Mayor Karen Bass

Mayor Karen Bass' brother is among thousands of property owners suing the city of Los Angeles after their homes burned in the Palisades Fire. The lawsuit follows the destruction caused by the fire, which impacted numerous residents in the area.

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.

Mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt is planning to defeat incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the November runoff election. He expressed excitement about the potential runoff following Tuesday's election results that positioned him for the race.

Voters in Los Angeles are deciding whether Mayor Karen Bass will seek a second term and who will face her in the November general election. The June 2 primary features a three-way race between Bass, City Councilmember Nithya Raman, and reality television personality Spencer Pratt.

Labor activists are pushing for a $25 federal minimum wage, citing an 'affordability crisis' that forces many Americans to work multiple jobs. The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 and has not changed since 2009. A national coalition of over 100 organizations, including teachers unions and progressive lawmakers, is supporting the wage hike.