At our Board meeting this week, I voted “no” on another countywide sales tax. Los Angeles County already has the highest sales tax of any major metropolis. This proposed half-cent increase would push us even higher, making our county less affordable for families and less appealing for consumers...

This week, we officially launched the new Los Angeles County Homeless Services and Housing Department, whose work will have tangible, visible impacts. Increasing our effectiveness requires us to coordinate and centralize our efforts, and this department streamlines work under one roof that was previously...

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has named First District Supervisor Hilda Solis as the new board chair for 2026. Solis took the gavel from Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger on Tuesday, Dec. 2, to lead the county board that represents 10 million county residents and oversees 117,000...

On Friday, Jan. 16, surrounded by his loved ones and Sheriff’s Department colleagues, we officially renamed the Castaic Sports Complex in honor of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer. As many will remember, Deputy Clinkunbroomer tragically lost his life in the line of duty in September 2023. Before we...

This week marked the one-year anniversary of the Eaton Fire. As I reflect on the past year and look toward what lies ahead, my message to survivors is clear: I see your pain, I respect your resilience and I remain committed to walking with you on the long road ahead. I will keep listening, keep fighting...

At this time last year, we had no idea what changes and challenges 2025 would have in store. What I did know, and what this year reaffirmed, is that whatever 2025 brought our way, we’d get through it together. I’m more certain of that truth now than ever. Almost a year after the historic January...

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions. “Storm impacts can escalate quickly, especially for communities in foothill and mountain areas...

There’s no better way to celebrate the season than with toys, treats, and rollercoasters. My annual Foster Youth Holiday Party is one of the most special traditions we do each year, and I was so thankful to host it alongside our partners with the Department of Children and Family Services last...

I’m overjoyed to share that as of this week, several Altadena residents have moved back into their newly-rebuilt homes in time for the holidays. I was humbled to join two different families as they celebrated receiving their official Certificate of Occupancy from the County so they can begin their...

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has unanimously voted to clear the way for the Entrada South/Valencia Commerce Center development project, one of the largest proposals to come before the board in recent years. Located west of The Old Road and bordered by both the northern and southern portions...