Britney Spears Unknown Substance Found in Car During DUI Arrest

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Britney Spears may be in trouble for more than just allegations of drinking and driving ... TMZ has learned.

Sources familiar with the investigation tell TMZ ... in addition to suspicion of DUI, there was also an unknown substance found in her car, which will be part of the arrest.

We're told the substance is now being tested.

Savannah Guthrie's 'TODAY' Visit I'm Holding Onto Faith ... For My Mom!!!

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Savannah Guthrie is leaning on religion amid the ongoing search for her mother Nancy -- 'cause TMZ’s learned she shared an emotional message of hope with staffers during a visit to the 'TODAY' show.

A source close to 'TODAY' tells TMZ Savannah thanked the staff and crew for the love, prayers and support for "caring about my mom as much as I do" ... and she declared "I’m holding onto my faith. I still believe. And as my mom would say, 'Where else would I go?'"

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We're told Savannah -- who was seen inside Rockefeller Center Thursday morning -- told the team she’s still standing and still herself ... adding, "I don’t know what version of me that will be, but it will be."

Britney Spears Arrested in California for DUI

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Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County, California Wednesday night for a DUI, law enforcement sources tell TMZ.

The pop superstar was handcuffed by the California Highway Patrol around 9:30 PM last night, and she was booked by the sheriff's department around 3 AM. She was released from jail around 6 AM today, according to inmate records.

Britney was by herself when cops pulled her over in Westlake Village ... not far from her home. She was taken to a hospital immediately after she was pulled over, TMZ has learned.

CHP officers transported her there to draw her blood ... according to multiple sources close to Brit. She did not sustain any injuries, and the hospital visit was purely to determine her blood alcohol content.

TMZ has reached out to her team for comment.

Trump To Kristi Noem You're Fired!!!

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President Trump sounds like he got to say his two favorite words ... "You're fired!" ... and the person on the receiving end this time is Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

Trump is firing Noem and replacing her with Oklahoma GOP Senator Markwayne Mullin ... according to a Trump post on his social media platform Truth Social.

Before moving on from Noem, POTUS had been asking aides and Republicans in Congress for a list of potential replacements for Noem, according to the WSJ ... and it sounds like the deciding factor here was Noem's fiery hearing Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Eva Mendes' Favorite Thing Isn't Ryan Gosling ... At Least In the Kitchen

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Eva Mendes wants you to clean up your act ... or at least do the dishes.

And since it's her birthday what better gift can you give her than getting your kitchen gleaming with her lifestyle cleaning brand Skura Style?

Will that be Ken-ough for Ryan Gosling's partner ... we hope so!

Cruz Beckham Happy Birthday, Brooklyn ... Hope We Can Patch Things Up One Day

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Cruz and Brooklyn Beckham may not be talking ... but Cruz still wants the best for his big bro on his birthday ... and he's hopeful for reconciliation.

Photogs caught up with Cruz on the street in Paris, France Wednesday ... and they asked if he had a message for Brooklyn on his 27th birthday.

Cruz tosses a quick "Happy Birthday" Brooklyn's way ... but, he keeps mum on whether the two have spoken in recent months.

As for whether there will be a reconciliation -- Cruz responds, "I hope so" -- and leaves it at that.

TMZ Live Stream Come Into Our Office and Watch News Happen!!!

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You never know what you're gonna get ... a big story that breaks, an argument erupts in the room, or someone's just joking around.

Your comments are a big part of the stream, and the staff spends a lot of time speaking directly to you. Every day is different!

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Britney Spears Swerving in Lanes Before Arrest ... Dispatch Audio Claims

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Britney Spears was allegedly swerving from lane to lane prior to her DUI arrest ... this according to police dispatch audio.

According to the audio, a 2026 black convertible was driving in and out of lanes and speeding ... and an officer can be heard asking for the dispatcher to "send all units down towards this area please."

An officer later says they are speaking with the car's driver, who has stepped out of the vehicle.

Queen Latifah I'm Definitely Not Dead!!!

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Queen Latifah doesn't want fans falling for viral rumors about her death ... hopping on social media to dispel any notion that she's passed on.

Here's the deal ... a rumor that the star passed away began to circulate online this week ... and apparently, it reached the Queen's ears.

Her royal rapness jumped on Instagram and shared a clip telling fans she's "100% A-OK" ... before adding people shouldn't believe everything they read or see On The Internet.

Savannah Guthrie Visits 'TODAY' Studio for First Time Since Mom's Disappearance

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Savannah Guthrie is back at the 'TODAY' show studio for the first time since her mom Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped more than a month ago, and TMZ has the video of her emotional return.

Savannah could be seen hugging staff and crew through the iconic window of Studio 1A at Rockefeller Center Thursday morning in New York City.

The veteran newscaster seemed emotional while speaking to the assembled crew ... though we don't know what she was saying.

A 'TODAY' spokesperson tells TMZ ... "Savannah Guthrie stopped by the studio this morning to be with and thank her TODAY colleagues. While she plans to return to the show on air, she remains focused right now supporting her family and working to help bring Nancy home."

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In another video from the gathering, former 'TODAY' co-anchor Hoda Kotb is emotional as she greets Savannah among the crowd.

Ryan Lochte, Molly Gillihan We Weren't Having An Affair ... Our DMs Prove It!!!

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Ryan Lochte and his new girlfriend are clapping back at his ex-wife, Kayla Rae Reid, for claiming he cheated ... calling the matter fake news for clicks.

Reid -- a former Playboy Playmate -- vented on this week's "The Comeback Era with Caroline and Kayla" podcast ... stating Lochte and his current partner, Molly Gillihan, became a thing way before they separated.

Lochte is adamant that's not the case ... and his new lady had his back by posting DMsmessages on Instagram to support their side of the story.

Eva Mendes Hot Shots To Celebrate Her 52nd Birthday!!!

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Eva Mendes is 52 today and looking hella fine ... and on her birthday, we’ve gotta salute the ultimate example of aging like fine wine.

Take a look at these super stylish snaps of the actress serving full-on style queen energy -- she’s looking so good, Ryan Gosling could honestly pass as her arm candy.

Want to celebrate the birthday girl even more and see how well you know her? Take a crack at our game and blow out the candles with Eva. Happy Birthday!

'Real Housewives' Star Erin Lichy Fighting Former Management Company Over Money

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Erin Lichy's former management company won a case against their ex-client and got an award for more than $90,000 ... and, the group's now gone to a judge to make sure they get it.

Brigade Talent LLC filed documents to confirm an arbitration award Thursday ... after the company says they won a case against the 'RHONY' star ... Lichy fired the company in 2024 after 17 months, and a dispute arose over unpaid commissions.  The company says the ruling in their favor requires Lichy to hand over $91,632.28.

The company claims Erin was made aware of the final award on February 24 ... and they now want the judge to confirm it and grant the company additional interest until it's paid.

Britney Spears Taken to Hospital After DUI Stop ... 'Long Overdue' for Changes in Her Life

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Cops took Britney Spears to a hospital immediately after pulling her over for an alleged DUI ... TMZ has learned.

Britney spent some time at a hospital early Thursday morning, because California Highway Patrol officers transported her there to draw her blood ... according to multiple sources close to Brit.

We're also told she was alone when cops pulled her over in Westlake Village ... not far from her home. She did not sustain any injuries, and the hospital visit was purely to determine her blood alcohol content.

NCAA Men's Basketball Coach Accused of Being a Pimp ... In Alleged Multi-State Operation

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The men’s basketball program at California State University, Bakersfield is at the center of a wild scandal ... after a former player-turned-coach was accused of running a multi-state pimping operation while working for the school.

Authorities say Kevin Mays -- an ex-player for the Roadrunners who later joined the staff as a temporary assistant coach -- is facing 11 criminal and misdemeanor charges, including felony pimping, after an investigation triggered by a shocking anonymous email.

According to reports, then-head coach Rod Barnes received a message in August titled “IMPORTANT MESSAGE 911 911” claiming Mays had been “trafficking a girl since May” across several states. The sender warned in all caps, “FIX IT OR THE WHOLE STAFF WILL FALL.”