The momentum for cannabis liberalization drums along, but it doesn’t come cheap. In addition to grassroots efforts, millions in lobbying dollars have been spent to affect policy change.
“The newly appointed attorney general has voted for and supported policies and laws that are not only destroying the rights of crime victims but are destroying public safety in this state,” she said.
“I am ready to get to work on issues ranging from homelessness to transportation, justice to the environment, public health to an economic recovery that includes everyone. I believe we as a county can move forward on these issues to greatly improve the lives of all who call Los Angeles County home,” Lindsay Horvath said in a statement.
Costa Mesa Mayor Katrina Foley, a Democrat, has been elected to the Orange County Board of Supervisors, beating out former county supervisor turned state senator John Moorlach for District 2.
They are vying to replace Michelle Steel, who is now serving in the House of Representatives.
Big political news in L.A. County.
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has changed its public comment policy after online bigots derailed a recent meeting with antisemitic and racist screeds.
California voters will be asked to reform the state’s mental health system in March, following the approval of two bills by lawmakers last week.
Los Angeles County officials are seeking the public’s input on how to combat street takeovers or “sideshows.”
Santa Barbara County cannabis businesses that are behind on their taxes could soon lose their license to operate.