A seldom-used state law allows vigilante criminal prosecutions — and the state Supreme Court just opted to leave it on the books.

We’re gathering your questions on housing and homelessness, policing and public safety, taxes, and more big issues impacting the city.

The candidates’ stances differ on major topics, including housing, policing and taxation.

The changes are part of a larger push to reduce barriers to entering the legal marijuana system.

The state’s vaccine mandates are among the most stringent in the nation. Will other states follow?

While incumbent Teresa Mosqueda went into her reelection bid with little known competition, the primary results changed the race.

Here's how she is approaching a new beat at Crosscut covering different communities around the state.

The Pentagon promises opportunities for education as part of enlistment. But availability of college classes is spotty as the perk gets slashed.

Terry Carter was suspended by the Pacific Police Department earlier this year after he failed to report suspected child abuse.

Despite a slate of hard-left candidates, younger voters didn’t cast many ballots in August’s primary election. What might change that?

Activists found their power in the streets in the summer of 2020. Now they're looking to use it in the halls of power.

A new batch of candidates aim to make an impact without becoming 'career politicians.'