The Los Angeles political world is no stranger to scandal. In fact, there have been so many it can be hard to keep them straight.
AdvertisementOne of Los Angeles’ most prominent political figures, suspended City Councilmemberalong with a former USC dean on federal charges that he took bribes from the dean in exchange for directing millions in public funding to the university.
Prosecutors say the kickback scheme occurred when Ridley-Thomas sat on the L.A. County Board of Supervisors in 2017, before he joined the City Council — from which he was later suspended. He has pleaded not guilty in the case, which remains ongoing., admitting to bribery in case. She said she agreed to route money from Ridley-Thomas’ campaign through the university into his son’s nonprofit in order to hide the origins of the funds.
Months later, Garcetti‘s chief of staff, Ana Guerrero, stepped down from her post after The Times reported shein private Facebook group. Guerrero made comments in the social media platform, saying “I hate her” and used a Spanish term that translates to “jealous old lady.” Guerrero was placed on unpaid leave from Garcetti’s office after the incident came to light in June 2021, though she recently returned
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The Sunny, Rule-Breaking Street Fashion of Los AngelesDiscover the wide-ranging and individualistic fashion of L.A.
Read more »
New Dodgers mural in Los Angeles features Vin Scully and Tommy LasordaThe mural in Picfair Village features Dodger legends Vin Scully and Tommy Lasorda and asks the team to 'Win for Vin.'
Read more »
Los Angeles man exonerated of murder after spending 20 years in prison sues county, LASDAlexander Torres was exonerated of murder after spending 20 years in prison. He is now suing the county and local authorities, according to his lawyer.
Read more »
Photographer Parker Woods documents the Los Angeles he left behindA photographer documents the LA he left behind. Parker Woods absconded the artifice of Los Angeles, creating this book as a goodbye:
Read more »
Best Things To Do This Weekend In Los Angeles And SoCal: Oct. 14 - 16Celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Thing. Check out Beyond the Streets’ Print Bazaar. Honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Learn about Victorian Mourning practices. Listen to jazz at LACMA.
Read more »