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Los Angeles TimesFriday, 1 May 2026
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Record shutdown of Homeland Security is over
Funding bill averts more airport turmoil but omits money for immigration agenda.
The paper frames the conclusion of the shutdown factually, highlighting both the practical relief from airport disruptions and the political compromise required to pass the bill.
A prolonged funding dispute that impacted the Department of Homeland Security has been resolved via a bipartisan legislative agreement. The deal restores standard operations but conspicuously denies the executive branch's requested funds for specific immigration enforcement measures.
“averts more airport turmoil”
“Balanced and multi-faceted”
Iran war gives recycled plastics surprise boost
Analyses an unintended economic consequence of geopolitical conflict on global commodity markets.
New nominee for surgeon general
After Casey Means’ path stalled in Senate, Trump picks Nicole Saphier, a radiologist.
Reports straightforwardly on a new federal medical appointment following a previously stalled nomination.
A way to get drivers to slow down
Speed cameras have changed behavior in San Francisco. Soon they’ll be used in L.A.
Explores the anticipated local implementation of speed cameras based on outcomes observed in a neighbouring city.
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