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An L.A. girl's death and the darkest side of bullying at school: 'They did nothing'

The death of Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, 12, has led some, including her family, to question whether L.A. Unified could have — or should have — done more to protect her from campus bullies.

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Police in cruisers, on horseback and in the air to combat surge of Valley home burglaries

A rash of burglaries in the Valley has sparked concern among police and the mayor's office.

480 ducks find homes after an emergency rescue operation in Riverside County

While the ducks now have new homes, officials said the investigation into overcrowding conditions at the original property is ongoing.

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L.A. Mayor Bass offers a hold-the-line budget, with no layoffs and few big increases

The $14.9-billion budget comes as Bass faces four major challengers in the June 2 primary election, several of whom have criticized her over the quality of city services.

Animal welfare groups commit $14 million to improve L.A. animal shelters

The funds from the ASPCA and Best Friends will fund 23 full-time positions at L.A.'s six animal shelters