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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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.
California-Based EV Maker Fisker Cruising Toward Bankruptcy
If Fisker can’t get a break from debt holders, it could file for bankruptcy by mid-June.
USC’s Pro-Palestinian Protesters Clash With Campus Police
The group occupied Alumni Park and issued a list of demands including an end to ‘investment in genocide’ and no policing on campus.
24 California Men Arrested in 3-Day Child Predator Sting
Suspects include a postal worker, a Sunday school teacher, and a captain with the San Jose Fire Department, said the Sacramento County sheriff.
Pack a Bag for Dos Rios, California’s First New State Park in a Decade
Just west of Modesto, the 1,600-acre park is the state’s largest floodplain restoration project. It'll open in June.
Los Angeles DA Announces Charges Against Suspect in Burglary of Mayor’s House
Ephraim Matthew Hunter faces felony counts of residential burglary and vandalism causing $400 or more in damage.
Amazon Pulls Out of Drone Delivery in California
The online retailer didn’t say why it’s leaving, but low demand could be a factor.
Santa Monica to Build 122 Affordable Apartments for $1 Million Each
The multi-story apartment building will offer 2- and 3-bedroom units with shops and parking on the ground floor.
