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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.
Congressmembers Ken Calvert and Young Kim are top contenders in the race for the newly redrawn District 40 in Southern California.
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Demonstrations will be held across the nation on Friday and Saturday.
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The veteran South L.A. politician faces up to 11 years behind bars if convicted.
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Local leaders say Trump can help survivors by releasing FEMA funds; law scholar says president can’t nullify local regulations.
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The California Senate passed a bill that would make it easier to sue federal officers over civil rights violations.
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Experts say federal immigration agents' skills are a dangerous mismatch for urban settings such as the Twin Cities.
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The Rev. Carlos Rincon spent three days in Minneapolis witnessing how churches are responding to fear and violence linked to ICE raids.
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Up first on the June primary ballot could be measures on boosting hotel taxes during the 2028 Olympics and on taxing unlicensed cannabis shops.Listen 0:45
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The bill would create a first-in-the-nation legal pathway for residents to seek financial damages in state court.
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Trump’s support among California Republicans has slipped to 79%, down from 84% near the start of his term.
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More than half of California's Democratic legislative caucus called for a government shutdown over ICE shootings and some introduced bills to hold federal agents accountable.
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Federal immigration enforcement authorities are facing scrutiny and criticism over their tactics, including the lack of body-worn cameras.Listen 4:09
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Trump's rally in Iowa on Tuesday brings his message to a state disproportionately affected by his economic policies. Voters there could help determine control of Congress.
