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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.
For the fourth year in a row, California lawmakers are weighing whether to give violent criminals the legal right to cite abuse in their defense.
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There are only two candidates in this San Fernando Valley race, so the March election winner will take the seat.
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Lets explore how California's propositions work, how amendments, referendums and bonds get on the ballot, and why big spending deserves a close look.
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You’ll have to request a crossover ballot or register with a party by Election Day on March 5.
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City Council, Board of Supervisors, District Attorney, and Board of Education have the biggest impact on your daily life.
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Kevin de León is running for his second term, despite previous calls for his resignation. He faces seven challengers.
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Four challengers are running against incumbent Scott Schmerelson to represent the West San Fernando Valley and Studio City on the L.A. Unified board.
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With just two candidates, the race for the L.A. Unified board seat that represents communities from South L.A. to San Pedro will be settled on March 5.
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From dropping off your mail-in ballot to getting a replacement, we've got your questions about voting by mail in the Nov. 5 general election covered.
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Why isn't the LA City Council on my ballot?You'll only vote in the L.A. City Council general election if you live within city boundaries and if you live at a location within a district on the ballot.
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Some of those funds were improperly used by the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce to support business-friendly candidates through its political action committee, according to auditors.
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A bill would let state legislators, who say they fear for their safety, shield their property holdings from disclosure forms. But critics say that could conceal potential conflicts of interest.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom’s March ballot measure would raise billions of dollars for mental health housing and treatment facilities, but some clinics fear it would strip them of revenue they need for services they provide today.
