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1. Overall crime declines in the city of LA in 2024, LAPD chief says

Overall crime in the city of Los Angeles declined in 2024, with homicides dropping 14% and shooting victims decreasing by 19%, Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell announced Monday.

Mayor Karen Bass joined McDonnell and members of the LAPD Board of Police Commissioners at a news conference Monday at Hollenbeck Division in Boyle Heights, where they noted the location was fitting to announce the milestone, as homicides in that neighborhood dropped by 65% last year.

"While we recognize this progress, we remain committed to sustaining these reductions and ensuring that every resident feels safe in their home, on their street and in their community," Bass said. "Public safety is my top priority, and the city of Los Angeles will continue to take bold steps to keep crime down and hold those who commit crime accountable."

2. FBI in LA reminds spring break travelers to be cautious

The FBI in Los Angeles Monday reminded the public to be vigilant of their surroundings and use caution when traveling during spring break.

As a first step in planning any trip abroad, the FBI suggests, check the travel advisories of your intended destination. The travel advisory system was designed to give U.S. citizens timely, clear and reliable information regarding security threats overseas.

"Whether it's families looking to escape the final throes of winter or a college student seeking a brief respite from the rigors of academic life, know that the risks are there," Akil Davis, assistant director in charge of the Los Angeles Field Office, said in a statement. "Maintain vigilance throughout your travels and be prepared to contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate should the need arise."

3. Report: California construction sector loses most jobs in nation in 2024

California lost the most construction jobs in the nation last year, according to a report issued Monday by the Associated General Contractors of America.

From January 2024 to January 2025, the state lost 27,600 jobs or 3% of its construction work sector, AGC reported.

New York followed with 11,700 jobs lost, Arizona with 7,700 and Massachusetts with 6,700.

"While two-thirds of the states added construction jobs over the past year, gains were much less widespread recently," Ken Simonson, the association's chief economist, said in a statement. "Some of the job losses in January may be due to bad weather, but many owners have paused projects in the face of rising uncertainty about funding and tariffs."

4. Chuck Schumer postpones book tour amid criticism over spending vote

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is postponing several planned events this week to promote his new book, “Antisemitism in America: A Warning,” after some liberal groups had planned to stage protests.

The cancellations of events in Baltimore, Washington, D.C. and other cities came amid widespread criticism from the party’s liberal base over Schumer’s vote to move forward with Republican spending legislation last week. Risa Heller, a representative for Schumer’s book, said that the tour would be rescheduled “due to security concerns.”

Schumer said the spending bill was “terrible” but that a shutdown would have been far worse, and difficult to end, as President Donald Trump has already slashed jobs and funding for agencies across the government. A shutdown would have given Trump even more power to make cuts, Schumer said, “and so many programs would be lost.”

House Democrats strongly disagreed with Schumer’s decision and criticized him directly: “We will not be complicit,” Democratic leaders said in a joint statement.

Schumer said the spending bill was “terrible” but that a shutdown would have been far worse, and difficult to end, as President Donald Trump has already slashed jobs and funding for agencies across the government. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

Your Notes for Tomorrow

• Vice President Vance to deliver remarks at American Dynamism Summit
• Federal Open Market Committee meeting set
• NCAA Men's Basketball First Four games set
• Fifth "Hunger Games" novel to be published
• Jury trial set for Nadine Menendez, wife of Dem Sen. Bob Menendez, charged in alleged bribery scheme
• Arraignment of former Alaska Airlines pilot accused of attempting to shut down plane engines mid-flight set