crime
Oakland’s ‘most violent month’ sees city tally 17 new homicides in September
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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’
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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
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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
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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
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At least six robberies have been linked to the alleged suspect.COVID-19
Judge requires COVID vaccines for California prison guards
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The politically powerful prison guards’ union and Gov. Gavin Newsom have resisted a COVID vaccine mandate, despite growing outbreaks.Bay Area
Bill to decertify police for serious misconduct clears Legislature
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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
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CalMatters staff recap some of the most interesting or consequential decisions the governor faces.City
