Politics
In L.A., as in other U.S. cities, democratic socialists are poised to expand power at City Hall
Voters will have a chance to elect democratic socialists for mayor and city attorney of Los Angeles, reflecting a trend seen in other Democratic cities. What would it mean for L.A. if Raman and Roy win?
Newsom’s stance on controversial data centers about to be tested. Again.
Controversy over data centers has reached a fever pitch nationwide, and Gov. Gavin Newsom could soon find himself in the crosshairs.
Federal probe of Newsom creates lots of smoke. Is there any fire?
Some say the investigation will boost the governor’s presidential prospects. But it’s too soon to say. The action by Trump’s corrupted Department of “Justice” presents more questions than answers.
How the plan to expand the L.A. City Council got shelved once again
Councilmembers said the proposal to expand the council lacked crucial details. Others say the council didn’t want to dilute its own power.
They found a new park hiding in plain sight in the middle of Los Angeles
Hungry for greenery in a city short on parks, residents have reimagined San Vicente Boulevard.
Behested payments aren’t illegal, but they are a problem. Especially for Newsom
Media and pundits pounced on millions in charity payments Gov. Gavin Newsom has solicited for nonprofits, including ones his wife is involved in.
Political watchdog fines Newsom for failing to report $5.5M in solicited donations on time
The California Fair Political Practices Commission said most of the violations were for failing to report that Gov. Gavin Newsom and his his staff directed inquiries from companies and foundations to offer help after the Los Angeles wildfires to the California Fire Foundation.
Billionaire tax proposal faces hurdles as it moves closer to November ballot
The proposal tenatively qualified for the November ballot after election officials verified petition signatures gathered by supporters of the billionaire tax, but it could be derailed.
Long list of U.S. concessions to Iran raises specter of a ‘lost war’
Details of the framework peace agreement were finally shared with the public, revealing a raft of compromises with Tehran long opposed by Republicans.
Bill to limit prison off-ramp for the mentally ill could soon head to Newsom
Citing a series of violent crimes that followed criminal defendants being spared of convictions due to diagnosed mental illnesses, state lawmakers have pushed forward legislation backed by California prosecutors to limit who can qualify.