Public Safety
Metro Launches Ambassador Program to Increase Public Safety
Metro is launching a program that will assign 300 ambassadors to buses and trains to ensure rider safety.
Read MoreLAPD Chief Michael Moore Reappointed to 2nd Term
The Los Angeles Police Commission voted unanimously to reappoint Michael Moore to a second term as LAPD Chief.
Read MoreLA City Council Recommends Motion to Address RV Encampments
The Los Angeles City Council has recommended a motion that will look to rehouse people experiencing recreational vehicle (RV) homelessness.
Although this year’s homeless count suggested that homelessness has slowed down, RVs used as encampments have rapidly been increasing.
Read MoreLA County Votes for Change in the Sheriff’s Department in 2022 Election
In last week’s midterm elections, Los Angeles County residents made it clear that they want changes in the sheriff’s department.
Read MoreMetro Opens K Line, Amidst Problems on Other Trains
This month, Los Angeles Metro opened a new rail line, expanding public transportation access to the residents of South Los Angeles.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates Running for LA County Sheriff
The November 2022 election is coming up and there is a lot at stake for Angelenos, including a close race on who will be the LA County sheriff. Incumbent sheriff Alex Villanueva is facing off against former Long Beach Police chief Robert Luna.
Read MoreVoters to Decide Whether Hotels must Rent Vacant Rooms to the Homeless
In 2024, voters will have the opportunity to vote on whether hotels should be required to rent vacant hotel rooms to the homeless.
Read MoreLos Angeles City Council Votes to Ban Homeless Encampments Near Schools
Los Angeles City Council Votes to Ban Homeless Encampments Near Schools Homelessness, Public Safety This week, the Los Angeles City Council voted 11-3 in favor of an ordinance to ban homeless encampments within 500 feet of schools and childcare facilities. The ordinance received a 10-1 vote last month with Councilmember Mike Bonin being the lone…
Read MorePublic Safety Concerns Drive Starbucks Closures
Public Safety Concerns Drive Starbucks Closures Community, Homelessness, Public Safety Starbucks announced it would close six stores in Los Angeles due to concerns about employee safety. Concerns such as drug use, crime, and a rising mental health crisis contributed to the closures. Unable to mitigate these issues alone, Starbucks will “open new locations with safer…
Read MoreBoard of Supervisors Seek Power to Remove an Elected Sheriff from Office
The LA County Board of Supervisors recently voted 4-1 to draft a charter amendment allowing them to remove an elected sheriff from office. The proposed amendment will be voted on in the November election.
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