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How Taxpayers Are Helping Health Insurers Make Even Bigger Profits

Health insurers promise to control medical costs for local governments, but their fees often lead to budget overruns.
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Austin's previously secret 'G-files' on police misconduct are now public. Here's what that means. - Austin Monitor

Austin's police misconduct files, known as 'G-files', are now public, enhancing transparency and accountability after a lengthy legal and political struggle.

The Foilies 2024

Transparency in government is essential for accountability and can be enforced through public record requests.
The Foilies highlight violations of government transparency laws during Sunshine Week.

Austin's previously secret 'G-files' on police misconduct are now public. Here's what that means. - Austin Monitor

Austin's police misconduct files, known as 'G-files', are now public, enhancing transparency and accountability after a lengthy legal and political struggle.

The Foilies 2024

Transparency in government is essential for accountability and can be enforced through public record requests.
The Foilies highlight violations of government transparency laws during Sunshine Week.
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S.F. mayor, city attorney broke law by deleting texts, task force says

San Francisco's Sunshine Ordinance Task Force found Mayor London Breed and City Attorney David Chiu violated public records law by deleting official text messages.
from Ars Technica
1 month ago

Systems used by courts and governments across the US riddled with vulnerabilities

Public records systems used for voter registration and legal filings are vulnerable to critical security flaws that can be easily exploited. This poses risks to democracy.

Network of Georgia election officials strategizing to undermine 2024 result

Coordinated efforts among Georgia election officials reveal a strategy to promote election denial before elections take place.
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Puppy pipeline: How we reported the story

The Times' investigation reveals the opaque practices surrounding dog importation to California, tracking 88,000 dogs since 2018.

Spotty redactions and public records reveal names of deputies in case against DA advisor

California AG Rob Bonta is attempting to keep deputies' names secret despite serious allegations highlighted in public court records.

San Jose lawsuit sparks legislation to bolster government transparency - San Jose Spotlight

State Sen. Dave Cortese has introduced a bill that would require public officials in California to forward communications on personal accounts and devices related to public business to an official channel.
The bill aims to ensure there is a record of these messages that can be accessed and released when requested, promoting transparency and integrity in government.

Puppy pipeline: How we reported the story

The Times' investigation reveals the opaque practices surrounding dog importation to California, tracking 88,000 dogs since 2018.

Spotty redactions and public records reveal names of deputies in case against DA advisor

California AG Rob Bonta is attempting to keep deputies' names secret despite serious allegations highlighted in public court records.

San Jose lawsuit sparks legislation to bolster government transparency - San Jose Spotlight

State Sen. Dave Cortese has introduced a bill that would require public officials in California to forward communications on personal accounts and devices related to public business to an official channel.
The bill aims to ensure there is a record of these messages that can be accessed and released when requested, promoting transparency and integrity in government.
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Miami Beach apologizes for posting docs with sensitive info. How long were they public?

Miami Beach removed unredacted personal information from documents after a resident flagged the issue, prompting an investigation into the exposure of sensitive data.

State court rules Austin must release files on police complaints. Here's what that means. - Austin Monitor

Austin police are required to release officer complaint records to the civilian-led Office of Police Oversight, affirming transparency in policing matters.

Sasse's UF GOP hires racked up hundreds of thousands of dollars in travel costs

Ben Sasse's hiring of Republican operatives at UF resulted in excessive travel expenses despite their remote work arrangement.

AI can help FOIA offices combat onslaught of bot-powered requests, report says

AI-driven bots are overwhelming FOIA offices with requests, complicating an already challenging process made worse by staff reductions.

How to Use TruthFinder to Reconnect: Look Up Phone Numbers, Email Addresses, and Social Media

TruthFinder helps users reconnect with individuals by aggregating public data into detailed reports, overcoming the challenges of lost contact information.

Oregon governor's staffers raised concerns about role of first lady before exits

Concerns raised over Governor's aide favor for first lady's friend.
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UK ministers under scrutiny for failure to publish Treasury spending details

Treasury ministers appear to have broken government guidelines by failing to publish details of their department's spending for several months, and in some cases more than two years.Public records show the Treasury is the worst department in Whitehall for publishing key data on what its officials are spending public funds on, despite its role overseeing spending across government.

An Aggressive Passive Push for a Brooklyn Brownstone

This article is part of our Design special section about making the environment a creative partner in the design of beautiful homes.When Hope Reeves and Martin Walker bought an 1899 brownstone in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, five years ago, they knew it was going to require a lot of work to meet their ambitions for a smartly functional and stylish home to share with their three sons.

The cost of buying a Beacon Hill condo versus renting a Beacon Hill Apartment

Wondering if you should continue renting a Beacon Hill apartment or if you should buy a home this year?If so, consider this.Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years.That's because, historically, rents trend up over time.Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988.

Disney blocked DeSantis's oversight board. What happens next?

An entranceway to Walt Disney World pictured on Feb. 08 in Orlando, Florida.Disney quietly blocked a move by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to strip the company of its control over a special taxing district.Joe Raedle/Getty Images Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, Walt Disney World and a special tax district are once again making headlines, but this time, it's with a new cast member: England's King Charles III.

Fact check: Trump falsely claims Presidential Records Act requires prolonged 'talk, talk, talk' over returning documents | CNN Politics

Former president and current presidential candidate Donald Trump continues to inaccurately describe the Presidential Records Act.In a Fox interview that aired on Monday, Trump criticized the FBI for searching his Mar-a-Lago resort in August for presidential documents and argued he should have been allowed to engage in further discussions with the government over these records.

Opinion: Don't cut back on professional support services

The old saying that "the devil's in the details" can be applied to many different circumstances.And it's undeniable that the title and settlement services industry is, at its very core, about close attention to the little things.After all, title insurance is only issued after the public records are thoroughly scrutinized.

UK ministers under scrutiny for failure to publish Treasury spending details

Treasury ministers appear to have broken government guidelines by failing to publish details of their department's spending for several months, and in some cases more than two years.Public records show the Treasury is the worst department in Whitehall for publishing key data on what its officials are spending public funds on, despite its role overseeing spending across government.

An Aggressive Passive Push for a Brooklyn Brownstone

This article is part of our Design special section about making the environment a creative partner in the design of beautiful homes.When Hope Reeves and Martin Walker bought an 1899 brownstone in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, five years ago, they knew it was going to require a lot of work to meet their ambitions for a smartly functional and stylish home to share with their three sons.

The cost of buying a Beacon Hill condo versus renting a Beacon Hill Apartment

Wondering if you should continue renting a Beacon Hill apartment or if you should buy a home this year?If so, consider this.Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years.That's because, historically, rents trend up over time.Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988.

Disney blocked DeSantis's oversight board. What happens next?

An entranceway to Walt Disney World pictured on Feb. 08 in Orlando, Florida.Disney quietly blocked a move by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to strip the company of its control over a special taxing district.Joe Raedle/Getty Images Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, Walt Disney World and a special tax district are once again making headlines, but this time, it's with a new cast member: England's King Charles III.

Fact check: Trump falsely claims Presidential Records Act requires prolonged 'talk, talk, talk' over returning documents | CNN Politics

Former president and current presidential candidate Donald Trump continues to inaccurately describe the Presidential Records Act.In a Fox interview that aired on Monday, Trump criticized the FBI for searching his Mar-a-Lago resort in August for presidential documents and argued he should have been allowed to engage in further discussions with the government over these records.

Opinion: Don't cut back on professional support services

The old saying that "the devil's in the details" can be applied to many different circumstances.And it's undeniable that the title and settlement services industry is, at its very core, about close attention to the little things.After all, title insurance is only issued after the public records are thoroughly scrutinized.
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Seaport Apartment Rental Agent Goes Speed-dating Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

© 2023 MLS Property Information Network, Inc. (MLSPIN).All rights reserved.The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third-party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

Seaport Apartment Rental Agent Flight To Chicago (short Story) Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

© 2023 MLS Property Information Network, Inc. (MLSPIN).All rights reserved.The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third-party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

Pending Sales Stats For Boston Downtown Condos In 2023 Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Pending sales stats for Boston Downtown condos
March pending-home sales slid 5.2% from February as housing inventory continued to fall short of homebuyer demand, the National Association of REALTORS® reported.Year over year, pending sales were down 23.2%, NAR said, citing its Pending Home Sales Index.

Boston Waterfront Condos Sales Data - Last 30 Days Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

© 2023 MLS Property Information Network, Inc. (MLSPIN).All rights reserved.The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third-party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

LAPD police union sues Chief Moore, wants images of undercover officers taken offline

(Patrick T. Fallon/For The Times)

The union representing Los Angeles police rank and file sued Chief Michel Moore on Tuesday to force the department to stop making officers' photos public and to claw back images of undercover officers given out under the state's public records law.The lawsuit follows more than a week of controversy, after the LAPD released the names, photographs and other identifying information of more than 9,300 officers to a watchdog group that posted them on its website.

'Killer cop' Twitter account suspended after LAPD union sues its owner

(Patrick T. Fallon/For The Times)

Twitter has suspended the social media account of an anti-police website for violating its rules against inciting violence after a union for Los Angeles police sued the owner of the website that offers a "bounty" for the killing of police officers.The Twitter account @killercop1984 was suspended after the Los Angeles Police Protective League last week sued the owner of the "killer cop" website, accusing him of publishing their photos on his website and putting out a "bounty" on them.

Seaport Apartment Rental Agent Goes Speed-dating Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

© 2023 MLS Property Information Network, Inc. (MLSPIN).All rights reserved.The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third-party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

Seaport Apartment Rental Agent Flight To Chicago (short Story) Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

© 2023 MLS Property Information Network, Inc. (MLSPIN).All rights reserved.The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third-party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

Pending Sales Stats For Boston Downtown Condos In 2023 Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Pending sales stats for Boston Downtown condos
March pending-home sales slid 5.2% from February as housing inventory continued to fall short of homebuyer demand, the National Association of REALTORS® reported.Year over year, pending sales were down 23.2%, NAR said, citing its Pending Home Sales Index.

Boston Waterfront Condos Sales Data - Last 30 Days Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

© 2023 MLS Property Information Network, Inc. (MLSPIN).All rights reserved.The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third-party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc.

LAPD police union sues Chief Moore, wants images of undercover officers taken offline

(Patrick T. Fallon/For The Times)

The union representing Los Angeles police rank and file sued Chief Michel Moore on Tuesday to force the department to stop making officers' photos public and to claw back images of undercover officers given out under the state's public records law.The lawsuit follows more than a week of controversy, after the LAPD released the names, photographs and other identifying information of more than 9,300 officers to a watchdog group that posted them on its website.

'Killer cop' Twitter account suspended after LAPD union sues its owner

(Patrick T. Fallon/For The Times)

Twitter has suspended the social media account of an anti-police website for violating its rules against inciting violence after a union for Los Angeles police sued the owner of the website that offers a "bounty" for the killing of police officers.The Twitter account @killercop1984 was suspended after the Los Angeles Police Protective League last week sued the owner of the "killer cop" website, accusing him of publishing their photos on his website and putting out a "bounty" on them.
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'White House Plumbers' Trailer: Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux Protect Nixon's Presidency

The Emmy-winning creators behind "Veep" return to the White House with another scandalous satire based on true events around the Pentagon Papers.Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux are ready to fix political leaks.The duo star as real-life former CIA and FBI agents who were hired by the Nixon presidency to investigate the Pentagon Papers leak in upcoming HBO limited series " White House Plumbers."
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That's a Lie!' Bernie Sanders Goes OFF on Republican Senator's Right-Wing Internet' Claims About His Net Worth

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) took aim at GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) on Wednesday after Mullin accused the self-proclaimed democratic socialist of making millions of dollars in the free market economy a common jab at Sanders from the right.Mullin went after Sanders during a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee hearing in which Sanders grilled former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz over the company's union-busting efforts.

Pearla Breaks Down Debut Album Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming Track by Track: Exclusive

Track by Track is a recurring feature series in which artists share the story behind every song on their latest release.Today, Pearla breaks down her new album, Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming.Brooklyn-based artist Pearla (born Nicole Rodriguez) has released her debut album, Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming today, February 10th, via Spacebomb Records.

That's a Lie!' Bernie Sanders Goes OFF on Republican Senator's Right-Wing Internet' Claims About His Net Worth

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) took aim at GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) on Wednesday after Mullin accused the self-proclaimed democratic socialist of making millions of dollars in the free market economy a common jab at Sanders from the right.Mullin went after Sanders during a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee hearing in which Sanders grilled former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz over the company's union-busting efforts.

Pearla Breaks Down Debut Album Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming Track by Track: Exclusive

Track by Track is a recurring feature series in which artists share the story behind every song on their latest release.Today, Pearla breaks down her new album, Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming.Brooklyn-based artist Pearla (born Nicole Rodriguez) has released her debut album, Oh Glistening Onion, The Nighttime Is Coming today, February 10th, via Spacebomb Records.
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Powerball jackpot winner drops $4 million on California home, his second luxury real estate buy

California's first lottery billionaire has dropped $3.983 million on a Japanese-inspired home in Altadena.The property is on a corner two-third-acre lot, slightly over three miles from Joe's Service Center, the Mobil gas station on Woodbury Road and Fair Oaks Avenue, where Edwin Castro purchased his winning ticket.

Locals Nix Design for Infill Housing in Bedford Historic District

A community group has rejected a proposal for new infill housing on one of the finest landmarked blocks in Bedford Stuyvesant, part of the Bedford Historic District.The proposed design for 162 Hancock Street shows a four-story brick building with brown trim.The height of the building, the size of its windows, and high stoop match that of the 19th century buildings on the block.
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More rain means more car-damaging potholes. Here's how to get repaid

(Daniel Miller / Los Angeles Times)

There are more than 7,500 miles of streets in the city of Los Angeles.Just imagine how many potholes they'll have after a few more days of heavy rain.Driving over a pothole can damage a tire, wheel rim or axle; if the impact is severe enough, it can affect the vehicle's suspension, undercarriage, body or even its frame.

Do you live near the old Exide lead-acid battery smelter? Check your property's cleanup status

Six years ago, state officials embarked on the largest environmental cleanup in California's history, a sweeping effort to remove lead-contaminated soil from the yards of thousands of properties near a shuttered battery recycling plant in southeast Los Angeles County.For nearly a century, a succession of companies, most recently Exide Technologies, melted lead-acid car batteries at the Vernon plant.

More rain means more car-damaging potholes. Here's how to get repaid

(Daniel Miller / Los Angeles Times)

There are more than 7,500 miles of streets in the city of Los Angeles.Just imagine how many potholes they'll have after a few more days of heavy rain.Driving over a pothole can damage a tire, wheel rim or axle; if the impact is severe enough, it can affect the vehicle's suspension, undercarriage, body or even its frame.

Do you live near the old Exide lead-acid battery smelter? Check your property's cleanup status

Six years ago, state officials embarked on the largest environmental cleanup in California's history, a sweeping effort to remove lead-contaminated soil from the yards of thousands of properties near a shuttered battery recycling plant in southeast Los Angeles County.For nearly a century, a succession of companies, most recently Exide Technologies, melted lead-acid car batteries at the Vernon plant.
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California Powerball winner buys 2nd multimillion-dollar home - this one in Altadena

The winner of the $2-billion Powerball jackpot bought his second multimillion-dollar home in recent weeks, dropping $3.98 million on an Altadena house not far from where he purchased his life-changing lottery ticket.Edwin Castro, who came forward last month as California Lottery's first billionaire winner, closed on the Altadena home not long after purchasing a $25.5-million home in Hollywood Hills.

Beverage and food distributor buys big Richmond industrial center

Elevated view of Richmond Distribution Center 3, a warehouse, industrial and logistics complex at 500 Pittsburg Avenue in Richmond.RICHMOND A beverage and food distribution titan with a global reach has bought a huge Richmond industrial center for more than $100 million in a real estate deal that could bring more jobs to the East Bay.

Grand jury to examine fatal shooting involving Torrance cops tied to racist text scandal

The Los Angeles County district attorney's office has convened a grand jury to consider criminal charges against two ex-Torrance police officers linked to a racist texting scandal who shot and killed a Black man in 2018, according to documents reviewed by The Times.The grand jury is expected to meet Tuesday to begin hearing evidence in connection with the death of Christopher DeAndre Mitchell, who was holding an air rifle and seated inside a car when he was fatally shot by former Officers Anthony Chavez and Matthew Concannon, according to a letter reviewed by The Times and a law enforcement source with direct knowledge of the case.
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