Infant contracts measles in Santa Monica
New case prompts daycare center closure A baby is one of the latest victims of the California measles outbreak, prompting the closure of a child-care center on the Santa Monica…
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Calif. senator proposes raising legal smoking age to 21
A California lawmaker introduced legislation Thursday, Jan. 29, that would raise the legal minimum smoking age in the state from 18 to 21. “Tobacco companies know that people are more…
Some doctors refuse to treat unvaccinated patients
Many parents hold firm to anti-vaccine beliefs With the state gripped by a measles outbreak, many California families are taking different approaches to protecting their kids from the severely contagious…
Disney measles outbreak likely came from overseas, health official says
The measles outbreak that started in California’s Disneyland most likely began with a person who had been in another country, a top health official said Thursday, Jan. 29, NBC News…
CSU trustees approve policy allowing students to vote on “success fees”
The California State University Board of Trustees on Wednesday, Jan. 28, approved a requirement that allows students to vote on changes to “success fees.” Trustees unanimously approved the new policy…
LADWP faces lawsuits for alleged overcharges
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has been sued for alleged fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and other violations, by customers claiming they were overcharged due to…
New California bill would ban e-cigarettes in public places
A San Francisco lawmaker introduced legislation Monday, Jan. 26, that would enforce statewide regulations on e-cigarettes. “No tobacco product should be exempt from California’s smoke-free laws simply because it’s sold…
LADWP faces lawsuits for alleged overcharges
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has been sued for alleged fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and other violations, by customers claiming they were overcharged due to…
LA City Attorney’s office to hold immigration forums
THE Los Angeles City Attorney’s office is taking steps to protect immigrants who may be affected by President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration from scam artists. “The president has…
LAUSD attendance drop could cost $100 million
THE Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) reported a 3.6 percent drop in student attendance during the first semester, a number that could cost it more than $100 million in…
Mayor Garcetti seeks to cut civilian injury-leave pay
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is seeking a roughly 25 percent cut in civilian workers’ injury-leave pay, an unusually generous benefit that some believe has contributed to increasing taxes. Along…
Mayor Garcetti seeks to cut civilian injury-leave pay
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is seeking a roughly 25 percent cut in civilian workers’ injury-leave pay, an unusually generous benefit that some believe has contributed to increasing taxes. Along…
LAUSD attendance drop could cost $100 million
THE Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) reported a 3.6 percent drop in student attendance during the first semester, a number that could cost it more than $100 million in…
LA City Attorney’s office to hold immigration forums
THE Los Angeles City Attorney’s office is taking steps to protect immigrants who may be affected by President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration from scam artists. “The president has…
West Covina teacher suspended for alleged Facebook rant about sex case
A high school teacher in Los Angeles County was suspended for allegedly posting a rant on Facebook condoning a recent sexual encounter between teachers and students. Sean Patrick Kane, an…
West Covina teacher suspended for alleged Facebook rant about sex case
A high school teacher in Los Angeles County was suspended for allegedly posting a rant on Facebook condoning a recent sexual encounter between teachers and students. Sean Patrick Kane, an…
Port of LA, Long Beach officials highlight air and water quality improvements
In the past 10 years, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have successfully implemented various strategies to improve air and water quality. That’s according to Richard Cameron, managing…
Metro red line riders in LA to get WiFi, cell phone service
WiFi and cell service are on the way for Metro underground train passengers. Last week, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority began working on a two-year, $800,000 project to…
Metro red line riders in LA to get WiFi, cell phone service
WiFi and cell service are on the way for Metro underground train passengers. Last week, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority began working on a two-year, $800,000 project to…
Santa Ana Winds Forecast Throughout Southland This Weekend
SCE has crews on standby and reminds its customers to never approach or touch downed power lines With strong Santa Ana winds, sometimes up to 70 mph, forecast throughout the Southland this…
Port of LA, Long Beach officials highlight air and water quality improvements
In the past 10 years, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have successfully implemented various strategies to improve air and water quality. That’s according to Richard Cameron, managing…
5 Disney employees contract measles
Outbreak grows to 70 cases Following a recent measles outbreak originating from “The Happiest Place on Earth,” five Disneyland employees tested positive for the disease. “There is evidence of ongoing…
15 community colleges in California selected to offer four-year degree programs
In a new push towards education reform, 15 community colleges in California have been chosen by state officials to offer four-year degree programs starting as soon as next year. Officials…
AB 60 applicants encouraged to seek assistance before heading to DMV
WITH California’s Assembly Bill 60 in full effect, thousands of applicants are lining up at the DMV to get the process started. However, many immigrant communities are facing confusion, lack…
Gas prices forecast to rise, as summer approaches
Southern California drivers can rest easy knowing gas prices will stay comparatively low for the year, but will likely rise from current levels as the summer months approach, according to…
Gas prices forecast to rise, as summer approaches
Southern California drivers can rest easy knowing gas prices will stay comparatively low for the year, but will likely rise from current levels as the summer months approach, according to…
Residents voice out against high-speed rail through Angeles National Forest
United in their opposition to build California’s high-speed rail line through the Angeles National Forest, more than 1,000 residents rallied Tuesday night, Jan. 13, in Lake View Terrace, voicing their…
Gov. Jerry Brown’s budget adds to schools, healthcare
CALIFORNIA Governor Jerry Brown on Friday, Jan. 9, released a proposed 2015-16 state budget, which calls for $113.3 billion in general fund spending. Brown has proposed an increase in spending…
Measles cases linked to Disneyland spread statewide
THE measles outbreak that originated in Disneyland has spread to 22 cases statewide. One case arose from direct contact with an infected person, according to the California Department of Public…
Covered California joins Asian American leaders to promote community enrollment
COVERED California teamed up with community partners on Monday, Jan. 12, including Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Los Angeles, to announce a final push to get people enrolled for health…