Amid higher rent and inflation, how to stem LA evictions?

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An apartment rental sign is placed along Cardiff Ave. in the Palms neighborhood of Los Angeles. Photo by Amy Ta.

LA City Council is considering a proposal to end COVID-era eviction protections. Landlords say they need the income amid inflation. Activists worry that this will lead to more displacement. 

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