Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese adds new title — women’s professional soccer team owner
May 25, 2024
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese can now call herself a professional sports team owner.
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- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
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Driving Around in American Classics with Elaine Francisco
March 27, 2024
Fiona was parked outside when a pedestrian looked at her shiny turquoise body and had a moment of familiarity. They pointed and said “Snowfall!” Elaine Francisco, who was stationed near Fiona smiled at them and started conversing with them with comfort. She thought they were old colleagues; production members that worked alongside Fiona, on the American crime television series on FX—Snowfall. Turns out they were just a fan of the show and recognized Fiona working among the stars.
Save Time, Skip the Line with DMV Driver’s License Testing Options
June 30, 2022
Most DMV transactions are currently being handled online. The newest options available may allow you to complete the driver’s license knowledge test from the comfort of your home before visiting a DMV office.
Ask the DMV – Let the DMV Simplify Your Wedding Season
March 31, 2022
Whether you’re headed to the altar, moving into a new home, or heading to a wedding out of state, learn how the DMV can help make wedding season more convenient and less stressful.
Ask the DMV – Take care of your DMV business the safest and fastest way: online
February 24, 2022
The DMV is encouraging Californians to access its expanded online services portal amid the surge of the omicron variant of COVID-19.
During the Omicron Surge, the DMV Encourages Use of Online Services
February 3, 2022
The California Department of Motor Vehicles remains open for business both virtually – through online service options at dmv.ca.gov/online – and in their offices with health and safety precautions.
Ask the DMV – What You Need to Know for Holiday Travel Season
December 16, 2021
Whether you’re planning to travel by car or plane this upcoming holiday season, the last thing you need is added stress. In this edition of Ask the DMV, learn how you can expedite your travels with DMV online services, DMV NOW Kiosks and our Business Partner Automation (BPA) program, while also knowing what documentation is required for air travel.
Need to Go to the DMV? Maybe Not, There are Other Options
August 12, 2020
The way we access many of the services we cannot do without will be altered for some time due to COVID-19 pandemic, including how we complete transactions through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). While the DMV continues its business of processing driver license and ID renewals, vehicle registrations, applications for disability placards, and other driver and vehicle related transactions, the way it provides those services continues to change in response to state and local COVID-19 guidelines to ensure the health and safety of its employees, customers, and the general public.
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Intend to House 15,000 People with COVID-19 Recovery Plan
May 28, 2020
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) presented its recovery plan to house 15,000 at-risk people experiencing homelessness as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday morning.
DMV Extends All Expiring Driver Licenses
April 15, 2020
Customers eligible to renew license online encouraged to do so Commercial licenses extended through June 30; drivers under 70 extended through May 31
Expired License or Registration? You Got 60 More Days to Renew
March 19, 2020
To comply with health officials’ recommendations regarding COVID-19, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is allowing customers a 60-day extension for license or registration renewals.
Hollywood DMV Employee Gets Prison for Bribery, Fraud
August 26, 2019
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former California Department of Motor Vehicles employee has been sentenced to nearly two years in federal prison for taking money in exchange for altering DMV database records. The Sacramento Bee reports Saturday that 51-year-old Aaron Gilliam had pleaded guilty to three conspiracy charges — to commit bribery, identity fraud and unauthorized access of a computer. Gilliam worked at the Hollywood DMV for more than a decade. Investigators said he took money in exchange for altering DMV records to reflect that individuals received a passing score on written examinations. A federal investigation found Gilliam responsible for
Governor Newsom Announces Changes at Troubled DMV
July 23, 2019
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California’s DMV is trying to improve customer service by accepting credit cards, upgrading its website and offering clearer instructions on how to obtain a new federally mandated ID, but Gov. Gavin Newsom cautioned Tuesday the agency’s long wait times and other troubles aren’t over. “This is going to take a few years. Next year will be tough,” Newsom said, referencing an expected surge in people using the Department of Motor Vehicles next year to acquire new IDs that will be required for air travel. Newsom spoke as he released a report detailing efforts the DMV is
Alex Padilla Takes Oath of Office for Second Term as California Secretary of State
January 7, 2019
Alex Padilla took the oath of office for his second term as California Secretary of State at the Secretary of State Office in Sacramento. Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court Tani Cantil-Sakauye administered the oath.
DMV Expands Saturday Hours to 60 Field Offices
August 8, 2018
Sacramento – In a continuing effort to address wait times at field offices throughout the state, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is increasing the number of Saturday service offices to 60 and offering service every Saturday. The offices will open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday starting on August 4. “We apologize for the increased wait times. We continue to actively work on solutions to get customer transactions completed more efficiently,” DMV Director Jean Shiomoto said. “We will process all transactions except behind-the-wheel exams on Saturdays.” The DMV began offering Saturday service in June. During the first