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LA County Invests in Emergency Response to Homelessness

LA County Invests in Emergency Response to Homelessness 1024 300 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $783 million spending plan for the Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative (CEO-HI) in fiscal year 2024-25 that sustains and expands the County’s existing homeless services system and ramps up the homelessness emergency response while investing in critical programs.

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LA County Adopts Sidewalk Vending Program in Unincorporated LA County for the First Time

LA County Adopts Sidewalk Vending Program in Unincorporated LA County for the First Time 672 171 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted the County’s first official Sidewalk Vending Ordinance for the unincorporated areas of LA County.

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*Updated* Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release – Avoid Water Contact

*Updated* Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release – Avoid Water Contact 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an ocean water closure for the following area due to the release of untreated sewage, which has now stopped.

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LA County Introduces the Fair Chance Ordinance to Give System-impacted Individuals an Equal Opportunity to Be Employed

LA County Introduces the Fair Chance Ordinance to Give System-impacted Individuals an Equal Opportunity to Be Employed 592 109 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Today, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed a motion to introduce the Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. Adoption of the Ordinance will provide additional rights, protections and enforcement mechanisms for persons with criminal history seeking employment in the unincorporated Los Angeles County.

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*Updated* Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release

*Updated* Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an ocean water closure for the following area due to the release of untreated sewage, which has now stopped. 

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Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release

Ocean Water Closure Due to Sewage Release 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an ocean water closure for the following area due to the release of approximately 1,000,000 gallons of untreated sewage which has now stopped.

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Los Angeles County Proclaims Local Emergency for Storm

Los Angeles County Proclaims Local Emergency for Storm 1024 683 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

With a significant storm event across Los Angeles County now underway, Lindsey P. Horvath, Chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, signed an emergency proclamation for Los Angeles County, joining Governor Newsom’s declared statewide emergency order.

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LA County Urges Local Residents to be Vigilant and Prepare Now for Significant Storm Event

LA County Urges Local Residents to be Vigilant and Prepare Now for Significant Storm Event 898 144 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

With a significant storm event expected to reach LA County as early as Saturday evening, Los Angeles County Public Works has staged equipment in potentially vulnerable locations across the LA Basin and Antelope Valley and mobilized its workforce across the region to protect local communities. 

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As COVID-19 Indicators Start to Decline, Public Health Recommends Older Residents Continue to Protect Themselves

As COVID-19 Indicators Start to Decline, Public Health Recommends Older Residents Continue to Protect Themselves 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Indicators for COVID-19 have started to decline from peak levels a few weeks ago, but still remain elevated, underscoring the need for continued precautions particularly for older residents.

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District Attorney Gascón Announces Nearly 200 Cases Filed to Combat Organized Retail Theft in Los Angeles County

District Attorney Gascón Announces Nearly 200 Cases Filed to Combat Organized Retail Theft in Los Angeles County 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón today announced that nearly 200 organized retail theft cases involving adult and juvenile defendants have been filed by the office.

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Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Los Angeles County

Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Los Angeles County 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed one case of measles in a resident who traveled through Los Angeles International (LAX) airport while infectious on January 25, 2024.

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DACC Launches “Doug’s Buds” Adoption Promo with WeRateDogs, 15/10 Foundation

DACC Launches “Doug’s Buds” Adoption Promo with WeRateDogs, 15/10 Foundation 608 188 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is excited to announce a special collaboration with WeRateDogs and the 15/10 Foundation.

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Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory – Advisory for all Los Angeles County Beaches in Effect Until Sunday, February 4, 2024, at 5:00am

Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory – Advisory for all Los Angeles County Beaches in Effect Until Sunday, February 4, 2024, at 5:00am 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Due to current rainfall, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises beach users to avoid all water contact, especially near discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers due to potentially higher bacteria levels in these areas. This includes any runoff that may flow onto or pond on the beach sand.

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Los Angeles County Begins Mailing Vote by Mail Ballots for the 2024 Presidential Primary Election

Los Angeles County Begins Mailing Vote by Mail Ballots for the 2024 Presidential Primary Election 600 145 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the mailing of Vote by Mail (VBM) ballots to all registered voters for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election.

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Updated Public Health Analysis Shows Medical Debt Burden Increases in Los Angeles County to More Than $2.9 billion in 2022

Updated Public Health Analysis Shows Medical Debt Burden Increases in Los Angeles County to More Than $2.9 billion in 2022 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has released an update for its report, Medical Debt in LA County: Baseline Report and Action Plan, which found that total medical debt burden now exceeds $2.9 billion with an approximate $300 million increase from 2021 to 2022.

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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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Los Angeles County Begins Mailing Sample Ballots for the 2024 Presidential Primary Election

Los Angeles County Begins Mailing Sample Ballots for the 2024 Presidential Primary Election 600 145 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the mailing of Sample Ballot Books to all registered voters for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election.

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Justice Care and Opportunities Department’s Rapid Diversion Program Achieves Milestone of 2,000 Case Diversions

Justice Care and Opportunities Department’s Rapid Diversion Program Achieves Milestone of 2,000 Case Diversions 452 148 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Justice Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD) marked a significant milestone recording its 2,000th case diversion through the Rapid Diversion Program (RDP).

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Grand Jury Indictment Unsealed — Man Charged in 2023 Death of Sheriff’s Academy Recruit and Gravely Injuring 9 Other Recruits in 2022 Wrong-Way Crash in Whittier

Grand Jury Indictment Unsealed — Man Charged in 2023 Death of Sheriff’s Academy Recruit and Gravely Injuring 9 Other Recruits in 2022 Wrong-Way Crash in Whittier 600 169 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Nicholas Joseph Gutierrez was indicted by the Los Angeles County Criminal Grand Jury.

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Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory – Advisory Extended for all Los Angeles County Beaches Until Thursday, January 25, at 6:00 pm

Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory – Advisory Extended for all Los Angeles County Beaches Until Thursday, January 25, at 6:00 pm 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Due to current rainfall, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises beach users to avoid all water contact, especially near discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers due to potentially higher bacteria levels in these areas.

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LA County Conducts Pathway Home Operation in Long Beach

LA County Conducts Pathway Home Operation in Long Beach 288 192 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County’s Pathway Home program brought 21 people experiencing homelessness off the streets of Long Beach and into safe interim housing, where they will receive supportive services and other resources that will enable them to transition out of homelessness and into permanent housing.

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Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory Advisory for all Los Angeles County Beaches in Effect Until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 11:00 am

Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory Advisory for all Los Angeles County Beaches in Effect Until Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 11:00 am 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Due to current rainfall, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises beach users to avoid all water contact, especially near discharging storm drains, creeks, and rivers due to potentially higher bacteria levels in these areas.

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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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LA County preparing for a series of storms headed towards the southland this weekend

LA County preparing for a series of storms headed towards the southland this weekend 898 144 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

LA County Public Works is closely monitoring two storms forecast to reach the southland as early as today and last into early next week. Residents should expect light, periodic showers beginning tonight, followed by a more intense system bringing heavier rain and possible isolated thunderstorms on Sunday night through Monday.

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