California spent $26B on homelessness, creating ~15,000 Project Homekey units for 15–20K people, yet 187,000 remain homeless. Oversight is weak: audits show poor tracking, inflated costs ($238K/unit), and limited recoveries. Two criminal cases exist, but billions remain unaccounted. Fragmented funding enables shady deals. AI-driven centralized oversight and modular housing could vastly improve efficiency and accountability.

Opinion – Citizens’ Coalition for Change, Compton: Los Angeles County faces a moral and fiscal crisis. After declaring “immigration raids” an emergency to fund rent for undocumented residents, the county now plans nearly $5 billion in payouts for unverified sexual-abuse claims—many under fraud review. Has the county found a hidden treasure—or are public coffers being plundered while ordinary citizens struggle with soaring costs?

LA County declared a “state of emergency” over immigration raids, diverting tens of millions in rent relief while California faces massive deficits and federal funding gaps. True emergencies are for disasters, not political gestures. Landlords bear financial risk, taxpayers foot the bill, and legal battles loom. The move risks worsening fiscal instability, creating moral hazard, and setting a dangerous precedent for government overreach.

A new Associated Press poll shows waning public concern about racial discrimination and growing skepticism of DEI. Fewer Americans believe Black and Asian people face high levels of bias compared to 2021, and less than half think DEI reduces discrimination. Many — including minorities — say it backfires, fueling doubt and resentment. Once hailed as progress, DEI now faces a credibility crisis, with both public trust and corporate support in retreat.

Help save Dulan’s On Crenshaw, a Black-owned community staple for 50+ years. With foreclosure looming Sept. 6, your support can protect this cultural anchor, preserve jobs, and sustain South LA’s legacy. $20,283 raised of $500k goal—every gift matters. Donate today: https://giving.classy.org/campaign/719407/donate

Gentrification has displaced over 500,000 Black residents since 1980, erasing culture, history, and political power in cities from Watts to Washington. Once-thriving Black neighborhoods are now unrecognizable, replaced by newcomers and government subsidized undocumented immigrants, mostly from Middle and South America, while longtime residents are priced out. Revitalization without inclusion is displacement. The question is not whether cities grow, but who gets to stay and wh

Months after the LA fires, rebuilding is stalled as aid falls short and recovery proves more complex than expected. A panel with Farid Yaghoubtil (DTLA Law Group), Gary Mkrtichyan (Opus Builders), and Ken Calligar (RSG 3D) explores the challenges and what may shape community return.

We honor the life of Artra Wynn, beloved Board Member of the Citizen’s Coalition for Change and tireless advocate for Compton. From uniting residents through civic forums to defeating harmful initiatives, supporting veterans, and empowering neighborhoods, her dedication leaves a lasting legacy of service, pride, and community strength. Artra will be deeply missed, but her impact will inspire for years to come.

MLK Community Hospital, South L.A.’s only full-service hospital, faces a funding crisis threatening lifesaving care for hundreds of thousands. Overcrowded ER visits, rising costs, and losses in maternity care strain resources. Emergency state and county aid is only temporary—permanent funding, federal support, and community action are urgently needed to keep this vital safety net open.

Critics argue that banning sodas and junk food from SNAP won’t solve food insecurity, hurts low-income families, and burdens retailers. Yet, SNAP’s goal is nutritional support, not funding unhealthy habits. Healthy, affordable alternatives exist, and encouraging better choices reduces costly diseases. Enforcement challenges are minor compared to public health gains. Citizens' Coalition hopes California will also join the movement to promote healthier eating habits and curb di

Federal prosecutors say Kenya Jones, 46, of Compton, was part of a $93M COVID-19 tax fraud ring accused of filing fake pandemic relief claims for real and bogus businesses. Jones, a recruiter in the scheme, allegedly helped bring in “clients” and later, with another suspect, tried to silence the ringleader by shooting him. Turner, the alleged mastermind, survived but was paralyzed. Jones faces fraud, firearms, and attempted murder charges.

An Emerson College poll shows former congresswoman Katie Porter leading the 2026 California governor’s race with 18%, followed by Republican Steve Hilton at 12% and Sheriff Chad Bianco at 7%. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis has dropped out to run for state treasurer. With 38% still undecided, the primary is set for June 2, 2026. Gov. Gavin Newsom holds a 44% approval rating, and voters cite the economy and housing affordability as top concerns.

SB 466 shields water agencies from lawsuits over cancer-causing chromium‑6 while they delay cleanup under state-approved plans. Critics say the law leaves Californians—especially in vulnerable communities—exposed without legal recourse. It's a temporary pause on accountability, not protection for the people drinking the water.

A new AP-NORC poll (Associated Press) shows fewer Americans believe Black people face high discrimination—down from 60% in 2021 to 45%. Skepticism about DEI is rising, with many saying it backfires or increases bias. Some minorities share concerns. The Citizens' Coalition for Change supports DEI as a tool for equity but rejects victimhood culture, stressing education and family values as the true path to progress.

A Compton gas station has been looted multiple times by large mobs, causing over $200,000 in damages. Owner Ali Misaghi says employees are traumatized and law enforcement has failed to respond. Despite repeated pleas for help, no arrests have been made. The Citizens' Coalition for Change stands with Misaghi, condemns the violence, and demands immediate action and accountability from law enforcement.

On July 14, 2025, coordinated street takeovers in Long Beach and South Los Angeles led to looting, vandalism, and business devastation. J & G Market, El Super, Walgreens, and others were hit. The Citizens Coalition for Change condemned the lawlessness and called for urgent action: deployment of surveillance tech, real-time monitoring, facial recognition, stricter laws, and fast-track courts. “Let’s take back our communities.”

Compton’s $104M fiber network project is billed as a fix for the “digital divide,” an outdated phrase which does no meaning in today's smart phone age. Critics say it's a costly PR move. Residents already have internet—just overpriced and neglected by ISPs. Funded by state bonds instead of the ISPs, federal passthroughs, and phone bill surcharges, the project risks becoming a taxpayer-funded bailout if the same providers win the contracts. The real issue isn’t access—it’s acc

Concord Court brings 60 townhomes to West Compton, starting at $570K—well above what locals earning the $62K median income can afford. Gentrification Masked as Progress? Despite local politicians’ praise, the development hints more at early-stage gentrification than meaningful uplift. Concord Court feels aimed at first-time buyers from outside the area, not at solving Compton’s housing shortage for its existing residents.

Six months after the Eaton Fire, Altadena’s rebuild is stalled—not from lack of effort, but by a broken permitting system. Fewer than 50 permits have been approved, while hundreds face delays from conflicting codes, redundant reviews, and outdated workflows. Despite publicized solutions, bureaucracy prevails. Without urgent reform, displaced families risk long-term homelessness—caused not by fire, but by government inaction.

This 4th of July, as we enter our nation's 250th year, the Citizens’ Coalition for Change rejects media cynicism and stands firm in hope. We believe America is stepping into a Golden Era—led by integrity, driven by gratitude, and fueled by the renewed American Dream. It’s time to rise, not retreat. God bless Compton, and God bless the United States of America.