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Article Features By Brian Lee-Mounger Hendershot

How cities can respond to and heal from mass shootings

Even with the nation’s most effective gun laws, Californians experienced a mass shooting every six days in 2023. “It is a sad state of affairs for our country and our community that we’ve had so many mass shootings that a set of best practices have emerged,” said one expert.

Article Features By Jackie Krentzman

What happens when reporters leave your town

California has lost one-third of its newspapers since 2005. One county has no local news outlets, while 18 have just one. City officials say the decline in reliable, local news coverage has hampered their mission, damaged community trust, and fueled misinformation.

Article Local Works By Peter Grant and Matt Burton

Cypress targets fully funded pension by 2030

As every city knows, the combination of people living longer into retirement, underwhelming state pension returns, and lower discount rates are straining local budgets. But Cypress plans to wipe out its unfunded pension liability by 2030 — without taking on any new debt.

Article President’s Message By League of California Cities President Lynne B. Kennedy

My promise and goal as your new Cal Cities President: Engage, educate, and elevate

“As president, I will engage with you at the division and caucus level,” writes Lynne B. Kennedy, the new Cal Cities President. “I will educate myself by learning with you and from you. And I will elevate Cal Cities — who we are, what we do, and what we have to say. This year, I am your champion!”

Article Local Works By Benjamin Garza

Backyard cottages are having a big impact in these two cities

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are easier to build than other housing units and blend seamlessly into the community. As a result, many cities are incentivizing ADUs to quickly increase housing — including Rosemead and Arcata. 

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