Terrorists Attack Paris, France!
Security Message For U.S. Citizens In the wake of the November 13, 2015 terrorist attacks in Paris and continued terrorist threats against France and Europe detailed in the Department’s Worldwide…
Congressman Cárdenas So Proud Of Best Bill Ever Written
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the support of nearly the entire California House delegation, U.S. Rep. Tony Cárdenas (D-Beautiful San Fernando Valley) this week introduced the most important piece of legislation…
It’s Time To Reform Our Criminal Justice System
WASHINGTON, DC — In this week’s address, the President spoke to the need for meaningful criminal justice reform in America. America faces a cycle of poverty, criminality, and incarceration that…
Los Angeles Becomes Largest West Coast City to Require Safe Storage/Trigger Locks for Handguns at Home
Krekorian’s Law Requires Responsible Gun Owners to Act Responsibly LOS ANGELES, CA — Late last month, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved (14-0) a law, written and championed by…
Congressman Tony Cardenas Introduces Proven Strategies For Gang Intervention
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As part of the President’s recognition of Youth Justice Awareness Month, U.S. Rep. Tony Cárdenas (D-San Fernando Valley, Calif.), a member of the House Committee on Energy…
Who Is Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board Member Monica Ratliff?
“I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona the daughter of a Mexican immigrant mother and Anglo-American father. My father died young leaving my mother and me to raise my two much…
CNN & Reagan Library Prepare For GOP Candidates Debate
SIMI VALLEY, CA — The CNN Reagan Library Republican candidates’ debate will be divided into two parts featuring two groups of candidates. One group will feature the top 10 candidates…
Profile Of The “Youth Speak Collective” In Pacoima
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA — In 2005, Youth Speak Collective founders David Kietzman and Whitney Kasserman saw an urgent need for educational resources and activities for youth living in the…
Congressman Cardenas Discusses Iran, Solar Energy, Donald Trump & The Marilyn Monroe Post Office Bill
By George Thomas, Political Reporter SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CA — For a sophomore Congressman, Tony Cardenas (D-North Hollywood, Calif.) is certainly rising through the ranks in our nation’s capital. As…
Handle The Heat With These Safety Tips
LOS ANGELES, CA — Summer is kicking into full gear and temperatures are rising across the Southland. LA County health officials urge residents to take precautions while participating in outdoor…