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A measure on the November ballot that would double the county’s quarter-percent homeless sales tax is edging closer to the majority it would need to pass in a new poll of likely Los Angeles County ...

Do you ever find yourself furniture shopping, doing home renovations, or even DIY projects, and needing accurate measurements, yet you don't have a tape measure? That's where the Measure app on the ...

In today’s data rich environments, it can be tempting to measure broadly, then cherry-pick the results that seem most compelling. But just because data are widely available doesn’t mean everything is ...

Homelessness in Los Angeles County is tragic and complex, and solving it is a daunting task. The only way to reduce homelessness is to provide housing and services that help people stabilize their ...

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The complex proposal to hike business taxes and divide the proceeds among residents is the most divisive measure on the Oregon ballot. Editor’s note: Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Stay informed ...

WEST SACRAMENTO -- Two weeks out from the 2024 general election, there are two Sacramento-area municipalities with a Measure O on the November ballot. Depending on where you live, they do different ...

TVs are marketed based on the diagonal measurement of the screen. When measuring a TV for your space, always take into account the bezel and stand or mount. Divide your viewing distance by two to get ...

Sizing up a TV can be more complicated than it first appears — from diagonal measurements to counting bezels or the depth needed for cable connections, there are several important things to consider ...

Mobility. While grip strength isn't necessarily used when you're walking, it's associated with mobility. People with physical limitations are more likely to have decreased grip strength.‌ Overall ...