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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has implemented a new policy that will bar undocumented families from accessing Head Start programs. This shift in policy, announced by the Trump administration, is poised to significantly alter the landscape of early childhood education for a vulnerable population. The move rescinds a 1998 interpretation of…
LA Firefighters Celebrated at ESPYs Two Los Angeles firefighters have been bestowed with the prestigious Pat Tillman Award at the ESPYs. The honor, a tribute to individuals with a profound link to athletics who also demonstrate exemplary service to others, was presented in recognition of their courageous actions during the devastating January wildfires that ravaged…
A class-action lawsuit has been filed by a group of immigrants and legal advocates, seeking to halt the practice of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arresting migrants who are attending scheduled hearings at immigration courts. The lawsuit, reported by The Associated Press (AP), specifically targets the actions of ICE agents who allegedly detain individuals…
Federal immigration agents in Southern California continued to arrest a significant number of individuals without criminal convictions throughout June, according to data released on Tuesday. The data from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), spanning the period from June 1st to June 26th, revealed a total of 2,031 arrests across a seven-county area. This raises questions…
The Pentagon has ordered the withdrawal of 2,000 National Guard troops from Los Angeles, effectively halving the number of military personnel deployed in the area. This decision, announced after weeks of deployment, marks a significant reduction in the military presence following an earlier order by President Trump. The initial deployment, which began in early June,…
LOS ANGELES – A federal judge in Los Angeles signaled on Thursday, July 10, 2025, that she is poised to order the Trump administration to cease what a lawsuit describes as unlawful immigration stops and arrests. The tentative ruling, delivered by Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong, indicates a likely judicial intervention against federal agents’ practices in…
Los Angeles, CA – The presence of federal troops parading through the city’s iconic MacArthur Park on a recent Monday has ignited a sharp rebuke from city leadership, with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass describing the sprawling urban center as a “petri dish” for federal initiatives. Mayor Bass’s commentary came in response to what was…
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass recently addressed significant issues impacting the city, simultaneously championing economic incentives vital to its core industries while strongly condemning a legal challenge initiated by the Trump administration. Mayor Bass highlighted the positive implications of a substantial $750 million Hollywood tax credit program, positioning it as a crucial tool for fostering…
Los Angeles, CA – The cultural landscape of Los Angeles is currently navigating a period of significant transformation, marked by both ambitious institutional expansion and the quiet departure of long-standing local fixtures. This dynamic was vividly underscored last week with two notable developments: the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) provided a sneak peek…
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA – A new wildfire was officially reported in Los Angeles County, California, on Thursday, July 10, 2025, initiating a response from fire management authorities. According to data compiled by the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), which serves as a central hub for wildfire information across the United States, initial reports of…
