Los Angeles City Attorney declines to file charges in racist recording scandal
The Los Angeles City Attorney has declined to press charges related to the racist recording that ousted the council president two years ago.
Matthew Rodriguez is a digital producer for CBS Los Angeles. He's previously reported for local outlets like the Argonaut and Pasadena Weekly. Matt typically covers breaking news and crime.
Before starting his professional career, Matt attended Loyola Marymount University where he worked for the school's newspaper, The Loyolan. During his final year of college, Matt interned for the Argonaut and wrote a piece titled 8 Unspoken Rules of Being Homeless in Venice. It was nominated for the L.A. Press Club's Best Feature Award.
The Los Angeles City Attorney has declined to press charges related to the racist recording that ousted the council president two years ago.
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