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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.
California lawmakers want to strengthen protections for detained patients, including by making it easier for their families and attorneys to find them.
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The Asian Law Caucus is part of a coalition suing on behalf of the babies of immigrants.
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Rep. Robert Garcia is the new top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee. At a moment when his party is craving more confrontation with President Trump, he says he's ready to lean into the fray.
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The America First Legal Foundation — started by Miller — is representing the city in two lawsuits.
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Among the directives is to make sure officials know how to respond to federal immigration enforcement at city properties or facilities.
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Federal law says members of Congress can inspect ICE detention centers without warning. The Department of Homeland Security said it now needs seven days notice to allow inspection.
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The restraining order comes after press groups filed a lawsuit alleging the use of force violated the rights of journalists.
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Changes to FEMA could cost the state billions as climate-driven disasters intensify.
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Knowing how to find someone detained by ICE and access immigration resources is vital.
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Preliminary injunction in lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union and others on behalf of three non-citizen parents.
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Local officials say federal agents have racially profiled Angelenos and denied them due process.
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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, who was appointed to the court by President Joe Biden, dissented.Listen 4:05
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Research shows worksite immigration raids can depress local economies as people stay home and stop spending money. So far, they aren't known to free up jobs for citizens.
