Jill McLaughlin
Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
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UCLA Students Express Fear After Protesters Clash on Campus
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators occupied Royce Quad after a night when counter-protesters pulled down camp barricades.
California to Raise Gas Tax by 2 Cents a Gallon in July
The average price per gallon in California is already $1.70 higher than the national average. A state oversight agency has seen no wrongdoing by ‘Big Oil.’
California Returning 39,000 Acres to Native American Tribes
‘These awards are an acknowledgment of past sins,’ said Newsom. The $100 million grant program funds 33 tribal land projects.
California Bill Would Bar Elected Officials From Voting on Contracts to Benefit Relatives
The state senator behind the measure says he was prompted by a report of an OC supervisor who voted on a contract for a nonprofit headed by his daughter.
Los Angeles Prosecutor Working for Gascón Posts $50,000 Bond After Felony Arrest
Diana Teran faces felony charges of unauthorized use of data from confidential peace officer files.
Thousands of Tesla Supercharging Stations Now Open to Other EV Models in California
The move makes the stations immediately available to Ford and Rivian vehicles. GM, Volvo, and Polestar EVs are expected to gain access this spring.
California Bill Would Put Some CLEAR Users in Their Own Airport Line
The measure would let CLEAR operate at its current locations with no change. But new operations in other airports would need to form a separate line.
LA Water and Power Department Approves $750,000 Salary for New Director
Janisse Quiñones, a former exec at PG&E, was Mayor Bass’s pick to fill the spot after a nationwide search.
USC Cancels Main-Stage Graduation Ceremony After Pro-Palestinian Protests
New safety measures forced cancellation of the big event, which would have meant processing 65,000 people. Individual school ceremonies will still be held.
