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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialICE arrests surge across LA as feds target ‘sanctuary cities’ ahead of midterm elections.
Immigration agents are reportedly targeting all immigrants across CA, according to ICE agents who told the Washington Examiner their mandate is to 'go after anybody.'
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialLA City Council delays expanding the 41.18 anti-camping law — for now.
The Council’s public safety committee narrowly voted to hold the motion for further study.
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialLA’s 2026 election ballot measures: A guide to what LA City and County voters will decide.
10 local measures could reshape firefighter funding, infrastructure, and how often the LA City Council should meet.
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialThe billionaires fight back: Propositions 41 and 42 could kill California’s billionaire tax even if it passes California billionaires could face a one-time 5% wealth tax, and some are spending millions to stop it.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialNewsom just put new limits on ICE. Here’s what’s changing in LA:
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed 21 immigration bills into law, including new rules targeting ICE detention centers, unmarked rental vehicles, and courthouse arrests.
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialBoyle Heights and East LA residents still feel sick months after the Lineage Fire Residents near the warehouse report ongoing health issues as independent air quality testing detects toxic gases like ammonia.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialEnough about the mayor’s race. Here’s why you need to be talking about the LA City Attorney election
LA’s next top prosecutor will wield broad power over homelessness, policing, tenant protections and lawsuits against the city.
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialHere are the candidates for LA Mayor Karen Bass faces off against Nithya Raman.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialHow to research the 2026 midterm elections like a reporter This is your guide to public records and databases journalists use to analyze candidates.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialIn his recent series “Lead City,” reporter Dan Ross investigates the massive lead contamination that plagues LA County. The series examines questions like: Why are students attending class near a toxic plume set off by a metal recycling plant next door? Why is it so hard to clean up lead?
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialLA Lineage warehouse fire cause ‘undetermined’ according to new fire department report:
In a report obtained by LA Public Press, the department said the most probable cause was an ‘unknown electrical event.’
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialProp 39 wants to make California one of the most restrictive states for voting The billionaire-backed voter ID initiative could make it harder for working class people and voters of color to vote.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialLA County Public Health just reported that we're on track for one of our worst West Nile seasons in recent years.
We reported on mosquito prevention efforts and how to protect yourself from bites. Read more here:
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialYou're not imagining things; there are more mosquitoes in LA. They're more annoying than ever AND might be here year round.
The sterile insect technique shows promising results in reducing mosquito population, but someone has to pay for it.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialWill ICE have to identify itself on rental cars in California?
The Slam the Brakes on ICE Act is awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signature and aims to bring transparency to immigration operations.
@lapublicpress.bsky.socialDeputy gangs ‘persist' in LA sheriff's department, but county supervisors delay identifying them.
A new proposal is the latest effort to address LA's notorious deputy gang problem.
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialDo you live near one of LA’s lead clean-up sites? Check out our map.
The potent neurotoxin’s prevalence in LA County soils hasn’t been comprehensively mapped. We’re giving it a shot.
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@lapublicpress.bsky.socialWhat to do about lead in your yard:
From covering contaminated soil to removing topsoil and using soil additives, experts explain what LA residents can do about lead.
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@1danross.bsky.socialReposted by @lapublicpress.bsky.social“This amount is at best, a baseless hope about the extent of the contamination...And at worst, it’s a tragic mistake" - latest in my @lapublicpress.bsky.social "Lead City" series. This? 5 LA lead polluted sites noted for scope, cost and unusual contamination source. @chjreportinghealth.bsky.social
