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Higher Percentage of Students with Disabilities Enroll at UC Berkeley Law School Compared to Male Students

At UC Berkeley's School of Law, 37% of students are registered with the Disabled Students Program, surpassing the percentage of male students. This increase in disability claims has raised questions about the legitimacy of some claims, as requests for accommodations have tripled in recent years. Andrew Testerman has suggested potential executive actions to address these concerns.

Washington Examiner

Spencer Pratt Criticizes Mayor Karen Bass Over Los Angeles Warehouse Fire

Spencer Pratt has publicly criticized Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for her handling of a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, linking it to her previous response to another fire incident. The fire has led to health concerns among residents, and both local and state officials have declared emergencies. Pratt also criticized Bass for budget cuts to the fire department, which he claims have impacted the response to the fire.

Washington Examiner

Spencer Pratt Blames Mayor Karen Bass for Los Angeles Warehouse Fire

Spencer Pratt has accused Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass of being responsible for a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, citing her absence during the incident. The fire, which began on Wednesday, has led to health concerns among residents and prompted emergency declarations from local and state officials. Pratt's comments come as he continues to criticize Bass ahead of the upcoming general election.

Washington Examiner

California Governor declares state of emergency due to Boyle Heights warehouse fire

California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency due to a warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that has been ongoing since Wednesday. The emergency order allows for the mobilization of state resources to assist local agencies in managing the situation, while concerns about potential biohazards from the warehouse's contents have been raised.

Guardian — US

Los Angeles Mayor Declares State of Emergency Amid Warehouse Fire

Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency due to a fire at a cold-storage facility that is generating smoke across the metro area. Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Ysabel Jurado emphasized the impact on residents, including health concerns and disruptions to daily life.

Washington Examiner

Avenal, California Councilmembers Challenge Recall Election Results

In Avenal, California, three city councilmembers, including the mayor, are refusing to resign after being recalled by voters in April 2026. The situation has led to a legal battle, with recall supporters pursuing a quo warranto action authorized by the California Attorney General to challenge the officials' continued presence in office.