California New state law bans harassment at vaccination sites, but free speech concerns persist By Rachel Bluth | Kaiser Health News | October 12, 2021 New law aims to protect those getting any kind of vaccine.
California Newsom’s vetoes: Why did the governor block some California bills? By Laurel Rosenhall | CalMatters | October 12, 2021 Cost, duplication and some politics behind Newsom's decisions.
California 770 new laws coming to California By Emily Hoeven | CalMatters | October 11, 2021 The governor has signed 770 new California laws and vetoed 66. Here’s a look at what’s coming in the Golden State.
crime Oakland’s ‘most violent month’ sees city tally 17 new homicides in September By Bay City News Foundation | October 7, 2021 The city’s 106 homicides, as of Monday, is the highest number of homicides year to date since 2013.
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.