Creating new jobs for L.A.

Seeking to reverse job losses that have plagued Los Angeles, a panel expects to disclose a plan today to boost economic development, with action ranging from expanding the city's international airport and seaport to creating tax-incentive zones for business.Daily NJews.

Since the peak of local employment in 1995, the report from the Los Angeles Economy and Jobs Committee says L.A. has lost 100,000 jobs to neighboring cities and regions that have developed strategies to attract businesses.

Authors of the report, "Building a World-Class City for the 21st Century," say city leaders need to take strong action to stem the job losses.