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Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center Maintains its Position as a Frontrunner in LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality

Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center Maintains its Position as a Frontrunner in LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality 478 119 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Rancho Los Amigos is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a leading institution in LGBTQ+ healthcare equality for the year 2024.

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Mother Charged with Murder in Fentanyl-Related Deaths of Toddler Twins

Mother Charged with Murder in Fentanyl-Related Deaths of Toddler Twins 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that a woman has been charged with murder in the deaths of her three-year-old twin sons who were allegedly exposed to drugs laced with fentanyl, the highly potent synthetic opioid.

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Probation Department Lifts Lockdown at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall

Probation Department Lifts Lockdown at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall 600 181 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

On Saturday, July 13th, at approximately 11:56 AM, security personnel at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall apprehended an individual outside the facility attempting to throw contraband over the wall.

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Inglewood Teacher Charles Wright Convicted of Murdering a Woman and Sexually Assaulting Another Woman in 2005, 2006

Inglewood Teacher Charles Wright Convicted of Murdering a Woman and Sexually Assaulting Another Woman in 2005, 2006 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Charles Wright, a former Inglewood middle school teacher, was convicted by a jury on July 10 of murdering 21-year-old Pertina Epps on April 26, 2005, and kidnapping and sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman on September 17, 2006.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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New Earthquake Fault Zones Mapped for the Antelope Valley

New Earthquake Fault Zones Mapped for the Antelope Valley 898 144 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The California Geological Survey (CGS) announced the release of Preliminary Review Maps detailing proposed new and revised Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones for Los Angeles County.

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Patriotic Hall to be Named County Historic Landmark

Patriotic Hall to be Named County Historic Landmark 1000 171 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

In a recent motion, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors announced that Bob Hope Patriotic Hall would be designated a county historic landmark and also directed the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) to nominate the building for listing with the National Register of Historic Places.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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Jameelah Michl Sentenced to 35 Years to Life in Murder of Social Justice Advocate Michael Latt at his Los Angeles Home in 2023

Jameelah Michl Sentenced to 35 Years to Life in Murder of Social Justice Advocate Michael Latt at his Los Angeles Home in 2023 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón today announced that Jameelah Michl was sentenced by Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Kerry White to 35 years to life in state prison in the shooting and killing of Michael Latt during an attack in his home in the Mid-Wilshire area of Los Angeles in November 2023.

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DCBA Investigators Help District Attorney’s Office Reach $750,000 Gift Certificate Law Settlement

DCBA Investigators Help District Attorney’s Office Reach $750,000 Gift Certificate Law Settlement 600 200 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Investigative work performed by the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) as part of a statewide multiagency investigation has led to a $750,000 settlement from a large retailer accused of violating California’s Gift Certificate Law.

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Department of Youth Development Launches Regional Youth Development Networks

Department of Youth Development Launches Regional Youth Development Networks 568 187 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Youth Development (DYD) is proud to announce the launch of regional Youth Development Networks! 

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LA County Library Offers Summer Expungement Clinics to Help Clear Criminal Records

LA County Library Offers Summer Expungement Clinics to Help Clear Criminal Records 894 190 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

In an impactful effort, LA County Library is partnering with the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office to host a series of criminal record Expungement Clinics this summer.

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Home Depot Settles Consumer Protection Lawsuit

Home Depot Settles Consumer Protection Lawsuit 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Home Depot will pay $750,000 to settle a civil lawsuit alleging violation of a state law mandating cash redemption for gift cards under $10.

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Veteran Women’s Summit to be Held at Patriotic Hall

Veteran Women’s Summit to be Held at Patriotic Hall 1000 171 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

On Saturday, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs will host their first-ever annual summit focused on the unique challenges and issues faced by women who serve in the armed forces.

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District Attorney Gascón Announces Charges Against Man in Sexual Assault of UCLA Exchange Student at Campus Housing

District Attorney Gascón Announces Charges Against Man in Sexual Assault of UCLA Exchange Student at Campus Housing 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Jeffery Brewer, Jr. is charged with breaking into a UCLA student housing apartment occupied by two female exchange students, and sexually assaulting one of them on July 5.

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Justice, Care and Opportunities Department Launches Incubation Academy Cohort 6

Justice, Care and Opportunities Department Launches Incubation Academy Cohort 6 452 148 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD) launched the sixth cohort of its transformational Incubation Academy today.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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NGL Labs Charged in Consumer Protection Lawsuit

NGL Labs Charged in Consumer Protection Lawsuit 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today charges filed in a civil suit against NGL Labs and two of its cofounders for misleading consumers into thinking the fake computer-generated messages it sent were from real people, targeting minors, and exaggerating the extent and quality of content moderation conducted by the company to combat cyberbullying on its platform.

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Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

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UPDATED: Excessive Heat Warning: High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County

UPDATED: Excessive Heat Warning: High Temperatures Forecast for Parts of Los Angeles County 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

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The Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District Releases $14.5 Million in Competitive Grant Funds for New Parks in Los Angeles County

The Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District Releases $14.5 Million in Competitive Grant Funds for New Parks in Los Angeles County 981 118 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

On Monday, July 8, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) announced the Measure A Acquisition-Only Competitive Grant Program, releasing $14.5 million in funding opportunities for parkland acquisitions throughout Los Angeles County.

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Measure A Parkland Acquisition Grant Program

Measure A Parkland Acquisition Grant Program 559 87 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

On Monday, July 8, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) announced the Measure A Acquisition-Only Competitive Grant Program, releasing $14.5 million in funding opportunities for parkland acquisitions throughout Los Angeles County.

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Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory

Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

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UPDATE: LA County Winds Down Pride Month with LGBTQ+ Anti-Hate Forum in San Fernando Valley

UPDATE: LA County Winds Down Pride Month with LGBTQ+ Anti-Hate Forum in San Fernando Valley 845 158 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

LA County’s Commission on Human Relations held an LGBTQ+ Anti-Hate Forum in the City of San Fernando on Thursday, June 20, to educate residents on how to combat hate during Pride Month.

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