Karen Garcia is a reporter on the Fast Break Desk, the team that has a pulse on breaking news at the Los Angeles Times. She was previously a reporter on the Utility Journalism Team, which focused on service journalism. Her previous stints include reporting for the San Luis Obispo New Times and KCBX Central Coast Public Radio.
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TSA is now allowing people to keep their shoes on during a security screening at some airports. It is not clear when that policy takes effect at LAX.
The Los Angeles City Council is moving toward codifying tenant protections against evictions related to remodeling of housing units.
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Los grupos de defensa de los inmigrantes ofrecen orientación sobre lo que se puede hacer cuando un familiar es detenido por agentes de inmigración.
Ongoing raids throughout Los Angeles in Home Depot parking lots, popular food vendor locations and car washes have stoked fear in residents.
Immigrant advocacy groups provide guidance on what you can do when a family member is detained by immigrant enforcement officials.