- January 23, 2025
LA Mayor Bass Faces Scrutiny Over ‘Legalized Corruption’ and Bribery Scandals
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (71) is under fire as her administration faces multiple corruption allegations amid criticism over the city’s wildfire response. The controversies
LA County Seeks Federal Aid for Wildfire Recovery, Trump to Visit Friday
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has formally requested wildfire recovery funding from President Donald Trump’s administration, highlighting urgent needs across
BREAKING: Protesters Rally in LA’s Wilshire Area Demanding Mayor Bass’s Resignation
Demonstrators gathered yesterday around 3:30 PM near 4155 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles’s Mid-Wilshire district, calling for the resignation of Mayor Karen Bass. The protest
LA Leaders Face Backlash Over Crisis Response: No Apologies, No Accountability
Mayor Bass Abroad During Major Fire as Governor Newsom Faces Social Media Controversy LOS ANGELES – Anger is mounting among Los Angeles residents over what
Los Angeles Battles Multiple Fires and Suspected Arson Cases Amid Historic Fire Emergency
Los Angeles is currently facing one of its most challenging fire emergencies in recent history, with multiple fires and suspected arson cases stretching the Los
[Urban Mismanagement: When Administrative Incompetence Endangers Public Safety]
A disturbing pattern emerges when examining recent urban disasters: the fundamental failure of city administrators who lack basic understanding of urban management principles. Their incompetence
LA Mayor Could Face Legal Consequences Over Fire Prevention Failures
As criticism mounts over the Los Angeles fire incident attributed to the mayor’s alleged incompetence, calls for accountability are growing, including potential legal consequences, resignation
LA Metro Police Force Implementation Criticized as “Too Little, Too Late” as Timeline Stretches to Five Years
The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s decision to establish its own police force has drawn criticism from community leaders and safety advocates, who argue that
Brighter Smiles and a Brighter Future
Emily Lee- Sunny Hills High School Braces are considered to be uncomfortable, nerdy, and unappealing to many. Now, Invisalign, which are sets of clear, removable
The impact of fast fashion
Ayla Lee- Palos Verdes Peninsula High School 9th Grade When fast fashion first started in the 1990s, retailers created trendy but poor quality clothing to
A Sunday Morning in Koreatown: Reflections on LA’s Urban Reality
On a sun-drenched Sunday morning, my usual cheerful mood darkens as I approach my favorite Paris Baguette in Koreatown. The familiar path to my morning
LA Grapples with E-Scooter Parking Crisis Despite Regulations
Los Angeles’ efforts to regulate shared electric scooter parking have proven largely ineffective, as enforcement struggles to keep pace with mounting complaints about hazardous parking
Supervisor Kathryn Barger Advocates for Swift Implementation of SB 43
“Is it inability or unwillingness?” Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger has once again voiced her support for the timely implementation of Senate Bill 43
SB 43 Implementation Stalls Despite Mental Health Crisis
[Related article][Opinion]The Silent Tragedy on LA’s Streets California cities are hesitating to implement Senate Bill 43, which passed in 2024 to help individuals with severe
[Opinion]The Silent Tragedy on LA’s Streets
As night falls in Los Angeles, sleep eludes the city. The streets echo with the anguished cries and moans of mentally ill individuals and drug
The Forgotten Neighbor of Koreatown: A Mental Health Crisis on Wilshire and Hobart
At the bus stop at the intersection of Wilshire and Hobart, a homeless woman has made her home for the past three years. Her days
California’s Homeless Industrial Complex: A Flawed System Perpetuating the Crisis
The state of California has been pouring billions of dollars into addressing its homelessness crisis, yet the problem continues to worsen. This paradox has led
“Why is shoplifting a felony?” Thieves caught off guard, unaware of law change Recent ‘Proposition 36’ allows felony charges for repeat offenders
As controversy grows over California’s law that treats theft under $950 as only a misdemeanor allegedly encouraging repeat offenders, local police have released footage of
Historic Morrison Hotel Fire: A Damning Indictment of LA City Government’s Negligence
A devastating fire erupted at the iconic Morrison Hotel in downtown Los Angeles on December 26, 2024, exposing the city government’s long-standing neglect and irresponsibility.
Major Fire Breaks Out in Downtown LA, Prompting Emergency Declaration
A significant fire erupted in an empty building in downtown Los Angeles on Thursday morning, leading the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) to declare a
E-Scooter Crisis in Koreatown: Safety Concerns and Rising Lawsuits
Electric scooters, while providing convenient transportation, have become a significant safety hazard in Los Angeles’s Koreatown, leading to increased accidents and legal challenges against the
LA City Faces Criticism Over Misplaced Policy Priorities and Resource Management
Los Angeles city government is facing mounting criticism over its approach to urban challenges, with experts and residents questioning its policy priorities and resource allocation
Rising Crime in Koreatown Highlights LAPD’s Incompetence
A disturbing act of arson on Wilshire Boulevard has once again exposed the Los Angeles Police Department’s failure to protect one of the city’s most
NYC Subway Horror: LA Metro Can’t Rest Easy
A horrific attack in a Brooklyn subway has reignited debates about transit safety across major U.S. cities, with critics blasting authorities for prioritizing budget constraints
LA’s Koreatown Crisis: City Administration Under Fire for Mismanaged Development
Los Angeles’ Koreatown, one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, is facing severe livability challenges due to unchecked development and apparent negligence from city officials.
[Breaking News] Jewelry Store Robbery in Downtown Los Angeles
On Saturday, December 21, 2024, a jewelry store robbery occurred in downtown Los Angeles during the early morning hours. Key Details: Incident Timeline: This incident
The Importance of Purpose
Amber Arnott -Fairfax Highschool 11th Grade Purpose can be understood in numerous ways; it is not a uniform concept applicable to everyone. There is no single,
Striving for Perfection
Andrew Hwang, Sunny Hills High School, 10th Grade Perfection is something that not many people strive for because it’s pretty much nonexistent. A lot of
Breaking News: LA Deputy Mayor’s City Hall Terror Threat Shakes Trust in City Government
In a shocking turn of events, Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Brian Williams has been implicated in a bomb threat against City Hall, further eroding public
LA County to Declare Local Emergency for Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall
Posted December 17, 2024 2:30 PM PST Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is set to declare a local state of emergency for Los Padrinos
President Yoon Delivers Defiant Address Defending Martial Law Declaration
December 12, 2024 South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol strongly defended his December 3rd declaration of martial law in a lengthy public address today, while
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LA Homeless Authority Audit Reveals Shocking Mismanagement and Waste of Public Funds
A recent audit report released by the Los Angeles County Auditor has exposed severe incompetence within the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), highlighting the
President Yoon Defends Martial Law Declaration, Dismisses Criticism
President Yoon Suk Yeol defended his martial law declaration on December 4th, asserting there was “absolutely nothing wrong” with the decision during a meeting with
Seoul Metro’s Financial Crisis Sounds Warning Bell for Global Transit Systems
Seoul Metro, the operator of Seoul’s subway lines 1-8, is forecasting a critical financial shortfall of up to 1 trillion won (approximately $750 million) for
Six US States Push Forward with EV Mandate Despite Trump Opposition: Setting Up Clash Between Trump and Newsom
Six U.S. states, led by California, are moving forward with their zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate starting next year, despite opposition from former President Donald Trump,
Youth Activism: Vital Contributions for the Future
Grace Chun, Orange County School of the Arts, 9th grade Although some believe that Youth Activism is harmful to society because at times it is
AI effect on learning
Brian Lee (10th Grade, West Ranch High School) ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) that can give a detailed answer to nearly any user question, has
NYC Mayor Pushes for Stronger Involuntary Commitment Policy as LA Faces Similar Crisis
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is doubling down on his controversial policy of involuntary hospitalization for homeless individuals with severe mental illness, following a
캘리포니아서 한식 알리는 ‘아이 러브 김치’ 행사
캘리포니아주 한국학교 교사들이 만든 비영리단체인 한국어교육재단(이사장 구은희)은 산타클라라 캠벨시에서 동포들과 현지인이 함께한 ‘아이 러브 김치’ 행사를 열었다고 20일 밝혔다. 캘리포니아주 의회가 제정한 11월 22일 ‘김치의
California Voters Reject Progressive Policies, Declare ‘War on Crime’
Los Angeles residents show overwhelming support for new DA Nathan Hackman as California voters decisively turn away from a decade of progressive criminal justice reforms.
LA Times’ Bold Pivot: A Progressive Giant’s March Toward the Center
Will a Billionaire’s Gamble Revive the Paper’s Fortune? The Los Angeles Times, the West Coast’s journalistic powerhouse, stands at a crossroads. In a recent Fox
Towards Health Equity: The Imperative of Preventive Healthcare
Kayla M. Roh, Fairmont Preparatory Academy, Grade: 10 Preventive healthcare, characterized by a proactive approach to detecting, mitigating, and averting health issues before they escalate, is a critical
No Friendship is an Accident
Ellen Hwang, Sunny Hills High School, 10th grade “No friendship is an accident,” mentioned American writer O. Henry. In other words, the people we encounter
AOC’s Instagram Q&A Backfires: Critics Say She Misses the Point on Democratic Defeat
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s recent Instagram session draws criticism for tone-deaf response to Harris loss In what critics are calling a serious misreading of the political
The Curious Case of Saint Clooney’s Billion-Dollar Spirit
Oh, how wonderfully amusing it is to witness the tale of Hollywood’s favorite progressive poster boy, George Clooney, and his “accidental” journey into billion-dollar entrepreneurship.
The Democratic Party’s Disconnect: Understanding the Immigrant Voter Shift
Recent electoral outcomes in the United States reflect not an intellectual decline but rather a fundamental misalignment between Democratic Party priorities and the pragmatic concerns
California’s Political Landscape: Democratic Stronghold Shows Signs of Strain Amid Olympic Concerns
Recent political shifts in California indicate growing cracks in what has long been considered a Democratic stronghold, raising concerns about the state’s ability to handle
California Democratic Party’s Dangerous Disconnect from Reality
The recent U.S. elections resulted in a sweeping Republican victory, securing not only the presidency but also majorities in both chambers of Congress. This decisive
Trump’s Victory Reflects Americans’ Fatigue with Progressive Democratic Policies
In a clear rebuke to the Democratic establishment, former President Donald Trump has effectively secured his path to becoming the 47th President of the United
Korean American Candidates Set to Shape California Political Landscape
In the upcoming California elections, Korean American candidates are poised to make significant impacts across multiple races, drawing intense interest from the Korean American community.
