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Local News May 7, 2026

LA County sheriff: Who's running in the June 2 primary and why it matters

The LA County Sheriff’s Department, the largest in the nation, faces significant challenges ahead of the June 2 primary. Voters will assess whether current…

Local News May 7, 2026

2 LA County Hospitals Earn D Grades, 14 Earn A Grades In New Hospital Safety Ranking

A new report shows 14 hospitals in LA County earned "A" grades for patient safety, while two received "D" grades. Notably, Norwalk Community Hospital improved…

Local News May 7, 2026

L.A. County spends millions to stop overdoses. Critics say naloxone enables addicts, but city data show scores of lives saved

L.A. County spends millions on overdose prevention, providing naloxone for free. Critics argue it enables addiction, but data show a 96% survival rate for…

Local News May 5, 2026

LA County leaders discuss safety as UCI study shows heat disparities across county parks

Local leaders in LA County met in Compton to discuss safety amid rising summer temperatures, following a UCI study revealing significant heat disparities in…

Local News May 3, 2026

Endorsement: No on Los Angeles County’s Measure ER sales tax increase

Los Angeles County voters will decide on Measure ER, a proposed sales tax increase from 9.75% to 10.25%. Critics argue it misleads voters about its intended…

Local News May 1, 2026

State officials sue California kratom manufacturer

California officials are suing Ashlynn Marketing Group for continuing to manufacture and sell kratom, linked to fatal overdoses. The substance is deemed…

Local News May 1, 2026

‘A bit of a morbid story’: Salvaging the bicycles patients left behind at L.A. County General

Olin Reyes, a 94-year-old bicycle shop owner, is salvaging bicycles left behind by patients at Los Angeles General Medical Center. Each bike has a sticker with…

Local News May 1, 2026

Your guide to the L.A. County Superior Court judge elections: every competitive race

The L.A. County Superior Court elections on June 2 feature 15 seats, with 11 competitive races. Three incumbents are defending their positions, while eight are…

Local News May 1, 2026

Your guide to L.A. County's proposed healthcare sales tax

L.A. County voters will decide in June on a proposed half-cent sales tax to support public health services amid significant federal funding cuts. The tax would…

Local News Apr 29, 2026

LA County Aviation Commission holds meeting over Whiteman Airport safety concerns

The LA County Aviation Commission met to discuss Whiteman Airport safety concerns after a recent crash injured a pilot. Opinions varied on the airport's…

Local News Apr 29, 2026

Los Angeles County tax hike should not be the fallback plan for federal failure

Los Angeles County voters face a proposed half-cent sales tax increase, termed the "Essential Services Restoration Act," as a response to federal funding cuts.…

Local News Apr 29, 2026

‘This is like the Russian mafia’: L.A. judge elections see unusual drama

Judicial elections in Los Angeles are heating up as two incumbents face serious challenges amid allegations of misconduct. Judge Robert Draper, 84, and Judge…