Category: LA Politics
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Karen Bass In for November; Pratts One Step Away From Potential Runoff Karen Bass In for November; Pratts One Step Away From Potential Runoff
Cover Story June 3, 2026

Karen Bass In for November; Pratts One Step Away From Potential Runoff

After a tough first term framed by the most destructive wildfire in ... more

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Planned Gala Honor for LA Superintendent Draws Scrutiny Amid FBI Probe Planned Gala Honor for LA Superintendent Draws Scrutiny Amid FBI Probe
Education June 2, 2026

Planned Gala Honor for LA Superintendent Draws Scrutiny Amid FBI Probe

Families in Schools plans to recognize the LAUSD superintendent with its Courage ... more

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Managing Election Day Anxiety: How to Stay Calm Amid Uncertainty Managing Election Day Anxiety: How to Stay Calm Amid Uncertainty
LA Politics June 1, 2026

Managing Election Day Anxiety: How to Stay Calm Amid Uncertainty

From doomscrolling and nonstop news alerts to uncertainty about the future, Election ... more

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The Undecided Voter: Today’s Most Powerful Figure in California’s Primary Elections The Undecided Voter: Today’s Most Powerful Figure in California’s Primary Elections
LA Politics June 1, 2026

The Undecided Voter: Today’s Most Powerful Figure in California’s Primary Elections

Polls show undecided voters have sharply declined since March, but the remaining ... more

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Is L.A. Broken or Just Evolving? Los Angeles Faces Mounting Challenges, but Residents See More Than Crisis Is L.A. Broken or Just Evolving? Los Angeles Faces Mounting Challenges, but Residents See More Than Crisis
LA Politics May 31, 2026

Is L.A. Broken or Just Evolving? Los Angeles Faces Mounting Challenges, but Residents See More Than Crisis

A new quality-of-life survey reveals growing frustration over housing costs, public safety, ... more

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Los Angeles on Trial: Residents Complain, Politicians Promise, but Who Bears the Responsibility? Los Angeles on Trial: Residents Complain, Politicians Promise, but Who Bears the Responsibility?
LA Politics May 31, 2026

Los Angeles on Trial: Residents Complain, Politicians Promise, but Who Bears the Responsibility?

As Los Angeles faces housing shortages, homelessness, public safety concerns, and economic ... more

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Raman Hit With Major Blow as Allies Choose Bass Raman Hit With Major Blow as Allies Choose Bass
Cover Story May 19, 2026

Raman Hit With Major Blow as Allies Choose Bass

The split inside Los Angeles’ progressive City Council bloc is exposing tensions ... more

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Latinos Could Decide the Los Angeles Election, but Will They Vote? Latinos Could Decide the Los Angeles Election, but Will They Vote?
LA Politics May 18, 2026

Latinos Could Decide the Los Angeles Election, but Will They Vote?

Polls show Karen Bass with a clear advantage among Latino voters, but ... more

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Is Donald Trump Considering Endorsing Spencer Pratt for L.A. Mayor? Sources Say Yes. Is Donald Trump Considering Endorsing Spencer Pratt for L.A. Mayor? Sources Say Yes.
LA Politics May 16, 2026

Is Donald Trump Considering Endorsing Spencer Pratt for L.A. Mayor? Sources Say Yes.

A new report claims President Donald Trump is considering backing reality television ... more

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Thousands Line Up for Food in Los Angeles Amid Rising Inflation and CalFresh Cuts Thousands Line Up for Food in Los Angeles Amid Rising Inflation and CalFresh Cuts
Economy May 14, 2026

Thousands Line Up for Food in Los Angeles Amid Rising Inflation and CalFresh Cuts

Massive food giveaway lines in Los Angeles are exposing growing economic strain ... more

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The Crisis That Could Cost Xavier Becerra the California Governorship The Crisis That Could Cost Xavier Becerra the California Governorship
California May 14, 2026

The Crisis That Could Cost Xavier Becerra the California Governorship

As Xavier Becerra gains momentum in California’s governor race, renewed attention on ... more

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LA County Draws the Line: Stronger ICE Limits at Hospitals LA County Draws the Line: Stronger ICE Limits at Hospitals
Immigration May 13, 2026

LA County Draws the Line: Stronger ICE Limits at Hospitals

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion Tuesday that ... more

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Los Angeles crushed by cost crisis—residents now spend 38.1% of income just on food and housing Los Angeles crushed by cost crisis—residents now spend 38.1% of income just on food and housing
Economy May 11, 2026

Los Angeles crushed by cost crisis—residents now spend 38.1% of income just on food and housing

Los Angeles remains one of America’s most expensive cities, but Latino households ... more

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Crime Is Falling in Los Angeles. Why Many Latino Families Still Do Not Feel Safe Crime Is Falling in Los Angeles. Why Many Latino Families Still Do Not Feel Safe
Crime May 11, 2026

Crime Is Falling in Los Angeles. Why Many Latino Families Still Do Not Feel Safe

New crime data shows fewer homicides and robberies in Los Angeles, but ... more

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LAUSD Under Fire Amid Federal Investigation and Mounting Crises LAUSD Under Fire Amid Federal Investigation and Mounting Crises
Education May 5, 2026

LAUSD Under Fire Amid Federal Investigation and Mounting Crises

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating LAUSD over alleged mishandling of ... more

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LA County Fair Opens: Are “ICE-Free Zones” on County Property Really Safe? LA County Fair Opens: Are “ICE-Free Zones” on County Property Really Safe?
Immigration May 3, 2026

LA County Fair Opens: Are “ICE-Free Zones” on County Property Really Safe?

The Los Angeles County Fair returns to Pomona with rides, food, and ... more

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LAPD’s Drone Surveillance at “No Kings” Protest LAPD’s Drone Surveillance at “No Kings” Protest
Justice April 30, 2026

LAPD’s Drone Surveillance at “No Kings” Protest

Records indicate LAPD drones meant for emergency response were deployed over protests ... more

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Nearly 1 Million Undocumented Immigrants Live in L.A.: Councilman Pushes Voting Rights Proposal Nearly 1 Million Undocumented Immigrants Live in L.A.: Councilman Pushes Voting Rights Proposal
Immigration April 30, 2026

Nearly 1 Million Undocumented Immigrants Live in L.A.: Councilman Pushes Voting Rights Proposal

Donald Trump wants to deport them, and Councilman Hugo Soto-Martínez wants to ... more

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