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Billy Gene Mills, one of the first Black politicians elected to the L.A. City Council in 1963, died on June 27 at age 96. He was the first Black American to graduate from UCLA Law School in 1954 and served on the council until 1974, focusing on infrastructure in South Los Angeles. Mills was appointed to the Los Angeles Superior Court by Gov. Ronald Reagan in 1974.

Billy Gene Mills was elected to the Los Angeles City Council in 1963 and served until 1974. He was also the first Black graduate of UCLA Law School.

Billy Gene Mills was elected to the Los Angeles City Council in 1963 and served until 1974. He was also the first Black graduate of the UCLA Law School.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to remove a proposed ballot measure that would have canceled the 'mansion tax' on new apartment buildings for the first 10 years of construction. Advocates argue the tax, known as Measure ULA, has stifled housing development, while supporters claim it funds affordable housing programs. A city analysis found the exemption would have minimally impacted housing and revenue.

A Los Angeles City Council committee meeting highlighted concerns over LA28's human rights strategy for the 2028 Olympics, with critics questioning how homelessness and potential displacement of unhoused individuals will be managed. The strategy, which relies on existing facilities rather than new venues, faces scrutiny over security perimeters that could displace hundreds or thousands of people, prompting calls for interagency collaboration and external funding.

The Los Angeles City Council removed a ballot proposal that would have allowed non-citizens to vote in council and school board elections, citing the need for further review. A second proposal to expand council authority over the police department was also withdrawn and will be reconsidered by a committee. Both measures were initially approved for the November ballot in a 10-5 vote.

The Los Angeles City Council removed a ballot measure from the Nov. 3 election that aimed to permit noncitizens to vote in local elections.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to remove a November 3 ballot measure that aimed to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections. The measure would have created a pathway for noncitizen participation in such elections.

A luxury townhome construction project in Silver Lake has remained half-built and graffiti-covered for 10 years, prompting residents to demand the Los Angeles City Council compel developers to clean up the site or abandon it.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces a challenging reelection campaign against Nithya Raman, a former ally turned rival. Mike Bonin, a former L.A. City Council member, discussed the primary election outcome and potential general election developments with Nikki Laurenzo.

The Los Angeles City Council temporarily blocked a proposal to build a truck staging area near the Port of Los Angeles in response to concerns from coastal community members. The decision reflects backlash against the plan from residents in the affected area.

The Los Angeles City Council temporarily blocked a proposal to build a truck staging area near the Port of Los Angeles due to concerns from coastal community members. The plan has sparked backlash among residents.

The Los Angeles City Council temporarily blocked a proposal to build a truck staging area near the Port of Los Angeles in response to concerns from coastal community members.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to reinstate a law banning new oil drilling and phasing out existing wells over 20 years. The 2022 version was repealed after lawsuits, but a new state law now supports the effort, which faces opposition from oil companies claiming violations of property rights.

The Los Angeles City Council is attempting again to phase out urban oil production after a previous 2022 ordinance was struck down by a judge following legal challenges from the oil and gas industry.

Los Angeles is attempting again to phase out urban oil production after a 2022 ordinance to do so was invalidated by a judge following legal challenges from the oil and gas industry.

Los Angeles City Council advanced a proposal to allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, facing backlash from Elon Musk, GOP senators, and conservative commentators. The measure, introduced by Councilman Hugo Soto-Martínez and Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado, would be decided by voters in November 2026 as part of a charter reform. Critics accused the council of empowering noncitizens against immigration enforcement.

The Los Angeles City Council approved a November ballot proposal allowing non-citizens to vote in council and school board elections, alongside measures to increase parks funding and expand police department oversight. The non-citizen voting proposal, supported by Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez, faces opposition over costs and eligibility concerns, while the parks funding plan aims to double investment over a decade.

The Los Angeles City Council has agreed to place a measure allowing noncitizens to vote in city elections on the November 3 ballot. The measure is a step closer to being decided by voters.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to develop a ballot measure to reform the city's 'mansion tax' (Measure ULA), which taxes real estate sales over $5.3 million. Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson cited declining housing construction since the tax's 2023 implementation, while opponents argued it could reduce critical funding. A coalition, including the California Community Foundation, supports reforms to restart housing development while preserving the tax's revenue.

The Los Angeles City Council has instructed the City Attorney to draft a ballot measure that would exempt new apartment buildings from the Measure ULA tax, which funds affordable housing and homeless prevention efforts.

The Los Angeles City Council has instructed the City Attorney to draft a ballot measure to exempt new apartment buildings from the Measure ULA tax, which funds affordable housing and homeless prevention initiatives. The tax is currently applied to properties deemed 'mansion-sized.'

A committee has requested further study of a plan to expand the Los Angeles City Council to 25 members. The full council will convene on Wednesday to decide which charter reform measures should appear on the Nov. 3 ballot.

Los Angeles voters reelected all City Council members in the June 2 primary and rejected Spencer Pratt's candidacy for mayor.

Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman stated that voter frustration contributed to support for celebrity candidate Spencer Pratt in the mayoral race, as many residents are dissatisfied with the status quo.

NBC News projects that Democratic City Council member Nithya Raman will advance to a runoff with Mayor Karen Bass in the general election.

Nithya Raman has overtaken Spencer Pratt in the race for second place in the L.A. mayoral race, according to the latest vote count from the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk. The shift complicates Spencer Pratt's path to the November runoff.

Nithya Raman has overtaken Spencer Pratt for second place in the Los Angeles mayoral race, with Raman receiving 27.12% of votes compared to Pratt's 26.69%. Karen Bass leads with 34.68% of votes and is projected to advance to the November runoff.

Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the L.A. mayoral race has continued to diminish since election night.

Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto has delayed signing a $177 million tenant aid contract for months, causing $17 million in emergency rental assistance to remain unused and threatening services for at-risk tenants. City leaders, including Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, are demanding explanations and a 30-day report on the delay, which Feldstein Soto attributes to a need for competitive bidding. Tenant aid providers warn that prolonged delays could force layoffs and halt eviction case support.

The Los Angeles City Council approved a 'Low-Rise Ordinance' allowing up to four-story buildings in 57 neighborhoods near transit stops, delaying full implementation of state law SB 79 until 2030. The ordinance targets areas deemed historically significant, fire-prone, or economically 'low resource,' while opponents argue it prioritizes apartment buildings over smaller housing types. Advocates support mixed-income developments but seek adjustments for affordability.

Nithya Raman, a progressive member of the Los Angeles City Council, is a candidate for Los Angeles mayor and has been compared to New York’s mayor, Zohran Mamdani.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass did not directly address comedian Kathy Griffin's accusation that the LAPD exhibits white nationalism during an Instagram Live discussion. Bass emphasized her limited authority over law enforcement and other city agencies, while Griffin attributed challenges against Bass to her being a Black woman. Rival candidate Spencer Pratt criticized Bass for appearing 'scared and desperate' in response.

The polls have closed for California's 2026 primary election, with results slowly emerging for multiple Los Angeles City Council districts. Voters are selecting candidates to re-elect, replace termed-out officials, or challenge incumbents across districts 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15.

Voters will decide a pivotal race for Los Angeles City Council alongside the mayor's race, which could significantly influence the direction of local government.

The Los Angeles City Council elections are a pivotal race that could influence the direction of local government, occurring alongside a mayor's race receiving national attention.

Los Angeles City Council candidate Raul Claros is living in an RV in MacArthur Park, a neighborhood described as the city's biggest embarrassment, to highlight urban failures. The area is characterized as crime-ridden, and Claros's campaign strategy involves direct engagement with its challenges.

A Los Angeles City Council committee voted to shelve a proposed ballot measure that would have cut the 'mansion tax' rate for multifamily and mixed-use properties from 5.5% to 2-3.5%. Instead, the committee advanced a narrower pilot program to reduce the tax for newly built affordable housing. The decision avoids voter approval for the broader tax cut but leaves open the possibility of a separate proposal to repeal the tax entirely.

Nithya Raman, a mayoral candidate focusing on homelessness, has faced criticism from rival Spencer Pratt for not convening her City Council committee in five weeks. Pratt accuses her of being 'checked out' while prioritizing her campaign over addressing the growing backlog of issues.

Los Angeles approved its $15 billion city budget with a 12-1 vote on Thursday. The approval has sparked internal conflict over spending priorities related to firefighters, homelessness, and concerns about deferring fiscal challenges to future taxpayers.