Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Election Night Results for Artesia

Take a look at the results of tonight's elections in Artesia.

Election Night Results for Cerritos

Cerritos was picking school board members Tuesday.

Three Artesia Council Seats Up for Grabs in Today's Election

Election Day is Tomorrow in Cerritos, Artesia

Voters will be choosing school board members.

ACLU Wants to See County's Law Firm Invoices

The ACLU of Southern California filed a petition for the release invoices detailing how much private law firms have billed the county in connection with lawsuits filed against the Sheriff's Department.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Flu Claims First L.A. County Victim of the Season

A San Fernando Valley woman was confirmed as Los Angeles County's first fatality from this influenza season.

Child Welfare Director Discusses Improving Child Safety Program

A Blue Ribbon Commission on Child Protection was established to help reform the agency so that no other youngsters die at the hands of family.

LA County Health Officials Report Another West Nile Virus Death

County health officials today confirmed the county's seventh death due to West Nile Virus. Three of the fatalities were confirmed in the past week.

Supervisors Recommend Paying Their Own Retirement

KNABE: Law that Reopened Government is Only Short Term Fix

"While we all breathe another sigh of relief that the government shutdown was averted, again, we know this is only short-term," Knabe wrote in a news release issued today.

L.A. County Probation Launches Online Recruiting Campaign for 1,100+ Positions

The Probation Department has struggled to hire 363 new officers into the most critical positions, filling just under two-thirds of those key open spots. The department has more than 1,100 open jobs overall.

This Week: Local Assemblywoman Answers Your Questions about Obamacare

There are explainer events planed for both Tuesday and Wednesday.

Freeway Upgrades Across Southern California Nearing Record High

Caltrans has announced over the course of 2013, billions of dollars slated for transportation projects across Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Imperial, Orange and Ventura counties.

Governor Signs Local Bill Into Law to Allow Suspension, Expulsion for Cyber-Bullying

Assembly Bill 256 authorizes superintendents and school principals to discipline students who engage in cyber bullying, harassment by electronic means-- on or off the school campus.

Supervisors Approve Los Angeles County's $25.3 Billion Budget

The county bumped up estimates of property and sales tax revenue, but the CEO said the county is not out of the woods yet.

Assemblymember Garcia Wants Youth for “Young Legislators” Program

The program, free of charge, provides students the opportunity to learn about the Legislative process, while integrating themselves within their local communities by participating in community service.

Questions About Obamacare? Cerritos, Artesia Assemblymember Hosting Town Halls

Local Bills to Protect Disabled on Public Transportation, Ease Late Courts Fees Signed Into Law

The measures protect public safety in relation to transportation employees and recalculate penalties on delinquent payments for court construction. Both were authored by Cerritos and Artesia's assemblymember.

'Revenge Porn' Now Illegal in California

Publishing nude photos with the "intent to cause serious emotional distress" violates a "revenge porn" law signed Tuesday by Governor Jerry Brown and may result in up to six months in jail and/or $1,000 fine.

How Does Obamacare Work? A Doctor Explains

Covered California, the state's new health insurance exchange, is open for business online. Officials expect more than 1 million Californians to get health insurance coverage for the first time.

Cerritos-Artesia React to Government Shutdown

Patch readers express their thoughts on the first day of the U.S. government shut down.

Thousands of LA County Workers Assemble in Walkout

Tuesday's protest was organized to demand higher wages after nearly five years without a pay hike.

Cerritos, Artesia Supervisor Plans Awareness Campaign for 'Safe Surrender' Program

Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe wants more people to know about Baby Safe Surrender.

County Supes Want to Bring Olympic Games to Area in 2024

Cerritos, Artesia Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage month is celebrated each year from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15.

Strict Hit, Run Law Would Extend Statute of Limitation to Six Years

Under current law, motorists who flee the scene of an accident can simply "run out the clock," as it can take months to track them down.

Bill by Local Lawmaker Would Allow Suspension, Expulsion for Cyber-Bullying

If approved by the governor, Assembly Bill 256 would authorizes superintendents and school principals to discipline students who engage in cyber bullying, harassment by electronic means, on or off the school campus.

Local Supervisor: Infant Found in Trash Can is 'Appalling' Tragedy

Knabe established the countywide Safe Surrender Program in 2001.

Assemblymember Garcia to Host Community Walk Saturday

This will be a chance to ask questions and discuss local issues.

Capitol Dispatch: Buckets of Beer, Mountain Lions and More

A weekly round-up of news from the state Capitol.

Registar's Office Seeks Bilingual Bengali, Korean, or Tagalog Speakers

The jobs pay up to $19.18 an hour, according to the agency. The part-time, temporary positions are based out of Norwalk.

Artesia Begins Restaurant Incentive Program

The city will financially help eateries looking to get established in town, via a new program.

Cerritos Plans Patriot Day Concert for Sept. 11

The city will host a special concert on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Heritage Park.

Less Children in L.A. County Drinking Sugary Drinks, Study Finds

According to the study, the percentage of county children who drank one or more sugary beverages daily dropped from 43.3 percent in 2007 to 38.3 percent in 2011.

Study: California Home to Busiest Freeways in U.S.

California beat out Texas by almost 30 billion miles.

L.A. County Unemployment Rate Rises

Fruit Flies Prompt State Officials to Declare Fruit Quarantine in Cerritos-Artesia

Knabe Calls for County to Help Disabled Vets