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What Happens After George Floyd? California Looks To Reparations
A new bill would establish a reparations committee to educate Californians about slavery and recommend ways to remedy inequality.
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Can Small Businesses Survive The Virus-Protest 'Double Whammy'?
The timing couldn't be worse for small businesses in California just starting to reopen from the pandemic, then damaged during protests.
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A Portrait Of California Protests: Same Message, Different Motives
All protests are local. California protesters are united in fighting racism but they have their own unique issues with local police forces.
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Progressive CA Politicians Turn Away Campaign Cash From Cops
Two state senators and a group of district attorneys say thanks, but no thanks, to campaign contributions from law enforcement unions.
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Newsom Seeks Statewide Reform Of Police Use Of Force
The governor will order the state police training agency to stop using carotid holds, a controversial technique he dubbed a "stranglehold."
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6 Things: The Role Of California’s National Guard In Protests
The National Guard are being welcomed by some but not all.
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Many Believe Worst Of Pandemic Yet To Come
Nearly three months after Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered the state to shelter in place, his approval rating has skyrocketed.
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.
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Oil And Babies Don’t Mix: Wells Linked To Low Birthweight In CA
The study is the first to investigate what California’s constellation of oil and gas development means for babies born nearby.
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When CA Reopens Schools, Steep Drop In Vaccinations Could Endanger Children
California has seen a "tremendous" decline in vaccinations since the coronavirus outbreak began, possibly risking the health of children.
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Much Of California Under Curfew As Unrest Continues
There are now two official states of emergency in California—statewide due to the coronavirus, and in LA County, due to ongoing protests.
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Recession Freezes California's Ambitious Agenda
As the year began, California's political and economic stars seemed in perfect alignment. Now, we couldn't be further from where we started.
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California Needs To Protect Prison Staff And Inmates During Pandemic [Opinion]
California must act to protect inmates and workers at state prisons, which have dozens of confirmed coronavirus cases.
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As Cases Rise, Some CA Counties Hit Brakes On Reopening
As most California counties quicken their reopening pace, some of the first to do so are now hitting the brakes as coronavirus cases mount.
Sacramento|News|
Why Some CA Counties Won’t Reopen Hair Salons
Gov. Gavin Newsom may have resorted to having his children cut his hair, but most of you won’t have to.
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Commentary: Revised Budget Puts Older Californians, Communities At Risk
No one expected good news when Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the May Revision of the California budget.
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Newsom Budget Yanks Back Health Care Gains For Low-Income Residents
Earlier this year, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed expanding the state's health coverage program to reach more people. Then came the coronavirus.
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Facing Defiant Counties And Churches, Newsom Willing To Bend
As pastors and local politicians protest California's pandemic restrictions, the governor talks "collaboration" and seems conflict-averse.
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UCs Ditch The SAT And ACT, Setting Out To Make A 'Fairer' Standardized Test
UC Regents have done away with standardized testing as part of its admissions process for at least five years, as they seek an alternative.
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California Budget Cuts Threaten $1 Billion In Preschool And Child Care
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plans to expand free preschool and increase support for child care may be axed in the new coronavirus economy.
