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L.A. County warns of major service cuts as labor union rejects $5,000 bonus offer
Essential public services, including youth programs, parks and legal aid, could face significant cuts if labor negotiations with SEIU Local…
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Los Angeles consumers and retailers brace for higher prices, milk shortages as dairy workers vote to strike
Shoppers and businesses across Los Angeles could soon see milk and dairy products in short supply after workers at Dairy…
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New study reveals L.A.’s park crisis: 1.5 million live in neighborhoods with no green space nearby
SAN FRANCISCO — As some major U.S. cities funnel record-high investment in their parks, the future of green space remains…
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L.A. elected officials join new coalition to push for higher minimum wage
A new coalition of labor unions, community organizations, and elected officials is set to launch a campaign aimed at raising…
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Memorial Day ceremony goes on after veterans statue vandalized in Paramount
PARAMOUNT — In one of numerous Memorial Day events held around the Southland May 26, the Paramount Elks Club’s annual…
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California lawmakers hear from NAACP, AKAs, Black women’s groups on reparations, voting rights and more
SACRAMENTO — Several influential, Black-focused organizations from across California convened in May 19 to engage with elected officials and lobby…
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Hundreds gather at state capitol to spotlight surge in hate incidents
SACRAMENTO — The Stop the Hate Program continues to raise awareness about the importance of people uniting to restore respect…
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Los Angeles to clear millions in medical debt for 134,000 residents
LOS ANGELES — More than 134,000 Los Angeles County residents will begin receiving notices this week by mail as part…
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Workers rally at California capitol to urge stronger safety enforcement amid climate risks
SACRAMENTO — Employees from industries across the private and public sectors — including utility, domestic, janitorial, health care, oil and…
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California childhood literacy bill clears major hurdle, paving the way for stronger early reading education
By Antonio Ray Harvey Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — The Assembly Committee on Education passed previously stalled legislation after an agreement…
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