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July 25, 2025

Video Series Highlights LA County Rent Relief Program’s Human Impact

Video Series Highlights LA County Rent Relief Program’s Human Impact https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/LA-County-Rent-Relief-video-series-2025.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png July 25, 2025 July 25, 2025

The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) announced the formal close of the LA County Rent Relief Program. The initiative, which…

July 24, 2025

From Crisis Response to Systemic Change: DCBA Wins National Awards for People-First Programs

From Crisis Response to Systemic Change: DCBA Wins National Awards for People-First Programs https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png July 24, 2025 July 24, 2025

Four groundbreaking programs, rooted in equity and economic justice, have earned Los Angeles County national recognition from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The Department…

July 1, 2025

New Protections for Unincorporated LA County Workers Take Effect

New Protections for Unincorporated LA County Workers Take Effect https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/New-Worker-Protections-in-effect-July-1-2025.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png July 1, 2025 July 1, 2025

Two important worker protections went into effect on July 1, 2025 for many people who work in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. Minimum Wage…

May 2, 2025

LA County Household Relief Grant Disburses First Wave of Funding to Wildfire-Affected Households

LA County Household Relief Grant Disburses First Wave of Funding to Wildfire-Affected Households https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LA-County-Household-Relief-Grant-Banner-1000-x-587-px.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png May 2, 2025 May 2, 2025

The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) has begun disbursing funds through the LA County Household Relief Grant, a program designed…

March 26, 2025

From the Same Vine of Justice: César Chávez and DCBA

From the Same Vine of Justice: César Chávez and DCBA https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/For-DCBA-internal-no-logo-1.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png March 26, 2025 March 27, 2025

When you think of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, you probably think of Rosa Parks. When you think of the Delano grape strike and boycott one…

March 19, 2025

The Link Between Human Trafficking and Natural Disasters

The Link Between Human Trafficking and Natural Disasters https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wildfires-and-trafficking-1.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png March 19, 2025 May 2, 2025

Natural disasters, like the recent LA wildfires, create chaos and displacement, leaving many people vulnerable to exploitation, including human trafficking. In times of crisis, traffickers…

March 6, 2025

Shirley Goldinger: The Trailblazer Who Built Consumer Protections in LA County

Shirley Goldinger: The Trailblazer Who Built Consumer Protections in LA County https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DCBA-Womens-History-Month-Trailblazer-1000-x-587-px.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png March 6, 2025 March 26, 2025

In 1976, Shirley Goldinger made history as the first director of the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer Affairs – now known today as the…

March 5, 2025

Government Imposter Scams in Wake of Eaton and Palisades Fires

Government Imposter Scams in Wake of Eaton and Palisades Fires https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NCPW-2025-800-x-450-px-1.png 800 450 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png March 5, 2025 August 19, 2025

As Los Angeles County recovers from the Eaton and Palisades Fires, the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) is warning residents to be on…

February 14, 2025

LA County Household Relief Grant Program for Wildfire Victims

LA County Household Relief Grant Program for Wildfire Victims https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/LA-County-Household-Relief-Grant-Banner.png 800 450 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png February 14, 2025 August 19, 2025

In response to the devastation caused by the Eaton and Pacific Palisades wildfires, the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) is launching the LA…

February 5, 2025

Understanding and Preventing Identity Theft: What You Need to Know

Understanding and Preventing Identity Theft: What You Need to Know https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/identity-theft.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png February 5, 2025 February 6, 2025

Identity theft is a growing problem, impacting millions every year. If someone uses your name, Social Security number, or other personal information to apply for…

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