Congresswoman Diane Watson Retires After 30 Years In Public Service Diane Watson's career in Congress goes back to 2001, but her work in public service goes back much further. Richie Duchon reports on the legacy of Congresswoman Watson. (posted 2/11/10) By Richard Duchon
Board of Supervisors will partner with the University of California to Reopen MLK Hospital The storied Martin Luther King Jr. hospital in Willowbrook is one step closer to reopening. The hospital closed in 2007 after life-threatening mistakes were uncovered and the hospital failed an inspection by federal regulators. The L.A. County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a plan to partner with the University of California to reopen what they're calling the new MLK hospital. UC regents approved the partnership in November. Richie Duchon has more on the vote today that will move things forward. (posted 12/01/09) By Richard Duchon
Thousands Catch A Break At Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway The lines were long, but the music was loud and the sun was shining on more than 1,000 South L.A. residents waiting for a free turkey dinner. Wednesday was the 22nd year Jackson Limousine Service provided dinners for those in need. Richie Duchon reports the wait was worth it for many who say this was a tough year. (posted 11/24/09) By Richard Duchon
Legal Battle Between City Attorney and Controller Postponed A strange and complicated court battle between the L.A. City Attorney and the City Controller will continue for at least another week. The city attorney's office is fighting with the city controller over a lawsuit brought by the previous controller, who will pay for her legal fees and the right to audit city officeholders. Richie Duchon sorts out what took place and what’s next. (posted 11/10/09) By Richard Duchon
Beck Selected To Be Next LAPD Chief Deputy Chief Charlie Beck is now officially Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's selection to the be the next chief of the LAPD. Beck had his first chance Tuesday to address the press and the public about taking over for Chief Bill Bratton. He thanked the mayor and the police commission. And he became emotional as he thanked his family, whose service goes back 60 years. (posted 11/03/09) By Richard Duchon
LAUSD School Construction Full Steam Ahead One of the largest public works projects in the country is about to get a little bigger. The Los Angeles Unified School District is breaking ground on its 81st new school building in the last 10 years. Richie Duchon has more on the beginning for a new South L.A. elementary school. (posted 10/20/09) By Richard Duchon
Richie Duchon talks with attorney general Jerry Brown about ballot measures California Attorney General and would-be governor Jerry Brown, says he'll be voting yes on all the measures on the May 19th special election ballot. Richie Duchon caught up with Brown to talk about why he supports the measures. (posted 4/30/09) By Richard Duchon
California Attorney General calls Maywood Police Department a mess An investigation into the Maywood Police Department reveals widespread use of excessive force and abuses of power and abuses of power with almost no accountability. Richie Duchon reports today California Attorney General Jerry Brown called for a state take-over of the department with mandatory reforms attached. (posted 4/28/09) By Richard Duchon
City Attorney Run-Off Gets Down and Dirty The run-off campaign to become L.A.'s next city attorney is getting muddy. City Councilman Jack Weiss had some mud to sling his opponents way today. Richie Duchon reports. (posted 4/16/09) By Richard Duchon
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