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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.
Huerta faces a misdemeanor charge after showing up at an immigration raid in June.
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With hundreds of claims still pending and the county on the hook for payouts, here’s what we know about the burden facing Orange County taxpayers.
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The U.S. Supreme Court lifted restrictions on immigration raids in Southern California.
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The City Clerk says a referendum to overturn a minimum wage ordinance failed to gather enough valid signatures. The business group behind it is alleging foul play.
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CalMatters created a tool that allows anybody to explore the assets, gifts and travel disclosed by state lawmakers.
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Voters will cast ballots in November on Proposition 50, Gov. Gavin Newsom's redistricting measure.
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Burton was 92 and had been in declining health for years.
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Even after a federal court ruled his use of the National Guard in LA was illegal, the president has weighed sending troops to Chicago, Baltimore and New Orleans. Here's where things stand in those cities.
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Officials say the changes are designed to improve access, engagement and participation.
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Censorship has long been controversial. But lately, the issue of who does and doesn’t have the right to restrict kids’ access to books has been heating up across the country in the so-called culture wars.
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Are Newsom’s numerous podcast appearances and travel affecting his work? Hard to say, because his office hasn’t made his full schedule available.
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The figure looks at the cost of National Guard and Marines stationed in L.A. since June.
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With California voters facing a decision on redistricting this November, Surf City is poised to join the brewing battle over Congressional voting districts.
