In Sacramento, Mayor Bass seeks state money to close nearly $1-billion budget gap
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass returned to Sacramento Wednesday to lobby state leaders for money to help close the city’s nearly $1-billion budget hole. This…
State Department unveils massive overhaul with reduced staff, bureaus
WASHINGTON — Secretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled a massive overhaul of the State Department on Tuesday, with plans to reduce staff in the U.S. by 15%…
In State of the City speech to a battered L.A., Bass strikes hopeful tone
With Los Angeles battered by multiple crises, Mayor Karen Bass vowed Monday in her State of the City address to rebuild at a record clip…
How DOGE mediator layoffs hurt Southern California workers, employers
In late March, Isael Hermosillo received an ominous message from his supervisor around 7 a.m. ordering him to cancel all his meetings scheduled that day.Hermosillo…
Five things to watch in Mayor L.A. Karen Bass’ proposed budget
Los Angeles is experiencing a full-blown budget crisis. A month ago, the financial gap was estimated at just shy of $1 billion, delivering another headache…
Problems pile up for Karen Bass as she finalizes her budget
For Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, the list of problems keeps piling up.She began the year facing a barrage of criticism over the city’s handling…
Five easy steps to transform your garden on a budget
IF YOUR outdoor space looks tired, it’s time for a refresh. The best part? You can do it yourself. With plenty of new season inspiration,…
L.A. County faces $2 billion in fire recovery costs, straining budget
Saddled with about $2 billion in fire recovery costs and the largest sex abuse settlement in U.S. history, the L.A. County government is facing about…
Trump’s policies, stock market volatility leave big questions for California budget planners
SACRAMENTO — As the stock market plummeted last week, California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas sat at his desk in the state Capitol and predicted that President Trump’s…
Trump administration to speed up building of California border wall
WASHINGTON — Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Tuesday bypassed environmental regulations to speed up the construction of about 2.5 miles of new border…
U.S. Senate approves Trump’s ‘beautiful bill’ on budget; resolution goes to House
John Thune, Republican Senate majority leader, is pictured at a weekly news conference with Republicans earlier this week. Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo…
At Leisure World, they’re up in arms, crying ‘hands off’ Social Security
Memo to President Trump and Elon Musk:If you keep messing with Social Security, Seal Beach Leisure World is coming for you.Members of two groups, Seniors…
Why are L.A. jails running out of buses to get inmates to court?
Zhoie Perez slouched against the holding cell wall in Men’s Central Jail and closed her eyes, hoping a guard would jolt her awake with the…
Aura Minerals Successfully Starts Ramp-Up at Borborema, On Schedule, Within Budget, and Setting an ESG Benchmark
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Travel expert says to avoid one type of hand luggage to dodge budget airline fees
A travel expert has shared a simple tip to avoid unexpected baggage fees when flying with budget airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz Air…
Fury as average price of pint to hit £5 for first time in weeks — and Labour’s hated budget ‘is to blame’
THE average price of a pint will spill over £5 for the first time next month — with pub chiefs blaming Labour’s tax raid.Drinkers will…
Cape Town – the cheapest long-haul destination for Brits with surprisingly budget flights
In wonderful Cape Town, reporter Richard Price searched out whales and tasted delicious wines whilst looking out at exquisite views at this top-value long-haul destination…
L.A. budget shortfall close to $1 billion; layoffs ‘nearly inevitable’
L.A.’s financial problems exploded into a full-blown crisis on Wednesday, with the city’s top budget official announcing that next year’s shortfall is now just shy…
Romney, Manchin join Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
U.S. News // 4 hours ago Judge blocks EPA from canceling $20 billion in Biden era grants March 19 (UPI) -- The Environmental Protection Agency…
After rift on shutdown, California Democrats refocus budget fight on Medicaid
After a bruising Washington battle that averted a government shutdown but broke their party in two last week, leading California Democrats are trying to project…