Los Angeles News Brief for January 31, 2026
Los Angeles, CA — January 31, 2026 — A roundup of the latest local news and events in Los Angeles, including airport maintenance, court closures, and community activities.
LAX Runway Maintenance
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has announced a 15-hour closure of Runway 7L-25R on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 1:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST. This routine maintenance is expected to cause minimal disruptions, with associated taxiway closures kept to a minimum. Travelers are advised to check current Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) for the latest updates.
Federal Court Closure
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California will close its Los Angeles and Santa Ana divisions at 12:00 PM on Friday, January 30, 2026, due to anticipated protest activity in downtown Los Angeles. Emergency filings can be made at other open divisions during regular office hours. The court’s automated systems will remain operational and unaffected by the closure.
Community Events
Los Angeles residents can look forward to a variety of events on January 31, 2026. Highlights include:
- UCLA Bruins Men’s Basketball vs. Indiana Hoosiers Men’s Basketball at 2:00 PM at Pauley Pavilion.
- Mosh For Youth Vol 8 featuring Big Ass Truck, Ingrown, Contention, and more at 3:00 PM at The Regent Theater.
- Los Angeles Philharmonic performance at 8:00 PM at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
For a full list of events, visit local event listings.
