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May 17 2026POLITICS

Hollywood’s Job Crisis Hits the Mayor’s Debate

Los Angeles city council member Nithya Raman walks through a silent film set, telling voters that the city’s once‑busy studios have shrunk since 2018. She says her own family ties to the industry make the issue personal, and she vows to keep Los Angeles as a global filming hub. The production slu

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May 15 2026POLITICS

What's Really Happening in Los Angeles Politics?

Los Angeles voters are dealing with a tough choice in the upcoming election. One candidate leads with about 30% support, but that number isn’t as strong as it seems. Around 70% of voters are either split between other candidates or undecided. That big chunk of unsettled voters could change everythin

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May 14 2026POLITICS

Why a Reality Star's Run for LA Mayor is Stirring Up Hollywood

Los Angeles is used to celebrities jumping into politics, but Spencer Pratt’s surprise mayoral bid is turning heads for a different reason. After losing his home in LA’s wildfires, the former reality TV star decided to challenge Mayor Karen Bass, arguing that the city’s leadership has failed on home

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May 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Plans for a Big Entertainment Zone Near Oklahoma City

Officials in Oklahoma and Norman have just launched building work for a huge entertainment area called the Rock Creek Entertainment District. This isn’t just another construction project—it’s a major step toward giving the area a fresh, lively boost. The plan isn’t just about building more stores or

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May 09 2026CRIME

When Teachers Cross the Line: How LA Schools Handle Misconduct Cases

Los Angeles schools are under federal scrutiny after U. S. education officials raised concerns about how the district deals with teachers accused of sexual misconduct. The investigation focuses on a policy that temporarily moves accused educators to other roles while cases are reviewed, which offici

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May 07 2026POLITICS

AI at the table: Next week's meeting could change tech talks

Officials from the US and China might add AI to the list of topics for their upcoming high-level meeting. The possible talks could happen during a summit planned for next week in Beijing. This isn't confirmed yet, but sources say both sides are looking at the idea seriously. The American team might

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Who really supports LA’s next mayor?

Los Angeles voters face a tough choice in the upcoming mayoral election, with three main candidates vying for support. Among them, the current mayor has the advantage of name recognition but struggles with rising skepticism. She counts on wealthy entertainment figures for backing but must also addre

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Apr 28 2026OPINION

How to honor someone after they're gone without breaking the bank

Losing someone changes everything. Families often want to share memories but don't know where to start. Newspapers offer a way to do this through paid notices, but the process can feel confusing and expensive. These notices aren't just announcements—they're a chance to celebrate a life lived. Yet th

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Gas prices: Why official predictions keep changing

Officials keep giving different answers about when gas prices might drop. First they said weeks, then months, then maybe never before the election. Energy Secretary Chris Wright started with a confident \"weeks\" timeline in early March. By April, he called summer a \"very aggressive\" guess. Just d

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Nordic Countries Back Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Move

Officials from Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark spoke up after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open for ships. The statement followed a truce worked out in Lebanon, which paused a long-running dispute in the area. The Nordic leaders didn’t just cheer Iran’s words—they stressed that real peace

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