LA Council Delays Olympics Minimum Wage Hike

The delay comes as proponents withdrew a ballot initiative aimed at eliminating the city's business tax.

Taxpayers Shouldn't Be Left 'Holding The Bag' On Olympic Costs: LA Councilwoman

The councilwoman called for an audit of the LA28 organizing committee.

LA's Most Troubled Rental Properties Get Called Out On New City Website

The city of LA has released a dashboard dubbed the “Top 100 Problem Rental Properties."

State AG Demands Answers From FIFA Over World Cup Ticketing Practices

"Californians deserve transparency and fairness when purchasing tickets for any event held in our state," Attorney General Rob Bonta said.

How Los Angeles County Residents Displaced By Wildfires Can Still Receive Their Ballots

Adding an additional address will ensure that voting districts remain the same and allow residents to vote on local issues.

LA County Projects Awarded $36M From Newson's Homeless Housing Push

The funds will help create supportive housing in LA County for homeless residents, youth and people with behavioral health challenges.

Mayor Karen Bass Withdraws From Upcoming Candidate Forum

Mayor Karen Bass has withdrawn from a candidate forum scheduled for broadcast Wednesday on Fox11.

LA Councilman Wants To Tax Private Golf Courses, Country Clubs

Los Angeles City Councilman Adrin Nazarian introduced the motion seeking to place the proposed measure on the November ballot.

DOJ Alleges UCLA Medical School Used Race in Admissions Process

TheDepartment of Justice wrote that the medical school "continues to intentionally discriminate against applicants based on their race."

Former 'Reality TV Villain' Spencer Pratt Becomes The Hero In Viral AI Mayoral Campaign Ad

The AI-created video casts Pratt — once voted "Greatest Reality TV Villain" — as Batman. Mayor Karen Bass is featured as the Joker.

Kamala Harris Endorses Bass As L.A. Mayoral Race Heats Up

Though Bass is currently leading in most polls, she trailed in fundraising compared to her rivals.

Los Angeles Voter Guide: What's On The June 2 Ballot

Here's all you need to know about what's on your ballot in Los Angeles.

Meet Maria Lou Calanche, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 1

Maria Lou Calanche told Patch why she should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Eunisses Hernandez, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 1

Eunisses Hernandez told Patch why she should be reelected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Traci Park, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 11

Traci Park told Patch why she should be reelected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Faizah Malik, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 11

Faizah Malik told Patch why she should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Morgan Oyler, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 5

Morgan Oyler told Patch why he should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Hugo Soto-Martinez, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 13

Hugo Soto-Martinez told Patch why he should be reelected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Elmer Roldan, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 9

Elmer Roldan told Patch why he should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Henry Mantel, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 5

Henry Mantel told Patch why he should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Jordan Rivers, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 15

Jordan Rivers told Patch why he should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Dylan Kendall, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 13

Dylan Kendall told Patch why she should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Jorge Hernandez Rosas, Candidate For Los Angeles City Council District 9

Jorge Hernandez Rosas told Patch why he should be elected to the Los Angeles City Council. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Andrew Kim, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Andrew Kim told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Andrej Selivra, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Andrej Selivra told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Karen Bass, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Karen Bass told Patch why she should be reelected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Bryant Acosta, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Bryant Acosta told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Asaad Alnajjar, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Asaad Alnajjar told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Tish Hyman, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Tish Hyman told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Nelson Cheng, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Nelson Cheng told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Juanita Lopez, Candidate For Los Angeles Mayor

Juanita Lopez told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles mayor. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Karla Carranza, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff

Karla Carranza told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Oscar Martinez, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff

Oscar Martinez told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Mike Bornman, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff

Mike Bornman told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Alex Villanueva, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff

Alex Villanueva told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Aida Ashouri, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney

Aida Ashouri told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet Marissa Roy, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney

Marissa Roy told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

Meet John McKinney, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney

John McKinney told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.

LA Plans $9.5M For Sidewalk Repairs Ahead Of 2028 Olympics

"We need to deliver these critical infrastructure improvements right now," Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez said.

County In 'Eye Of A Hurricane' With More Spending Cuts Planned

The proposal represents a 7% cut in spending compared to this year's budget.