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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).

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The LA Local

Roy wins LA city attorney’s race

Roy, backed by powerful progressives like U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, has vowed to take on the Trump administration in court. The post Roy wins LA city attorney’s race appeared first on LA Local .

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The Hill

LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis wins open California House seat

Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis (D) is projected to win the seat to lead California’s 38th Congressional District, drawn up after Golden State voters passed the state’s redistricting ballot measure last year, according to preliminary results from Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Solis defeated Republican Pedro Casas as the two sought to lead a district…

California · 3d

The LA Local

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Angela Gonzales-Torres defeats Jimmy Gomez in 34th Congressional District race

The campaign echoed many of the points being debated across the city, like affordability and challenges to homeownership, and included pressing issues unique to the district, like what will come in the aftermath of the Lineage fire crisis. The post Angela Gonzales-Torres defeats Jimmy Gomez in 34th Congressional District race appeared first on LA Local .

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LAist

The Vincent Thomas Bridge closes for 16 months on Saturday. They’re calling it ‘Harborgeddon’

Locals say they’re planning for longer commutes and clogged truck traffic. They hope small businesses won’t lose their customers.

Long Beach, CA · 1d

lasportsreport.com

Things to Do in LA Nov. 6-8: Día de los Muertos Celebration, Fall Brewery Artwalk

We hope your post-election weekend is off to an incredible start, Los Angeles!. We’ve rounded up the coolest events happening across the city over the next few days to help you unwind and make the most of your time off. 53rd Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration. When:...

Los Angeles, CA · 19h

celebnmusic247.com

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SoCal Concert Lineup: November 6–12

Deftones turn Petco Park into a festival, Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean celebrate 30 years of The Score under the Hollywood Bowl shell, Don Omar opens and Smashing Pumpkins close a huge Kia Forum week, Ricky Martin plays Temecula and Miranda Lambert closes Highland — and Palm Springs Pride fills the desert streets all weekend.

Los Angeles County, CA · 1d

LAist

LA County courts are making it easier to request recordings of some hearings

People in certain cases can now ask for an official audio record of their hearing if there's no official court reporter and they can't afford a private one.

Los Angeles County, CA · 2d

Los Angeles Times

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Inglewood, Rams owner declare victory amid split in early billboard, tax election results

SoFi Stadium owner Stan Kroenke and other Hollywood Park venue operators may avoid a ticket tax change, but their push to remove billboard ads is failing.

Inglewood, CA · 3d

KTLA

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16-month Vincent Thomas Bridge closure begins this weekend in San Pedro

A $750 million bridge rehabilitation project that will shut down the Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro for at least 16 months is set to begin this weekend. The bridge, which is part of State Route 47, serves about 53,000 vehicles a day and provides a key route between San Pedro and Terminal Island, with […]

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CBS LA

Inglewood mayoral race appears to be headed to runoff election

Councilmember Gloria Gray has a slight lead over longtime incumbent James Butts in the Inglewood mayoral race.

Inglewood, CA · 2d

beverlypress.com

Groundbreaking marks start of transformation at La Brea Tar Pits

The Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County held a groundbreaking ceremony on Oct. 29 for the La Brea Tar Pits reimaging project, which is transforming the 13-acre campus on Wilshire Boulevard’s Museum Row. The Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County is spearheading the project and announced that...

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Backyard Garden Lover

LA Tenants Say They're Losing Parking to New ADUs—Now There's a Lawsuit

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have recently been celebrated as the perfect solution to the housing crisis. Homeowners across the country have been considering these types of “small houses” for their properties, allowing them to get more space for anything from in-law suites to she-sheds. The support behind ADUs is so great that California passed a...

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CBS LA

MacArthur Park expected to get 8-foot fence amid public safety concerns

The fence is part of a larger plan to increase safety and accessibility at MacArthur Park.

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The LA Local

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 · 1d

EURweb

Earl Ofari Hutchinson Returns to KPFK 90.7 FM with Hard Hitting Live Call-in Show

"The Hutchinson Report" relaunched November 3, bringing listener-driven political debate back to Los Angeles public radio. Veteran political commentator Earl Ofari Hutchinson is back on Los Angeles public radio, and he’s bringing the audience into the conversation. “The Hutchinson Report” officially relaunched Tuesday, November 3, on KPFK-Pacifica Radio (90.7...

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Los Angeles Times

Public transit issues expected to be high priority under Raman administration

Raman prioritized public transit, safe streets and infrastructure projects during her campaign. The mayor-elect has also pledged to get the troubled LAX people mover back on track.

Los Angeles, CA · 17h

scvnews.com

Dec. 5: A Little Holiday Magic Returns to Castaic Lake This December

Some of the best holiday memories are the simplest ones watching kids play in the snow, visiting Santa, or watching the lake light up with beautifully decorated boats. For 31 years, Winter Magic has been bringing these special moments to families throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, and Friends of Castaic Lake is excited to do it again this December.

Castaic, CA · 2d

lamag.com

Here Are the State and Local Races That Have Been Called So Far

The AP is in the process of officially calling election results across the country. While many important elections, such as the Los Angeles mayoral race, are still to be called, here’s what the AP has officially declared so far. Robert Luna has once again defeated Alex Villanueva for the...