Former L.A. Watchdog Ron Galperin to Monitor City's Progress in Homelessness Settlement
A federal judge has approved former Los Angeles City Controller Ron Galperin and digital forensics expert Daniel Garrie as court-appointed monitors in the case of LA Alliance for Huma
Norwalk Will Repeal Ban On Homeless Shelters After State Lawsuit
The City of Norwalk has agreed to repeal a citywide moratorium on homeless shelters and allocate $250,000 to affordable housing as part of a legal settlement with the State of California.
L.A. City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto Secures $35 Million Settlement with Monsanto
The Monsanto Company will pay the City of Los Angeles $35 million to settle claims it knowingly sold chemical compounds that damage the environment and public health.
Cypress’ CVRA Fight Ends With Huge Costs for Taxpayers
In 2022, Cypress opted to fight the switch to district-based elections. That decision has now cost the Orange County city at least $835,000 — and likely more.
Orange County Reaches “Landmark” Settlement on Homeless Encampments
Ex-Anaheim Police Chief Walks Away With $750,000 Settlement
The large payout settles allegations that Quezada was subjected to “intolerable” working conditions as Chief of Police.
Parody Twitter Account of Mayor Leads to $125K Settlement
Mayor Jim Ardis was the target of a fake Twitter account that accused some pretty serious stuff.
Sacramento City Councilman Accused of Sexual Harassment
The allegation comes just months after Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson was accused of sexual harassment.
Chowchilla parts ways with city administrator
The City of Chowchilla has reached an agreement with City Administrator Mark Lewis, who resigned earlier this week.
