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Los Angeles to Crack Down on So-Called ‘Vanlords’

Mon, 09/04/2023 - 07:29 By Brittany Maldonado
LA City Hall

The rise in tent encampments is a well-known byproduct of Los Angeles’ homeless crisis. But tents aren’t the only unorthodox abodes exploding on L.A. streets.

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Berkeley Decriminalizes Psychedelics

Thu, 07/13/2023 - 05:21 By Brittany M.

The Berkeley City Council approved a resolution Tuesday that will “de-emphasize the use of City funds and resources” to enforce criminal laws against the possession and cultivation o

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Why the NAACP Opposes SF’s Reparations Plan

Mon, 03/27/2023 - 17:46 By Brittany M.

"We strongly believe that creating and funding programs that can improve the lives of those who have been impacted by racism and discrimination is the best path forward toward equality and justice," San Francisco NAACP President Amos Brown said in a statement.

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Perris Bans Junk Food from Supermarket Checkout Lanes

Mon, 02/20/2023 - 07:54 By Brittany M.

Your latest in nanny state news.

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Over 12,000 Californians Now Benefiting From Basic Income Experiments

Thu, 02/16/2023 - 08:18 By Brittany M.

Basic income experiments are continuing their rapid ascent in California.

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On Gun Reform, Local Governments Lead the Way

Thu, 02/09/2023 - 08:35 By Brittany M.

California is known for having some of the strictest gun control laws in the nation.

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How Cannabis Legalization Killed This Town’s Economy

Tue, 01/31/2023 - 05:04 By Brittany M.

The town of Garberville in Humboldt County was once the poster child for California’s green rush. Today, it’s an example of the green collapse. 

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San Francisco Committee Recommends $5 Million Payment to Every Longtime Black Resident

Thu, 01/26/2023 - 08:08 By Brittany M.

The $5 million lump sum payment would be aimed at redressing years of discrimination and loss of economic opportunity in the Black community.

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San Francisco Takes Aim at Killer Robots

Thu, 12/22/2022 - 09:41 By Brittany M.

Police robots will not be allowed to use deadly force in San Francisco — at least for now.

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New Desalination Plant Approved for Orange County

Tue, 11/15/2022 - 09:47 By Brittany M.

The California Coastal Commission approved a new desalination plant in Huntington Beach Thursday, several months after it rejected a large desalination plant in the city.  

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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Merced Hires New City Manager
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Merced has selected a City Hall insider to serve as its next city manager. Scott McBride will take…
Santa Monica City Clerk to Retire
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Santa Monica City Clerk Denise Anderson-Warren will retire at the end of the year, concluding 29…
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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
At least two administrators from the Santa Barbara County area will vacate their positions this…
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Retired Irvine city manager Sean Joyce will take over as the interim city manager of Laguna Beach…
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The City of Manteca has hired a new finance director. Shay Narayan, who currently serves as budget…
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