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California Lawmakers Unveiled 14 Reparations Bills. None Call for Cash Payments

01/31/2024
The California Legislative Black Caucus released a list of 14 bills as a first set of reparations for the descendants of African Americans who were enslaved.

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Elections & Politics History State of California

‘Just the Beginning’: California Reparations Backers Applaud Bills, Even Without Big Cash Payouts

01/31/2024
Lawmakers introduced a package of bills designed to tackle some forms of reparations. The measures may face budget constraints and opposition.

From California Healthline...

Health Elections & Politics

How Fringe Anti-Science Views Infiltrated Mainstream Politics

01/28/2024
Rates of routine childhood vaccination hit a 10-year low in 2023. That, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, puts about 250,000 kindergartners at risk for measles.

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Elections & Politics

California Lawmakers, Raising Fears of Political Violence, Want to Shield Their Properties

01/28/2024
A bill would let state legislators, who say they fear for their safety, shield their property holdings from disclosure forms. But critics say that could conceal potential conflicts of interest.

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics

Key Takeaways From U.S. Senate Debate

01/22/2024
The four leading U.S. Senate contenders in California tried to use 90 minutes of free air time to solidify their pitches to voters—and also to set themselves apart from their opponents.

From CalMatters...

Elections & Politics State of California

California Picks Its Next Governor in More Than 1,000 Days. Why the Race Is Already So Crowded

01/19/2024
More than two years until the first votes are cast, Senate leader Toni Atkins becomes the fourth big-name Democrat to jump into the governor’s race. She is seeking to become the first female and openly gay chief executive.

From Los Angeles Times...

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Newsom Blocks Proposed Ban on Youth Tackle Football

01/17/2024
Proposed California legislation that would ban tackle football for kids under 12 had gained momentum until Gov. Gavin Newsom made it clear he’d veto the bill.

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Elections & Politics

Where Do the Major Senate Candidates Stand on the Economy, Crime and the Border?

01/17/2024
The five major contenders have different track records and proposals on some of California’s biggest issues. They’re trying to position themselves to appeal to sizable voting blocs.

From CalMatters...

Homelessness Elections & Politics

Homelessness Is on the California Ballot This March. Will Conditions Change?

01/17/2024
Prop. 1 would funnel more money into housing and treatment for homeless Californians struggling with mental illness and addiction. But it’s far from a one-stop solution.

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Can Traffic Deaths in Los Angeles Be Reduced With a Ballot Measure?

01/16/2024
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City council rejected the “Healthy Streets L.A” initiative. Now it’s up to Angeleno voters.

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Health Elections & Politics

What Would a Second Trump Presidency Look Like for Health Care?

01/15/2024
On the campaign trail, former President Donald Trump is again promising to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act—a nebulous goal that became one of his administration's splashiest policy failures.

From Sacramento Bee...

Elections & Politics Government

Newsom Sets March 19 Special Election to Fill McCarthy’s Seat

01/08/2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom has called for a March 19 primary to elect a replacement for Rep. Kevin McCarthy, who resigned from Congress in December. If a candidate doesn’t win outright, a runoff will be held on May 21.

From YubaNet...

Elections & Politics County of Nevada

Sue McGuire Announces Candidacy for District 1 Supervisor

01/08/2024
“As a lifelong resident of Nevada County, I am deeply committed to preserving its natural resources, beauty, and fostering a robust economy,” says Sue McGuire, who is seeking a seat on the position of Nevada County Board of Supervisors.

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California Legislature Opens 2024 Session With Packed Agenda

01/04/2024
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The budget deficit, fire insurance, reparations, artificial intelligence top early legislative slate.

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Sacramento Councilman Under Federal Indictment Resigns from Office

01/04/2024
Sean Loloee, a first-term Sacramento councilmember, has resigned from office—a move that came weeks after he was federally indicted on charges related to his business Viva Supermarkets.

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San Diego County Lacking Behavioral Health Beds

01/03/2024
County leaders in San Diego are gearing up for a March bond measure that could help provide more behavioral health beds. More beds are needed for areas like mental health and detox.

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Families & Children Health Elections & Politics

Group to Sue California AG Over Title of Ballot Initiative Seeking to Prohibit Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth

01/03/2024
Leaders of a parental rights advocacy group announced they’re planning to sue California Attorney General Rob Bonta over the way his office has characterized a 2024 ballot initiative they authored.

From Sierra Sun...

Elections & Politics

Welcome to Another Election Year: Local, National Elections to Take Center Stage

01/02/2024
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Nevada County Clerk-Recorder Natalie Adona gave a run-down on what to expect on the 2024 ballot as well as a retrospective on voting in 2023.

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Judge Says Vince Fong May Run for Kevin McCarthy's House Seat

12/29/2023
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Ruling by Judge Shelleyanne Chang could open the door to electoral chaos, state AG says.

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COVID-19 Elections & Politics Crime & Justice Government

A Step Forward for Free Speech in Kern County?

12/28/2023
Kern County agrees to better protect free speech in a deal with the state Justice Department—inspired by the county’s’ 2020 squashing of COVID contracts to organizations that advocated defunding police.

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