Los Angeles and California have declared a state of emergency over the Boyle Heights warehouse fire.A measure that would allow the L.A. City Council to create policy for the police department is one of several charter reforms to appear on the November ballot. Previewing a zine festival in Long Beach that celebrates felines. Plus, more.

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Los Angeles and California have declared a state of emergency over the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. A measure that would allow the L.A. City Council to create policy for the police department is one of several charter reforms to appear on the November ballot. Previewing a zine festival in Long Beach that celebrates felines. Plus, more.
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