LAFD funding measure heads to November ballot as firefighters warn of lagging response times
Another tax hike could be on the horizon for Los Angeles. The LA City Council voted 14-0 to place a measure on the November ballot that would raise the local sales tax to 10.25%.
Another tax hike could be on the horizon for Los Angeles. The LA City Council voted 14-0 to place a measure on the November ballot that would raise the local sales tax to 10.25%.
10.25% LA sales tax to appear on Nov. ballot
The Los Angeles City Council voted 14-0 to place a half-cent sales tax increase on the November ballot to secure additional funding for the Los Angeles Fire Department. If approved by voters, the tax hike would push LA's current sales tax from 9.75% to 10.25%.
The Los Angeles City Council voted 14-0 to place a half-cent sales tax increase on the November ballot to secure additional funding for the Los Angeles Fire Department. If approved by voters, the tax hike would push LA's current sales tax from 9.75% to 10.25%.
Tucker Carlson says he’s no longer supporting the Republican Party: ‘I’m out’
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
California bans Glock-style handguns from commercial sale
Assembly Bill 1127 bans California retail dealers from selling new Glock-style handguns due to trigger conversion risks, while protecting current ownership.
Assembly Bill 1127 bans California retail dealers from selling new Glock-style handguns due to trigger conversion risks, while protecting current ownership.
Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will step down as leader of the governing Labour Party, ending a tenure that lasted less than two years after his landslide victory in 2024.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will step down as leader of the governing Labour Party, ending a tenure that lasted less than two years after his landslide victory in 2024.
Federal judge sides with Trump administration on releasing Biden interview, gives three weeks for appeal
The audio and transcript of an interview between former President Joe Biden and a ghostwriter can be released to a conservative group, a federal judge ruled Friday.
The audio and transcript of an interview between former President Joe Biden and a ghostwriter can be released to a conservative group, a federal judge ruled Friday.
Tulsi Gabbard accuses Fauci of Wuhan lab COVID cover-up
On her final day as Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard released a wave of declassified documents targeted at Dr. Anthony Fauci. In a final video message, Gabbard accused the former top health official of using American taxpayer dollars to fund dangerous gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and subsequently misleading Congress under oath about the origins of the pandemic. Dr. Fauci has not yet publicly commented on this latest document release, but he holds a pre-emptive pardon issued by former President Joe Biden in January 2025. Gabbard is officially stepping down from her role as Intel Chief to care for her husband during his battle with cancer.
On her final day as Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard released a wave of declassified documents targeted at Dr. Anthony Fauci. In a final video message, Gabbard accused the former top health official of using American taxpayer dollars to fund dangerous gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology and subsequently misleading Congress under oath about the origins of the pandemic. Dr. Fauci has not yet publicly commented on this latest document release, but he holds a pre-emptive pardon issued by former President Joe Biden in January 2025. Gabbard is officially stepping down from her role as Intel Chief to care for her husband during his battle with cancer.
Newsom fined for failing to report $5M in solicited donations on time
The funds were mostly to support Palisades and Eaton fire recovery efforts.
The funds were mostly to support Palisades and Eaton fire recovery efforts.
Padilla announces efforts to strengthen election security
The bill authorizes a $10 billion immediate investment over three years for election administration funding at the state and local level ahead of the 2026 and 2028 elections.
The bill authorizes a $10 billion immediate investment over three years for election administration funding at the state and local level ahead of the 2026 and 2028 elections.
Report: White House delaying release of voting machine security study
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
US-Iran peace talks postponed over tensions in Lebanon
U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland planned for Friday were cancelled as fighting flared in Lebanon, creating new uncertainty about the timing of negotiations vital to ensure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping.
U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland planned for Friday were cancelled as fighting flared in Lebanon, creating new uncertainty about the timing of negotiations vital to ensure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to global shipping.
Trump administration to cut student loan interest rates
With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.
With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.
Key dates in California elections calendar
July 2 is the final day for county elections officials to certify results.
July 2 is the final day for county elections officials to certify results.
Los Angeles voters could decide whether noncitizens can fill ballot in city elections
The Los Angeles City Council voted 10-5 to advance a measure that would let voters decide whether noncitizens can vote in city and Los Angeles Unified School District elections.
The Los Angeles City Council voted 10-5 to advance a measure that would let voters decide whether noncitizens can vote in city and Los Angeles Unified School District elections.
Trump, Iran's president digitally sign deal to end war
The interim agreement, signed late Wednesday, starts the clock on a 60-day negotiating window to resolve key issues around the future of Iran’s nuclear program.
The interim agreement, signed late Wednesday, starts the clock on a 60-day negotiating window to resolve key issues around the future of Iran’s nuclear program.
Fox News Poll: Most rate the economy negatively, including half of Republicans
It’s less than five months until the midterm elections and voters are not happy with what’s in their wallets.
It’s less than five months until the midterm elections and voters are not happy with what’s in their wallets.
Trump, Iran sign tentative deal in push to end war
President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a tentative deal in hopes of getting closer to ending the war.
President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a tentative deal in hopes of getting closer to ending the war.
Kristi Noem warns of 'coordinated' effort to funnel Chinese nationals into US
Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleges China is running a coordinated "travel agency"-style operation to funnel Chinese nationals across U.S. borders using documents and buses.
Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleges China is running a coordinated "travel agency"-style operation to funnel Chinese nationals across U.S. borders using documents and buses.
New California laws taking effect July 1, 2026
A wave of new laws hits California on July 1. From minimum wage hikes and school cell phone bans to stricter rules for self-driving robotaxis, here is what is changing in your community.
A wave of new laws hits California on July 1. From minimum wage hikes and school cell phone bans to stricter rules for self-driving robotaxis, here is what is changing in your community.