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Migrant children were put in abusive shelters for years, suit says. Critics blame lack of oversight
MCALLEN, Texas (AP) — As allegations of sexual abuse built up at the largest housing provider for unaccompanied migrant children in the U.S., officials continued placing children in their care in a system that lacks adequate oversight, advocates say. A lawsuit filed Wednesday by the Justice Department alleges employees...
Opening of Sango Court in Milpitas Heralds New Chapter for Residents and Homeless Communities
Amid continuous concerns over the Bay Area's housing crisis, Milpitas has marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of Sango Court. This affordable housing complex promises to offer relief to scores of residents in dire need of stable accommodation. Among the new tenants is Angelique Chisom, who, after eight tumultuous years of homelessness, found sanctuary in what she now calls home at Sango Court. According to the County of Santa Clara, Chisom has shared her journey, saying, "It was rough, real rough," reflecting on the period she spent without a permanent place to lay her head. Chisom credits the nonprofit Abode Services for helping her to finally "be able to get a place on my own again."
‘Not just farmland.’ This Central Valley art installation points to California’s Ice Age past
In the middle of California’s vast San Joaquin Valley, an overpass along Highway 99 commemorates massive beasts that roamed the land hundreds of thousands of years ago. Silhouettes of Columbian Mammoths, which existed up and down North America during the Pleistocene era, were installed by the California Department of Transportation late last year.
Southern California’s jobs picture is improving; glimmer of hope seen in Hollywood employment
California's unemployment rate held steady last month and the overall jobs picture looked considerably brighter than earlier this year, according to new government data released Friday. Still, at 5.2%, the state's jobless rate is tied with Nevada for the highest in the country; the national unemployment figure averaged 4.1% last...
Grass fire burning by train tracks damages home in Fremont
FREMONT, Calif. - A vegetation fire in Fremont burned near train tracks and homes and extended to nearby trees, authorities said. Crews first responded around 3:25 p.m. in the area of Paseo Padre Parkway and Finnigan Terrace. One home suffered some damage, though the extent of it wasn't specified. Officials...
Gold Medal of Valor for CHP Officers
On June 27, six California Highway Patrol officers were presented with a prestigious Gold Medal of Valor during a ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento. The Special Act Award, given on behalf of Gov. Gavin Newsom, is the highest honor the state can bestow upon employees who risked their lives to save others or protect state property.
Wiener calls Musk’s reason for moving X from SF ‘vile,’ ‘despicable’
State Sen. Scott Wiener called Elon Musk’s stated reason for moving his companies X and SpaceX out of California “outrageous” and “vile.” Musk announced Tuesday his intention to move the two companies to Texas in response to Gov. Gavin Newsom having signed Assembly Bill 1955 the day before. That law bars public schools from telling parents about their children’s sexual orientation or gender identity or expression without the kids’ consent. ...
Board President Says Anderson Union School District “Will Not Comply” with California’s SAFETY Act
On Monday, July 15, California gained a new law known as the SAFETY Act. Previously known as Assembly Bill 1955, it strengthens current educational law that supports students in California’s LGBTQ+ community. It was passed into law in hopes of curbing the actions of about a dozen California school districts, including Anderson Union High School District, that have enacted “parental notification” policies.
San Mateo DA Closes Inquiry into Pacifica Police Shooting, Rules Officers' Lethal Force Justified
Following a comprehensive investigation into the fatal police shooting of 50-year-old Michelle Arrais in Pacifica, the San Mateo County District Attorney has concluded that the lethal force exerted by officers was legally justified, leading to the case's closure. In a recent press release by the DA's Office, it was stated that Pacifica Police Corporal Hayden Fry and Officer Kevin Contreras acted in self-defense and defense of others, aligning with California Penal Code section 835a and section 196. The details surrounding the decision not to press charges can be found in a letter from District Attorney Stephen M. Wagstaffe to Pacifica Police Chief Maria Sarasua, which has been made available alongside the announcement, cited from the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office.
Stolen gun, drugs recovered by K9 in San Mateo Co. traffic stop: sheriff
(KRON) — A stolen gun and drugs were recovered from a car following a traffic stop in San Mateo County on Thursday. The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office conducted the traffic stop Thursday afternoon in North Fair Oaks. SMC sheriff deputies were conducting routine stops on Middlefield Road and Sixth Avenue when they noticed a […]
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