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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.
Marilyn “Mari” Barke will have to pay more than $100,000 in penalties, according to a judge's ruling last week.
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A $300 billion budget will provide refunds to most taxpayers in the state, pour resources into expanding abortion access and extend health care to more undocumented immigrants.
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"He said something to the effect of, you know, eff the Secret Service. I'm the president. Take the effing mags away. They're not here to hurt me,'" she added.
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After weeks of talks, Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders announce a tax relief plan that includes refunds of as much as $1,050. It is part of a $300 billion budget deal announced Sunday night.
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Former Justice Department officials described the relentless pressure Trump put on them to find evidence of voter fraud when it didn't exist and a tense showdown in the Oval Office.
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Witnesses in today's hearing revealed details of a dramatic Oval Office meeting on Jan. 3, 2021.
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There’s a good chance that two initiatives to legalize sports betting will appear on the November ballot. If both pass, they might both go into effect or the result could be decided in court, depending on which one gets more yes votes.
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After 10 years, the top-two California primary system is under fire again, but the problems may have more to do with political gamesmanship. A strategy in a state Senate district appears to have backfired.
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The agreement, which has the support of at least 10 Republican senators, is narrowly focused at preventing future shootings similar to the one in Uvalde, Texas.
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Dozens of voters dropped their ballots mere minutes before the box locked.
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It’ll be some time before we have a complete picture of everyone who voted in the election, but early returns were low and experts say longstanding disparities in age, race, and income persist.
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After swiftly grabbing the top spot in the "top two" primary on Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is favored to win reelection in November over Republican state Sen. Brian Dahle.
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L.A.’s next mayor will inherit a city facing significant challenges.
