No “pattern of corruption” in contracts inked during Ridley-Thomas’ tenure, probe finds
A years-long outside investigation has found that the vast majority of contracts signed by Los Angeles County during the 12-year term of former Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas, a feared politician who was convicted on corruption charges last year, contained fraud. It wasn’t. Dan Sharman, a partner at the law firm Covington & Burling, told county […]
Biden-Harris Admin Openly Admits Iran Became Enriched During Its Tenure
In early October, the Biden-Harris administration openly acknowledged that Iran had become rich under its policies and guidance. Iran is the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism and supports several terrorist networks across the Middle East that have attacked U.S. and Israeli forces since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023. This includes Hezbollah and […]
Jimmy Garoppolo’s Substance-Related Suspension Spells The End Of His Vegas Tenure, Possibly His Career: REPORT
The NFL has suspended Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo for the first two games of the 2024 season for violating the league's performance-enhancing substances policy, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Schefter said the suspension is for a prescription drug that does not have a valid therapeutic use exemption. Schefter said the Raiders plan to […]
Glendale economic development director to retire after impactful tenure
independent news media The City of Glendale’s Director of Economic Development has announced that he will retire later this year after 23 years in a role shaping a number of successful projects in the West Valley community. Brian Friedman works with brokers, developers, corporations, local, state, and international leaders to create luxury auto dealerships, flagship […]