Brown Seeks Tax Vote Compromise, Budget Deal
Efforts by Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic lawmakers to court a handful of Republican lawmakers are expected to intensify this week as they seek to compromise on a plan to send a tax vote to the ballot.
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Efforts by Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic lawmakers to court a handful of Republican lawmakers are expected to intensify this week as they seek to compromise on a plan to send a tax vote to the ballot.
California's new governor faces daunting obstacles as he tries to erase a $26.6 billion budget gap, but one of the hardest to ignore is a pair of AM-radio shouters whose conservative-minded audience has a track record of making life uncomfortable, even miserable, for politicians who lose the pair's favor.
Officials say chances of survival are slim for a man who was taking pictures of the incoming tsunami waves off the California coastline.
The unemployment rate fell or held steady in 40 states in January, the latest sign that hiring is strengthening throughout the country.
Mayor Bob Foster issued a dire warning to pension policy makers at a forum entitled, "Is California Headed for a Super Storm of Unfunded Pension Liabilities?".
A new survey shows one-fifth of small business owners do not expect to stay in California longer than the next three years.
An economic forecast says those who blame California's high unemployment rate on its high taxes and onerous regulations aren't entirely correct.
The issue of when exactly someone becomes a pimp has reached the highest court in the state.
The governor of Wisconsin has signed it. So have most of the Republicans in California's Legislature.
Republican Assemblyman Brian Nestande says there are just too many bills being introduced in Sacramento.
The state controller's report comes as Gov. Jerry Brown moves to cut over 400 redevelopment agencies to send more local tax money to schools, police, and other local services.
California ferret owners are ramping up their campaign to persuade lawmakers, wildlife regulators and the public that it's time to overturn a ban that's been in place for nearly 80 years.
Even as new data shows the state's jobless rate slipped slightly in February, millions of Californians still remain out of work.
Some Anthem Blue Cross policyholders in California are facing rate hikes that will average almost 15 percent.
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's plan for an across-the-board freeze is similar to one being considered in the state legislature.
With the State of California teetering on the brink of insolvency all salaries are being scrutinized. Political Reporter Dave Bryan has the story of an East L.A. health care pioneer who heads a non-profit, while receiving a large salary.
The Board of Supervisors wants local lawmakers to withhold property taxes to cover costs as the county takes over state programs.
Gov. Jerry Brown says the 11 California police officers, sheriff's deputies and Highway Patrol officers who died last year exemplify a spirit and dedication to the state that should inspire lawmakers trying to crack the current budget impasse.
The Golden State is among the worst in the nation at job creation, according to a new Gallup survey.
The state hopes to recover hundreds of thousands of dollars ripped off from local African-American churches.
The state is suing four people over an alleged church scam involving a computer-kiosk leasing scheme.
The mayor of Tijuana says the violence has subsided and the infamous border town is now open for business.
Like the rest of the state, local community colleges are struggling to stay economically and academically viable.
A program designed to cross-check the immigration status of every person arrested in California with a U.S. database is now in place in every county.
Voters may soon have the final say on whether they pay sales tax on stuff they buy online.
The Dodgers fulfilled their promise to donate $1 million to families affected by the immigration enforcement operations in 2025.
Thousands of people have signed a petition asking Big Bear city leaders and Fourth of July event organizers to reconsider this year's fireworks show for the sake of the beloved bald eagle family.
Fans packed the streets in Santa Ana and celebrated Mexico's World Cup win on Wednesday.
Mookie Betts backed Shohei Ohtani with his 300th career home run, three hits and slick defense, as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 for a three-game sweep.
Shadowcast Pictures closed its doors after the pandemic, Hollywood strikes, an ongoing production drought and the rise of AI pushed it ot the edge.
The LAFD said smoke conditions have improved significantly in the area.
The Los Angeles Unified School District has appointed Andrés E. Chait as its new superintendent after Alberto Carvalho's resignation on Sunday.
A pair of earthquakes, the first measuring a magnitude of 7.2 and the second measuring in at 7.5, were reported Wednesday evening in northwest Venezuela, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The Dodgers fulfilled their promise to donate $1 million to families affected by the immigration enforcement operations in 2025.
Thousands of people have signed a petition asking Big Bear city leaders and Fourth of July event organizers to reconsider this year's fireworks show for the sake of the beloved bald eagle family.
The Dodgers fulfilled their promise to donate $1 million to families affected by the immigration enforcement operations in 2025.
Fans packed the streets in Santa Ana and celebrated Mexico's World Cup win on Wednesday.
Shadowcast Pictures closed its doors after the pandemic, Hollywood strikes, an ongoing production drought and the rise of AI pushed it ot the edge.
Police say that the crash happened on May 24 at around 11 p.m., when a pedestrian was crossing East 2nd Street and was struck by a dark-colored SUV.
An alleged arsonist has been arrested in connection with a "series of suspicious fires" in Culver City over the last few weeks, according to police.
Fans packed the streets in Santa Ana and celebrated Mexico's World Cup win on Wednesday.
The crash happened near the intersection of East Coast Highway and Newport Coast Drive at around 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, Newport Beach police said.
Kevin Pearsall, 59, of Long Beach, is facing several charges, including 23 misdemeanor counts of secretly filming another person.
The blaze was first reported at around 6:10 p.m. at a building in the 3200 block of MacArthur Boulevard, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.
Maribel Mechaca says her son was going through a mental health episode on June 14, when a 911 call was made to the Santa Ana Police Department.
Thousands of people have signed a petition asking Big Bear city leaders and Fourth of July event organizers to reconsider this year's fireworks show for the sake of the beloved bald eagle family.
The Rialto Police Department called the case "the most disturbing acts of cruelty" its investigators have ever encountered.
Two people have been arrested in connection with a shooting that left a 21-year-old man dead in Banning in early June.
A 19-year-old woman was found fatally shot inside a home in the 1000 block of Silver Star Circle in Colton last week.
Deputies were called to the 6000 block of Collins Street for reports of a man man who was swinging a hammer and reports of a female screaming in the area.
Mookie Betts backed Shohei Ohtani with his 300th career home run, three hits and slick defense, as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 for a three-game sweep.
President Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony on Wednesday for a housing affordability bill that passed Congress by wide bipartisan margins.
Freddie Freeman and Andy Pages each had three of the Dodgers' season high-tying 17 hits, Justin Wrobleski worked seven strong innings, and Los Angeles beat the Minnesota Twins 12-3 Tuesday night.
The Senate approved a House-passed resolution aimed at reining in President Trump on Iran, marking the first time such a measure has made it through both chambers.
The Supreme Court rejected a former Louisiana inmate's effort to sue state prison officials after they shaved his dreadlocks in violation of his religious beliefs.
The Senate late Wednesday rejected a measure aimed at restricting President Trump's power to wage war against Iran, a victory for Senate GOP leadership — and a shift from one day earlier.
Most Americans expect data centers to negatively impact the environment, local resources, although some see economic benefits
President Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony on Wednesday for a housing affordability bill that passed Congress by wide bipartisan margins.
A federal appeals court has allowed the Trump administration to move forward with an effort to expand fast-track deportations throughout the U.S.
The Senate approved a House-passed resolution aimed at reining in President Trump on Iran, marking the first time such a measure has made it through both chambers.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
Mookie Betts backed Shohei Ohtani with his 300th career home run, three hits and slick defense, as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 for a three-game sweep.
Nolan Schanuel reached third on an error and Logan O'Hoppe drove him in on a soft ground ball in the 10th inning as the Los Angeles Angels rallied back to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 7-6 on Wednesday.
Austin Reaves is re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year contract worth $185 million, setting a record for the highest deal ever given to an undrafted player.
Rookie right-hander Ryan Johnson gave up one hit over six scoreless innings, Nolan Schanuel hit an early two-run home run and the Los Angeles Angels earned a 5-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Freddie Freeman and Andy Pages each had three of the Dodgers' season high-tying 17 hits, Justin Wrobleski worked seven strong innings, and Los Angeles beat the Minnesota Twins 12-3 Tuesday night.
A judge has found that a man charged with murder in the stabbing of actor James Handy isn't mentally competent for criminal court proceedings.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
Record producer Tay Keith was found dead in his Nashville home by officers performing a welfare check, police said.
Thousands of people have signed a petition asking Big Bear city leaders and Fourth of July event organizers to reconsider this year's fireworks show for the sake of the beloved bald eagle family. Lesley Marin reports.
Thousands of people gathered to celebrate Mexico's big win over Czechia and continued success in the World Cup at the Plaza Mexico in Lynwood on Wednesday night. Laurie Perez reports.
After eight days of constant firefighting, LAFD crews have finally announced the knockdown of the fire at the Lineage warehouse in Boyle Heights. Hunter Sowards reports.
The Dodgers fulfilled their promise to donate $1 million to families affected by the immigration enforcement operations in 2025. Nicole Comstock reports.
Despite Wednesday night's disappointing loss to South Africa, thousands of South Korean fans gathered to watch their team in the World Cup and celebrate their community. Brittney Ermon reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
