LA To Phase Out Oil Drilling And Bans New Drills

The council voted 12-0 to amend ban new oil drills and gas extraction and phase out existing ones.

`Time for Change': Mayor-Elect Bass Addresses History, Pressing Issues

"When you do make history, it means that you have extra responsibility," said LA Mayor-Elect Karen Bass told a crowd of supporters.

Horvath Builds Lead Over Hertzberg In District 3 Supervisor Race

Lindsey Horvath again expanded her lead Wednesday over state Sen. Bob Hertzberg in the race to serve the San Fernando Valley.

Congressman Brad Sherman To Host Town Hall

Fresh off his win in the Nov. 8 election, Congressman Brad Sherman will hold a telephone town hall with constituents.

Horvath Stretches Lead in LA County Supervisor's District 3 Race

While the race remains too close to call, Lindsey Horvath is leading in the race to represent Northridge on the Board of Supervisors.

Mayor's Race Remains Tight; Hertzberg Leads: Early Election Results

The polls are closed in Northridge and Chatsworth, and voters have had their say on the city council and many county-wide races.

Northridge-Chatsworth Election: Local Elections, Where To Vote

From where to cast your ballot to deciding on local and statewide candidates — here's your Northridge and Chatsworth voter guide.

Mike Garcia's Disjointed Abortion Stance

Congressman joins other Republicans in their work to outlaw abortion nationwide while publicly framing the issue as one about local control.

Mike Garcia Put Loyalty To Trump Over Oath To Uphold The Constitution

The Republican congressman voted against certifying the 2020 election and holding the former president responsible for events on January 6th

Pure Selfishness

Voters have already selected his replacement but Los Angeles City Councilman Gil Cedillo still ignores calls for his immediate resignation.

Change Agents: General Election Endorsements

In a city that has been thrown into turmoil by leaders spouting bigotry voters head to the polls with a chance to demand real change.

Rick Caruso's Ties To The Homelessness Crisis

The mayoral candidate is promising to keep the homeless out of sight. Have his actions as a developer contributed to people being unhoused?

LA Council Seeks to Protect Those Seeking Abortion Care

As part of the proposed plan, the city would also not cooperate any out-of-state investigations of people seeking or aiding in abortion.

"Sorry" Does Not Cut It

The members of the LA City Council who engaged in racist rhetoric had a year to apologize. With their words made public, they must resign.

Why Won't Mike Garcia Support Special Education Funding?

HR 5984 would finally give promised support to our most vulnerable students and has 135 co-sponsors. Mike Garcia (CA-27) is not one of them.

Done With Public Transportation In Los Angeles

After getting stranded at Union Station following a concert at the Los Angeles Coliseum I cannot trust our city’s post-COVID transit systems

Losing Sight Of The Horizon

We have become a society more concerned about what lies directly in front of us than long-term effects of our actions on future generations.

Justice For Ashli Babbitt

Without the defeated president’s “Big Lie” a mob would have never attacked the Capitol. Trump needs to be held accountable for his actions.

Campaigning With Your Tax Money

A radical anti-abortion group rated Suzette Martinez Valladares 100%. She still wants you to believe she is “Protecting Women’s Healthcare.”

Welcome To The GOP's Era Of Big Government

Not only does the Republican Party want to tell you when you will have children, but they also want to regulate how you will raise them.

It Got Me...

It was a night that made it feel like we were finally returning to normal. Four days later I was in bed feeling the symptoms of COVID-19.

Mayor, Sheriff Headed To Runoff: Northridge-Chatsworth Election 2022

The polls are closed in Northridge and Chatsworth, and voters have had their say on the city council race as many county-wide races.

Find Voting Centers And Drop Boxes In Northridge, Chatsworth

There are three options for casting a ballot on this final day of the election in Northridge and Chatsworth. Here's how.

Northridge-Chatsworth Voters Weigh In On Mayor, Sheriff

Tuesday is the last day for Northridge and Chatsworth residents to cast their votes in a number of key county, state and national races.

Women Are Going To Die

Overturning the protections provided by Roe will not eliminate the extreme desperation felt by some facing unplanned pregnancies.

Valladares Attempts To Obscure Her Opposition To Healthcare Rights

Trump-supporting state Assemblywoman opposed a bill to provide universal healthcare in California. She also opposes safe and legal abortions

Water Restrictions Hit Northridge-Chatsworth

Street numbers, days of the weeks and fat fines: here's everything you need to know to survive LA's new water restrictions.

L.A. Supervisorial Candidates Address Homelessness, Sheriff At Forum

Six candidates for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, District 3, participated in a forum hosted by local news outlets.

Was This Supposed To Be An Attack?

An attempted hit piece on Pilar Schiavo highlights a reason I have endorsed her in the California State Assembly 40th District race.

So You Want To Be The Mayor...

Twelve candidates want to lead the second-largest city in the United States. Why did only two answer questions from a potential voter?

L.A.City Council Takes 11-0 Vote, Firm Stance On Abortion Rights

If signed by Mayor Garcetti, proposed legislation would codify city's support for the right to abortions, in case Roe v. Wade is overturned.

6 LA Co. District 3 Candidates Will Face Off Thursday At Forum

The six candidates for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, District 3, will discuss local issues at a forum Thursday.

Vote-By-Mail Ballot Drop Box Locations In Northridge-Chatsworth

The June 2022 primary election is here. Have you dropped off your ballot?

Who Should Represent Northridge? District 3 Candidates Talk Priorities

Four candidates for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, District 3, told Patch why they should replace Supervisor Sheila Kuehl.

Robbing Peter To Kill Paul

State Assemblywoman Suzette Martinez Valladares uses education funding as a reason to kill universal healthcare. Her reasoning defies logic.

Shut Aliso Canyon: Advocates And Sen. Henry Stern Rally For Closure

Advocates and state Senator Henry Stern renewed their call to close the Aliso Canyon gas facility Wednesday with a demonstration.

Northridge Residents Eligible For $1,000 Monthly Guaranteed Income

Los Angeles County kicked off its guaranteed income pilot program Thursday, and residents in specific neighborhoods can apply.

New Regulations Aim To Reduce Cost Of Fire Insurance

Regulations would require insurers to offer cost incentives for homeowners that stake steps to reduce fire danger around their homes.

Los Angeles: Get Your Library Card Today And Access Millions Of Physical and Digital Resources For Free!

Los Angeles Public Library is home to the #BestCardinLA and we are here to help you make the most of it.

I Said Do Not Call

With unwanted interruptions by telemarketers seeming to increase exponentially, is the “Do Not Call” list working at all?