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Civics & Democracy
LAist’s coverage of civic life and citizen issues in Southern California. We cover elections, examine who gets listened to and why, and provide a guide for anyone who wants to more fully participate in civic life.
A year after immigration raids exploded in LA, many small shops are still in recovery mode as even a rumor of ICE activity can make customers rethink casual shopping trips.
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At issue is President Trump's challenge to a constitutional provision that has long been interpreted to guarantee American citizenship to every child born in the U.S.
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President Trump has signed an executive order as part of an effort to end the practice of voting by mail in the U.S.
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Non-U.S. citizens lose access to SBA funding for small businesses, which provide the bulk of new jobs in California.
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The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday on whether all children born in the United States can continue to automatically receive citizenship.Listen 3:53
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Here’s a snapshot of the incomes and taxes of the top candidates for California governor. Billionaire Tom Steyer dwarfs them all.
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The state will audit three of its federally-funded fusion centers amid concerns about violations of civil liberties and privacy.
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Californians have a constitutional right to government records, but a lawmaker’s plan would let agencies charge extra fees to get them.
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Orange County Supervisors say they are trying to understand the extent of the corruption that took place under former Supervisor Andrew Do.
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Debate canceled last minute after controversy over the exclusion of candidates of color.
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Leaders report strapped police departments racked up overtime bills in the millions while others report a multi-million dollar hit to business during the worst ICE surges.Listen 3:56
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More than 650,000 ballots cast in 2025 were seized.
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Fesia Davenport has been on a monthslong medical leave, during which she’s faced scrutiny over a $2 million settlement she received. She plans to step down on April 16.
