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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.
Federal officers shot Ricardo Parias eight months ago during an ICE operation to detain him. His lawyer says he is still in pain, highlighting gaps in DHS oversight and care.
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McCarthy’s speakership kept California Republicans relevant. Now without him, and after the passage of Prop. 50, Golden State GOPers must fend for themselves.
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For decades, Californians could rely on the federal government for help. “The modern era of emergency management … is forever changing,” a state official says.Listen 0:47
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Texas drew new lines to help the GOP win in the midterm elections. California countered this week. Republicans might have an edge in the redistricting battle as it spreads nationally.
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Judge says the government "failed to consider the harms individuals who rely on those benefits would suffer."
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NPR's data analysis shows that the DOJ has tended to fire judges with immigrant defense backgrounds in its recent rounds of dismissals.
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The lawsuit claims new congressional maps violate the 14th and 15th Amendments.
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California voters backed Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to redraw congressional districts in favor of Democrats. It was a big night for him in his rivalry with President Donald Trump.
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AB 478 was introduced by a Southern California lawmaker and goes into effect in the new year.
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Democrats had a good night, winning major races including governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey and a redistricting ballot measure in California, while also confronting the future of the party.Listen 4:57
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California have voters approved Prop. 50, temporarily redrawing Congressional maps ahead of 2026 midterms.
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Unhoused people sleeping in county parks and along flood control channels can now be immediately fined or jailed.
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Sen. Alex Padilla was never officially in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom, but his national profile led many to believe that he’d be a favorite to win.
