LAFD’s DEI bureau drew the right’s ire. It’s now on the chopping block
In one of his final acts as mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti stood alongside Kristen Crowley, whom he had appointed as the city’s first female fire chief, and announced…
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This California town has a breathtaking waterfall — and no legal public access
DUNSMUIR, Calif. — Less than half a mile from the city limits of this Northern California railroad town is a natural wonder so enchanting that locals compare it to geologic features in…
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Inside the massive tunnel that carries water to Southern California
Thousands of feet below the snowy summit of Mt. San Jacinto, a formidable feat of engineering and grit makes life as we know it in Southern California possible. The 13-mile-long…
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S&P lowers city of L.A.’s bond ratings amid budget crisis
S&P Global Ratings has lowered the bond ratings for the city of Los Angeles, which is trying to close a nearly $1-billion budget deficit. On Friday, the credit rating agency…
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City attorney declines to file charges against most UCLA, USC campus protesters – Orange County Register
The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office announced Friday that it has declined to file charges against hundreds of people arrested in pro-Palestinian and counter protests on the UCLA and USC…
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Judge bars Trump from denying federal funds to ‘sanctuary’ cities
A federal judge in California on Thursday barred the Trump administration from denying or conditioning the use of federal funds to “sanctuary” jurisdictions, saying that portions of President Trump’s executive…
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Wildomar tows dozens of RVs moved to city from homeless encampment in LA County – Orange County Register
A code enforcement officer in Wildomar first noticed six trailers on the Palomar Street property in December. By April, that number had increased tenfold. Subscribe to continue reading this article….
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In Sacramento, Mayor Bass seeks state money to close nearly $1-billion budget gap
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass returned to Sacramento Wednesday to lobby state leaders for money to help close the city’s nearly $1-billion budget hole. This is Bass’ second visit to…
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Mayor Karen Bass proposes layoffs for about 1,650 L.A. city workers
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass released a proposed budget on Monday that would eliminate a nearly $1-billion financial gap by cutting more than 2,700 city positions — about 1,650 of…
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3 months after Palisades fire, mayor proposes adding 227 LAFD jobs
Months after the most destructive wildfire in modern Los Angeles history, Mayor Karen Bass is seeking to add scores of new employees to the Fire Department, even as an array…
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Vandals chainsaw dozens of trees across downtown L.A.
L.A.’s fragile urban canopy was dealt a vicious blow this weekend when a chainsaw-wielding vandal cut down a number of shade trees along South Grand Street and other areas of…
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Problems pile up for Karen Bass as she finalizes her budget
For Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, the list of problems keeps piling up. She began the year facing a barrage of criticism over the city’s handling of the Palisades fire…
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Altadena suffered a ‘catastrophic failure.’ Did unincorporated status hurt fire response?
In the first 24 hours of the Eaton fire, Pasadena’s communications director helped activate four different kinds of alerts to keep its residents apprised of evacuation orders, while also hopping…
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Barbara Lee surges into lead in Oakland mayor’s race
Former longtime Democratic Congresswoman Barbara Lee surged into the lead in the race to become Oakland’s next mayor, according to vote results released Friday evening. The latest tally showed Lee…
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Street takeover participants, including spectators, may soon face heavy fines
In hopes of putting an end to street takeovers that often result in damaged vehicles and injuries, Los Angeles County officials have taken the first step toward dramatically increasing penalties…
Read More » Loren Taylor takes slim early lead in tight special election for Oakland mayor
OAKLAND — Former City Councilmember Loren Taylor took a very slim lead in early results in Oakland’s special mayoral election on Tuesday against former Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee in a race prompted…
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LA28 announces Dodger Stadium among new 2028 Olympic venues
With Dodger Stadium and Alamitos Beach joining the list Tuesday, LA28 has almost completed its full venue plan for the 2028 Olympics. The organizing committee announced an updated venue plan…
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Daniel Lurie is San Francisco’s nerdy new mayor — and hype man
SAN FRANCISCO — When Daniel Lurie won election in November as San Francisco’s new mayor, he knew there were daunting challenges ahead: the twin epidemics of homelessness and addiction; a deflated downtown…
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L.A. was forged by global commerce. Can it survive the Trump trade wars?
When Fang Chen was growing up in the wealthy city of San Marino in the 1980s, it was still a majority white community, one where locals occasionally exploded into ugly…
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Measure ULA reducing apartment development in city of L.A., study says
Los Angeles’ “mansion tax” that funds affordable housing has likely led to a drop off in overall apartment construction, potentially worsening the city’s housing situation, according to a new report…
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