City Preps Public for Plastic Bag Ban

As part of the "Bring Your Own Bag" campaign, stores will display placards warning shoppers of the impending ban -- involving Ralphs, Vons, Albertsons and Wal-Mart, among others.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Erasing the Stigma of Mental Illness for Military Personnel

The American Psychiatric Association is working to eliminate the stigma of mental illness so that military personnel and veterans seek help when they need it.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

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

Opponents Fight Recent CA Abortion Laws

A Catholic bishop of the Los Angeles Archdiocese claims one of the laws would create a two-tier health system.

TSA Union Calls for Agents to Be Armed

The president of the Los Angeles Airport Peace Officers Association says it doesn't make sense to try to do what local law enforcement is already doing.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Marina del Rey Properties Tied to Felony Charges Against L.A. County Assessor John Noguez

The allegations date back as far back as 1996.

Meet Mike Bonin for Coffee Saturday in Del Rey

Check out the details from this post on the councilman's Facebook page.

Westside Council of Governments Meeting Discusses Regional Bike Plan

Assemblymember Bloom says if all of the Westside cities begin to develop their own bike share programs independently, it could take many years before compatibility issues are resolved.

Analysis: L.A. County Buildings In Risk of Collapse During Earthquake

A report by The Los Angeles Times claims hundreds of concrete buildings in Los Angeles County won't withstand a major earthquake.

State Officials Share Water Shortage Concerns

Southern Californians must make a concerted effort to cut back on water use, state officials say.

Mayor Announces Street Repair Initiative

A task force will be created to encourage collaboration between city departments.

Garcetti Gets Mostly Positive Reviews for First 100 Days in Office

A poll shows a positive approval rating for Los Angeles' new mayor during his first 100 days in office.

Garcetti Returns From New York Official Trip Monday

Garcetti attended a tech summit geared towards improving city governance.

Senior Services Could Lose Funding With Federal Shutdown

Services such as senior meal services could lose funding if the shutdown continues past November.

'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.

L.A. City Council Moves to Restrict Participation in Neighborhood Councils

The City Council says only people who can prove "substantial and ongoing" ties to a neighborhood can be elected.

City Goes to Court to Try to Block Health Department Initiative

The ballot measure calls for the creation of a city health department.

City Councilman Proposes Standing Rewards in Hit-and-Runs

Rewards of up to $50,000 will be offered for information on hit-and-run crimes.

Supervisor Knabe Boosts Outreach for Safe Surrender Program

Knabe hopes to spread the word about the program that allows parents to turn over unwanted newborns.

Mayor Garcetti Appoints Former Academy President as Film Czar

The film czar is responsible for "making L.A. the best possible location for production," the mayor said.

Council Committee Motion Urges Return of Two NFL Teams to L.A.

The motion calls for not one, but two NFL teams to come to Los Angeles.

City Council Wants Answers to DWP's $40M Spend

The DWP gave $40 million in ratepayer money to safety and employee groups, a study found.

Early Endorsements Netted In 2015 City Council Race

State politicians endorse 2015 council candidates.

DWP Spent $40M in Ratepayer Money on Union Relations Groups

DWP says it has little information on how the public funds have been spent.

Rideshare Services Get Statewide Approval, Nod From Mayor

Rideshare apps such as Lyft, UberX and SideCar will be allowed continued operation in California, which L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti approves of.

2024 Olympics in Los Angeles? Board of Supervisors Votes Support

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors votes to support a bid to bring the 2024 Olympics to Los Angeles.

Sen. Ted Lieu to Hold Hearing on Aviation Pollution Wednesday

The public hearing to highlight the pollution risks inherent in lead in aviation gas will take place in Westchester at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday

UPDATE: Supervisors Delay Vote on Sheriff's Department Oversight Commission

The commission would create permanent citizen oversight of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

L.A. Councilman Hopes to Ban E-Cigarette Sales to Minors

The number of high school students who said they used e-cigarettes doubled between 2011 and 2012.

Obama Cancels Next Week's Trip to Los Angeles

The President plans to stay in Washington, D.C. to focus on Syria.

90 Freeway May Be Renamed 'Ballona Freeway'

Councilman Mike Bonin says the rename reflects the natural beauty around the freeway.

Fracking Moratorium Proposed by Two L.A. City Councilmen

Councilmen Bonin and Koretz call for a halt to the practice, especially along Los Angeles' water supply routes.

3 New Airport Commissioners 'Willing to Take Second Look' at LAX Runway Plan

The Los Angeles City Council confirmed five new members to the commission Tuesday, three of which said they are willing to look at the plan to move one of LAX's runways.

Agreement Reached on DWP Contract Would Save $6.1 billion

The agreement would also help control rates for electricity and water customers.

L.A. City Council to Study $3 Billion Bond Fix for Streets

City Council proposes using $3 billion in bonds to help repave 8,700 miles of road.

Assemblyman Applauds Ruling on Condom Law for Porn Industry

Los Angeles County voters passed Measure B, which requires porn actors to wear condoms.

L.A. City Council Protests Russian Anti-Gay Laws

The Los Angeles City Council and gay rights activists unveil a gay pride flag outside of City Hall Tuesday.

DWP Workers Paid $77.3 Million in Extra Pay in First Half of 2013

DWP workers were paid more than other city workers including firefighters and police officers, a database shows.