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From the LA Times:

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Hahn Gains Support of Key Unions
Leaders cite the mayor's backing for labor causes, including the grocery strike. The endorsements guarantee money and volunteers.
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New Federal Courthouse Only a Partial Solution
Because of limited funds, the downtown building won't be big enough to accommodate all court operations.
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FAA to Probe Radio Failure
Agency team will visit Palmdale center, where a technician's error led to airport disruptions.
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LETTERS TO THE TIMES
King/Drew Trauma Plan Raises Concerns
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From the Daily News:

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Authorities back away from pledge
Goal of making the LAUSD a top district runs into pitfalls
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SEIU backs Hahn for mayor
Incumbent wins endorsement of key union
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Officials delay seal substitution
Los Angeles County officials decided Thursday to wait two weeks before beginning to replace the county seal on thousands of government vehicles, buildings and parks.
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Feds suing MTA over religious days off
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a civil rights suit against the MTA, claiming the agency discriminates against bus drivers and other employees by requiring them to be available to work on days of worship.
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New laws fund help to swat W. Nile
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed two bills Thursday designed to strengthen the state's efforts to fight the mosquito-borne West Nile virus, which has killed 15 Californians this year.
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Airline patron checks tightened
WASHINGTON -- Starting next week, all airline passengers must take off their jackets before passing through metal detectors, and more will be subjected to pat-down searches and checks for explosives, the Transportation Security Administration announced Thursday.
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