Jim Newton

A large field of candidates is taking on unpopular incumbent George Gascón in the race for Los Angeles district attorney, but only four challengers are worth taking seriously. Next week's primary will determine whether Gascón cruises to re-election or faces an uphill battle.

As Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass picks a new police chief and voters select the district attorney, together the two choices will shape public safety around the city.

Monday's U.S. Senate race debate made clear just how important Republican candidate Steve Garvey is to frontrunner Adam Schiff.

Despite dismal approval ratings, Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has the advantage of facing a big field in his re-election bid and few formidable foes. Some candidates are so unsuitable for the office it almost makes Gascón look brilliant by comparison.

Republican Steve Garvey might do well in the March primary, but he's not going to be the next U.S. senator from California. There is little evidence he's running a serious campaign. So why is he running?

A leaked memo detailing how Amazon seeks goodwill as it expands its footprint in Southern California wasn't necessarily shocking. But it shows the retail giant protects its image and advances its agenda – regardless of impact – while believing it's acting in the public's best interests.

California's referendum process was designed to be a check on big business. More than a century later, it's used much differently. The latest clash pits oil companies against a familiar yet unsurprising foe: Jane Fonda.

The most valuable resource a mayor has is their time. After one year in office, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass spends hers primarily working on the same issue she campaigned on: homelessness.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ handling of the Interstate 10 fire and shutdown helped telegraph some of her strengths. As authorities search for a potential arson suspect, the speculation about nearby encampments served as a reminder of the bigger task the mayor faces.

Since June, nearly 1,000 migrants have been bused from Texas to Los Angeles as a political stunt. A patchwork system has emerged to provide care, services and a humane entry to U.S. life once they reach California.