Dolly Parton’s cause of death: Country music icon battled cancer
Dolly Parton had reportedly been battling cancer before her death. A spokesperson for Parton’s estate confirmed the cause…
Behested payments aren’t illegal, but they are a problem
After Gov. Gavin Newsom announced this week that the U.S. Department of Justice may be investigating his wife,…
The U.S. is investigating two more Mexican governors for connections to cartels
MEXICO CITY — The U.S. is investigating two prominent Mexican governors, multiple sources said, as the Trump administration expands…
Powerful lobby takes the wrong approach to homelessness downtown
To the editor: Roger Vincent and Itzel Luna’s story about downtown L.A. business owners’ demands that city officials…
Contributor: You don’t have to be wealthy to worry about California’s wealth tax
Californians will face two competing tax measures this November. The first is the Billionaire Tax Act, a one-time,…
From the Alameda County Board of Supervisors | Mailbox
In response to numerous questions from community-based organizations about Senator Wahab’s bill SB1193, our office released the attached…
The Tijuana River is an emergency, coalition says and proposes package to clean it up
The heinously polluted Tijuana River, which has sickened residents and even researchers with its hydrogen sulfide fumes, is…
Here’s why Eric Swalwell escaped accountability for so long
The implosion of Eric Swalwell’s gubernatorial campaign and his once-promising political career has left a great many questions…
Newsom leads Harris for president among California Democrats, poll finds
SACRAMENTO — Californians have never been forced to choose between Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris, two homegrown political darlings, during…
Rep. Kevin Kiley to run for California’s 6th District under ‘no party preference’
LAKE, AND THEY EXPECT TO REOPEN THE BOAT RAMP MID-MONTH. NOW TO OUR COMMITMENT 2026 COVERAGE. CONGRESSMAN KEVIN…
Assessing national redistricting fight as midterm vote begins
Donald Trump has never been one to play by the rules. Whether it’s stiffing contractors as a real…
Letters: L.A. Mayor Karen Bass deserves another term
Feb. 13, 2026 5:30 AM PT To the editor: Homelessness in Los Angeles started to become a major…