The controversy surrounding the California Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) and its decisions to grant parole to high-risk violent sex offenders and serial child predators dominated debate in the California […]
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Council committee holds off on ballot proposal to reform Measure ULA
On May 29, a Los Angeles committee declined to recommend a ballot measure to reform the city’s so-called “mansion tax,” noting that it was too early to fully understand the […]
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters blasts Trump administration
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement condemning Donald Trump and his Administration’s dangerous efforts to use federal agencies […]
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Campaign rhetoric vs. constitutional reality
Some politicians believe making any promise loudly and confidently is an adequate substitute for only supporting proposals that are realistic or implementable. California’s gubernatorial race has produced a bumper crop […]
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LA Council approves revised $14.9B budget
The Los Angeles City Council, on May 21, approved a revised $14.9 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27, preserving the core structure of Mayor Karen Bass’ proposal while making adjustments […]
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Our Weekly’s Endorsements
June 2nd, 2026 Election Endorsements
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CA Ballot returns lag
Black voters in California, like other voter groups, have been returning mail ballots at a slow pace as the state heads toward the June 2 primary election for governor, a […]
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Spencer Pratt accuses Mayor Bass of electioneering
On Tuesday May 26, former reality tv star turned mayoral candidate in the upcoming June 2 Primary, Spencer Pratt accused Mayor Karen Bass of illegal electioneering. Pratt, through his attorney, filed […]
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Q&A: Rae Huang on housing, public safety, and a people‑centered Los Angeles
Election Day is swiftly approaching on June 2 with Los Angeles Mayoral candidates running. Reverend Rae Huang is a community organizer, ordained Presbyterian minister and a leader who is putting […]
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Steve Hilton wants change in California
Former Fox News host Steven Hilton is putting his hat in the gubernatorial race, as he held a briefing with ACOM to explain why he is the right candidate for […]
