Orange County was forced to end its lucrative contract to detain immigrants in the local jail. Sheriff Paul Arteta, who’s up for reelection, is among those suing to keep it.
Environmental advocates are watching legal efforts to revive two natural gas pipelines and overturn New York’s fracking ban, with potential consequences for waterways and wetlands.
Levon Helm’s daughter also accused the venue’s new president, Brian Parillo, of taking advantage of the drummer’s widow to seize control of the famed venue
Officials discussed new risk assessments, rising hotline calls, and efforts to connect victims with critical services during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.