Dog years: A decade as a MAGA exile in Los Angeles

Twelve years ago, my mother became manic. She was missing for several days before being found on the Hawaiian island of Molokai. The fugue state in which she transforms into her nightmarish self, with glowing eyes and a barrage of unusual insults and delusions, whipping those she loves, lasts for about 6 months until someone […]

Los Angeles Times owner vows to shake things up

The billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times says the paper is confusing news and opinion and vowed to move the paper in a different direction where all voices are heard and represented. Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, who bought the Los Angeles Times in 2018, told “Fox News at Night” on Thursday that he wanted the […]

British woman busted at Los Angeles airport with meth-soaked t-shirts

A British university student has been arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on suspicion of trying to smuggle 13 white T-shirts soaked with methamphetamine. Mya Sakwa Mante, 20, is charged with possession of illegal drugs with intent to distribute, among other charges. $5 million worth of meth hidden in fake watermelon packaging seized at U.S.-Mexico […]

Los Angeles officials vow to fast-track ‘sanctuary city’ law after Trump victory

Los Angeles City Council members say they are working to expedite legislation that would declare Los Angeles a “sanctuary city” for illegal immigrants following President-elect Trump's victory last week. The legislation would prohibit federal immigration officials from accessing city databases and would also prohibit city resources from being used for immigration enforcement. The ordinance was […]

Los Angeles Votes to Raise Sales Tax to Fund Homeless Services

Voters in Los Angeles County chose to pass Measure A, which increases sales tax by a quarter of a percent to fund homeless services. The referendum, which until recently was considered questionable, passed It has received 57% support. CalMatters.org reported (emphasis in original): Measure A,In other words Leading in the number of votes counted so […]