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Public Health Update After East LA Oil Spill Contained

Public Health Update After East LA Oil Spill Contained 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is providing an update regarding the ruptured crude oil pipeline near Cesar Chavez and Eastern Avenue in East Los Angeles.

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Former MGA Entertainment Employee Charged With Stealing Over $1 Million in Diecast Collectibles from Chatsworth Factory

Former MGA Entertainment Employee Charged With Stealing Over $1 Million in Diecast Collectibles from Chatsworth Factory 538 147 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

A former employee of MGA Entertainment has been charged with stealing diecast model car collectibles valued at over $1 million from the company’s factory in the San Fernando Valley.

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Man Charged With Felony Hate Crime for Attack Outside Pico-Robertson Synagogue

Man Charged With Felony Hate Crime for Attack Outside Pico-Robertson Synagogue 538 147 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

A 21-year-old man has been charged with a felony hate crime for attacking a Jewish resident of West Los Angeles as he walked home from a synagogue last month.

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LA General Medical Center Leader Dr. Allison Luu Named a Top National Patient Safety Expert by Becker’s Hospital Review

LA General Medical Center Leader Dr. Allison Luu Named a Top National Patient Safety Expert by Becker’s Hospital Review 540 102 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

We are proud to recognize Dr. Allison Luu, Patient Safety Officer and Assistant Chief Quality Officer at LA General Medical Center, for being nationally recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the nation’s leading patient safety experts.

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Public Health Warns Consumers Not to Eat Brad’s Plant Based Products  

Public Health Warns Consumers Not to Eat Brad’s Plant Based Products   600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is advising consumers to avoid certain Brad’s Plant Based Crunchy Kale and Salad Snack products after laboratory testing detected elevated levels of thallium. Exposure to high levels of thallium may cause serious health effects.

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Public Health Offers Guidance After East LA Oil Spill Contained

Public Health Offers Guidance After East LA Oil Spill Contained 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is providing guidance after a ruptured pipeline released approximately 2,400 gallons of crude oil in East Los Angeles near Cesar Chavez and Eastern Ave and went into nearby storm drains.

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Los Angeles County and New York City Launch Bi-Coastal Fleet Partnership

Los Angeles County and New York City Launch Bi-Coastal Fleet Partnership 445 106 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

oday, at the 37th Annual Equipment & Vehicle Show, the Los Angeles County Internal Services Department (ISD) and New York City’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) announced a new Bi-Coastal Fleet Accord to advance clean transportation and sustainable fleet operations.

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LA County Launches Youth-Driven PSA to Combat Deadly Street Racing and Street Takeovers: “It’s Just Not Worth It”

LA County Launches Youth-Driven PSA to Combat Deadly Street Racing and Street Takeovers: “It’s Just Not Worth It” 427 140 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Youth Development (DYD), in collaboration with Street Racing Kills (SRK) and several County partner agencies, today announced the launch of a powerful new public service announcement (PSA) aimed at curbing the rise of illegal street racing and takeovers.

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Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Begins Outreach Mailings for 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election

Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Begins Outreach Mailings for 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election 600 145 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced that 122 Vote Centers will open Saturday, May 23, for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election.

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No-Cost Home Energy Upgrades Coming to Southern California

No-Cost Home Energy Upgrades Coming to Southern California 445 106 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Equitable Building Decarbonization (EBD) Program will provide retrofits to replace aging and inefficient appliances with new electric appliances to income-qualified households across several Southern California communities in Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties. Many in these areas face high energy usage, older housing infrastructure, and climate risks.

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JOSEPH M. NICCHITTA APPOINTED LOS ANGELES COUNTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

JOSEPH M. NICCHITTA APPOINTED LOS ANGELES COUNTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 599 184 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today unanimously approved the appointment of Joseph M. Nicchitta as Chief Executive Officer of Los Angeles County effective immediately. Nicchitta has served as Acting and then Interim Chief Executive Officer since October 2025.

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Trio Charged With Conspiring to Murder Child’s Father in Bitter Custody Dispute

Trio Charged With Conspiring to Murder Child’s Father in Bitter Custody Dispute 538 147 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

A social media influencer, her father and her then-boyfriend were charged today with plotting to kill the father of her 7-year-old daughter by trying to hire a hitman on the dark web as part of a family custody dispute several years ago.

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LA County Launches Cannabis Social Equity Entrepreneurship Academy

LA County Launches Cannabis Social Equity Entrepreneurship Academy 672 171 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and the Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) are reopening their $100,000 Economic Opportunity Grant Program for Chambers of Commerce to provide capacity for small, hyperlocal chambers to keep their doors open and provide technical assistance to the small business community facing continued economic disruptions, including the pandemic, fire recovery, and immigration enforcement actions.

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The Los Angeles County Health Survey is Underway – Invited Residents Are Encouraged to Share Health Issues Impacting Their Communities

The Los Angeles County Health Survey is Underway – Invited Residents Are Encouraged to Share Health Issues Impacting Their Communities 600 117 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, in partnership with RTI International, has launched the 2026 Los Angeles County Health Survey and is encouraging invited residents to participate.

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LA County Library and LA vs Hate Partner to Expand Anti-Hate Resources Across Los Angeles County

LA County Library and LA vs Hate Partner to Expand Anti-Hate Resources Across Los Angeles County 1024 191 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

LA County Library and LA vs Hate have launched a countywide partnership to expand access to anti-hate resources and community engagement opportunities at library locations across Los Angeles County.

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County of Los Angeles Fire Department Releases Independent Investigation Findings of West Altadena Evacuation Decisions

County of Los Angeles Fire Department Releases Independent Investigation Findings of West Altadena Evacuation Decisions 600 200 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) today released the findings of the independent investigation conducted by Citygate Associates, LLC (Citygate) examining evacuation decisions, incident communications, and fire behavior during the critical overnight hours of the Eaton Fire in Altadena.

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LA County Releases Master Plan to Transform Historic General Hospital Campus into a Healthy Village

LA County Releases Master Plan to Transform Historic General Hospital Campus into a Healthy Village 714 137 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today released the Los Angeles County General Hospital (LACGH) Campus Master Plan.

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Voter Registration Deadline Approaching for 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election

Voter Registration Deadline Approaching for 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election 600 145 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan reminds eligible voters that Monday, May 18, is the deadline to register to vote and receive a Vote by Mail ballot for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election. 

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Topanga Lagoon Restoration Efforts Move Forward

Topanga Lagoon Restoration Efforts Move Forward 489 101 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Partners of the Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project will host a public meeting on Sunday, May 31, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Pierce College in Woodland Hills to share updates on ongoing restoration and design efforts for one of Southern California’s last remaining coastal wetlands.

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LA County DEO Now Accepting Bids for the PLACE Program to Strengthen Pathways into County Employment 

LA County DEO Now Accepting Bids for the PLACE Program to Strengthen Pathways into County Employment  714 137 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Today, the Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced the official release of a new work order solicitation for the Preparing Los Angeles for County Employment (PLACE) Program.

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Water for LA Debuts New Website for LA County

Water for LA Debuts New Website for LA County 569 95 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

As communities across the nation observe Water Awareness Month, Water for LA is launching a new website to help Los Angeles County residents better understand where their water comes from, how local water systems work, and the steps they can take to help protect this essential resource. 

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LA County Awards Final Round of Small Business Resiliency Fund Delivering $5.4 Million to 1,300+ Businesses Impacted by Immigration Enforcement

LA County Awards Final Round of Small Business Resiliency Fund Delivering $5.4 Million to 1,300+ Businesses Impacted by Immigration Enforcement 714 137 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Today, the Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and the LA County Board of Supervisors announced the third and final round of the Small Business Resiliency Fund (SBRF), bringing the total in direct financial assistance to over $5.4 million for 1,327 businesses impacted by immigration enforcement actions.

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District Attorney Hochman Honors Three Courageous Individuals for Their Roles in Securing Justice

District Attorney Hochman Honors Three Courageous Individuals for Their Roles in Securing Justice 538 147 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

General Motors, LLC will pay $12.75 million to resolve a civil lawsuit alleging that from 2020-2024, General Motors unlawfully sold hundreds of thousands of OnStar subscribers’ personal information and driving data to third party data brokers in violation of California’s privacy, false advertising and unfair competition laws.

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General Motors to Pay $12.75M to Settle California Consumer Protection Lawsuit Alleging Data Privacy Violations

General Motors to Pay $12.75M to Settle California Consumer Protection Lawsuit Alleging Data Privacy Violations 538 147 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

General Motors, LLC will pay $12.75 million to resolve a civil lawsuit alleging that from 2020-2024, General Motors unlawfully sold hundreds of thousands of OnStar subscribers’ personal information and driving data to third party data brokers in violation of California’s privacy, false advertising and unfair competition laws.

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Los Angeles County Probation Department Strengthens Training, Mentorship, and Readiness for New Officers Through Facility Training Program

Los Angeles County Probation Department Strengthens Training, Mentorship, and Readiness for New Officers Through Facility Training Program 600 181 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Los Angeles County Probation Department is strengthening training, mentorship, and operational readiness for newly hired Deputy Probation Officers assigned to Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall and Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall through its Facility Training Program.

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