Despite years of costly lawsuits, oversight measures and promises by leaders to rein in indiscriminate use of force, the LAPD faces sharp criticism, fresh litigation and questions.| Los Angeles Times
The LAPD chief said in a department-wide message this week that some officers face conflicting feelings of 'loyalty, frustration, fear, or sometimes even shame as the community mistakenly views you as part of something that you are not.'| Los Angeles Times
The department is down hundreds of officers from its 2019 ranks and projects that it will continue to dwindle in fiscal year 2025.| Los Angeles Times
A Times review shows the LAPD's academy is graduating about half the number of recruits needed per class to keep pace with Mayor Karen Bass’ ambitious plan to expand the department to 9,500 officers.| Los Angeles Times
A leaked recording of L.A. City Council members and a labor official includes racist remarks. Council President Nury Martinez apologizes; Councilmember Kevin de León expresses regret.| Los Angeles Times
