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Jackie Calmes: Trump cites 'American carnage.' The real carnage is the devastation he leaves in his wake.

For loyal service to Donald Trump both in the White House and since — as valet, Diet Coke gofer and occasional box mover — Walt Nauta now finds himself joined even closer to his boss: as the former president's co-defendant. You have to feel sorry for the guy.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

'We deserve to be taken care of': This modern tea party experience is dedicated to Black women

From the moment guests arrived at Malibu Farm for a tea party on a chilly Saturday afternoon, they were treated like royalty.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

Trauma has shaped Jennifer Siebel Newsom's life. Now it helps fuel her work for California

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Written on a dry-erase board in Jennifer Siebel Newsom's office overlooking the dome of the California Capitol are two phrases: "gender equity" and "support for survivors."

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

George Skelton: Sacramento lawmakers aren't fooling anyone with California's budget charade

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Legislature has passed another so-called on-time state budget. Wink, wink. It's barely a half-baked budget.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

Family of Keenan Anderson files wrongful death suit against LAPD

LOS ANGELES — The family of Keenan Anderson has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles, alleging that police officers used excessive force when they piled on top of the 31-year-old teacher at a busy Venice intersection and Tasered him after a minor traffic collision this year.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

Russell Simmons' daughter insists he's 'completely changed,' and it's been 'terrifying'

Russell Simmons' daughters and ex-wife have taken to Instagram with claims that the music mogul has been emotionally abusive and increasingly volatile.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

Biden announces funding to combat climate change, raises campaign money, during swing through California

PALO ALTO, Calif. — On his first trip to California since announcing his reelection campaign, President Joe Biden on Monday announced $600 million in federal funding to fight the effects of climate change after touring a Northern California nature reserve with Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 20, 2023

The Obamas, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Kerry Washington mark Juneteenth: 'Lean into your liberation'

Juneteenth National Independence Day commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The holiday is celebrated on June 19, the anniversary of the 1865 order by Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger informing enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, of their freedom.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 19, 2023

Man armed with assault rifle is shot by LA County deputies

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies on Monday shot a man they say was armed with an assault rifle and wearing body armor, authorities said.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 19, 2023

Column: State Farm is right. California can’t keep building housing in high-risk places

Back in January, on a dark night of pelting rain, Erica Lopez Bedolla had only minutes to evacuate her family from the impoverished Central Valley town of Planada after a levee broke.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 19, 2023