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L.A. Leaders Respond: Supreme Court to Decide on Gay Marriage Nationwide
Same-sex marriage proponents in the Southland and across the country hailed today's announcement.
Brittany Maynard's Death May Bring Life to 'Aid in Dying' Bill
The California legislature is almost certain to consider legislation similar to Oregon's.
L.A. County May Create Jail Unit to Prevent Suicide by Mentally Ill
The federal Department of Justice concluded that LA County provides inadequate suicide prevention and mental health services to mentally ill prisoners.
When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go Gender Neutral, Says West Hollywood
West Hollywood requires public restrooms to be gender neutral, rather than designated for men or women.
Small Towns, Big Ballot Measures
Elections in less than two months are the talk of two small Southern California communities.
Many advocates of social services programs are calling for Gov. Jerry Brown to increase funding in California's next budget. Here, Gov. Jerry Brown.
Social Services Funding Unlikely to be Restored by Budget
Deep cuts to social services have helped ease California's finances.
Californians with Developmental Disabilities Gain More Rights
An additional layer of protection for individuals with developmental disabilities has been added to the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act.
Addressing Possible Conflict of Interest in Police Shooting Investigations
A new statewide bill would address what some might consider the what's-wrong-with-this-picture nature of these investigations.
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'Kill Switch' Law Could Take Life Out of Smartphone Theft
To address mobile device theft, a new law mandates that all new smartphones have a "kill switch."
Bill to Repeal DOMA Faces Uphill Battle in Republican Congress
Scores of U.S. senators and representatives signaled their support.
An artificial turf field made with crumb rubber at Whitsett Fields Park in North Hollywood.
Is Crumb Rubber Safe? Bill Seeks to Answer That Troubling Question
With a new bill in Sacramento, Sen. Jerry Hill joins parents and athletes across California.
A Walmart workers strike on Thanksgiving 2014 in Medford, OR
Should Workers on Christmas Get Double Time? Bill Seeks Just That
Californians could get much-needed relief for working during future holiday seasons.
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