
Los Angeles approves $15 billion budget and increases reserves for emergencies...
The financial plan provides for the hiring of police officers and reinforces emergency funds, while the housing and public security crisis maintains debate

The financial plan provides for the hiring of police officers and reinforces emergency funds, while the housing and public security crisis maintains debate

Despite pledges of shared sacrifice, Mayor Karen Bass’s office sees a budget increase amid widespread city layoffs, raising questions about leadership and fiscal responsibility.