# California Targets Cities for Housing Failures | Los Angeles News

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-07-17T01:51:44+00:00
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California’s Attorney General is suing five cities—including Costa Mesa—for ignoring state housing mandates, claiming they’ve been given multiple warnings but still failed to comply. The state argues these cities are blocking urgently needed housing, while Costa Mesa’s mayor says the city is actively working on solutions and has voter-approved measures to boost housing supply. Similar lawsuits are underway in Calexico, Half Moon Bay, Ridgecrest, and Turlock as California enters its sixth housing cycle, aiming for 2.5 million new homes. Over 95% of communities have met requirements, but non-compliant cities now face fines and lost housing approval authority. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0554c7ee6a56dadc

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