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Targeted by Trump, L.A. County took action to speed up counting votes. Officials say it worked
In the wake of attacks from President Trump and others, Los Angeles County election officials made changes to speed up the vote count. A week out from the midterm election, they appear to have worked.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
One dead in E. coli outbreak linked to California pumpkin farm
The E. coli outbreak left more than a dozen people who visited the popular Brookshire Farms in late October with symptoms, including three children reportedly put in pediatric intensive care.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
D.A. won't file charges against 18-year-old arrested in Moss Landing shooting
The Monterey County D.A.'s office declined to file charges against the 18-year-old arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Moss Landing.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
Illegal gambling operation in residential neighborhood raided in Westminster, 11 are arrested
The Westminster Police Department detained 11 adults on Wednesday at a home in the 6000 block of Apache Road at around 10 a.m. The effort was part of a raid on what law enforcement described as an illegal gambling operation.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
LAPD opens investigation into officer's death during dive training at backyard pool
An officer who served on the dive team of the LAPD's vaunted Metropolitan Division died last week while using a specialized piece of equipment at a private residence in Huntington Beach.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
SoCal man abandoned teen on L.A. freeway after abducting him for forced labor
A Thousand Oaks man was sentenced to five years in state prison for trafficking a 14-year-old boy and forcing him to sell clothing.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
La Jolla’s Most ‘Infamous’ House Party Fails the Test of Time
In its 27th year, The La Jolla Summer White Party subs out strippers for spaghetti as old friends work to keep the magic alive.
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 11
Malas noticias para la reparación de escuelas en California: casi la mitad de las medidas de bonos están en camino de fracasar
Los votantes rechazaron bonos por valor de miles de millones de dólares que las escuelas utilizan para financiar reparaciones y modernización de las instalaciones obsoletas de sus campus.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 11
Tras el derroche de dinero de Silicon Valley, demócratas más moderados se dirigen al Capitolio
Los nuevos super PACs respaldados por empresas tecnológicas gastaron decenas de millones de dólares impulsando a algunos demócratas frente a sus oponentes más progresistas. Casi todos sus candidatos favoritos ganaron sus respectivas contiendas, a pesar de la profunda desconfianza de los votantes hacia la IA y los multimillonarios.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 11
Nuevo gobernador de California inicia la “era Becerra” congraciándose con los demócratas del Capitolio
El gobernador electo Xavier Becerra ha evitado dar detalles sobre qué políticas priorizará su administración. Pero algunos legisladores esperan una relación más colaborativa.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 11
Demanda presentada por jueza despedida alega que California estaba aprobando ilegalmente aumentos en tarifas de seguros
La demanda también acusa a Ricardo Lara y a altos funcionarios del Departamento de Seguros de socavar la autoridad de los jueces administrativos.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 11
Black teachers say students call them the N-word. LAUSD vows to teach them not to
LAUSD already bans hate speech, but educators say use of the N-word is pervasive in too many schools and something must be done. Officials have passed a new plan.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
Just 156 votes separate the two candidates in L.A.'s 9th District council race
With votes still being counted, Jose Ugarte holds a slim lead over Estuardo Mazariegos for the CD9 seat, according to the latest tally released Tuesday night.
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
Voters rejected Prop. 45. The battle over California's housing crisis continues
Proposition 45 promised to make it easier to build housing in California by overhauling CEQA, but it divided advocates. Why did voters reject it, and what happens next?
Reporting by Los Angeles Times · Nov 11
New governor begins the ‘Becerra era’ by making nice with Capitol Democrats
Gov.-elect Xavier Becerra has evaded giving specifics about what policies his administration will prioritize. But some lawmakers are hoping for a more collaborative relationship
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
Bad news for California school repairs: nearly half of bond measures on track to fail
Voters rejected billions of dollars in bonds that schools use to pay for repairs and modernization to aging campus facilities.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
With California’s insurance crisis at an impasse, it might be time for a different approach
California Insurance Commissioner-elect Jane Kim’s plan to set up a fire insurance system warrants an independent and authoritative examination.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
This law was supposed to force more Californians into mental health treatment. What happened?
A new law was supposed to keep severely mentally ill Californians from falling through the cracks. So far, it’s resulted in few people getting long-term care.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
Concerns Mount Over 8-Year-Old Haitian Taken by ICE
San Diego lawmakers are demanding answers after a Fay Elementary School student was taken into ICE custody last week. The 8-year-old Haitian boy was taken into federal custody following a […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 10
Fired judge’s lawsuit alleges California was illegally approving insurance rate hikes
The lawsuit also accuses Ricardo Lara and top Insurance Department officials of undermining administrative law judges’ authority.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
Fired judge’s lawsuit alleges California was illegally approving insurance rate hikes
The lawsuit also accuses Ricardo Lara and top Insurance Department officials of undermining administrative law judges’ authority.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
Los votantes de California rechazan la Proposición 40, que buscaba imponer un impuesto a los multimillonarios
Los multimillonarios gastaron 378 millones de dólares para derrotar la Proposición 40, lo que puso de manifiesto una división entre los demócratas de California sobre la imposición de impuestos a los ricos.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
Los votantes de California rechazan la Proposición 40, que buscaba imponer un impuesto a los multimillonarios
Los multimillonarios gastaron 378 millones de dólares para derrotar la Proposición 40, lo que puso de manifiesto una división entre los demócratas de California sobre la imposición de impuestos a los ricos.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 10
SGV Connect 151: Hilda Solis’ Environmental Justice Center
L.A. County Supervisor Solis reflects on the environmental hardships of the Puente area, and her 30+ year mission to bring it a new regional park and educational facility
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 10
Tuesday’s Headlines
Election news, ICE, Horvath running for CEO, e-bikes, Caballero Creek park, car-nage and more
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 10
Race for LA’s new county executive post officially begins. It could be a historic battle
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath announced Monday she will run for county executive in 2028. A large field of ambitious candidates will quickly emerge.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
California Muslims gained a moment of hope and belonging after midterm election
For Muslims in California, the results of the midterms represent an opportunity to reclaim hope and reaffirm their place in the American story.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
How we classified nearly $900 million in contributions from individuals, companies and PACs
CalMatters analysis of campaign finance contributors helped uncover some of the major influences behind the propositions on Californians’ ballots this year.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
Race for LA’s new county executive post officially begins. It could be a historic battle
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath announced Monday she will run for county executive in 2028. A large field of ambitious candidates will quickly emerge.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
California Muslims gained a moment of hope and belonging after midterm election
For Muslims in California, the results of the midterms represent an opportunity to reclaim hope and reaffirm their place in the American story.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
How we classified nearly $900 million in contributions from individuals, companies and PACs
CalMatters analysis of campaign finance contributors helped uncover some of the major influences behind the propositions on Californians’ ballots this year.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
Midway Rises!
More than eight years ago, the city of San Diego, then led by former Mayor Kevin Faulconer, stopped signing new long-term leases with the businesses that rented land around the […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 9
California voters reject Prop. 40 billionaire tax
Billionaires spent $378 million to defeat Prop. 40, exposing a rift among California Democrats on taxing the rich.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
California voters reject Prop. 40 billionaire tax
Billionaires spent $378 million to defeat Prop. 40, exposing a rift among California Democrats on taxing the rich.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
This Week In Livable Streets
CicLAvia returns to Pasadena, Culver City mobility, Olympic Blvd. bus lanes, ESFV rail parking, and more
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 9
This Bipartisan Bill Could Make Data Centers Pay
The proposed bill could put onus on data centers – including the one proposed at NAVWAR – to pay for their own power and grid upgrades.
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 9
Blumenfield and Project Partners Cut Ribbon to Open New Caballero Creek River Park
Multiple city departments and state agencies collaborated to reclaim city land that “looked like a junkyard” turning it into a lush green park along the L.A. River in the West San Fernando Valley
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 9
Monday’s Headlines
Election news, ICE, BRT, bus lanes, HLA, MacArthur Park, car-nage, and more
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 9
Los Ángeles tuvo su peor año de mosquitos en esta década. El fenómeno de El Niño podría empeorar aún más la situación
California está registrando el mayor nivel de actividad del virus del Nilo Occidental en cinco años. El próximo año podría ser peor.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
Los Ángeles tuvo su peor año de mosquitos en esta década. El fenómeno de El Niño podría empeorar aún más la situación
California está registrando el mayor nivel de actividad del virus del Nilo Occidental en cinco años. El próximo año podría ser peor.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
‘Un dolor desgarrador’: Familiares de las víctimas indignados por la decisión de Newsom de conmutar penas de muerte en California
Las familias de las víctimas de presos condenados a muerte reaccionan ante la decisión del gobernador de California, Gavin Newsom, de conmutar sus sentencias por cadena perpetua.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
‘Un dolor desgarrador’: Familiares de las víctimas indignados por la decisión de Newsom de conmutar penas de muerte en California
Las familias de las víctimas de presos condenados a muerte reaccionan ante la decisión del gobernador de California, Gavin Newsom, de conmutar sus sentencias por cadena perpetua.
Reporting by CalMatters · Nov 9
National City’s New Era
The election last week of City Councilmember Jose Rodriguez as National City’s next mayor doesn’t just signal a changing of the guard. It’s a political 180. Rodriguez will replace long-serving […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 8
Tired of Election Coverage?
You must be getting tired of reading about election results, but there are still some races too close to call, so give us nerds a few more days to indulge. […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 7
The Mayor Isn’t Leaving
Martha Abraham has won a seat on the Council by ousting incumbent Councilmember Henry Foster. It is another stunning loss by an incumbent representing District 4 just eight years after […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 6
GOP Troubles Spread to Statehouse Races
Democrats are on track to control the state Legislature by historic margins.
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 6
Rodriguez Victory Signals New, Left-Leaning Era for National City
City Councilmember Jose Rodriguez won a hard-fought race for mayor. He vowed a sharp break from the limited-government philosophy of his long-serving predecessor, Mayor Ron Morrison.
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 6
VOSD Podcast: Vista, the Socialist Hotspot
On this week’s episode, the VOSD Podcast crew starts with the growth of San Diego’s Democratic Socialists chapter and a close mayor’s race in Vista. Then they look at the […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 6
VOSD Podcast: Vista, the Socialist Hotspot
On this week’s episode, the VOSD Podcast crew starts with the growth of San Diego’s Democratic Socialists chapter and a close mayor’s race in Vista. Then they look at the […]
Reporting by Voice of San Diego · Nov 6
Friday’s Headlines
A sobering arrest sends shockwaves across the city
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 6
L.A. City Measure HLA Improvements: Still Only 300 Feet, But It’s Complicated
According to official city data the only project that HLA required the city to install is a 300 foot of Reseda Boulevard bike lanes in Tarzana
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 5
Thursday’s Headlines
Election results, Olympics, WeHo Fountain Avenue, Vincent Thomas Bridge, Waymo, Culver City, car-nage, and more
Reporting by Streetsblog LA · Nov 5