Six L.A. political stories we’ll be tracking in 2026
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s David Zahniser, dishing…
Start 2026 by playing Plant Bingo in Southern California
Welcome to 2026! Cue the horns, confetti 🎉 and sighs of relief that we can finally put 2025…
LAFD leaders tried to cover up Palisades fire mistakes. The truth still emerged
Pacific Palisades had been burning for less than two hours when word raced through the ranks of the…
You shared what made Altadena and Pacific Palisades special. LAist drew it
It was the everyday moments of saying hello to neighbors. The soundtrack of crashing waves on the walk…
The most-read Los Angeles Times stories of 2025
2025 was challenging for Angelenos. The year began with the double firestorms, and chaos and uncertainty continued into…
How state’s fire victims can take control of recovery | Editorial
Is there a government that LA’s fire victims can depend upon? Probably not. Which is why they should…
Evacuation warning extended in Pacific Palisades – NBC Los Angeles
As Los Angeles remains under a local state of emergency, city official Thursday extended the evacuation warning for…
Who is Bass running against? ‘The billionaire class,’ she says
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Noah Goldberg giving…
DWP prepares for cover replacement for Palisades Reservoir – NBC Los Angeles
The Department of Water and Power is expected to conduct a replacement cover project for the Santa Ynez…
For L.A. mayor, a year of false starts
It was supposed to be a speech with a clear message of hope for survivors of the Palisades…
Pacific Palisades homeowner sues LA over Palisades Fire – NBC Los Angeles
The number of lawsuits against the city and county of Los Angeles grew Monday after a homeowner filed…
L.A. vs. LA28: Could the city sue over the cost of the Olympics?
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Noah Goldberg, with…