Newsom Approves $2.5 Billion for Recovery Package in L.A. County
January 29, 2025
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a $2.5 billion bipartisan relief package on Jan. 23 to assist Los Angeles County in its recovery from recent firestorms.
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L.A. County
Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
December 18, 2024
Los Angeles County, often celebrated for its diversity, is grappling with a grim reality: hate crimes against Black residents have reached unprecedented levels.
L.A. County Marks Highest Total of Hate Crimes Ever in 2023
December 12, 2024
The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations (LACCHR) released on Dec. 11 its annual analysis of hate crimes reported throughout Los Angeles County in 2023.
Faith Leaders Must Champion Policy That Combats Moral Failing in Housing Crisis
September 14, 2023
Our families are getting pushed out of their homes in the name of profits, and unless we do something about it at the statewide level, more and more of our families will become homeless.
Local Contractor Helps Build Metro Rail Project, Thanks to CDAB Program
June 11, 2023
KPA Constructors has played a noteworthy role on the $1.8 billion LA Metro Regional Connector project, which opens on June 16, due in large part to the LA Regional Contractor Development and Bonding Program (CDABP), which assists small and diverse firms in overcoming barriers, building their capacities, and winning government contracts.
It’s Time for L.A. County to Update How it Governs to More Equitably Serve its 10 Million Residents
February 26, 2023
To many, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors remains a powerful, yet mysterious body. For too long we’ve accepted that it can function a bit like Oz. If, as a county, we aspire to emerge a more equitable and just region after the throes of the pandemic – governance transformation is a critical step. COVID-19 shone a light on the inherent inequity in how all levels of government have made policy and investments that have intentionally left behind entire communities. Were we blind, blind folded or indifferent to these systemic inequities? Regardless of the impairment, transparency and participation or
Pastor J. Edgar Boyd Convenes Black Leadership Meeting with Sheriff Robert Luna
February 9, 2023
On Friday, February 3, First AME Senior Pastor J. Edgar Boyd called together some of Los Angeles County’s most influential African American leaders to meet with newly-elected Sheriff Robert Luna and some of his newly-appointed leadership team to discuss his plans and vision for the Sheriff’s Department.
Fair Chance Hiring Program Gives Another Chance
February 2, 2023
On Friday, January 27, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, the Department of Economic Opportunity, business and community leaders launched the Fair Chance Hiring Program designed to create hiring practices with the goal of getting 200 local businesses to commit to employing system-impacted individuals this year.
Top Local Stories of 2022
December 29, 2022
Several momentous events took place in greater Los Angeles during 2022.
Church and State Unite to Hold Conference for Formerly Incarcerated
August 31, 2022
Apostle Ronald C. Hill, Sr. of Love and Unity Christian Fellowship will host the “Life Before & After Prison Conference” for the formerly incarcerated, featuring, among many highlights, the testimony of former mayor and congressman Pastor Walter R. Tucker III of Truth and Love Christian Church. The day and a half conference will be held on the evening of Friday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. and all day on Saturday, September 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
DPSS Publicly Accessible “What Is?” Videos Simplify Understanding and Accessing Vital Benefits and Services
July 28, 2022
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) has employed a series of accessible “What Is?” informational videos designed to provide customers with an overview of programs and services in a more user-friendly way.
A Note from L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti: Every Drop Counts
May 19, 2022
Our city didn’t just become one of the most water efficient cities in the world overnight. We pulled together, and have achieved so much … but we have further to go if we want our children and grandchildren to be able to turn on the tap with confidence.
Rhambo Emerges as Top Challenger To Villanueva, Outraising All Opposition
February 9, 2022
Continuing to demonstrate his status as the top challenger to incumbent L.A. County Sheriff Alex Villanueva, LAX Police Chief Cecil Rhambo’s campaign announced that he had raised $212,993 in the fundraising quarter ending December 31, the most of any candidate running against Villanueva during that period.
LA County Reports Nearly 45,000 New COVID Cases Over the Weekend
January 3, 2022
Los Angeles County reported nearly 45,000 new cases of COVID-19 this weekend, an alarmingly high number in light of the typical delays in weekend reporting. Officials reported 23,553 new cases for Saturday, and another 21,200 positive tests Sunday, after a one-day record of 27,091 new infections were reported Friday.
THE FIGHT OVER REDISTRICTING MOVES TO THE 2ND SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT
November 30, 2021
Every ten years in the United States, new political lines are drawn to create “more equitable districts” at every level of government. In 2020 – 2021, for the first time a Citizens Redistricting Commission is drawing lines for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.