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LA mayor: City will pay costs from Jackson event

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is trying to quell the escalating debate over who should pick up the estimated $1.4 million tab for police, traffic control and other services related to Michael Jackson's memorial service.

He's out: LA mayor sidesteps 2010 governor's race

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced Monday he will not enter next year's race for California governor, ending months of speculation about his ambitions and reordering the emerging contest to run the deeply troubled state.

Lakers parade on despite frets over cost, crime

Thousands of fans poured into the Coliseum early Wednesday to celebrate the Los Angeles Lakers' 15th NBA title with a parade and rally that the financially troubled city either badly needs or can't afford, depending on who you ask.

LA mayor: Dating won't impact political decisions

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (vee-yah-ry-GOH'-sah) says reports this week that he's dating another TV reporter will not be a factor in whether he decides to run for California governor.

At least 10 dead in LA commuter train wreck

A commuter train carrying 222 people collided head-on with a freight train during the Friday afternoon rush, killing at least 10 people, injuring dozens and trapping an unknown number of others in a passenger car crushed by its own engine.

Calif. governor's race: youth or experience?

Charismatic and politically bold, both San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa seem like naturals to help Democrats reclaim the governor's office in 2010.

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L.A. mayor snubs governor : Richardson's Quest : Albuquerque Tribune
Source: abqtrib.com

SANTA FE — Gov. Bill Richardson went to Los Angeles last week looking for Hispanic voters, supporters and endorsers. He got a few, including Los Angeles County Supervisor Gloria Molina and state Sen. Gilbert Cedillo.

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