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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.
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What’s motivating this trend of women making “lonche” for their blue collar husbands at 3 a.m.?Listen 28:25
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The Department of Homeland Security, with help from DOGE, has rolled out a tool that purports to be able to check the citizenship status of almost all Americans.Listen 4:57
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Stricter immigration policies under President Trump could reduce migration to California, leading to economic losses and fewer electoral college votes.
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The decision issues some limits on the power of federal judges to universally block President Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship, asking lower courts to reconsider their rulings.Listen 23:29
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They’ve been used in cities across Europe. Some groups are now trying to make them happen in L.A.
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Video footage can be used to keep government employees accountable.Listen 0:45
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The county says it’s willing to share the records under a strict confidentiality agreement.
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U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer will allow California to question key Trump administration officials and seek details on how national troops have been used since their deployment earlier this month.
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The reasons are varied, ranging from fire dangers to a lack of funding, environmental concerns — and fears of ICE sweeps.
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The House wants to raise the SALT deduction cap, which would help wealthy Californians pay less in federal taxes. The Senate wants to keep it where it is.
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The budget deal between Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Legislature forgoes or delays many of Newsom’s proposed cuts, but the deficit is only likely to grow.
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Several Black-led groups shared direct calls to action and suggested ways people can get involved, including supporting protests and mutual aid.
