Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The City Council elected Paul Krekorian as its new president Oct. 18, following a four-hour meeting that was held […]
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Harris-Dawson speaks out on council controversy
By Ray Richardson Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Eighth District City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson admitted he’s become more outspoken and defiant in the aftermath […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Reform proposals won’t change City Hall
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist The reform proposals for the Los Angeles City Council have flown fast and furious in the days after three […]
‘VILE’ AND ‘UNACCEPTABLE’: Racial remarks cause City Hall turmoil, backlash
By Ray Richardson Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — City Councilman Curren Price expressed interest in the job of City Council president this week after […]
Bonin not ready to forgive council colleagues
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — City Councilman Mike Bonin, whose 2-year-old Black adopted son was the target of racially charged remarks caught on tape […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Council members reveal arrogance of power
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist Former Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez resigned her post Oct. 10. Almost certainly she will resign her […]
Nury Martinez resigns from council after racial remarks
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — City Councilwoman Nury Martinez resigned her council seat Oct. 12, days after the release of a recorded conversation from […]
Mayor’s race pits Bass against Caruso’s money
By Ray Richardson Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — The top three candidates battling to become the next mayor of Los Angeles — billionaire real estate […]
Bass’ mayoral bid seen as game changer for L.A.
Her national stature and political savvy could pay dividends, some activists say By Janice Hayes Kyser Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES – U.S. Rep. Karen Bass’ […]
Karen Bass officially enters L.A. mayor’s race
Wave Staff and Wire Services LOS ANGELES — U.S. Rep. Karen Bass made it official Sept. 27, announcing her candidacy for mayor of Los Angeles. […]