they added Bible verses to Pride Night caps, saying the writing violated uniform rules. Local Impact: Los Angeles County supervisors are set to consider streamlining homelessness prevention services, including help for wildfire survivors facing expiring aid and rising housing costs. Elections & Misinformation: A viral LA “San Recto” ballot conspiracy spread on prediction markets and social media—then collapsed because the fictional city doesn’t exist. Sports & Entertainment: Giants trade talk is heating up as the team edges toward selling; and BET announced a new mockumentary workplace comedy, “LOT PATROL,” premiering June 30.

Edwards Air Force Base Tragedy: A U.S. Air Force B-52 crashed shortly after takeoff during a routine test mission at Edwards in California’s Mojave, killing all eight aboard; officials say the crash was “unsurvivable” and the cause is under investigation, with the base temporarily grounding operations. World Cup Politics in LA: At SoFi Stadium, Iran and New Zealand played a tense, protest-heavy Group G opener that ended 2-2; Iran’s coach complained the team was ordered to leave for Tijuana immediately after the match, while the crowd split between cheers and boos during the anthem. Budget Watch (Sacramento): California’s Senate Budget Committee advanced the 2026-27 budget, approving a $355.9B spending plan and delaying some Medi-Cal cuts while setting aside reserve funds. Wildfire Risk: Cal Fire warned California is heading into an above-average peak wildfire season as early fires like the Max Fire near Stevenson Ranch prompted evacuations and shelter-in-place orders. Sports Culture Clash: MLB warned San Francisco Giants players after Pride Night hats with Bible verses drew backlash, escalating the debate over religious expression in sports.

Newsom’s Tax Deadline Push: Gov. Gavin Newsom is scrambling to derail a proposed 5% billionaire net-worth tax before a June 25 vote deadline, lining up new public opponents including Planned Parenthood and the state’s biggest teachers union. Federal Pressure Claim: Newsom also says Trump’s DOJ has started investigating him and his wife, alleging federal agents are seeking records from friends and former staff. Consumer Safety: Walmart agreed to block sales of skin-lightening creams containing mercury after a Proposition 65 dispute, with claims some products tested thousands of times over the legal limit. Legal Tech: A federal judge in San Francisco dismissed xAI’s trade-secret lawsuit against OpenAI, ending the case with prejudice. Weather & Safety: The National Weather Service extended hazardous surf warnings for parts of Southern California, citing rip currents, breaking waves, and king-tide flooding risk. Local Governance: Rocklin and its school district are already stacking November ballot measures, adding a half-cent sales tax and a $288M bond. Sports & Culture: Aldon Smith, a former 49ers All-Pro, died at 36; and Los Angeles is gearing up for World Cup fan zones and watch parties.

World Cup in LA, with politics in the stands: Iranian Americans in Los Angeles are split ahead of Iran’s opener vs. New Zealand at SoFi, with some planning protests outside the stadium while others say they just want to watch. Cybersecurity and water: California Water Service says its systems weren’t compromised after an alleged Iranian hack claim, though it’s still monitoring and coordinating with law enforcement. Local policing controversy: A Canoga Park woman says an LAPD officer shot and killed her dog outside her home, a case now drawing heavy attention online. LA mayoral runoff: Nithya Raman advanced to a November runoff against Mayor Karen Bass, kicking off a new phase of campaigning after a volunteer-driven primary push. Tech jobs squeeze: The LA Times reports California tech workers are struggling as companies demand AI skills and hiring stays “picky.” Earthquake risk warning: Researchers say major California quake models may miss “supershear” shockwaves, potentially underestimating losses. Business/innovation: Doodle Labs expands its European strategy for NATO-aligned autonomous systems, while Practical DevSecOps launches a hands-on MCP security certification.