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Gov. Gavin Newsom Launches “Heat Ready CA” for Extreme Heat

July 14, 2023
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Proposition 15 Split Roll

To combat extreme heat, Governor Gavin Newsom has launched “Heat Ready CA,” a $20 million campaign to ensure residents are prepared.

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Mayor Bass Updates State of Emergency on Homelessness

July 11, 2023
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has signed a renewal on the city’s state of emergency on homelessness.

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California and Trucking Manufacturers Reach Deal on the Phasing out of Diesel Trucks

July 10, 2023
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The State of California and prominent truck manufacturers have reached a deal to ensure the state’s ban on the sale of diesel trucks will not face legal challenges.

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Imelda Padilla Declares Victory in District 6 Special Election

July 7, 2023
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People Voting

Imelda Padilla has officially claimed victory in the special election for City Council District 6, defeating Marisa Alcaraz.

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LAHSA Releases 2023 Homeless Count

July 6, 2023
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The 2023 Homeless Count for Los Angeles County has been released, and officials are disappointed by the results.

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Can Congestion Pricing Improve Public Transit?

July 4, 2023
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There is no denying traffic congestion is one of LA’s major evils. How we can fix this problem is widely debated, yet a new solution has come into the conversation: congestion pricing.

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Glendale to Transition to Zero-Emission Bus Fleet

July 3, 2023
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The Glendale City Council has announced a resolution that would transition the city’s bus fleet to zero emissions.

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LADWP Ends Nonpayment Power and Water Shutoffs During Extreme Weather

June 30, 2023
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The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s board has voted to end water and power shutoffs due to nonpayment during cases of extreme weather.

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Newsom and Legislators Reach Agreement on the Budget

June 29, 2023
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Newsom Eviction Moratorium

California Governor Gavin Newsom and Legislative leaders have reached an agreement on the state’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

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LA County Receives $60 Million State Grant to Increase Services in Skid Row

June 27, 2023
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Los Angeles County has announced that it has received a $60 million state grant to fund housing projects and provide services for the unhoused population at Skid Row.

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