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California says 6,500 homes near shuttered Exide plant are 'clean.' But soil samples raise questions

The former Exide facility in Vernon spewed toxic dust for decades as it melted down lead-acid car batteries for recycling. Its operations released lead dust across Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles, Commerce and Maywood while the state allowed the plant to operate for decades with a temporary permit.

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LAist

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LA schools at the forefront of falling public school enrollment

School enrollment was already expected to plunge by 2 million kids by 2030.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

whatnow.com

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A Nearly Century-Old Nonprofit Plans More Than 100 Layoffs in Los Angeles County

JVS SoCal plans to lay off 106 employees across four Los Angeles County locations, according to California WARN notices. JVS SoCal was first established in 1931 during the Great Depression as a small employment service in downtown Los Angeles that assisted Jewish job seekers who were subjected to prejudice at work. On January 1, 2018, the charity, which was formerly known as Jewish Vocational Service, changed its name to JVS SoCal to better represent its wider dedication to helping Southern California communities.

Los Angeles County, CA · 1d
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NBC Los Angeles

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LA voters approve Measure FD, adding half-cent to sales tax

Despite the high cost of living and inflation, Los Angeles voters approved Measure FD, which will raise the city's sales tax by a half-cent to fund the Los Angeles Fire Department, NBC Los Angeles projected Thursday. Among over 802,000 ballots counted, 53% voted in favor of the measure, compared with...

Los Angeles, CA · 2d
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The Santa Clarita Valley Signal

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Audit panel has ‘scathing’ critique of county Public Health

The California Legislature’s Joint Legislative Audit Committee shared a “scathing” review of the L.A. County Department of Public Health’s response to Chiquita Canyon Landfill crisis last week, during an hourslong […] The post Audit panel has ‘scathing’ critique of county Public Health appeared first on Santa Clarita Valley Signal .

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

Voice of OC

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Brea Residents Sue City Leaders Over Public Records From Costco Tax-Sharing Deal

This is a community opinion piece. The views are the author’s, not Voice of OC’s. We’re interested in hearing different perspectives and voices. Want to weigh in on this or another issue? Email opinions@voiceofoc.org. The following is a press release from an organization unaffiliated with Voice of...

Brea, CA · 1d

altadena-now.com

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Harabedian Leads Assembly District 41 Race by Wide Margin as Campaign Declares Victory

Pasadena Democrat appears headed for second term as election returns show strong support following first-term work on wildfire recovery and state legislation. Democratic Assemblymember John Harabedian appeared headed for a second term representing Pasadena and surrounding communities Wednesday, as preliminary election results showed him holding a substantial lead over Republican challenger Adam Christopher Vena in California’s 41st Assembly District.

Pasadena, CA · 2d

hoodline.com

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Pomona Incumbent Victor Preciado Trails Jacky Elizalde in District 2 Rematch

Eight-year Pomona City Councilmember Victor Preciado is trailing nonprofit director Jacky Elizalde as votes are counted in the city's District 2 race, with early returns showing Elizalde near 54% of the vote to Preciado's just over 46%. The District 2 contest was the only City Council race on Pomona's ballot following Tuesday's election.

Pomona, CA · 2d

portoflosangeles.org

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PORT OF LOS ANGELES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GENE SEROKA RECEIVES DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS AWARD FROM LSU NEW ORLEANS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Nov. 6, 2026 – Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka received the Henry Bernstein College of Business Distinguished Alumni Award Thursday from LSU New Orleans. The award was presented at the university’s annual Homer L. Hitt Distinguished Alumni Gala, which recognizes graduates for outstanding achievements, leadership and service to their professions, communities and the university.

New Orleans, LA · 1d

ggcity.org

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Garden Grove Housing Authority Seeks Public Input on Local Rent Prices

The Garden Grove Housing Authority, in partnership with the Orange County, Anaheim and Santa Ana housing authorities, is inviting renters to participate in a survey about local rent prices. Responses will help inform updates to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Market Rents. Orange County renters...

Garden Grove, CA · 1d

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Inflation continues to rise in Santa Monica

In Santa Monica, inflation rates have increased by 3.7% over the last year and a monthly rate of 0.5% in September. Along with the significant increase in inflation, Los Angeles has brought a rise in sales tax from 9.75% to 10.25%. The Essential Services Restoration Act came into effect on...

Santa Monica, CA · 1d

LAist

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Early results show LA, OC voters approving dozens of sales taxes and new fees

Sales tax measures and new hotel taxes are proving to be popular with voters in Los Angeles and Orange county cities.

South Gate, CA · 2d

stunewsnewport.com

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Central Library walls to shimmer with

The Cultural Arts Division of the Newport Beach Public Library will feature the works of multi-media artist Kathy Kehoe Bambeck themed Gilded Art, on display at Central Library from November 24 through January 14, 2027. A 34-year resident of Balboa, Kehoe Bambeck will exhibit 15-20 framed original multi-media paintings, all...

Newport Beach, CA · 1d

foxla.com

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Massive crowd shows up for LAHSA housing event

Hundreds of people in need of housing converged on the Mayfair Hotel in Westlake after false information circulated on social media. The Los Angeles Police Department responded to the scene for crowd control as officials worked to redirect those seeking assistance.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

citywatchla.com

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Nithya’s Budget Buzz Saw

LA WATCHDOG - Nithya Raman, our new mayor, will inherit a budget that is a river of red ink. According to the First Financial Status Report for the first quarter ending September 30, the City is anticipating over expenditures of $322 million for the fiscal year. The major culprits are the Fire Department ($141 million), liability claims ($62 million), and the City Attorney’s office ($34 million).

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

NBC Los Angeles

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Brush fire burning in rural community near Lancaster

Los Angeles County firefighters battled a brush fire that broke out in the rural community of Fairmont in the Antelope Valley Wednesday. After receiving a call about the blaze at 11:20 a.m., fire crews arrived at the scene on West Lancaster Road near North 215th Street in Fairmont, west of Lancaster, within 20 minutes, according to the LA County Fire Department.

Los Angeles County, CA · 3d

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Rodeo Drive sparkles for 50th anniversary

The annual Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration will return on Nov. 19 from 5-8 p.m., kicking off the holiday season in Beverly Hills with live music, dance, fireworks and the illumination of the street’s holiday displays. This year’s event, themed “50 Years of Brilliance,” will also commemorate the 50th...

Beverly Hills, CA · 2d

KHTS FM 98.1 & AM 1220

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Today In SCV History: November 5, 1913 – Grand Opening Of Los Angeles Aqueduct

On Nov.5, 1913, California unveiled its most ambitious engineering project to date: the Los Angeles Aqueduct. Millions of gallons of water from the Owens Valley cascaded down the Newhall Pass into the newly built Van Norman Reservoir, forever transforming Los Angeles and the Santa Clarita region. Los Angeles had rapidly outgrown its origins as the ...

Santa Clarita, CA · 2d

The LA Local

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Caltrans says 2 video billboard structures are violating state law and may need to come down

The transportation agency identified four digital billboard signs on the two structures along the 405 as violating the state’s Outdoor Advertising Act. The post Caltrans says 2 video billboard structures are violating state law and may need to come down appeared first on LA Local .

Inglewood, CA · 2d