Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass appoints Dr. Etsemaye P. Agonafer as the first Deputy Mayor of Homelessness and Community Health to address the homelessness crisis.

Long Beach welcomed the first class of its Public Service Corps, with 48 college fellows starting at city departments, an initiative praised by Mayor Richardson for fostering local talent and public service careers.

LA County has introduced a new Juvenile Safety and Welfare Task Force, led by Probation Chief Guillermo Viera Rosa, to address illegal drug contraband in juvenile centers, specifically targeting fentanyl.

Redondo Beach Mayor Bill Brand has passed away, with Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn expressing deep sorrow, acknowledging his dedication to the city and his fight with cancer.

The LA County Sheriff's Department received over $1.6 million for gun violence reduction and to enforce Senate Bill 320, which includes an online portal for gun relinquishment processes.

The Justice Department's PCSF met in Los Angeles to address procurement collusion, with officials highlighting the urgency of protecting government spending and fair competition.

LA County's Probation Department failed to meet BSCC standards at juvenile halls, with officials acknowledging the need for system reform and requesting more time for compliance.

Dominic H. Choi is appointed as the Interim Chief of the LAPD, becoming the city's first Asian-American leader of the police force, commencing March 1, 2024.

Assistant Chief Dominic Choi is set to become the Interim Chief of Police for the LAPD, succeeding retiring Chief Michel Moore, as praised by Moore for his experience and leadership.

Manhattan Beach withdraws from the lawsuit against LA County's "zero-bail" policy to focus on local safety strategies.

Theresa Morales, a dedicated community advocate, has been reappointed to the LA Harbor Area Cemetery District to maintain the historic Wilmington Cemetery.

Vote-by-mail ballots for Riverside County's Presidential Primary Election on March 5 are being sent out, with options for early voting and no-postage drop-off available.

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed a motion to provide female firefighters and lifeguards with uniforms that fit properly, addressing safety and equity concerns.