What is Proposition 47? And how would it change if Proposition 36 passes this year?
California voters are facing a decision about how the state should punish people who are repeatedly convicted of robbery or…
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Voter Guide to California 2024 Ballot Propositions
In addition to a precarious presidential election and high-stakes races for the U.S. House of Representatives, California voters in November…
Governor Newsom announces rival ballot initiative on theft and drug reform
The California Legislature is expected to approve a voter initiative this week for the November ballot to crack down on…
I have seen the LAUSD arts program transform students. Give you full financing
To the editor: “I'm very excited to take my painting home.” “I want to take my family to the art…
Why Latinos are the most misunderstood voters in California
Book Review The Latino Century: How America's Largest Minority is Transforming Democracy By Mike MadridSimon & Schuster: 272 pages, $28.99If…
Changes to retail theft laws may divide support for Prop. 47 initiative
SACRAMENT- Legislative leaders plan to fast-track bills to combat retail theft in California and are using the reform package to…
Column: Unaffordable home insurance is leaving Californians exposed to the elements
SACRAMENT- Memorial Day weekend means the start of summer vacation and also the start of wildfire season. Many Californians will…
Voters want arts in schools. Why are school districts not complying?
To the editor: It's not just unions expressing concern about the misuse of Proposition 28 funds for the arts. Eighty-five…
Newsom ignores voters on death penalty. that's anti-democracy
To the editor: Governor Gavin Newsom's suspension of the death penalty is not only an abuse of power and harmful…
Opinion: Los Angeles models how ethnic communities maintain their identities while living with others
The ethnic neighborhoods of Los Angeles are not like those of most cities in the world. We have distinctive cultural…