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Local News Apr 13, 2026

LA County CEO proposes $48.8 billion budget, warns of federal funding cuts

LA County's acting CEO proposes a $48.8 billion budget, including significant funding increases for social services and public defenders, while warning of…

Local News Apr 13, 2026

Fraud allegations, fires, federal cuts: What’s in L.A. County’s $48.8-billion budget plan

L.A. County's $48.8-billion budget includes $2.7 million to investigate fraud in sex abuse lawsuits. The funding aims to hire 10 new staff amid a surge of…

Local News Apr 12, 2026

Strike or not, Los Angeles Unified is on an unsustainable trajectory

Los Angeles Unified faces financial challenges as UTLA prepares for a potential strike. While UTLA claims the district is withholding funds, most reserves are…

Local News Apr 10, 2026

$500K Awarded for Topanga Beach Lagoon Restoration

The Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains has received $500,000 for the Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project, aiming to restore coastal…

Education Apr 9, 2026

California’s next governor faces tough calls on education as budget outlook dims

California's next governor will face tough decisions on education amid a dimming budget outlook, with proposals to shift control of the education department…

Education Apr 7, 2026

CA education finances

California's education system faces financial challenges, including declining enrollment and rising costs. Governor Newsom proposes shifting control of…

Education Apr 6, 2026

California’s next governor to face tough choices for education as state budget tightens

California's next governor faces tough choices for education as school districts near bankruptcy. A petition for the Children's Educational Opportunity Act…

Education Mar 21, 2026

Legislative Analyst sees merit in Gov. Newsom’s plan for realigning California’s school bureaucracy

Governor Newsom's plan to realign California's school bureaucracy has sparked debate, with critics questioning his commitment to children's welfare and the…

Opinion Mar 18, 2026

Cerritos College earns clean audit opinions for Measure G and Measure CC bond programs

Cerritos College has earned clean audit opinions for its Measure G and Measure CC bond programs, confirming responsible management of funds. The audits reveal…

Community Mar 13, 2026

A Message From Cerritos Mayor Frank Yokoyama

Cerritos Mayor Frank Yokoyama discussed the city's financial challenges and plans for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget. Key initiatives include considering a…

Education Feb 18, 2026

Opinion | California school systems face red ink despite boosts in education spending

California's education system faces budget challenges despite increased spending. Governor Newsom's proposed budget for 2026-27 allocates $88.7 billion, yet…

Community Feb 9, 2026

From Commuters to Community: Cerritos College Secures Funding for Affordable Student Housing

Cerritos College is progressing with its 400-bed student housing project, aiming for completion in 2026. Recent updates include submitted architectural plans…