Nathan Hochman has a strong lead among likely voters over incumbent D.A. George Gascón, according to a new poll.

One of the great mistakes is to judge policies and programs by their intentions rather than their results,” observed the late economist Milton Friedman. This observation is one this editorial board has long taken to heart when evaluating the merits of any public policy or the track record of elected officials.

Ahead of the November general election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions to pose to the candidates who wish to represent you. You can find the full questionnaire

The left-wing Los Angeles district attorney, George Gascón, may have to pack up his office after the coming election as his first four-year term saw rising violent and property crimes, and reports of staff infighting.

A group supporting the opponent of Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón is making a six-figure ad buy blaming him for rising crime in the county. The organization, which bills itself as a coalition of labor unions,