First Take: Unions go to work for Jerry Brown. Prop. 8 repeal fizzles

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Labor unions have pledged millions to a new effort to boost Jerry Brown’s campaign. A push to repeal the same-sex marriage ban, Proposition 8, has failed to qualify for the November ballot.

San Diego Republican Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher wants tougher penalties for sex crimes against minors.

Mercury Insurance violated state laws by potentially overcharging thousands of customers, the Department of Insurance has ruled.

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has filled a key seat on the board that oversees the DWP as the mayor and the utility are locked in a fight over rate hikes.