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Brad Jones
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John Fredricks
Garvey Calls for ‘Political Courage’ to End Antisemitic Protests at Colleges
The U.S. Senate candidate calls the demonstrations “organized support of terrorism” and urges political leaders to respond.
Apr 26, 2024
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Brad Jones
1 hour
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California
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Beige Luciano-Adams
Can California Cities Clear Homeless Camps? Depends on Supreme Court Ruling
Justices heard arguments that laws against camping violate the Constitution’s ban on ‘cruel and unusual’ punishment. Cities hope for clarity.
Apr 26, 2024
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Beige Luciano-Adams
3 hours
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Northern California
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Helen Billings
Weeds in Your Yard That Are Nutritious and Medicinal
Some weeds are healing treasures that harness the power of nature’s pharmacy.
Apr 26, 2024
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Helen Billings
4 hours
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California
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Travis Gillmore
Prop. 47 Reduced California’s Prison Population, But at What Cost?
At a panel discussion, defenders of the 2014 ballot measure say it ‘directly addressed the root causes.’ Opponents see a retail theft crisis.
Apr 26, 2024
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Travis Gillmore
6 hours
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Northern California
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Katabella Roberts
Thieves Steal Lawmaker Adam Schiff’s Luggage From Vehicle in San Francisco
Mr. Schiff, a Democrat, said he did not want to dwell on the incident.
Apr 26, 2024
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Katabella Roberts
9 hours
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California
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Rudy Blalock
Methadone Bill Would End California’s Highly Restrictive Ways
Facing an overdose crisis, ‘we need to make all evidence-based treatment options as accessible as possible,’ said one expert.
Apr 25, 2024
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Rudy Blalock
22 hours
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Northern California
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Rudy Blalock
San Francisco Mayor Proposes Early Closures of Tenderloin Shops to Curb Drug Use
London Breed’s plan, which she submitted to supervisors, would close corner stores and liquor stores between midnight and 5 a.m.
Apr 25, 2024
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Rudy Blalock
Apr 25
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California
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Sophie Li
California Ranked World’s 5th Largest Economy for 7th Straight Year
The Golden State maintained its position, following the United States, China, Germany, and Japan.
Apr 25, 2024
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Sophie Li
Apr 25
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California
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Katabella Roberts
Billionaire Slack Co-founder’s Daughter Reported Missing: Police
Mint Butterfield was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, flannel pajama pants, and black boots.
Apr 25, 2024
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Katabella Roberts
Apr 25
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California
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Travis Gillmore
California Committee Dismisses Bill to Block Fixed Rate Utility Charge Based on Income
The bill sought to set a cap of $10 for monthly fixed charges, in contrast to the PUC’s plan to have tiered fixed rates.
Apr 25, 2024
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Travis Gillmore
Apr 25
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Religious Freedom
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Eva Fu
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Frank Fang
A Peaceful Appeal for Freedom 25 Years Ago Still Echoes Today
About 10,000 people congregated in Beijing on a spring day in 1999, in one of the largest protests in China’s recent history—known as the April 25 appeal.
Apr 25, 2024
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Eva Fu
Apr 25
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California
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Travis Gillmore
Newsom, Lawmakers Announce Bill in Response to Arizona’s Abortion Ban
The measure would let Arizona doctors operate in California until Nov. 30, assuming Arizona voters will approve an abortion measure on their ballot.
Apr 24, 2024
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Travis Gillmore
Apr 24
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California
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Rudy Blalock
California Bill Would Make Insurers Offer More Discounts for Fire Mitigation
Supporters say property owners should be rewarded for thinning brush and attending fire-related events. Insurers say they'd be shouldering more risk.
Apr 24, 2024
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Rudy Blalock
Apr 24
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California
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Travis Gillmore
Bipartisan Pet Protection Bills Advance in California Legislature
One bill requires shelters to publish the number of animals scheduled for euthanasia and kennel space available.
Apr 24, 2024
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Travis Gillmore
Apr 24
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Northern California
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Rudy Blalock
Waymo Robotaxi Drives Wrong Way in San Francisco
The vehicle crossed a double yellow line to pass a group on scooters and unicycles, the company said.
Apr 24, 2024
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Rudy Blalock
Apr 24
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Northern California
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Jill McLaughlin
24 California Men Arrested in 3-Day Child Predator Sting
Suspects include a postal worker, a Sunday school teacher, and a captain with the San Jose Fire Department, said the Sacramento County sheriff.
Apr 24, 2024
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Jill McLaughlin
Apr 24
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Companies
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Katabella Roberts
Tesla Cutting 3,300 Jobs in California After Automaker Reports Drop in Revenue
Apr 24, 2024
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Katabella Roberts
Apr 24
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California
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Travis Gillmore
Business Advocates Argue California’s ‘Right to Disconnect’ Bill Is Overbroad
The groups said the bill ignores existing labor laws and would impact the ability of some offices to operate efficiently.
Apr 24, 2024
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Travis Gillmore
Apr 24
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California
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Jill McLaughlin
Pack a Bag for Dos Rios, California’s First New State Park in a Decade
Just west of Modesto, the 1,600-acre park is the state’s largest floodplain restoration project. It'll open in June.
Apr 24, 2024
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Jill McLaughlin
Apr 24
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California
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Jill McLaughlin
Amazon Pulls Out of Drone Delivery in California
The online retailer didn’t say why it’s leaving, but low demand could be a factor.
Apr 23, 2024
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Jill McLaughlin
Apr 23
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