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August 28, 2023

'Hotel Hell': Hospitality union under fire for push to house homeless in empty rooms

A union transparency nonprofit is launching an ad campaign on major networks, slamming L.A. hospitality union Unite Here Local 11 for its push for the Responsible Hotels Ordinance.

August 28, 2023

Oregon GOP senators sue to run for reelection following walkout that led to their disqualification

Several Republican senators, who became disqualified from reelection by accruing too many unexcused absences during a six-week legislative walkout, are now suing.

August 28, 2023

Man convicted of murdering grandparents in plot to blow up their home, start commune

Ezra Ralston and three accomplices were sentenced after carrying out a bizarre plot to murder his grandparents and seize their property for a commune.

August 28, 2023

'Hotel Hell': Hospitality union under fire for push to house homeless in empty rooms

A California hospitality union came under fire by an accountability nonprofit for its push to house homeless people in empty hotel rooms.

August 28, 2023

Local Nevada teachers union calls on governor to intervene, end stalemate in bitter contract negotiations

The Clark County school district has been in bitter contract negotiations with the teachers union. The union is calling on Gov. Lombardo to end the stalemate between the two groups.

August 28, 2023

Man accused of killing LAPD officer nearly 40 years ago convicted in retrial

In a retrial of the murder of a Los Angeles police officer, Kenneth Gay, who was accused of fatally shooting the officer during a traffic stop in 1983, has been convicted again.

August 28, 2023

Student rights group to propose 3 CA ballot initiatives to protect female sports, ban puberty blockers

A student rights group in California will propose three statewide ballot measures to tackle cultural issues like fairness in female sports and the elimination of puberty blockers for minors.

August 28, 2023

Are you planning a trip to California? Here's a guide to attractions to add to your visit

California has something for everyone. If you love nature, you can visit Yosemite National Park. If you keep up with all the celebrity news, you'll love the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

August 27, 2023

Oregon inmate accused of kidnapping, locking woman in cinder block cell tries to escape jail

An Oregon man in jail for allegedly kidnapping and locking a woman up in a cell made of cinder blocks attempted to escape the facility by breaking a window, deputies claim.

August 27, 2023

Biden, Harris advisers irked by Newsom's plan to debate DeSantis: 'Disrespectful'

Some advisers in the Biden-Harris campaign expressed concerns about a planned debate between Democrat California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a GOP hopeful.