No More Secret Sauce: California Chains Forced to Flag Allergens on Menus
SB 68 will require chain restaurants to disclose nine major allergens on menus by July 1, 2026; advocates celebrated at the Capitol while industry warned of costs.
Seven Hopefuls, Three Chairs As San Fernando City Hall Race Heats Up
Seven candidates are vying for three San Fernando City Council seats on June 2. Two incumbents are running and the mayor did not file, making at least one new councilor likely.
Sacramento Pushes To Cut Alleged Rapists Out Of Custody Fights
SB 1364 would let judges bar custody or unsupervised visitation when a child was conceived in an alleged sexual assault; the bill passed the Senate and now moves to the Assembly. Survivors’ advocates say the change fills a gap where criminal convictions are rare.
Black Caucus Turns Up Heat On Newsom For $500 Million Public Hospital Lifeline
Black lawmakers and hospital leaders are pushing for a $500M emergency fund to stabilize 17 public hospitals facing billions in federal and state cuts. Advocates say the money would stave off unit closures and layoffs.
Pasadena School Board Pauses Closures as Recall Fight Intensifies
After a stormy meeting, Pasadena Unified trustees rejected a consultant’s equity analysis and paused the consolidation process as recall notices were served to two trustees. The decision forces the district to start over if closures are revived.
L.A. Immigrant Lifeline Shaken as Feds Put Mexican Consulates Under Review
A U.S. review of Mexico’s consulates has left Angelenos worried that offices providing passports, birth records and legal aid could be scaled back. Community leaders warn closures would strip essential services from vulnerable families.












