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California’s New $3,500 EV Rebate Could Help Buyers. But For Many Latino Families, Cost Isn’t the Only Barrier California’s New $3,500 EV Rebate Could Help Buyers. But For Many Latino Families, Cost Isn’t the Only Barrier
Politics July 3, 2026

California’s New $3,500 EV Rebate Could Help Buyers. But For Many Latino Families, Cost Isn’t the Only Barrier

The state's new incentive replaces the eliminated federal tax credit, but affordability, ... more

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The Law That Keeps South Central’s Wealth From Reaching South Central The Law That Keeps South Central’s Wealth From Reaching South Central
LA Politics August 23, 2026

The Law That Keeps South Central’s Wealth From Reaching South Central

Los Angeles City Council District 9 generates redevelopment-era tax revenue, but state ... more

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Most Latino Voters Support Voter ID, Polls Show — But the Debate Is More Complex Most Latino Voters Support Voter ID, Polls Show — But the Debate Is More Complex
Politics March 3, 2026

Most Latino Voters Support Voter ID, Polls Show — But the Debate Is More Complex

New polling from leading research organizations shows overwhelming Latino support for voter ... more

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Which LA Mayoral Candidates Are Actually Addressing Latino Voters’ Top Concerns? Which LA Mayoral Candidates Are Actually Addressing Latino Voters’ Top Concerns?
Politics May 27, 2026

Which LA Mayoral Candidates Are Actually Addressing Latino Voters’ Top Concerns?

As inflation, housing costs, immigration fears, and healthcare access dominate Latino voter ... more

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California Proposition 43 Explained: Why Some Local Taxes Would Need More Votes to Pass California Proposition 43 Explained: Why Some Local Taxes Would Need More Votes to Pass
2026 Proposition September 8, 2026

California Proposition 43 Explained: Why Some Local Taxes Would Need More Votes to Pass

California Proposition 43 would not directly raise or lower your tax bill. ... more

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L.A. Business Elites Back Bass—But Is Nithya Raman Too Progressive for Them? L.A. Business Elites Back Bass—But Is Nithya Raman Too Progressive for Them?
LA Politics April 8, 2026

L.A. Business Elites Back Bass—But Is Nithya Raman Too Progressive for Them?

Los Angeles business groups Karen Bass endorsement highlights a growing political alignment ... more

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Can South Los Angeles Become the Most Influential Latino Political Region in Los Angeles? Can South Los Angeles Become the Most Influential Latino Political Region in Los Angeles?
Nov. 2026 Elections August 10, 2026

Can South Los Angeles Become the Most Influential Latino Political Region in Los Angeles?

District 9's historic 2026 election could be the beginning of something larger: ... more

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Awareness of Inequality Drives Nithya Raman’s Vision for L.A. Awareness of Inequality Drives Nithya Raman’s Vision for L.A.
LA Politics February 8, 2026

Awareness of Inequality Drives Nithya Raman’s Vision for L.A.

  Officials backed by the Democratic Socialists of America—an organization that has also ... more

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Is Black Political Representation an Obstacle to the Introduction of Non Citizen Voting in Los Angeles Is Black Political Representation an Obstacle to the Introduction of Non Citizen Voting in Los Angeles
LA Politics July 5, 2026

Is Black Political Representation an Obstacle to the Introduction of Non Citizen Voting in Los Angeles

The proposal would have expanded voting eligibility in certain Los Angeles local ... more

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2026 California Proposition 39 Explained: What Would Change When You Vote? 2026 California Proposition 39 Explained: What Would Change When You Vote?
2026 Proposition August 25, 2026

2026 California Proposition 39 Explained: What Would Change When You Vote?

Proposition 39 would add new identification and citizenship-verification requirements to California elections. ... more

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Chad Bianco Tops Latino Polls, But One-Third of Voters Are Still Undecided Chad Bianco Tops Latino Polls, But One-Third of Voters Are Still Undecided
Politics March 8, 2026

Chad Bianco Tops Latino Polls, But One-Third of Voters Are Still Undecided

Early polling reveals Latino voters remain largely undecided, giving them unprecedented influence ... more

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Latino Voters Could Change California Politics. But First, We Have to Show Up Latino Voters Could Change California Politics. But First, We Have to Show Up
Politics May 28, 2026

Latino Voters Could Change California Politics. But First, We Have to Show Up

Housing costs are crushing families. Immigration fears remain high. The cost of ... more

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2026 California Proposition 3 Explained: What It Means for Schools, Taxes, and Families 2026 California Proposition 3 Explained: What It Means for Schools, Taxes, and Families
2026 Proposition July 30, 2026

2026 California Proposition 3 Explained: What It Means for Schools, Taxes, and Families

Proposition 3 would continue California's income tax on the state's highest earners ... more

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California Lawmakers Have Stopped Voting. What Happens Now? California Lawmakers Have Stopped Voting. What Happens Now?
California September 10, 2026

California Lawmakers Have Stopped Voting. What Happens Now?

California lawmakers have stopped passing bills for the 2026 legislative session, but ... more

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LA Just Approved $300M for Housing. Here’s Who Actually Gets Help LA Just Approved $300M for Housing. Here’s Who Actually Gets Help
Housing April 9, 2026

LA Just Approved $300M for Housing. Here’s Who Actually Gets Help

LA affordable housing funding aims to reduce eviction risk and expand supply, ... more

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What Comes After a Landslide? Eunisses Hernández Has an Answer What Comes After a Landslide? Eunisses Hernández Has an Answer
LA Politics June 19, 2026

What Comes After a Landslide? Eunisses Hernández Has an Answer

  Fresh off her reelection, the District 1 councilmember outlined an ambitious agenda ... more

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