California Senate Race Results
Democratic Representative Adam Schiff and Republican Steve Garvey will advance to the November runoff election for the seat formerly occupied by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. In L.A. County, Schiff garnered nearly 38 percent of the vote; and Garvey garnered 26 percent. The top two candidates, regardless of party, proceed to the general election in November.
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Primary Election Turnout Reaches 20%
As of this morning, 1,104,935 Los Angeles County residents cast a ballot on Election Day, which is nearly 20% of all registered voters. As of March 7, approximately 355,500 ballots still need to be processed. See below for a breakdown of estimates:
- Vote by Mail ballots (VBM): 345,000
- Conditional Voter Registration ballots: 10,000
- Provisional ballots: 500
View more statistics on this year's Election Day results here.
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Los Angeles District Attorney Run Off
In the Los Angeles County District Attorney race, George Gascón was leading as of this morning in his bid for reelection with 227,329 votes (22.89%). Nathan Hochman is currently in second place with 172,393 votes (17.36%). The candidate in third place, Deputy District Attorney Jonathan Hatami, conceded Thursday as ballots are still being counted. The two top candidates will go into a run off in November.
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California's Mental Health Proposition 1 Results
The results for Proposition 1 still remain too close to call as ballot-counting continues from Tuesday's election. As of this morning, "Yes" is leading by 30,101 votes with 57.4 percent of votes counted. The statewide ballot measure would overhaul California's mental health care system, primarily through the issuance of nearly $6.4 billion in bonds.
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LAEDC Economic Forecast Released
On February 27, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) released its 2024 Economic Forecast. This comprehensive analysis, prepared by the LAEDC’s Institute for Applied Economics, delves into the national, state, regional, and local economic indicators, offering a nuanced understanding of economic trends in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and high inflation, including the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Los Angeles County.
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LAPD Interim Chief Dominic Choi Sworn In
Last Friday, Mayor Karen Bass officially swore in Dominic Choi as the Interim Chief of Police for the Los Angeles Police Department. Interim Chief Choi's primary responsibility will be to maintain departmental stability and bolster the LAPD's recruitment levels while the Mayor continues the search for a new Chief of Police. Last month the Chamber met with Mayor Bass to share a crucial business perspective on the search for a new, permanent Chief of Police and how the department's new leader must prepare the City of Los Angeles for major world events, such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics and Para-Olympics. To learn more about the Chamber leadership's priorities for selecting a new Chief of Police, please read the latest statement from Chamber CEO and President Maria S. Salinas.
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Lt. Governor Joins World Trade Week as Keynote Speaker
World trade is celebrated throughout the month of May, beginning with the L.A. Area Chamber’s launch event which features important discussions addressing the significant impact global trade has in driving economic growth. The L.A. Area Chamber is pleased to announce, the 2024 World Trade Week keynote speaker is California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis. Don't miss this event - secure your spot today.
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Bank of America: Down Payment Grant
Elevate your small business with an exciting opportunity from Bank of America. The Down Payment Grant Program provides eligible small business owners with valuable financial support for commercial property purchases. To take the next big step in growing your business, sign up here.
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Galaxy Grant Available for Small Business Owners
The Galaxy Grants, sponsored by Hidden Star, aims to support women and minority entrepreneurs. This grant offers $2,750 to aid small business owners throughout their entrepreneurial journey by providing resources, tools, funding, and knowledge. The deadline for this grant application is March 31. For more detailed information and to apply, visit Galaxy Grants.
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Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
As tax season is in full swing, it's crucial for individuals with an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) to ensure their information is up-to-date. ITINs are essential for tax purposes for those who don't have a Social Security Number. Remember, filing your taxes correctly and on time is important to avoid penalties and to remain compliant with tax laws. Learn more information here.
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ACCESS Sacramento
ACCESS Sacramento provides a platform for the Chamber and its members to advocate for state-level policy issues. Through a series of keynote sessions and panel discussions, attendees can connect with elected officials, share their stories and business knowledge, to help shape policy. Register today.
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Women’s History Month
This week we celebrate Lori Carmona, Chief Executive Officer, YWCA of Greater Los Angeles. As CEO, Lori is building upon YWCA GLA’s 125+ year legacy of community-focused program development, aiming to amplify the organization’s impact on youth, families, and seniors. Fostering partnerships and collaborations to further the mission of transforming lives and fostering self-reliance, Lori is committed to leveraging the YWCA GLA’s dedicated team, generous supporters, and steadfast partners to strengthen communities throughout Los Angeles. We are excited to have Lori kick-off our Women in Leadership Series as our keynote speaker on March 26, 2024. Register today.
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COUNCIL MEETINGS & EVENTS
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Women in Leadership
Tuesday, March 26, 3:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY EVENT
Join us for the Chamber’s next Women in Leadership session in celebration of Women’s History Month at the historic Hollywood Studio Club to hear from an incredible line up of speakers including Lori Carmona, CEO, YWCA Greater Los Angeles.
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Small Business Council
Wednesday, March 27, 10:00 a.m.
COMMUNITY EVENT
Join the next Small Business Council meeting to learn about federal contracting opportunities in healthcare.
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Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
350 S. Bixel Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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