Thrive 9th Ward Archives

Activists suing LAPD allege officer shot foam rounds at their groins at point-blank range April 7, 2026

Three prominent activists have filed a lawsuit against the LAPD, claiming an officer shot at them from close range with less-lethal projectiles during a protest last year.

Libor Jany

Iran attempting cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, officials say April 7, 2026

The Iranian cyber activity comes as President Trump threatens to target Iran's critical infrastructure, particularly its bridges and power plants.

Michael Wilner

Teen who went to photograph L.A. 'No Kings' rally shot, blinded by Homeland Security agent, attorney says April 7, 2026

Tucker Collins, an 18-year-old freshman at USC, attended a 'No Kings' protest in Los Angeles on Mar. 28. He ended up getting shot in the eye with a less-lethal projectile by a Department of Homeland Security agent and is now blind.

Summer Lin

Man killed girlfriend's pet rabbit, Momo, tossing him from second-floor window, authorities say April 7, 2026

A North Hollywood man has been charged with animal cruelty and domestic violence offenses for allegedly killing his girlfriend's two-month-old rabbit during a violent outburst in February.

Alex Wigglesworth

Photos from the dark side of the moon by Artemis II April 7, 2026

Artemis II marks NASA's first return to the moon with astronauts — a critical step toward a lunar landing by another crew in two years.

Roof collapses, firefighters retreat as massive paper warehouse goes up in flames April 7, 2026

A warehouse filled with Kimberly Clark paper products grew into a huge fire Tuesday morning.

Joseph Serna

California smashburger pioneer is for sale but still dishing them up April 7, 2026

For nearly 90 years in Northern California, Damburger has been 'the best hamburger by a dam site.'

Hailey Branson-Potts

Families, union workers bracing for a crippling, historic LAUSD strike in exactly one week April 7, 2026

A multi-union strike on April 14 would certainly close LAUSD campuses. But there might be enough staff to operate regional child-care hubs.

Howard Blume

Peanut the puppy lost most of his nose. Now he's getting a sniff of hope at Pasadena Humane April 7, 2026

The 2½-month-old was brought in as a stray after being rescued by a good Samaritan in Arcadia. Believed to be a shepherd-husky mix, he suffered an injury that left him without most of his nose.

Cierra Morgan

State senator sues Sacramento, accuses police of fabricating evidence in 'retaliatory' DUI arrest April 7, 2026

A California state senator has sued the city of Sacramento alleging that police officers fabricated evidence to falsely accuse her of driving under the influence.

Clara Harter

A behind-the-scenes look reveals how a former Heisman Trophy winner is redefining legacy through faith-driven community work in America’s most underserved neighborhoods. On a humid…