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Analysis shows a half billion dollars went unused for the unhoused in LA, audit reveals major problems during UCLA's pro-Palestinian protests, Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple prep for new eggs
Audit reveals half a billion dollars went unused for the unhoused in LA, audit reveals major problems during UCLA's pro-Palestinian protests, Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple prep for new eggs— The A.M. Edition
Your morning update from the LAist newsroom.
Today's headlines:
- A new audit from the L.A. City Controller's office found that L.A. officials failed to spend over a half billion dollars that were budgeted to help address homelessness.
- Chaotic decision making, poor communication and more led to major problems at UCLA when a pro-Palestinian encampment turned violent this spring.
- All eyes on Big Bear's iconic bald eagle couple preparing for their first egg.
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The star recognizes the department’s work during the January fires in Los Angeles. -
California’s unemployment department bought more cellphones than it needed for remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic and kept paying for thousands of unused lines. -
Military members have sought advice from groups over legal concerns about their own involvement — or potential involvement — in the strikes against suspected drug boats.
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