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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 Justice Department is offering grants to cities and police departments across the country, but recipients must cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.
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LA homeless agency refuses to release records on $800,000 in payouts for wrongful termination claimsThe government agency known as LAHSA settled wrongful termination claims with two former executives of the agency last month and is alleging the public cannot see the records.
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The government sent several planeloads of alleged gang members to El Salvador, including 137 people under the act, the White House said at the time. The judge gave the U.S. until April 23 to respond.
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The hearing is the first about Abrego Garcia's case since El Salvador's president told reporters he is not going to "smuggle a terrorist into the United States."Listen 3:31
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The winner will take part in several key decisions facing one of Orange County's biggest cities.
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A letter obtained by NPR marks a rare bipartisan critique from Capitol Hill of the administration's immigration policy.
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The $47.9 billion budget plan for the fiscal year that starts July 1 reflects “extraordinary budget pressures” facing the county, according to a statement from the CEO’s office.
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Irvine voters head to the poll as 2025 is poised to be a year of change for the city. Three candidates are vying for the District 5 council seat.
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Lawmakers move hundreds of bills to die quietly behind closed doors with little public explanation or accountability.
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The Louisiana judge gave the Columbia University graduate student until April 23 to request a stay of his deportation.Listen 3:38
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A federal judge in Maryland wants the government to "facilitate" Abrego Garcia's return to the U.S. after the Supreme Court largely upheld her original order.Listen 3:40
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We’re in tax season now, but advocates say you should consult with an immigrant rights group before filing if you’re undocumented.
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The county could be on the hook for far more money, with more than $400 million in claims filed overall.
