Los Angeles approves ban on oil production after years-long fight

Los Angeles Times - Oct 28, 2026

The City Council ordinance will halt new oil and gas drilling in L.A. and phase out production on existing oil wells over the next 20 years. It applies to some 600 active and 1,200 idle wells within city limits.

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