Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis announced a bid for the new CA‑38 Congressional seat created by Prop 50, returning to federal politics and kicking off a crowded local primary.

An NLRB regional office has cleared the way for a union election covering roughly 2,500 non‑tenure USC faculty, setting up a high‑stakes legal fight with the university. Organizers hailed the decision while USC continues to contest the case.

Lawmakers authorized a state audit of federally backed fusion centers amid concerns about surveillance, oversight and federal spending.

Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez pleaded guilty to a conflict‑of‑interest felony and was sentenced to two years’ probation, 200 hours of community service and is barred from public office.

A Sacramento committee advanced AB 1566 after a heated hearing over whether aligning law with county practice will cut needless investigations or leave children at risk.

A West Hollywood public safety commissioner alleges Councilmember John Erickson warned he’d lose his appointment for supporting a council candidate. Erickson denies the allegation.

Letters from OC San told Rhone Lane homeowners to remove pools and fences that sit atop a 69‑inch sewer easement; the agency's bid calendar shows the cleanup moving toward procurement.

A LASD West Hollywood Station clip showing stop signs altered to read “STOP ICE” was deleted after residents and city officials blasted the post as political and unsafe.

Long Beach will inventory parks and schools named for César Chávez after reporting raised abuse allegations. Officials say community input will guide any renaming decisions.

The Board of Supervisors ordered a quick overhaul of how mental‑health care is delivered to people living outdoors — prioritizing street teams, shared data and a 90‑day progress check. The motion places the new Homeless Services and Housing department at the center of the effort.

Two former LA County Assessor employees were awarded damages after alleging the office favored connected property owners; one co‑plaintiff received no damages.

Sheriff Chad Bianco’s office has taken custody of more than 650,000 Riverside ballots for a hand count, prompting rebukes from state officials and court oversight.

The state’s petroleum watchdog has opened probes into some gas stations after sudden pump‑price spikes. Regulators are collecting records to see whether illegal gouging occurred.