We explain the latest developments, historic moments and what President Trump’s second term means for you in Southern California.
The U.S. government will collect a multibillion-dollar fee from the American investors who will take over TikTok. Some experts call the fee and other deals like it "extortion."
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California says it will train 988 responders to support LGBTQ+ youth calling for help. -
Last week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said that children without legal status cannot enroll in Head Start — effective immediately. But without implementation guidelines, providers say they're in a holding pattern. -
Undocumented immigrants and mixed-status families are learning how to assert themselves — and prepare for worst-case scenarios.
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San Diego’s community college district finds itself directly in Trump’s crosshairs: Its “pride centers” were the only items called out by name in the administration’s plan to slash more than $10 billion of federal spending on education. -
Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s announcement of the intent to revoke Chinese student visas could affect more than 50,000 at California universities and colleges. -
The Port of Los Angeles reported that it expected 80 ships to arrive in May, but 17 have been canceled.
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Immigration arrests near two Inland Empire Catholic churches have sparked backlash and raised questions about ICE operations on religious grounds. -
Congress already approved the education funding, which pays for migrant education, after school programs and other services. -
Superintendent Carvalho says the $110.5 million cuts target immigrant communities and vulnerable students. -
The Republican megabill cuts trillions in taxes, while scaling back spending on Medicaid and other federal programs. It now heads to the House, where some GOP lawmakers are signaling major objections. -
Stricter immigration policies under President Trump could reduce migration to California, leading to economic losses and fewer electoral college votes. -
Video footage can be used to keep government employees accountable. -
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer will allow California to question key Trump administration officials and seek details on how national troops have been used since their deployment earlier this month. -
Lawmakers from both parties oppose Trump's proposed funding cuts to public broadcasting and foreign aid. -
President Trump ran on a pledge to end "forever wars," so what comes next is pivotal. Here are five things to watch. -
The attack marks a major escalation in the burgeoning war between Iran and Israel and came despite years of promises by President Trump to keep the U.S. from entering another Middle East conflict.
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