Fearing loss of federal funds, L.A. reverses course, approves Van Nuys Airport leaseLos Angeles City Council approved a controversial helicopter lease to avoid losing federal funding, despite community protests and claims of unfair bidding.
Column: Kevin de Leon takes a page from Trump's playbook at Boyle Heights debateKevin de León's public image remains conflicted post-scandal, balancing efforts at community engagement against a backdrop of past political controversies.
Progressive Nithya Raman Wins Second Term on LA City CouncilProgressive Nithya Raman wins L.A. City Council seat without a runoff against realist Eric Weaver.Raman's win is attributed to voters rejecting heavy spending by Weaver and supportive unions.