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‘It’s a clear mandate’: California stiffened penalties for theft — and more changes are coming
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A new measure approved by voters in November alongside bills signed by Gov. Newsom should result in a tougher stance on hard drugs, retail theft, and fentanyl.crimes
Christmas Eve shoplifting is first San Francisco case charged under tough-on-crime law
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A San Francisco man with prior convictions is the first to face felony charges under Proposition 36.CHP
Newsom pledges to extend CHP partnership with Oakland if city ends non-pursuit policy
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Newsom said he wants a decision “now,” and suggested the commission call a special meeting immediately to decide.crime
Scammers calling Alameda County residents in bid to solicit payment for missed jury duty
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Officials warn scammers are impersonating court officers by reciting or showing fake badge numbers.City
The Blotter | Woman arrested after auto burglary
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Possessed meth, gave false name and identification.crime
City audit finds abuse and lack of oversight in San Francisco police overtime spending
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Overtime has quadrupled from about $19.2 million in fiscal 2018-19 to about $80.1 million in fiscal 2022-23.berkeley
Berkeley police fully embrace automated license plate readers after successful trial
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In July 2023, the Berkeley City Council approved placing ALPRs at 52 locations throughout the city.Crime & Safety
California task force seizes over $19 million in illegal cannabis products across East Bay
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The legal cannabis market in California saw $350 million in sales in November, or about $4 billion per year.Crime & Safety