Meet the Girl Who Became the Face of Immigration Reform with a Kiss from the Pope

The five-year-old Southern California girl was chosen to represent millions of families living in limbo.

Mayor Declares 'State of Emergency,' Calls for $100 Million to Fight Homelessness

Countywide, homelessness has risen 12 percent since 2013’s count, from 39,461 to 44,359 people homeless.

Are California Republican Voters Fed Up with Donald Trump's Antics?

Candid interviews with several Republican voters after the GOP debate seem to suggest so.

California Nationhood? Process Begins Today

Supporters of a California initiative that would make the state its own nation can begin hitting you up for signatures for its petition.

County Supervisors Slam LA Times Management

The board voted to urge the paper to sell to local business leaders, lamenting the management decisions made "two time zones away."

County Rejects Exemptions to $15 Minimum Wage

In following suit with LA in adopting a $15 minimum wage, the county rejected exemptions for nonprofits and seasonal employees.

Despite Protest, Donald Trump to Speak aboard USS Iowa Today

A petition to oppose the Republican candidate's appearance will not stop Donald Trump from giving a campaign speech aboard the ship today.

Rep. Loretta Sanchez Trails Kamala Harris in Senate Bid

With the primary nearly a year off, the state attorney general is polling with a 9 percent lead over the Orange County Congresswoman.

Senate Approves Vaccination Requirement for Day Care Workers

All day care workers in California would be required to get vaccinated if Gov. Brown signs a new law passed by the senate.

3 Strikes for Tobacco: City Bans Chew from Ballfields

The Los Angeles City Council voted to ban smokeless tobacco products from all sports venues in the city.

City on the Defensive Over Police Body Camera Policy

The ACLU this week urged against federal funding for LAPD body cameras because the department's policy restricts the release of footage.

Momentum Shifts Toward Long-Awaited Wildlife Bridge Over 101 Freeway

A dozen mountain lions have been killed on local freeways, and a Caltrans report confirms the viability of a bridge in Agoura Hills.

It's Official! Los Angeles is U.S. Choice for 2024 Olympics

The U.S. Olympic Committee formally chose LA as the nation's bid for the 2024 Olympics moments after the City Council voted to host.

Think You're Smarter Than the Government? Prove It and Win $25,000

Put on your thinking caps! Three California agencies are holding "$25K Find A New Way" innovation contests.

LA City Council Poised to Decide on Olympic Bid

The council could decide today on whether to go forward with a bid to host the 2024 Olympics at an estimated cost of $4.6 billion.

Ruling Could End State's Death Penalty

The Court of Appeals is reviewing a ruling in the case of an LA man that the system is so “dysfunctional” it's cruel and unusual.

Exposed for Getting Car Washes Several Times Weekly, County Sups to Cutback

Called out for having their county cars washed several times a week, supervisors look to place new restrictions on themselves.

Prodded by Upset Neighbors City Looks to Limit Short-Term Rentals

After hearing testimony from dozens of neighbors upset by rowdy vacationers, city leaders voted to explore limits on short-term rentals.

City to Allow Ridesharing at LAX Despite Background Check Controversy

A divided City Council voted to allow companies such as Uber to operate at LAX, but some city leaders worry drivers aren't vetted enough.

Study: 13,000 Slip into Homelessness in LA County Each Month

Families with children are often reluctant to seek assistance for fear of having their children taken away, a report concludes.

City Aims to Cut Annual Traffic Deaths by 200

More than 200 people die on LA streets each year, and most of those deaths happen on just six percent of streets.

Drought Radio Station Will Help You Time Your Showers

The new “Water Lovers Station” on Pandora includes 100 five-minute songs to help you keep your showers short.

Push Underway To End Hazardous Chemical Use At CA Nail Salons

For employees' and customers' well-being, nail salons need to use safer products and improve ventilation, officials say.

City to Pay $1.1 Million to Homeless for 'Discriminatory' Crackdown

Venice Councilman calls for gentler regulations, and an attorney says suits challenging city's crackdown on homelessness are just beginning.

LA City Council Shames Republicans for Efforts to Defund Planned Parenthood

The Council called on GOP candidates “to stop using this important health care provider in their callous political games."

Governor Signs Bill Banning Grand Jury Investigation of Police-Related Deaths

The governor said he signed the bill to bring the proceedings into the public eye.

DWP to Repay the Millions It Overbilled

It's the second time in days that the city has agreed to repay millions to residents improperly billed or taxed for city services.

GOP Presidential Candidate Takes Aim at California's Vaccination Law

Criticizing the state's new mandatory vaccination law, Carly Fiorina is quoted, saying, “California is wrong on most everything, honestly."

Get Your Refund! City to Repay up to $92.3 Million for Bad Phone Tax

A judge approved a settlement agreement in which LA would repay people a phone tax it illegally levied.

Judge to Decide If LA Owes You Money for Unlawful Phone Tax

LA could repay taxpayers millions if a judge approves a tentative settlement proposal capping the city's liability at $92.5 million.

Therapists Must Report Child Porn-Viewing Patients, Judge Tells LA Counselor

A judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed by three therapists contesting a law requiring them to report patients who view child porn.

City Approves Major Shift Away from Car-Centric Transportation

The LA City Council approved a 20-year plan to add 300 miles of bike lanes while reducing car trips by more than a million miles per day.

Jeb Bush to Speak on 'Threat of Radical Islam' at Reagan Library

Jeb Bush is scheduled today to deliver a foreign policy address at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.

Taxpayers to Pay for Murderer's Sex Change Operation

Rodney Quine was convicted of first-degree murder, kidnapping and robbery.

Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders Speaking in LA Tonight

This concludes a West Coast swing that began in Seattle.

Mayor Says 'Meh' to Poor Grade from LA Times

Dinged by the newspaper on courage and leadership, Mayor Eric Garcetti responds, “I’m not a grade-grubber.”

Council Overrules Plans for Ridesharing at LAX

Citing safety concerns, the LA City Council temporarily halted plans to allow companies such as Uber pick up passengers at LAX.

Council May Put Brakes on LAX Ridesharing

City Councilmembers have doubts about letting ridesharing companies pick up passengers at LAX.

City Explores New Restrictions for Gun Owners

The Los Angeles City Council is considering a requirement that gun owners store firearms in locked containers or with trigger locks.

Booze By Mail? It Could Happen

A Bay Area congresswoman is proposing the repeal of a Prohibition-era ban shipping alcohol through the mail.