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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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The ruling denies a request by California Republicans and the Trump administration for a preliminary injunction blocking the maps created by Proposition 50.
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Huntington Beach’s controversial former city attorney is running for state attorney general.
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Unite Here Local 11 has launched signature gathering for "Overpaid CEO Tax" ballot proposition, adding tax on companies where executives make 50 times the media worker wage.
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The City Council voted to table the conversation after debate over how to even find a location.Listen 0:43
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Want to play catch on the sidewalk or in a park? You’d technically risk jail time under this over 80-year-old law.
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There is broad support for the protests among Israeli officials, but Palestinians say they hope the Iranian regime stays in place and the protests die down soon.
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Advocates say multiple people were detained in Council District 14, prompting a response from city leaders and school officials, as LAUSD resumes classes after winter recess.
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The LA Local examines Inglewood’s quick, nearly unanimous council meetings.
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Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Sunday that he will pass on a gubernatorial run and will instead remain as California’s top prosecutor.
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Californians protested the shooting death of Renee Good by an ICE officer in Minnesota. Democratic lawmakers are proposing bills to limit immigration agents.
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The governor’s 2026-27 budget proposal projects $9 billion more in revenue than anticipated, banking on the AI-driven economy to last.
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Local leaders and community groups say ICE is a danger to Angelenos.
