Santa Monica Prioritizes Local Homeless with New Permanent Supportive Housing Initiative
Santa Monica focuses on homelessness through Permanent Supportive Housing projects like The Laurel, reserving them for its "Santa Monica Priority Population" with strict eligibility criteria, but offers alternative resources for others.
Governor Newsom Calls for Immediate Cell Phone Restrictions in California Schools to Enhance Learning and Mental Health
Governor Newsom urges California schools to restrict cell phone use to improve student focus and mental health, citing the authority of AB 272 and positive outcomes from schools with bans.
Mayor Karen Bass Initiates Major Safety Overhaul Near Schools as Los Angeles Prioritizes Student Safety
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced the completion of over 450 School Slow Zones and more than 250 speed humps to improve safety near schools, along with recruiting more crossing guards.
Mayor Bass Champions Policy Shift Boosting Eligibility for Veteran Housing in Los Angeles
The U.S. HUD has changed its policy to increase housing eligibility for veterans, an effort supported by Mayor Bass and other mayors to prevent veterans from having to choose between housing and disability benefits.
Los Angeles County Expands "Breathe" Program, Providing Financial Aid to Over 2,000 Former Foster Youths
LA County is expanding its "Breathe" program, providing over 2,000 former foster youth with regular income stipends to aid their transition to independence, backed by a $15 million investment.












