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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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Nguyen was able to take office weeks early to fill the vacancy caused Do’s resignation.
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The council initially approved the ordinance on Nov. 19, but made some minor language changes, requiring a second vote.
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Nathan Hochman succeeds George Gascón, known as the godfather of progressive prosecutors.
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Turnout was down, voting in person was up.
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The audit, which will cover contracts between January 2019 and August 2024, will be more limited in scope than what was first proposed.
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A bill would give county election offices more resources and guidance to speed up the notoriously slow vote count in California. State legislators take the oath office before the results are certified.
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Gov. Newsom wants the California Legislature to prepare for the Trump administration, but its leaders also say they heard voters’ message on lowering the cost of living.
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Orange County Board of Supervisors will vote on the item at Tuesday’s meeting.
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What if the resistance to climate science is not really about science at all?
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Hochman will replace DA George Gascón, known as the godfather of progressive prosecutors.
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California Republicans could take three Legislative seats from Democrats with diverse candidates, signaling potential voter shifts amid frustration with high costs and policies.
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We’ve got info on where to get free immigration legal services.
