Large $177M agreement for tenant organizations that frequently litigate against L.A. stopped at City Hall
A contentious vote on a $177 million funding proposal for tenant rights legislation in Los Angeles was unexpectedly postponed on Tuesday, and the reasons behind this decision were not clearly communicated to the public. This action was taken without any prior discussion in the City Council, leaving many in the dark about the reasoning for […]
Commuters in New York City face travel challenges on subways and trains following a record-setting blizzard.
Commuters faced ongoing disruptions in the city on Tuesday due to subway service suspensions and delays. The following day, MTA Administrator Jano Lieber reassured New Yorkers that “we are here for you” and that “the system is working,” although many felt otherwise. By Tuesday morning’s rush hour, the entire C line was shut down, pushing […]
Cocaine used to be served like room service at the Gramercy Park Hotel in New York City.
The Gramercy Park Hotel: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Legacy It all began with David Bowie in February 1973. Too ostentatious for some of the more esteemed hotels, Bowie landed at the Gramercy Park Hotel, decked out in a kimono and sporting his fiery red mullet. He was in New York to perform at Radio City […]
Ex-LAFD chief Kristin Crowley sues the city of Los Angeles
Christine Crowley, the former director of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), has initiated a lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles, alleging violations of labor laws after her dismissal by Mayor Karen Bass. Crowley was dismissed just weeks following the tragic Palisades fire. She contends that her termination infringed upon protections outlined in state […]
Why relocating to a less expensive city is making renters pay more
Monthly housing costs briefly dropped in early 2026, yet in certain urban areas where affordable jobs are prevalent, renters are experiencing rising expenses. This shift stems largely from an influx of renters moving from lower-cost cities, drawn in by attractively low rents. This migration inadvertently increases prices by reducing the availability of units, making it […]
Gang violence risks spreading to California as drug cartels wreak havoc on border city
The ongoing cartel violence is becoming a serious concern in California, particularly as the situation escalates in the Mexican city of Tijuana. This unrest has intensified following the assassination of a prominent drug lord. On Monday, suspected members of the cartel set vehicles ablaze, created roadblocks, and targeted local businesses near the border wall in […]
City council in L.A. plans to issue $177 million in payments to activist nonprofits, including those that have sued the city.
The Los Angeles City Council is set to vote on Tuesday regarding a significant agreement estimated at around $177 million, which would direct taxpayer funds to several influential tenant advocacy nonprofits, some of which have a history of suing the city. This proposal, backed by Councilor Nithya Raman, a candidate for mayor, aims to secure […]
Woman taken into custody for reportedly creating Molotov cocktails in a suburban city.
A woman from Texas was taken into custody after police reported that she tested a Molotov cocktail, which resulted in a series of fires in a Dallas suburb. Last week, officials from the Commerce Police Department were looking into various fires that occurred in Commerce, Texas, within a span of 36 hours. On Saturday night, […]
New York City is completely frozen once more — even the mayor’s words couldn’t heat us up.
It’s snowing in the city too It snowed again, and I found myself humming “Let It Snow.” Back in 1945, California was dealing with a heatwave. During this time, emerging American songwriters Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne entertained locals who were sipping soda by the pool. Vaughan Monroe recorded it that same year. Frank Sinatra […]
Jersey City invested $20 million in a museum that has not been constructed.
Jersey City has officially scrapped the much-anticipated Pompidou project after squandering $20 million in taxpayer funds on preparations that didn’t result in any actual construction or exhibitions. As reported, the Pompidou x Jersey City initiative incurred substantial costs, employing various consultants without producing a single piece of art or laying down any bricks. “We had […]