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As mosquitoes go year-round in L.A., a promising fix hits a snag

To curb a dengue-carrying mosquito, L.A. County officials are releasing sterilized males. The approach is promising, but funding to expand it is uncertain.

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Democratic Socialists of America won't endorse in race for L.A. mayor

The Los Angeles chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America will not endorse a candidate for mayor.

Bass leads the field for L.A. mayor, but many voters view her unfavorably, poll finds

L.A. Times/Berkeley IGS poll on L.A. mayor's race shows incumbent Karen Bass in the lead.

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Barabak: California can have both easy voting and quicker election results. Here's how

The lag time between election day and final tabulations creates a vacuum filled by unwarranted fraud claims. A reformer offers steps to speed the count while preserving the ease of casting a ballot.

Animal rescue says dogs injured during L.A. County enforcement operation; authorities deny claims

Video shows a Rock N Pawz official saying some dogs were hurt as agents seized over 300 animals. Animal Care and Control disputed the claims, saying none were injured in the impounding process.