Race for California governor continues to heat up, with Trump critic Rep. Eric Swalwell jumping in
San Francisco Bay Area Democrat Eric Swalwell, a nettlesome foil and frequent target of President Trump and Republicans, on Thursday announced his bid for California governor. The congressman declared his…
Cal State trustees lift salary caps on executive compensation
Amid protests from employee unions, California State University trustees on Wednesday approved the elimination of salary caps for top executives, allowing for higher pay packages as they recruit for presidents…
L.A. mayor doesn’t share her take on Dodger Stadium gondola project
The Los Angeles City Council challenged Mayor Karen Bass last week, overwhelmingly passing a resolution urging Metro to kill the proposed Dodger Stadium gondola and urging Bass to lend her…
Flying without a Real ID? It could cost you $18
Travelers who attempt to fly without a Real ID or passport could be subject to a new airport security screening program that carries an $18 fee. On Thursday the TSA…
California regulators approve rules to curb methane leaks and prevent fires at landfills
In one of the most important state environmental decisions this year, California air regulators adopted new rules designed to reduce methane leaks and better respond to disastrous underground fires at…
L.A. Olympics adds Republican figures to board who have ties to Trump
LA28, the committee behind the Olympic Games coming to Los Angeles, quietly added to its roster of directors some high-profile Republicans with ties to President Trump. The 35-member volunteer board…
Driver accused of fatally hitting boy was previously arrested for driving drunk outside a school
The pickup truck driver arrested on suspicion of hitting and killing a middle school student Tuesday morning in Dana Point had two previous DUI convictions, according to law enforcement officials.…
Another judge rejects ex-sheriff’s lawsuit over ‘do not rehire’ label
A state judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed by former Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva that alleged the county defamed him, violated his rights and unfairly flagged his…
Trump administration proposes oil lease sales off the Pacific Coast
The Trump administration on Thursday announced plans to open federal waters in the Pacific Ocean to new oil and gas leases for the first time in more than four decades.…
Housing Tracker: Southern California home values rise slightly in October
Southern California home prices rose in October, stopping a five-month skid that saw the average home value fall more than $14,000 since April. In October, the average home price across…