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California man who joined hunger strike in ICE detention seeks $1 million in complaint
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California remains at the center of debates nationwide over migrant populations.homelessness
Domestic violence shelters, a guardrail against homelessness, face steep funding cuts
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Oakland-based shelter is among hundreds scrambling to stay afloat.Around Town
In the news | No enhancements for accused in fatal shooting of security guard
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Kevin Nishita died following a robbery and assault in downtown Oakland last year.Bay Area
Nursing students are turning to private universities as state colleges struggle to meet demand
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Private universities charge up to seven times the tuition of public schools for a bachelor’s degree, but nurses say their starting salaries are worth the cost.Bay Area
California approves rules that turn sewage into drinking water
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It’s not really “toilet-to-tap” -- due to the cost, the water will likely be limited to large suppliers.gavin newsom
How Big Oil wins in green California
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An alliance with the building trades union helped the oil industry's efforts to kill several environmental bills.homelessness
Year in review: California homelessness worsens even as housing bills pass
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The Legislature passed more affordable housing laws but home prices and rents are still increasing.Bay Area
‘You have a crisis out there’: Newsom scolds counties over delays in mental health law
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The new conservatorship law goes into effect in 2024, but counties can defer implementation until 2026.ballot
