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Jun 2009

Schwarzenegger calls for two-tier state pension system

California public employee unions already reeling from pay cuts have been dealt a new blow by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger - a push to lower pension and retiree health care benefits for state workers hired after today. Schwarzenegger's call...

30

Jun 2009

LAPD consent decree extended to July 15

A federal judge said Monday that he needs more time to decide whether federal monitoring and oversight of the Los Angeles Police Department should continue. U.S. District Judge Gary Feess had been expected to issue a decision this week but...

29

Jun 2009

Mich. in talks to possibly take Calif. prisoners

LANSING, Mich. - Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm sent a letter Monday to California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger formally offering to house - for a fee - some of the Golden State's prison inmates. Michigan plans to close two prisons by the...

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Jun 2009

L.A. expands summer parks program that mayor says combats gang crime

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa today announced the expansion of a summertime anti-gang program that includes special community events, after-schools activities, sports leagues and extended nighttime hours at 16 city parks, most in...