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Construction begins Monday on a high-speed rail line connecting Las Vegas and Los Angeles, with an estimated completion date of 2028. The $12 billion project aims to provide a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to driving and flying between the two cities, with speeds reaching 186 mph. The line will include 218 miles of track, primarily built within the median of Interstate 15. It will have stations in Las Vegas, Victorville, and Rancho Cucamonga. The project received significant funding from the Biden administration and is expected to generate 11 million passengers annually.

Maya Jama shared a fun-filled video of her and Stormzy partying in Los Angeles. The ITV presenter showcased her playful side with a sassy dance to ‘F*** With Me’ while downing espresso martinis. Stormzy made a brief appearance, cheering on his girlfriend as she danced with friends. The couple recently reunited after a four-year breakup, and Stormzy has been showering Maya with love and support.

A 29-year-old Los Angeles resident, Ephraim Hunter, allegedly broke into Mayor Karen Bass’s home on Sunday morning, leading to his arrest on suspicion of burglary. Hunter has a history of violent crimes in Massachusetts, including assault with a deadly weapon and kidnapping. The LAPD is investigating the incident, believing that Hunter targeted the mayor’s residence and may face additional charges beyond burglary. Bass and her family were unharmed during the break-in, and the LAPD has increased security measures at Getty House.

On Sunday morning, police in Los Angeles apprehended a suspect after a break-in at Mayor Karen Bass’s official residence. The suspect gained entry to Getty House by smashing a window, but Bass and her family were unharmed. The suspect was taken into custody without incident, and an investigation is underway. Bass is the first woman and second Black person to hold the mayoral position in Los Angeles.

Construction commenced on a $12 billion high-speed passenger rail linking Los Angeles and Las Vegas, promising to cut travel time between the two cities by half. The Brightline West project will lay 218 miles of track between Rancho Cucamonga, California, and Las Vegas by 2028. The train will reach speeds of up to 200 miles per hour, transporting passengers between the cities in just over two hours. Upon completion, the rail is expected to accommodate millions of passengers annually, reducing traffic congestion on Interstate 15. Brightline, which already operates a high-speed line in Florida, aims to have trains operating in time for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.