Santa Clarita after-school employee charged with six counts of lewd acts on a child

Elizabeth Elizarraraz was taken into custody on March 12 following allegations of sexual assault involving a minor at a Santa Clarita after-school program.

405 Freeway gridlock: Caltrans warns of major Sepulveda Pass delays this weekend

Caltrans is warning of major lane reductions and ramp closures on the 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass from March 20-23 as part of a $143.7 million pavement rehabilitation project.

California renames César Chávez Day to Farmworkers Day amid abuse allegations

LA officials as well as California legislative leaders are renaming César Chávez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual assault allegations against the late labor leader.

Cesar Chavez Day renamed in Los Angeles
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On Wednesday, Los Angeles officials announced "Cesar Chavez Day " will be renamed "Farmworker Day." 

Man rescued from Pomona construction site
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A man was taken to the hospital after being rescued from a construction site in Pomona. 

LAUSD addresses strike threat by teachers, employees
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The union seeks a 17% wage increase over two years, citing high living costs, while the district has countered with an 8% raise and a 3% bonus.

Bass to speak on Cesar Chavez allegations
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The New York Times first reported Wednesday that it found Chavez groomed and sexually abused young girls who worked in the movement. Dolores Huerta, too, revealed to the newspaper that she was a victim of the abuse in her 30s.

LAPD mourns death of Officer Daniel N. Malek

Los Angeles Police Department Officer Daniel N. Malek of the Northeast Area station passed away on March 13, officials announced.

2 arrested in connection with Oxnard stabbing

Oxnard police have arrested Diego and Alexis Arellano for a March 12 stabbing that left a victim with serious injuries.

LAUSD unions announce April 14 strike
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In January, roughly 94% of the union's members voted to authorize their leaders to call a strike.

Possibly armed suspect shot by LAPD officers in downtown LA

LAPD officers shot an armed suspect near Seventh Street and Ceres Avenue in downtown Los Angeles Thursday morning following a standoff at an RV.

LAUSD unions announce April 14 strike
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The announcement came during a large rally held in Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles featuring members of United Teachers Los Angeles, Service Employees International Union Local 99 and Associated Administrators of Los Angeles.

LA looking to distance itself from Cesar Chavez
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Calls to rename public spaces, schools and even a county holiday honoring César Chávez gained momentum Thursday as local leaders and activists continued grappling with the stunning allegations of rape and sexual abuse against the late labor leader.

Damaged cargo ship losing containers
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A cargo ship at the Port of Long Beach is under watch after dozens of containers were damaged or lost during a turbulent Pacific voyage.