Across California, CA|News|
Counting The Dead: Nursing Home Covid Data A ‘Tangled Mess’
Throughout the pandemic, government officials have struggled to accurately track the thousands of vulnerable seniors and disabled people .
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Fresno, CA|News|
How Fresno Is Confronting Its History Of Racism
Residents of the historically black neighborhoods say systemic racism has deep roots.
Across California, CA|News|
California Community Colleges Win Suit On Behalf Of Undocumented Students
Undocumented students, among others, may receive money from California community colleges as part of the CARES Act.
Across California, CA|News|
Courtroom Win For Newsom’s Vote-By-Mail Strategy As Legislature Presses On
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants every registered voter to receive a ballot in the mail this November.
Sacramento|News|
State AG To Probe One Of Two High Desert Hangings Of Black Men
Attorney General Xavier Becerra announced the inquiry as skeptics distrust local law enforcement, suspecting the deaths are lynchings.
Across California, CA|News|
A Tale Of Two Cities: Stark Inequalities Of Alameda And Oakland During The Pandemic And Protests (Opinion)
Commentary: The chasm between the cities’ COVID-19 cases is a microcosm of the ethnic, racial and class health disparities.
Across California, CA|News|
Statues Of Columbus, Other Colonialists Removed
California protesters and lawmakers are calling for the removal of statues of historical figures associated with racism and colonialism.
Across California, CA|News|
It’s Time To Curb Police Violence In California [Opinion]
Gratuitous violence against marchers, innocent bystanders and reporters displaying credentials has been rampant.
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Across California, CA|News|
The Basic Disruption Of Central Valley Hydrology (Opinion)
COMMENTARY: “Feeding the world” is killing the San Francisco Bay watershed
Across California, CA|News|
‘things Have Gotten Ugly’ — Pandemic Pushback Drives Health Directors To Quit
The official described death threats received by email and on social media as well as protesters showing up to their home.
Across California, CA|News|
How California Farms Can Survive The Post-Pandemic World
Across California, nearly 60% of farmers have lost significant revenue.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
No Jobs, No Tests, No Savings: Southeast LA County Hit Hard By Pandemic
About 41% of residents of southeast LA County are essential workers, but they lack access to testing, a new survey shows.
Across California, CA|News|
Legalized Sports Betting Could Generate Millions For California As State Considers Cuts
To minimize the harm that lies ahead, California must consider creative ways of increasing revenues to fund public services
Sacramento|News|
Opinion: Lessons Learned In The Journey From Prop. 187 To Daca To The Supreme Court
The lessons of Prop. 187 remind us that the future of the immigrants’ rights movement is in our hands.
Across California, CA|News|
‘Things Have Gotten Ugly’ — Pandemic Pushback Drives Health Directors To Quit
They’re being second-guessed, harassed and threatened by residents angry about pandemic precautions.
Across California, CA|News|
Is California’s Last Youth Fire Camp Worth Saving?
California's last youth fire camp could close due to state budget cuts, as critics question putting young inmates in danger for $1 an hour.
Across California, CA|News|
Coronavirus Cases Swell In CA Nursing Homes With Poor Track Records
California nursing home residents, already vulnerable to neglect, now face the ravages of coronavirus with fewer eyes on their safety.
Across California, CA|News|
Newsom: We’re Ready To Keep Reopening
The governor said the state has adequate alternative care facilities, hospital surge capacity and ventilators to handle a potential spike.
Across California, CA|News|
Kamala Harris Possibly The Next VP
California U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris is emerging as the top contender for Joe Biden’s vice president.
Across California, CA|News|
Shutting Down Facilities That Recycle Old Cars Would Create An Environmental Disaster
The consequences of eliminating the infrastructure that rids the state of 1.5 million vehicles every year would be dire.
