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L.A. County government is creating a fund to help residents affected by recent wildfires, supporting immediate recovery needs like housing and childcare.

Many residents with disabilities can't flee fires on their own. Could a database help?

L.A. County plans to create a database for residents with disabilities to improve evacuations during wildfires.

17 food fundraisers in Los Angeles supporting wildfire relief efforts

The local food industry in L.A. is actively providing relief efforts for those affected by recent wildfires.

L.A. County to create fund for wildfire victims

L.A. County government is creating a fund to help residents affected by recent wildfires, supporting immediate recovery needs like housing and childcare.

Many residents with disabilities can't flee fires on their own. Could a database help?

L.A. County plans to create a database for residents with disabilities to improve evacuations during wildfires.

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#district-attorney

Advisor to L.A. County district attorney pleads not guilty to 11 felonies over use of sheriff's records

A top advisor to the LA County District Attorney pleaded not guilty after using confidential personnel records to track potentially problematic sheriff's deputies, sparking a legal clash.

Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman hires new special prosecutor for police misconduct

L.A. County hired special prosecutor Michael Gennaco to investigate police misconduct after firing predecessor Lawrence Middleton.

Advisor to L.A. County district attorney pleads not guilty to 11 felonies over use of sheriff's records

A top advisor to the LA County District Attorney pleaded not guilty after using confidential personnel records to track potentially problematic sheriff's deputies, sparking a legal clash.

Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman hires new special prosecutor for police misconduct

L.A. County hired special prosecutor Michael Gennaco to investigate police misconduct after firing predecessor Lawrence Middleton.

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#sheriffs-department

L.A. plans curfew, National Guard support to crack down on looting in fire-ravaged areas

L.A. County is increasing security in evacuated fire areas to prevent looting and protect residents.

Lancaster accuses county of $10-million "illegal profit" on Sheriff's Department contract

Lancaster sued LA County for overcharging on policing services.

L.A. plans curfew, National Guard support to crack down on looting in fire-ravaged areas

L.A. County is increasing security in evacuated fire areas to prevent looting and protect residents.

Lancaster accuses county of $10-million "illegal profit" on Sheriff's Department contract

Lancaster sued LA County for overcharging on policing services.

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#wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 26

A new wildfire named LAC-341704 has started in Los Angeles County, with the cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 20

A new wildfire named LAC-410824 was reported in Los Angeles County, with containment status and cause still undetermined.

Update: Paloma Fire in Los Angeles County - Dec. 26 status

The Paloma Fire in Los Angeles County is still burning with an indeterminate cause and containment status after five days.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 26

A new wildfire named LAC-341704 has started in Los Angeles County, with the cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 20

A new wildfire named LAC-410824 was reported in Los Angeles County, with containment status and cause still undetermined.

Update: Paloma Fire in Los Angeles County - Dec. 26 status

The Paloma Fire in Los Angeles County is still burning with an indeterminate cause and containment status after five days.

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L.A. County gives probation chief emergency powers in effort to avoid Los Padrinos closure

L.A. County is taking emergency measures to prevent the closure of Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall by giving new powers to the probation chief.

Editorial: Voters just passed L.A. County's most important government reform in decades

Measure G introduces transformative governance reforms for L.A. County, including an ethics commission, an elected county mayor, and expanded representation in the Board of Supervisors.

Latest bomb threat targets L.A. County Registrar's Norwalk headquarters

The L.A. County Registrar's headquarters received a bomb threat, part of a troubling trend of threats against electoral processes.

A New Yelp-Style Website Aims to Help Diners in LA Find and Rate Home-Based Restaurants

Homemade LA connects users with home food businesses as LA County allows home-based food sales.

#public-health

L.A. County reports first West Nile virus death this year

A San Fernando Valley resident is the first person in L.A. County to die from West Nile virus in 2024, highlighting serious health risks.

Mpox cases doubled in Los Angeles County over the past four months - LGBTQ Nation

Mpox cases have surged again in L.A. County, with a significant rise among unvaccinated individuals.

L.A. County reports first West Nile virus death this year

A San Fernando Valley resident is the first person in L.A. County to die from West Nile virus in 2024, highlighting serious health risks.

Mpox cases doubled in Los Angeles County over the past four months - LGBTQ Nation

Mpox cases have surged again in L.A. County, with a significant rise among unvaccinated individuals.

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Tens of thousands of L.A. County workers could go on strike Oct. 10, union announces

L.A. County union workers may strike due to alleged contract violations.

Union leaders claim the county is disrespecting labor agreements.

No More Excuses!' Newsom Rips LA County For Not Doing Enough While Personally Helping to Clear a Homeless Encampment

Newsom emphasizes urgency for cities and counties to address homeless encampments, leveraging recent Supreme Court decision.

#medical-debt

California county requires hospitals to report patient medical debt, as a way to reduce bills

Medical debt in L.A. County disproportionately affects low-income and minority communities, leading to ripple effects like food insecurity and limited access to future care.

L.A. County Aims to Eliminate Medical Debt for 150,000 Residents

L.A. County plans to forgive medical debt of its poorest residents, aiming to alleviate financial burdens and ensure access to necessary care.

California county requires hospitals to report patient medical debt, as a way to reduce bills

Medical debt in L.A. County disproportionately affects low-income and minority communities, leading to ripple effects like food insecurity and limited access to future care.

L.A. County Aims to Eliminate Medical Debt for 150,000 Residents

L.A. County plans to forgive medical debt of its poorest residents, aiming to alleviate financial burdens and ensure access to necessary care.

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Homeless Initiative awarded $51.5 million to assist 105 Freeway and river encampments

California awarded L.A. County $51.5 million grant to assist homeless along 105 Freeway and riverbeds for housing and services.

New law promises retail workers in unincorporated L.A. County 'fair workweek'

Workers in L.A. County's unincorporated areas will have more control over schedules starting July 2025, with advance notice, compensation for changes, and regulation of shift timing.

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In nick of time, L.A. County adds staff to keep juvenile halls open. Many are skeptical it'll last

L.A. County avoided juvenile hall shutdown by addressing staffing issues.

L.A. County settles PACE loan lawsuits; affected homeowners to receive millions

Los Angeles County settled for $12 million over home improvement lending program issues

The PACE program in LA County faced allegations of harming vulnerable homeowners

TRC Retail Pays $66M for La Canada Town Center

TRC Retail acquires La Canada Town Center for $66 million, paying $574 per square foot.

Retail property market in L.A. County is experiencing a decline, with reduced asset sales and leasing activity.

L.A. County probation officer accused of sex with jailed youth

A probation officer in Los Angeles County was arrested for having sex with a minor in a juvenile facility.

The officer, identified as Rafaela Martinez, faces charges including sex with an inmate, arranging a meeting with a minor for lewd purposes, and contraband possession.

Undecided in the L.A. D.A.'s race? Here's where candidates stand on key issues

More than half of voters undecided in LA County DA race. Challengers struggle to stand out. Strongest opinions on sentencing enhancements and death penalty.

L.A. County wants to cap rent hikes at 3%. Landlords say that would push them to sell

A proposal in L.A. County aims to limit rent hikes, with different percentages based on property types, to maintain housing affordability and support small landlords.

Christian lifeguard doesn't have to raise the Pride flag. But he objects to making subordinates do it

Evangelical Christian lifeguard in LA County receives partial concession to avoid hoisting Pride flag due to religious beliefs.

Doctors and dentists at L.A. County-run hospitals will get bonuses under tentative deal

Unionized doctors & dentists in L.A. County will receive cost-of-living increases and bonuses after disputes over benefits led to threats of a strike.

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Heavy mudslides and flooding shut down PCH, sweep vehicle and firefighter into ocean

San Gabriel Valley manse asking $23M tops LA luxe contracts

Buyers snap up homes in Long Beach faster than anywhere in LA County

San Gabriel Valley manse asking $23M tops LA luxe contracts

Buyers snap up homes in Long Beach faster than anywhere in LA County

'This is the home we have left': Fire victims face deadline to leave L.A. County RV park

17 food fundraisers in Los Angeles supporting wildfire relief efforts

L.A. County to create fund for wildfire victims

Many residents with disabilities can't flee fires on their own. Could a database help?

17 food fundraisers in Los Angeles supporting wildfire relief efforts

L.A. County to create fund for wildfire victims

Many residents with disabilities can't flee fires on their own. Could a database help?

Advisor to L.A. County district attorney pleads not guilty to 11 felonies over use of sheriff's records

Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman hires new special prosecutor for police misconduct

Advisor to L.A. County district attorney pleads not guilty to 11 felonies over use of sheriff's records

Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman hires new special prosecutor for police misconduct

L.A. plans curfew, National Guard support to crack down on looting in fire-ravaged areas

Lancaster accuses county of $10-million "illegal profit" on Sheriff's Department contract

L.A. plans curfew, National Guard support to crack down on looting in fire-ravaged areas

Lancaster accuses county of $10-million "illegal profit" on Sheriff's Department contract

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 26

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 20

Update: Paloma Fire in Los Angeles County - Dec. 26 status

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 26

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 20

Update: Paloma Fire in Los Angeles County - Dec. 26 status

L.A. County gives probation chief emergency powers in effort to avoid Los Padrinos closure

Editorial: Voters just passed L.A. County's most important government reform in decades

Latest bomb threat targets L.A. County Registrar's Norwalk headquarters

A New Yelp-Style Website Aims to Help Diners in LA Find and Rate Home-Based Restaurants

L.A. County reports first West Nile virus death this year

Mpox cases doubled in Los Angeles County over the past four months - LGBTQ Nation

L.A. County reports first West Nile virus death this year

Mpox cases doubled in Los Angeles County over the past four months - LGBTQ Nation

Tens of thousands of L.A. County workers could go on strike Oct. 10, union announces

No More Excuses!' Newsom Rips LA County For Not Doing Enough While Personally Helping to Clear a Homeless Encampment

California county requires hospitals to report patient medical debt, as a way to reduce bills

L.A. County Aims to Eliminate Medical Debt for 150,000 Residents

California county requires hospitals to report patient medical debt, as a way to reduce bills

L.A. County Aims to Eliminate Medical Debt for 150,000 Residents

Homeless Initiative awarded $51.5 million to assist 105 Freeway and river encampments

New law promises retail workers in unincorporated L.A. County 'fair workweek'

In nick of time, L.A. County adds staff to keep juvenile halls open. Many are skeptical it'll last

L.A. County settles PACE loan lawsuits; affected homeowners to receive millions

TRC Retail Pays $66M for La Canada Town Center

L.A. County probation officer accused of sex with jailed youth

Undecided in the L.A. D.A.'s race? Here's where candidates stand on key issues

L.A. County wants to cap rent hikes at 3%. Landlords say that would push them to sell

Christian lifeguard doesn't have to raise the Pride flag. But he objects to making subordinates do it

Doctors and dentists at L.A. County-run hospitals will get bonuses under tentative deal

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