Housing, Coasts, and Eagles in the News | California News

L.A. City Councilmember Nithya Raman steps down as chair of the Housing and Homelessness Committee, blaming political retaliation for her mayoral run against Karen Bass. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is reviewing California’s coastal management authority, sparking fears of federal takeover over offshore drilling and desalination — a move environmentalists say could industrialize the coast and faces likely legal challenges. In sad news, Jackie, the beloved bald eagle from Big Bear who inspired thousands through her livestreamed life, has died at 14 after battling severe anemia. And a new poll reveals growing voter appetite for sweeping political reform — including proportional representation and more parties to break the two-party deadlock. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/948d906c539bccb7