Government & Politics - SMDP (Page 86)

In a post-Roe landscape, Los Angeles anchors California’s defense of abortion rights

Los Angeles maintains strong support for abortion rights, positioning itself as a safe haven for women seeking to control their pregnancies.

By Cal Matters

/ 25 Aug 2023

California Supreme Court overturns voting rights ruling and returns case back to Court of Appeals

Perhaps taking inspiration from the habit of movie studios to break up the final chapter of blockbuster movie franchises into multiple parts, the latest chapter in the years long legal

By Editor

/ 24 Aug 2023

California Supreme Court overturns voting rights ruling and returns case back to Court of Appeals

Breaking: California Supreme Court punts voting rights case back to Court of Appeals

Perhaps taking inspiration from the habit of movie studios to break up the final chapter of blockbuster movie franchises into multiple parts, the latest chapter in the years long legal

By Editor

/ 22 Aug 2023

Breaking: California Supreme Court punts voting rights case back to Court of Appeals

Between guns, knives, housing, labor and drugs there’s something for everyone at Council

Santa Monica Council discusses knife possession ban, firearm sales regulations, housing incentives, and leaf blower restrictions.

By Scott Snowden

/ 22 Aug 2023

Between guns, knives, housing, labor and drugs there’s something for everyone at Council

Biden administration announces more new funding for rural broadband infrastructure

The Biden administration invests $667 million in 38 projects across 22 states to expand broadband access in rural areas.

By Associated Press

/ 21 Aug 2023

Biden administration announces more new funding for rural broadband infrastructure

Santa Monica drivers face the case of the mysteriously malfunctioning meters

Malfunctioning Santa Monica parking meters require fixed payment hours, causing driver complaints. City seeks solutions and offers refunds.

By Matthew Hall

/ 18 Aug 2023

Santa Monica drivers face the case of the mysteriously malfunctioning meters

Pentagon review calls for reforms to reverse spike in sexual misconduct at military academies

U.S. military academies urged to combat rising sexual assaults and misconduct through improved leadership training, behavior changes, and mentorship.

By Associated Press

/ 17 Aug 2023

Pentagon review calls for reforms to reverse spike in sexual misconduct at military academies

Los Angeles Councilwoman asks for more homeless services

LA Councilwoman Park calls for equitable distribution of Measure H homeless funds, considering impact and oversight for renewal.

By Matthew Hall

/ 17 Aug 2023

Los Angeles Councilwoman asks for more homeless services

Americans are divided along party lines over Trump’s actions in election cases, AP-NORC poll shows

Poll reveals split opinions on legality of Trump’s actions, approval of his indictment, and low confidence in Justice Department.

By Associated Press

/ 17 Aug 2023

Americans are divided along party lines over Trump’s actions in election cases, AP-NORC poll shows

Trump and 18 allies charged in Georgia election meddling as former president faces 4th criminal case

Donald Trump and 18 allies indicted in Georgia over election result manipulation efforts. Second such case this month.

By Associated Press

/ 15 Aug 2023

Trump and 18 allies charged in Georgia election meddling as former president faces 4th criminal case

While US economic outlook improves, California’s remains muddy and mediocre

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates to counter inflation. Economic debate ensues over potential soft landing or recession.

By Cal Matters

/ 15 Aug 2023

Regulators debate closing eviction loophole

Santa Monica Rent Control Board reviews legislation on no-fault evictions, Costa-Hawkins Act amendments, and potential rent control expansion ballot measure.

By Guest Author

/ 15 Aug 2023

Regulators debate closing eviction loophole