Tag: accountability
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Plants, Power, and Accountability: What the Palisades Fire Really Exposed
The catastrophic Palisades Fire was not just the result of wind, drought, or climate change. Newly surfaced documents and litigation records raise troubling questions about California’s wildfire policies, empty reservoirs, and environmental rules that may have delayed aggressive suppression—turning a small, contained blaze into one of the most destructive urban fires in state history.
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San Diego’s $30 Million Police Payout Over the Killing of 16-Year-Old Konoa Wilson: What Went Wrong, and What Comes Next?
San Diego’s record-setting $30 million settlement over the police killing of 16-year-old Konoa Wilson is more than a financial headline — it’s a warning sign. Despite five years of post-Floyd reforms, a teenager running away from gunfire was shot in the back by an officer who never issued a warning. As investigations stall and taxpayers…
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California DOJ Sues Los Angeles County Over “Inhumane” Jail Conditions — What the State Isn’t Saying About Its Own Role
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has initiated a significant lawsuit against the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, alleging severe safety and health violations in county jails. The case highlights systemic issues and questions the state’s responsibility in creating these conditions, though critics argue the lawsuit may expand state control rather than provide meaningful reform.
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LASD Expands Body-Worn Cameras in County Jails — But Santa Clarita’s Pitchess Facility Will Wait Until 2026
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna announced an expansion of body-worn cameras in the county jail system, starting in October 2025. However, the Pitchess Detention Center will not receive these cameras until mid-2026, raising concerns about equitable reform. Critics emphasize that cameras alone won’t address deeper systemic issues, and transparency remains vital.
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Los Angeles County’s Budget Crisis: What They Don’t Want Residents to Notice
Los Angeles County claims financial stability, but the reality is a looming crisis fueled by rising homelessness costs, unsustainable labor expenses, and a dwindling tax base. Despite spending billions with little improvement, officials downplay deficits. Taxpayers may face new taxes, service cuts, and worsening conditions without accountability or transparency.
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