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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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City councilmembers will meet for the first time on Tuesday since an independent investigation released late last month revealed potential past criminal behavior at city hall.
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The recommendation follows the former councilmember's conviction on public corruption charges including conspiracy and bribery carried out during his time as an L.A. county supervisor.
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Local governments account for about 10% of total spending on lobbying state lawmakers and agencies. Often, they’re seeking state money. Sometimes, they’re trying to get a say on specific bills.
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One complaint alleged sexual assault by Mark Lomeli, at the time chief of staff to Assemblymember Mike Gipson (D-Carson). The allegations and findings came to light in 2018 and 2019.
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The independent report is the result of a nearly year-long investigation the city commissioned from a former police investigator.
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Former President Donald Trump was indicted Tuesday by a federal grand jury on four counts related to efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, according to court documents.
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The iconic California burger joint known for its crossed palm trees and cups printed with Bible verses banned its employees in five states from wearing masks at work.
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Over half of both Second Amendment supporters and Republicans favor universal background checks and gun licensing provisions.
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A new bill could instill more safety for students who use ride-share students, but could also possible affect accessibility of this service.
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Supporters say a series of bills before the Legislature would improve work-life balance by expanding sick days and family leave. But opponents say the proposals would hurt struggling small businesses.
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Legislative leaders declared support for a bill to let staffers finally form a union, but the newly amended bill wouldn’t allow one until 2026.
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Residents in District 6 have been without representation since Nury Martinez resigned in October after she was caught on a secret audio recording making racist remarks.
