EnvironmentAir Quality Official's Appointment Angers EnvironmentalistsApril 2, 2016(AP) — The board that regulates Southern California's air quality, having angered environmentalists last month by firing its longtime director, angered them again this week by replacing him with an industry consultant.
Oscar-Winning Actress Patty Duke Dies At 69March 29, 2016Duke, whose real name was Anna Pearce, died early Tuesday morning of sepsis from a ruptured intestine, her agent said.
California Proposes Financial Backup For LA Olympic PlanMarch 20, 2016(AP) — The leader of the California Senate has introduced a proposal that would provide a $250 million financial backup as part of Los Angeles' 2024 Olympic bid.
Appeals Court Upholds Injunction Against Pot Delivery AppMarch 14, 2016(AP) — A state appeals court has upheld a judge's decision to block a smartphone app that allowed people in Los Angeles to have medical marijuana delivered to them.
California Inmate Firefighter Dies After Rock Strikes HerFebruary 26, 2016(AP) — Corrections officials say an inmate firefighter has died a day after she was struck by a large rock while battling a brush fire in Southern California.
Environment$176 Million Proposed For L.A. County Toxic Site CleanupFebruary 17, 2016(AP) - Gov. Jerry Brown proposes spending more than $176 million for testing and cleanup of properties contaminated by lead around a former Exide Technologies battery recycling plant in Los Angeles County.
EnvironmentGas Company Plugs Leak Near Porter RanchFebruary 12, 2016Crews working for Southern California Gas stopped a three-month natural gas leak in Aliso Canyon. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Raiders Agree To Extension To Remain At Oakland ColiseumFebruary 12, 2016(AP) - Four weeks after being stymied in their effort to move to Los Angeles, the Raiders agreed to a one-year lease extension to remain at the Oakland Coliseum on Thursday.
EnvironmentWill California Gas Leak Mark A Turning Point In Energy Debate?February 10, 2016A massive methane leak may soon end, but its environmental impact is still being weighed. A scientist says it won't have a big effect globally, but it's a setback in efforts to curb greenhouse gases.
Former LA Sheriff Lee Baca Pleads Guilty To Making False StatementsFebruary 10, 2016In a plea deal, Baca admitted he lied when he said he didn't know anything about efforts to obstruct an FBI probe into corruption and abuse in his department.
