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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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An annual meeting of the nation's governors that has long served as a rare bipartisan gathering is unraveling after President Donald Trump excluded Democratic governors.
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California joined 10 states in banned private companies from charging fees to veterans for basic help with their VA disability claims.
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The attorney general's appearance before the House Judiciary Committee comes one year into her tenure.
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The proposal would raise the sales tax by a half-cent to 10.25% and would fund L.A. County's healthcare system, which has been hit hard by federal funding cuts.Listen 0:43
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The mayor also asks LAPD to increase its oversight of federal immigration agents and comply with state laws, amid tension over a contested state mask ban.
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Immigration enforcement has hit undocumented and immigrant neighborhoods hardest and hurt small businesses, according to new report
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The proposal calls for raising the sales tax a half cent to 10.25%, the highest allowed by the state.Listen 0:45
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Community forums beginning Feb. 21 will gather public input on whether a Municipal Advisory Council could benefit the unincorporated community.
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Here's why Republicans are facing an uphill battle, particularly for retaining control of the House.
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Filing deadline for L.A. mayor candidates is noon Saturday. Two major developments hours before have shaken up the race.
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President Donald Trump's popularity on one of his political strengths is in jeopardy.Listen 3:41
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Their letter warned the proposed measure could undermine age and privacy protections.
