L.A. City Council votes to identify $460,000 for public bank study amid budget concerns

The Los Angeles City Council voted 11-3 to identify $460,000 for a feasibility study on establishing a city-owned public bank. Supporters say a public bank could help finance affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure while keeping more money local.

City-run bank study passes LA City Council
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The Los Angeles City Council voted 11-3 to identify $460,000 for a feasibility study on establishing a city-owned public bank. Supporters say a public bank could help finance affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure while keeping more money local.

One of 11 arrested in California voter fraud crackdown speaks out

Omar Muñoz, a lawful permanent resident, denies registering to vote or casting ballots despite facing federal charges.

Journalist attacked after 'No Kings' protest
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A social media content creator and journalist was attacked at the end of a "No Kings" protest in Los Angeles over the weekend.

Family questions $10,000 LADWP water bill after hydrant repairs

Joshua Ward received a $10,000 water bill despite using the least water during the winter. Ward believes the unusually high bill may be connected to nearby hydrant repairs.

Serial rapist, Max Factor heir Andrew Luster released 20 years into 124-year sentence

Convicted serial rapist and cosmetics heir Andrew Luster has been released from prison after serving 20 years of a reduced sentence, triggering outrage from Glendora officials and local lawmakers.

LADWP employee, 3 others charged in yearlong graffiti spree targeting iconic LA buildings

Four men, including an LADWP employee, are facing felony charges after allegedly scaling iconic Los Angeles buildings, filming their graffiti with drones, and selling merchandise to monetize the damage.

Palisades wildfire readiness questioned
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A Brentwood brush fire and dangerous Santa Ana winds have raised concerns about wildfire preparedness across Los Angeles. The Pacific Palisades remains reliant on a roughly six-mile hose line while the Santa Ynez Reservoir is offline for repairs.

Nithya Raman says she'd replace LAPD chief if she beats Karen Bass in LA mayoral race

Nithya Raman said she would seek to replace LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell if elected mayor. Karen Bass criticized Raman’s experience and defended the LAPD’s handling of public safety and crime data.

Santa Ana winds drawing red flag warning
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The red flag warning takes into effect on Thursday as the Santa Ana winds return to the area.

Man sentenced to over 200 years to life in fatal Silver Lake Trader Joe's shootout

Gene Evin Atkins received a sentence of over 200 years to life in prison following his conviction for a 2018 LAPD standoff that resulted in the death of Melyda Corado.

LA County to take 2 homeless services
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Los Angeles County will take over key administrative functions for regional homelessness programs after a 331-9 vote amid scrutiny of LAHSA. The county’s designation as the collaborative applicant could affect federal funding and housing services for more than 11,000 people.

List: SoCal 'No Kings' protest locations for Oct. 17

Organizers across Southern California are hosting localized "No Kings: Vote Early" nonpartisan events on Oct. 17 to encourage early voting.