Robert Garrova

Civics & Democracy

LA Supervisor Janice Hahn Maintains Strong Lead Over Challengers, Declares Victory Over Villanueva And Cruikshank

The incumbent for District 4 has 54% of the votes tallied so far.

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Civics & Democracy

Live Results: What We Know So Far In The Vote On Proposition 1

Follow the latest results on a statewide ballot measure that would shift much of California’s millionaires tax for mental health services towards housing for people with mental illness.

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Civics & Democracy

Would Prop. 1 Divert Money From LA County’s Unarmed Crisis Response Efforts?

Some at the county level are concerned that, if passed, Prop 1’s focus on housing could mean less money for mental health crisis teams.

Gov. Gavin Newsom wears a blue suit and stands at a podium. The podium has a blue poster on it that reads: "yes on 1: treatment not tents" To his right, Newsom is joined by LA Mayor Karen Bass, who has her hands folded in front of her.

Civics & Democracy

Why This Slate Of Judge Candidates Wants More Defense Attorneys Elected To The Superior Court

Historically, voters have elected judges with prosecutorial experience. But could a more diverse bench better serve some of the most vulnerable?

LA County Superior Court judge candidates La Shae Henderson, George Turner and Ericka Wiley speak at a Defenders of Justice campaign event. They stand on the grass in front of a body of water. A 'Defenders of Justice' campaign banner can be seen behind them.

Criminal Justice

State Orders Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall To Shut Down In 60 Days If Safety And Staffing Problems Persist

A state board found Thursday that the 26-acre facility in Downey is unsuitable to hold incarcerated youths.

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Criminal Justice

Interim LAPD Chief Picked To Replace Michel Moore

The interim appointment of Dominic H. Choi, a longtime LAPD veteran, comes less than a month after outgoing chief Michel Moore announced his retirement.

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Civics & Democracy

California Proposition 1: More Than $6 Billion For Behavioral Health

Prop. 1 is a measure on the March ballot that would shift much of California’s millionaires tax for mental health services towards housing for people with mental illness.