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California unions, hospitals strike deal — but billionaire tax heads to ballot

Hospitals and a healthcare union have agreed to pull rival initiatives from the ballot, but a proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires remains headed to November voters.

Inglewood’s video billboards score a major win in court battle with stadiums

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Judge orders Huntington Beach to adopt 'ranked-choice' voting to settle dispute over Latino votes

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Local advocates respond to Supreme Court ruling on refugees: ‘How do you prepare to say goodbye?’

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This new California law lets you give public officials a piece of your mind — remotely

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In Race To Replace LA Councilmember Nury Martinez, Padilla Leads, 3 Others Vie For Second Spot

The two top vote-getters in Tuesday's special election will likely face each other in the runoff. The registrar says "there are still many outstanding ballots" to be counted.
Residents From 5 LA Neighborhoods Can Now Vote On Which Programs Should Get City Money. Here's How

Residents from Boyle Heights, South Los Angeles and three San Fernando Valley neighborhoods have until the end of April to cast their votes.
Today Is Your Last Chance To Vote In The Special Election To Replace LA Councilmember Nury Martinez

There are seven people running to become one of 15 members of the L.A. City Council. If nobody wins a majority of votes in the race for the San Fernando Valley seat, there will be a June runoff between the top two finishers.
Biden Has Only Difficult Options For Dealing With Migration

The Biden administration has few options to deal with migrant families at the border when Title 42 lifts. It's likely to be one of Biden's biggest policy challenges of the year and a potential political vulnerability as he launches his reelection campaign.
Tuesday Is The Last Day To Vote In The Special Election To Replace LA Councilmember Nury Martinez

There are seven people running to become one of 15 members of the L.A. City Council. If nobody wins a majority of votes in the race for the San Fernando Valley seat, there will be a June runoff between the top two finishers.
Who Will Replace Mark Ridley-Thomas On The LA City Council?

The L.A. City Council has a number of options when it comes to replacing Mark Ridley-Thomas, who was convicted Thursday on felony corruption charges.
It’s The Final Weekend To Vote In The Special Election To Replace LA Councilmember Nury Martinez

There are seven people running to become one of 15 members of the L.A. City Council. If nobody wins a majority of votes, there will be a June runoff between the top two finishers.
5 Key Takeaways From The Trump Indictment News

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a New York grand jury. District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office said it has contacted Trump's attorney "to coordinate his surrender" for arraignment.
Mark Ridley-Thomas Found Guilty Of Bribery And Conspiracy

Ridley-Thomas was accused of helping secure a lucrative county contract and supporting two potential new contracts for USC's School of Social Work in exchange for a faculty job and a scholarship for his son.
Taiwan's President Arrives In the U.S. Amid Warnings From China

Taiwan's president is in the United States as part of a multi-day itinerary that will take the leader of the Asian democratic island through Central and North America.

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Prominent LA Chinese Americans Are Fighting Disloyalty Claims From The Right

Conservative media and politicians claim Rep. Judy Chu and East West Bank CEO Dominic Ng have ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
Mark Ridley-Thomas Corruption Trial Now In The Hands Of The Jury

Ridley-Thomas is charged with conspiracy, bribery, mail fraud and wire fraud.

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