Burbank Airport Measles Scare: Seventh Case Confirmed In L.A. County
Los Angeles County confirmed a travel-related measles case that may have exposed people at Hollywood Burbank Airport and a nearby rental‑car counter; officials list exposure windows and vaccine guidance.
Capitol Firestorm: Cal Fire Pay Revolt Puts State Budget On The Hot Seat
AB 2129 would push Cal Fire salaries within 15% of 20 local departments, but Assembly estimates peg the cost at $373M–$609M — forcing a clash between recruitment needs and budget limits. Lawmakers and the governor face a tough choice.
Lakers Night Beatdown Costs L.A. $6.5 Million After Downtown Clash With LAPD
A jury awarded Pablo Vera $6.5M after finding the city and an LAPD officer liable for excessive force during post‑championship celebrations. Jurors found race played a role.
Sacramento Shake-Up as California Moves to List Jewish Identity as Ethnicity
Two California bills would add "Jewish" as an ethnicity on state forms and expand nonprofit security grants to cover off‑site events; both have cleared policy panels. Supporters say the changes will improve data and community safety.












