Long chronological scroll of articles:
Maywood City Council extends rent freeze, is latest city to consider rent control
Biking in LA hasn’t always been accepting, but these gender-expansive group rides are trying to change that
County jails conditions remain deplorable, but one county dept. has proven effective at breaking the incarceration cycle
New LA homelessness chief forms task force; Horvath asks ‘Who does LAHSA serve?’
‘Not sustainable’: Writers in LA strike for living wages
Van Nuys homeless shelter residents cite prison-like conditions, new threats of LAPD crackdown
Amid budget cuts, calls for disinvestment from LASD, investment in youth, at Supervisors hearing
Opinion: ‘Talk to us. Learn from us.’ An open letter from the Jasmine Ave. Community
Urban farmers rally to save Compton Community Garden
LA Supes talk Olympics, mental health beds, child abuse reporting, & food vendors
Why was the city of LA obsessed with measuring unhoused people’s pee after the Echo Park sweep?
The fence has come down around Echo Park Lake, but the legacy of Los Angeles’s largest sweep in recent history — and the vilification that accompanied it — lives on.
Fight for homes left vacant by Caltrans heats up as “Reclaimers” are sued by city
After occupying empty homes owned by Caltrans during the early days of the pandemic, the Reclaimers struck a deal with the city of Los Angeles to stay in them. Now the city wants them out.
LA councilmembers are going on tour, asking Angelenos for their input on charter reform & council expansion
LA city leaders face pressure to give residents a larger political voice, after a racist leaked audio recording exposed backroom scheming on redistricting.
What you need to know about the recent federal abortion rulings
In light of the recent court rulings that may block access to abortion meds, we’ve put together an explainer to tell you what you need to know about the situation in LA, your rights, and helpful medical info
Bass’s budget calls for more cops in LAPD, expansion of Inside Safe homelessness initiative
In her State of the City address and new proposed budget, the mayor has detailed her big picture plans for the city.
Accounts of bribery & corruption tied to ex-Councilman Huizar emerge at trial of former LA Deputy Mayor
In which freelance courts reporter, Meghann Cuniff, recounts developments in the trial of ex-Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan, and the insights that provides into ex-Councilman Jose Huizar’s corruption.
Community researchers uncover failures of California Department of Toxic Substance Control — lead levels remain high in East, Southeast LA
Community members have teamed up with local scientists to study the extent of lead contamination in East and Southeast LA. Their findings are grim.
Why is lead exposure dangerous, especially for children?
Steps you can take as an individual to check for, and minimize the potential risk of, lead exposure.
How to find insurance & a doctor, regardless of immigration status
Without insurance, citizenship or money, Angelenos can find health care.
La Papaya Club’s tropical diaspora dance parties create community with a cause
“Everybody seems to know each other and be more involved in their communities than most,” said Herrera, who attends the club often. She feels safe here — uniquely for nightlife in downtown LA, safe enough to come out by herself.
LA County Supervisors contemplate expansion, publicly funded campaigns
Everyone deserves a seat at the table when decisions are made that impact their livelihood, especially communities that have historically been left out of these conversations.
A note from our founder & publisher
By now you’re beginning to get to know Los Angeles Public Press, but we haven’t gotten to know each other.
How to get your landlord to fix the toilet — and generally do their job — in LA
Landlords are notoriously bad at making necessary repairs in a timely fashion. Here’s a guide to the different ways you can pressure them into doing their job.
Bass promises a new day on homelessness in LA but the people moved into motels have questions
“We agreed to give all our stuff up, so we can wait for our own house or apartment,” said Tierney, who goes by “Gustavo” on the street. Characterizing this trade as a small social contract, Tierney pointedly asks of the new mayor to “just keep her word.”
How to find dirt on your landlord
Tenants often don’t know that the law is on their side. We’ve outlined some resources and tools that can help you in a fight with your landlord.
What we’re keeping after the COVID-19 emergency
Safety net programs for housing, food and health care helped millions of Californians get through the pandemic. A few that proved essential will continue in 2023 and beyond.