Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court To Allow Los Angeles Immigration Raids To Proceed

Trump Administration’s Push for Immigration Enforcement in Los Angeles On Thursday, the Trump administration urged the Supreme Court to ensure that immigration enforcement in Los Angeles can proceed without interference. The administration contends that district court judges shouldn’t have the authority to “microcontrol” immigration actions, especially in areas with a significant population of undocumented immigrants. […]
Los Angeles will pay $500,000 to journalists detained during a protest in 2021.

Los Angeles to Settle with Journalists Over Arrest During Protests Los Angeles has tentatively reached an agreement to pay $500,000 to two journalists from Knockla. They alleged that their constitutional rights were violated when police arrested them while covering protests at Echo Park four years ago. The city, while not admitting any wrongdoing, decided to […]
BOB UNANUE And JORGE MARTINEZ: When There Is Disorder in Los Angeles, Hispanics Are the Most Affected

Los Angeles in Turmoil Los Angeles is currently facing a crisis that’s hitting hard, especially for the hardworking Hispanic families who came to the U.S. with hopes and dreams, following the rules along the way. The scenes coming out of the city are truly devastating. Stores have been looted, and cars set on fire. Families, […]
Government budget cuts leave Los Angeles County’s health system in turmoil

The healthcare system in Los Angeles County, catering largely to the area’s low-income residents, is grappling with a financial crisis. This situation has come about due to cutbacks from the federal government and a Republican-led Congress, both looking to shrink government size significantly. Recently, Trump’s “Big Beautiful Building” plan, approved earlier this month, is projected […]
Judge Orders Trump to Stop Immigration Raids in Los Angeles

Federal Judge Halts Immigration Raids in California A judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to stop immigration raids in Los Angeles and its neighboring counties. The ruling comes after findings that agents were detaining individuals without sufficient evidence of immigration violations. US District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong issued two temporary restraining orders on […]
A long-time city official believes Los Angeles is facing serious challenges.

Good morning and welcome to Records LA – City Hall newsletter. Rick Cole brings a wealth of knowledge about city governance. The 72-year-old, who has served as mayor of Pasadena, city manager in Ventura, Azusa, and Santa Monica, and deputy mayor in Los Angeles, returned to City Hall in 2022. He was an important figure […]
Los Angeles is heading towards its lowest number of homicides in almost 60 years.

According to data from the LAPD, murders in Los Angeles dropped by over 20% in the first half of this year, marking the lowest total in this crime category since 2025. Up to June 28, the number of murders reached 116, a significant decrease from 152 during the same period last year. The downward trend […]
Hundreds gather to protest immigration raids and the budget bill in downtown Los Angeles.

Protests Erupt in Los Angeles Over Immigration Raids Last week, Lawrence Herrera started carrying a foldable version of his birth certificate in his wallet, along with saving passport photos in his phone. This may seem a bit excessive for a 67-year-old resident of Atwater Village, but he felt it was necessary. “He’s taken everyone and […]
Bass claims Trump is launching an aggressive attack on Los Angeles.

Mayor Karen Bass Responds to Justice Department Lawsuit Mayor Karen Bass has pushed back against the Justice Department’s lawsuit directed at Los Angeles, framing it as part of President Trump’s ongoing attacks against the city. During a press conference at City Hall, she expressed confidence that the city’s sanctuary policy, which prevents local resources from […]
California Governor criticizes Alabama and Tommy Tuberville during Los Angeles turmoil: ‘Focus on football’

The situation in Los Angeles has escalated, sparking significant responses from conservatives, including President Trump and U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville. They’ve criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for not taking action amid the chaos. On Monday, tensions rose as Tuberville directly confronted Newsom. In a post, Tuberville remarked, “Gavin Newsom didn’t do his job. Los Angeles […]