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The Daily Brief: L.A. Lost Track of Billions in Homeless Spending, Manson Murders Doc, and more.

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Audit Reveals L.A.’s Failure to Track Billions in Homelessness Spending, Raising Accountability Concerns

An explosive audit revealed Los Angeles city officials' negligence in tracking $2.4 billion allocated to combat homelessness, sparking significant accountability concerns. U.S. District Judge David O. Carter ordered the audit, uncovering the city's reliance on outsourced agencies like the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) with rampant non-compliance issues. The audit report highlighted insufficient financial oversight and the inability to trace funds, risking misallocation and undermining the impact of homelessness services. Elizabeth Mitchell, an attorney for the L.A. Alliance for Human Rights, described the mismanagement as "a moral failure." The city's elected leaders, including Mayor Bass and the City Council, face intense pressure amid these findings, with discussions scheduled on March 27.

Officers Charged in "Gladiator Fights" at L.A. County Juvenile Hall

Thirty probation officers face charges for facilitating brutal "gladiator fights" at L.A.'s Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. The scandal reveals systemic negligence and calls for major reform in the justice system. Could more accountability prevent further harm?

Ten Million Dollar Man: State Department Offers Colossal Reward For Former Olympian's Arrest

From Olympic glory to infamy, Ryan Wedding's journey is a dramatic tale of transformation: the ex-snowboarder is now a fugitive with a $10 million bounty. Learn how this athlete turned drug lord organized a billion-dollar illicit operation.

'RuPaul's Drag Race' Pays Tribute to Fashion Queen Betsey Johnson in WeHo

Betsey Johnson stole the spotlight on RuPaul's Drag Race, where her unique fashion sense dazzled on the runway. Celebrated for her support of the LGBTQ+ communities, this tribute was a fitting honor for a true icon.

L.A. Woman: Former Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department Kristin Crowley

Kristin Crowley made history and faced significant trials as L.A.'s first female fire chief. Pulse-pounding emergencies and political hurdles marked her tenure, but her commitment to the LAFD and community shone through. Learn about her journey and future goals!

'CHAOS: The Manson Murders' Unpacks the Myths, Manipulations, and Unanswered Questions Around Charles Manson

Discover the mind-bending intricacies of the Manson Murders in Errol Morris' new documentary on Netflix. Premiering March 7, "CHAOS: The Manson Murders" sheds light on the unanswered questions surrounding Charles Manson and the dark shadows of the 1960s.

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