He worked at a water district for just seven days. But it ended up costing $1.5 million - Los Angeles Times
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For the politically connected, Los Angeles County is the land of second chances. People who violated the public trust — in some cases more than once — still find high-level jobs in local government.
For the politically connected, Los Angeles County is the land of second chances. People who violated the public trust — in some cases more than once — still find high-level jobs in local government.
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California hit with tropical storm, earthquake and wildfire
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Why the Northridge Quake was a defining moment for transit
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Warehouses replace farms as big rigs fill Inland Empire - Los Angeles Times
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Old Mill digging machine rescue: $25 million and counting
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Landslide in Los Angeles County Destroys Homes and Forces Evacuations - The New York Times
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Enrique's Journey: The Story of a Boy's Dangerous Odyssey to Reunite with His Mother: Nazario, Sonia: 9781400062058: : Books
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U.S. lays out options on Colorado River crisis - Los Angeles Times
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Here's what will happen if Colorado River system doesn't recover from 'historic drought' - ABC News
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Deal Is Reached to Keep Colorado River From Going Dry, for Now - The New York Times
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Opinion When One Almond Gulps 3.2 Gallons of Water - The New York Times
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American amateur golfer Nick Dunlap wins PGA tour event, not allowed to collect money prize
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Cash for grass: New law would save water for Colorado by paying homeowners to tear up their lawns
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Millions of Californians are struggling to pay for water - Los Angeles Times
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California gas prices: 4 charts explain why they're so high - Los Angeles Times