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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.
The Trump administration proposes to include a question about U.S. citizenship status in this year's field test of the 2030 census.
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Noteworthy bills in front of the governor this year.
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AB 421 will swap the yes or no question on a referendum to instead ask voters if they want to “keep” or “overturn a law.” It also requires a referendum to list the funders who placed it on the ballot.
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Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., announced Friday that she will run for reelection in 2024.
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Gary Safady, the project's developer, plans to sue the city.
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We explore and discuss the best ways for someone to help hold elected leaders accountable.
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One community watchdog said the corruption issues that shook the L.A. city of Bell in 2010 was "nothing compared to what we're dealing with in Anaheim."
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Supporters say the criminal charges against the ex-councilmember and county supervisor commonly known as MRT should not define his legacy.
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Some residents expressed concern that the city council didn’t do enough at Tuesday’s council meeting following the independent investigation released in late July.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom promised $95 million would help undocumented workers rebuild after winter storms and floods. Months later, $18 million is being doled out and there are translation issues with the state’s website.
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Anaheim residents spent years documenting corruption before the FBI and private investigators stepped in to help.
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Frustrated with local politicians? One of the best ways to hold officials accountable is to pay attention. Here’s how.
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Any change in the size of the L.A. City Council would require a citywide vote.
