A fake poll fooled the LA mayor’s campaign. It’s a ‘wake-up call’ for other politicians

A group published a fabricated poll on LA's mayoral race, fooling the mayor’s campaign and news outlets — then admitted it ...

As California demands less plastic in packaging, manufacturers say you’ll pay more for stuff

A new law aims to cut plastic packaging 25% by 2032 — but producers say the real cost could be billions more than the state projected.
Opinion

As LA prepares for the Olympics, a lot is riding on its transit system

Ridership for LA’s transit system grew by 2.4 million riders during the World Cup, considered a dry run for the Olympics, which will be a tougher, more regionwide challenge.
Opinion

Attorney General Bonta excels at self-promotion but buries legal losses that cost California

Rob Bonta has sent nearly 500 press releases this year. But he has been quiet about California's payouts for lost or settled court cases. Recently they totaled $7 million.
CalMatters

Xavier Becerra gets to play it safe in the race for governor, and he isn’t making promises

Be prepared for California’s general election: Sign up for our election newsletter to get breaking news and key developments on the ballot propositions and races. Xavier Becerra says California needs ...