Jail watchdog faces elimination under L.A. County plan
An oversight body that has documented and exposed substandard jail conditions for decades would cease to exist if the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors…
Watchdogs say new L.A. County policy is an attempt to muzzle criticism
L.A. County’s watchdogs suddenly need to ask permission before barking to the press and public.County oversight officials and civil rights advocates are raising concerns about…
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…
Fewer than 20% of L.A. residents give Bass’ fire response high marks
Weeks after fires ravaged the region, many Angelenos were dissatisfied with Mayor Karen Bass’ leadership, a new poll has found.A little over 40% of registered…
Official says L.A. County may defy state order to close juvenile hall
A top L.A. County probation official has said the agency won’t obey a state order to vacate Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall this month, potentially setting…
L.A. County faces its most important reform in decades
Supporters of Measure G declared victory this week, eking out a win with roughly 51% support. While the Los Angeles County charter changes didn’t get…
‘Five little queens’ will be nine, as Measure G backers claim victory
The so-called “five little queens” will have to make some room.The backers of a ballot measure to expand the L.A. County Board of Supervisors claimed…
Last-minute guide: L.A. voters could dramatically reshape government. What to know
For decades, critics have said Los Angeles County government does not work. Just five elected officials run the largest county in the nation, with what…
Measure G created a rift among the county supervisors. It’s not going away.
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Rebecca Ellis, with help from my colleague David Zahniser, lining…