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LAFD's culture of obedience runs deep. Firefighters say they fear retaliation from bosses
Apr 23, 2026 - Us 
Several current and former firefighters told The Times that it's often easier to keep their mouths shut than deal with the ramifications of speaking up.
Santa Monica nonprofit official, wife found dead; police investigate possible murder-suicide
Apr 23, 2026 - Us 
Jeremy Ferguson, who was director of operations for Downtown Santa Monica Inc., and his wife, Mandy Zelinka, were found with fatal gunshot wounds, a source said.
Trump signals commitment to help with L.A. fire recovery at meeting with Bass, Barger
Apr 23, 2026 - Us 
The mayor and county supervisor said they had a "high-level discussion" with the president, sharing stories about what fire survivors are experiencing day to day.
California woman registered her dog to vote, cast ballots in the pooch's name, prosecutors say
Apr 23, 2026 - Us 
Costa Mesa resident Laura Lee Yourex, who bragged on social media about registering her dog to vote and subsequently cast ballots in the animal's name, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor.
Angry Altadena residents ask officials to halt Edison's undergrounding work
Apr 22, 2026 - Us 
Eaton wildfire survivors' anger about Southern California Edison's burying of electric wires in Altadena boiled over Tuesday, with residents calling on government officials to temporarily halt the work.

