A Sherman Oaks homeowners forum will host a head-to-head debate between Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman Tuesday evening, a neighborhood preview of a TV debate.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Mayor Karen Bass as mail ballots go out ahead of the June 2 primary. The high-profile backing arrives while challengers have surged in recent fundraising.

A statewide clinic trade group and a rural provider sued to block a union‑backed ballot measure that would force clinics to spend 90% of revenue on direct care. The case raises questions about federal funding rules and the future of rural services.

Council approved a $486,760 DOJ COPS grant for de‑escalation training but attached a cover‑letter reservation tied to a federal injunction. The city says it will return unspent funds if conditions are reimposed.

A viral influencer pitch urged conservatives to back Mayor Karen Bass to block a progressive challenger — and the tactic has drawn fierce criticism across L.A.'s political scene.

A sudden spike in jet fuel has sent the cost of running California’s massive aerial firefighting fleet skyrocketing, complicating a budget built on bond and greenhouse funds.

Advocates want Los Angeles to boost funding for day‑labor centers to $3M, saying shelters and legal aid are overwhelmed after a wave of ICE raids.

A judge ruled the county watchdog can’t force deputies to show tattoos in interviews unless they receive Lybarger warnings, narrowing the OIG’s probe.

Xavier Becerra told California doctors he isn’t pushing single‑payer right now as the California Medical Association endorsed him. The move reshapes the health‑care fight in the governor’s race.

Spencer Pratt’s new ad juxtaposes rivals' mansions with his burned Palisades lot, escalating tensions in a crowded L.A. mayoral primary.

Open‑seat Long Beach District 7 has become a showdown over homelessness and Westside investment as candidates head into the June 2 primary. Voters will judge which approach wins out.

A crowded June 2 primary will decide who replaces Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis. Big names including Fiona Ma, Michael Tubbs and Josh Fryday are vying for the post.

Proposition 50 redrew CA‑27 and tilted it Democratic; the June 2 primary will test whether Rep. George Whitesides holds the seat against Jason Gibbs and two Democrats.