Santa Monica City Council implemented permanent reforms to boost local business, easing regulations on live entertainment and liquor permits to rejuvenate downtown areas like Third Street Promenade.

California reports falling crime rates in 2024, including declines in violent crimes and homicides, contrasting with President Trump's controversial federal actions.

Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto has added 13 cities to a coalition supporting a lawsuit against ICE and CBP over alleged unconstitutional arrests.

The Trump administration demanded a $1 billion settlement from UCLA for alleged antisemitism, alongside freezing $584 million in federal grants to the university.

Governor Newsom filed a FOIA request to uncover costs of Trump's "illegal militarization" in Los Angeles and is fighting the economic impacts of Trump's policies on California.

Mayor Karen Bass opened the Eland Solar-plus-Storage Center in Los Angeles, a major renewable energy project expected to power over 266,000 homes and contribute to the city's clean energy goals.

The DOJ released a list of sanctuary jurisdictions that allegedly hinder federal immigration law, aligning with Trump's Executive Order to combat such localities.

California recouped $168 billion in federal funds through successful legal actions against the Trump administration, with a $5 million litigation cost.

California unveils the world's largest civilian helicopter firefighting fleet with 16 Sikorsky S-70i Fire Hawks, in response to reduced federal firefighting support.

Trump's federalization of the National Guard in LA led to a 57% drop in fentanyl seizures, disrupting public safety and economic stability in California.

Long Beach's Public Works Director, Eric Lopez, is leaving for a new role at Pacifica Services Inc. after spearheading transformative projects for the city.

Pentagon continues withdrawing troops from Los Angeles, further reducing National Guard numbers to 250. Mayor Bass celebrates this as a victory, while Governor Newsom advocates for the release of the remaining 300 troops.

The Los Angeles City Council banned racial and gender slurs in its meetings, aiming to improve decorum and potentially facing First Amendment challenges.