Health

Health Is a Basic Human Right—It’s Time Our Laws, Systems and Values Reflected That

We are all responsible for our health … but that responsibility must be matched with support. You can’t choose to…

1 year ago

Efforts Emerge to Correct Prison Phone Rates, Mental Health Services and Reception Area Wait Times

Research has shown that staying in touch with loved ones while incarcerated reduces recidivism and improves public safety.

1 year ago

L.A. Briefs: Wilmington Moratorium on Smoke Shops and Hahn Increases Reward to Apprehend Octavio Montano Islas

Councilmember McOsker, Wilmington Residents, Call for a Moratorium on Smoke Shops   LOS ANGELES — Councilmember Tim McOsker introduced a motion…

1 year ago

The Hidden Costs of the Big Data Surveillance Complex

Whether the public realizes it or not, the environment and citizens are being polluted by the actions of private tech…

1 year ago

As Pickleball Popularity Surges, So Do Injuries: Dignity Health Offers Expert Care and Prevention Tips

However, this surge has been accompanied by a significant rise in related injuries, particularly among older adults.

1 year ago

LA Briefs: Measles Exposure Alert Issued, City Scales Back Layoff Plans

This traveler arrived on China Airlines Flight #008 at the Tom Bradley International Airport (TBIT) Terminal B, gate 153 on…

1 year ago

Trump’s War On Data

The previous Tuesday, July 29, Trump’s Environmental Protection Agency chief, Lee Zeldin, announced the intention to rescind the EPA’s 2009…

1 year ago

Carson Residents Protest Fireworks Petition and Hotel Conversion Plan

City and county officials support the project, but residents question whether Carson has any say in the decision and worry…

1 year ago

Los Angeles County Moves Forward with Maximum Indoor Temperature Ordinance

The ordinance will take effect in 30 days. However, in an effort to ensure the passing of the ordinance, the…

1 year ago

CDFA Announces Recall of Burrata Cheese Made by L.A. County’s Gioia Cheese Co., Inc.

The order applies to “Gioia Cheese Co. Burrata” sold in four-ounce and one-pound plastic tubs available for purchase at retail…

1 year ago