Daily Memo: I.C.E. Is Now Using Facial Recognition on Their Phones and More

“Since we don't have access to the [40mm launcher], the FN303 is an alternative option,” LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said. “[And] we're looking at other options that are available as well on the field.”

Lexis-Olivier Ray

February 10, 2026

The co-owner of empanadería Fuegos LA designed Benito's casita, the couple who got married are residents of the San Gabriel Valley, and more.

Janette Villafana

February 10, 2026

ICE is still hitting the Inland Empire hard with about 18 people confirmed taken in the first 8 days of February in that area, and we’re also seeing an escalation in San Diego.

Memo Torres, Izzy Ramirez, Aisha Wallace-Palomares, and Erwin Recinos

February 9, 2026

Although the court had found that federal agents can do their jobs without wearing masks, the law, as is, does not apply equally to law enforcement officers across the state, the judge cited as cause for her ruling.

Aisha Wallace-Palomares

February 9, 2026

Jack Duffy attaches a respirator to his bagpipes to play through tear gas. “I always play it whenever the police retreat because it's like, ‘You fucking ran while we stayed,’” he says.

Julianne Le

February 9, 2026

The resolution by Leandra Blades, a retired L.A. county law enforcement officer, advocates for the district to cooperate with and affirm "its support for local law enforcement officers and federal immigration officers."

Izzy Ramirez

February 8, 2026