California Santa Cruz health officials honored for persevering in COVID battle against tide of ‘denialism’ By Anna Maria Barry-Jester | Kaiser Health News | October 1, 2021 Mimi Hall and Dr. Gail Newel will receive PEN America’s 2021 PEN/Benenson Courage Award.
California School boards besieged by protestors want police protection By Diana Lambert | EdSource | October 1, 2021 People are lashing out on a variety of topics, but opposition to COVID mitigation measures tops the list, one official said.
California Criminal justice reform panel scores legislative wins By Byrhonda Lyons | CalMatters | October 1, 2021 A committee examining California’s penal code saw more than half its recommendations go to the governor.
Bay Area Suspect in robbery spree targeting Asian women faces hate crime charges By Daniel Montes | Bay City News | September 28, 2021 At least six robberies have been linked to the alleged suspect.
COVID-19 Judge requires COVID vaccines for California prison guards By Byrhonda Lyons | CalMatters | September 28, 2021 The politically powerful prison guards’ union and Gov. Gavin Newsom have resisted a COVID vaccine mandate, despite growing outbreaks.
gavin newsom Bill to decertify police for serious misconduct clears Legislature By Robert Lewis | CalMatters | September 9, 2021 California is one of only four states without the power to decertify police for serious misconduct, but that appears likely to change.
California Newsom’s call now: California Legislature passes top 21 bills of ’21 By CalMatters Staff | September 8, 2021 CalMatters staff recap some of the most interesting or consequential decisions the governor faces.
City The Blotter | Fight at Ace Hardware parking lot leads to arrests By Damin Esper | September 7, 2021 Two taken into custody; robberies reported elsewhere.
California Recall election: Inside Larry Elder’s focus on race By Emily Hoeven | CalMatters | September 7, 2021 Recall campaigns are firing up efforts to reach Latino and Asian voters. Plus, mail-in ballots, state budget, and ICU COVID crisis.
City Police alert community to mountain lion sightings By Piedmont Police Department | August 31, 2021 Two separate reports have come from the areas of Nace Avenue and Davie Tennis Stadium; PPD advises not to leave pets or pet food outside.