San Joaquin County Statewide Articles


Berkeley Superintendent Faces House Hearing Over Parent Charges of Escalating Antisemitism

In federal civil rights complaint, they charge the district ignores harassment and bullying, and ignores its commitment to fairness.

A Wet Year Boosted California's Groundwater, but Not Enough to Address Long-Term Declines

California's groundwater levels rose significantly in 2023, one of the wettest years in decades. State officials say efforts to replenish aquifers helped.

LAUSD Union Members Rally, Demand an End to Alleged ‘Carvalho Cuts’

Members of UTLA and SEIU Local 99 rallied outside LAUSD's board meeting Tuesday, against anticipated cuts to staffing and programs.

Occidental, Protesters Sign Pact: Camp Ends, and College Will Vote on Divesting From Israel

Occidental trustees will vote on pro-Palestinian protesters' calls to divest from Israel, and demonstrators will decamp after nine days.

USC Security Official Faces Calls to Step Down From LAPD Oversight Role

Erroll Southers, president of the L.A. Police Commission, is the associate senior vice president of safety and risk assurance at USC.

Video Shows Moment Sheriff's Deputies Shot, Injured La Puente Man Holding Paint Roller

The family of a La Puente man who was shot and injured by Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies while carrying a metal paint roller is planning to sue, lawyers say.

10-Year-Old's Torture, Abuse Was Ignored for Years, Orange County Lawsuit Claims

A lawsuit accuses Orange County and the city of Anaheim of failing to intervene to stop the abuse of two young girls by their father and stepmother.

Will Californians Get Any Relief on Gas Prices?

The state’s average price at the pump is up 55 cents from a year ago as the more expensive summer blend kicks in, with a gas tax hike starting July 1. Legislators want to know what a new watchdog is …

San Francisco Man Attacked, Left Stranded by Date He Met on Grindr

The 27-year-old attacked and robbed a man he met online, leaving him stranded.

Trump VP Selection Will Be Like 'The Apprentice,' McCarthy Says

Kevin McCarthy, the former Republican House speaker from Bakersfield, predicted former President Trump's selection of a running mate will be like 'The Apprentice.'

California City Sells Downtown Building for Only $1

A recent appraisal of the long-vacant building valued it at $81,000.

Billionaires Sue L.A. For Right to Demolish Marilyn Monroe's House

After a public outcry stopped a billionaire couple from destroying Marilyn Monroe's Brentwood home, the couple is suing to continue with the demolition.

Police Officers Won't Be Forced to Disclose Their Gender Identity to State Officials Following Lawsuit

California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta will stop requiring police officers to disclose their own gender identity when they report details of traffic stops to the state.

Phenomenon Spotted by Famous San Francisco Landmark Causes Confusion, Intrigue

It’s supposed to be visible from at least 12 miles away.

Landlord Sentenced 20 Years in Prison in Murder-for-Hire Plots

A Los Angeles landlord was sentenced to 20 years in prison for murder-for-hire plots and arson to try to kick out tenants.

Knife-Wielding Assailant Is Fatally Shot After Attacking Guard at Hollywood Metro Station

A knife-wielding man was shot and killed after attacking a security guard at a Hollywood Metro station Tuesday morning, according to authorities.

L.A. City's Homelessness Website Falls Short of Goal to Be Transparent, Critics Say

A website meant to make L.A. city's homelessness programs more transparent is 'not user-friendly,' plaintiffs in a lawsuit told the judge who ordered the city to post its invoices.

L.A. County Deputy Arrested for Allegedly Smuggling Heroin Into Jail, Sources Say

L.A. County Deputy Michael Meiser has been arrested for allegedly smuggling heroin into Pitchess Detention Center in Castiac, sources said.

His Dad Gave Him Water on Way to Winning O.C. Marathon. He Got Disqualified for Drinking It

Esteban Prado was disqualified as the winner of the Orange County Marathon after his dad gave him water during the race. He violated the unauthorized assistance rule.

Two Weeks That Staggered UCLA: Protests, Violence, Crackdown Mark 'Dark Chapter'

Here is what we know about the last couple of weeks on campus, based on interviews, recordings, social media and documents.

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