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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.
Rep. Norma Torres of Pomona is calling on California to intervene to protect people detained at the facility where federal officials are under orders to improve conditions.
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As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House on Jan. 20, public radio partners in the California Newsroom want to hear from you about what this means for your community.
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President-elect Donald Trump faulted California water policies for the devastating wildfires that are burning in Los Angeles County. The fires started because of fierce winds and extremely dry conditions.
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What issues facing Southern California are you most worried about? What are you feeling optimistic about?
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Reparations advocates are campaigning for two proposals that failed in the final hours of last year’s legislative session.
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Washington, D.C., is the next stop in former President Jimmy Carter's six days of funeral services. He will lie in state in the U.S. Capitol through Thursday morning.
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As part of his $322.2 billion spending plan for the 2025–26 budget year, Newsom is prioritizing existing programs and future savings.
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A new law allows California workers to not attend anti-labor meetings hosted by their employers. Businesses have sued.
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Makenna Sievertson reflects on her experience at the U.S. Capitol in the immediate aftermath of the attack.
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The Democrat defeated Republican Michelle Steel in one of the country's most expensive House races in the country.
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A lawsuit filed against the city alleges the current at-large model disenfranchises Latino residents.
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The future of housing, voting, and the city’s public libraries are at stake.
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Hundreds of new state laws will take effect on Jan. 1, including increased penalties for retail theft and measures to make streets safer for pedestrians.
