Rudy Blalock
Rudy Blalock is a Southern California-based daily news reporter for The Epoch Times. Originally from Michigan, he moved to California in 2017, and the sunshine and ocean have kept him here since. In his free time, he may be found underwater scuba diving, on top of a mountain hiking or snowboarding—or at home meditating, which helps fuel his active lifestyle.
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California Bill Would Allow Funding for Drug-Free Recovery Homes
The state’s ‘housing first’ policy excluded such homes in favor of getting addicts off the streets. But mixing users with those seeking sobriety poses risks.
Revamped Bill to Legalize Cannabis Cafes Passes California Assembly
The bill allows consumption of fresh food and beverages along with marijuana. After last year’s veto, concerns about workplace smoking have been addressed.
Huntington Beach Police to Install More Cameras to Thwart Burglars
Thieves sometimes park a fake work truck at targeted homes, or impersonate delivery drivers to find out if a home is occupied, police chief tells residents.
Santa Monica Passes Ordinance Saying City Funds Can’t Be Used for Needle Exchange Programs
The city contracts with nonprofits that also receive money from LA County for the needle exchanges in three parks.
Huntington Beach to Keep Fighting Despite State’s Recent Court Victory on Affordable Housing
Surf City pushes for local control, but Attorney General Rob Bonta says cities are not above the law and ’should take notice.’
40 Percent of Arrestees at UC Irvine Protest Had No Connection With School
Two faculty members were reportedly among those arrested.
California Opens First Round of Prop. 1 Funding
Gov. Gavin Newsom Announced that $3.3 billion will be made available by July to help people suffering from mental health issues, addictions, or homelessness.
Rivian to Lay Off More California Workers as EV Market Stalls
The electric-truck maker will let go 92 employees in Orange County, mostly at its Irvine headquarters. The move comes on top of February layoffs.
