Dick Cheney Dies at 84, Supreme Court Takes Up Trump Tariff Case, USC Faces Layoffs, Judge Orders Release of School Counselor Funds, Newsom’s Prop 50 Push, Gold’s Gym Sold, Meta Opens Flagship Store

Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 after a long career that shaped U.S. foreign policy and national security. The Supreme Court begins hearing arguments on Trump’s tariffs, a case that could redefine presidential power. Since July, USC has cut more than 900 jobs amid a $200 million budget deficit. A federal judge orders the Trump administration to release millions for school counselor grants. Californians vote on Prop 50, Governor Newsom’s redistricting measure. In business, Gold’s Gym sells most of its Southern California locations to EōS Fitness, and Meta opens a new flagship store in West Hollywood to showcase its latest AI glasses and VR tech.