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California Legislature Passes Bill to Ban Legacy Admissions at Private Colleges
Call it a ban on affirmative action for the well-connected: California’s Legislature has passed a bill barring the state’s private nonprofit colleges from making admissions decisions based on whether family members of students donated money to the school or had attended the school themselves. If Gov. Gavin Newsom...
CHP shuts down Northern California illegal gambling operation, recovers nearly $80,000
(FOX40.COM) — Four people were recently arrested in Northern California after a probation search led to the break-up of an illegal gambling operation, stolen merchandise worth about $80,000 and about $30,000 in cash. A stolen trailer, a gun, and ammunition were also recovered, CHP said. California Highway Patrol said the search was done on Bear […]
Flooded problems: Fed policies may cost residents more, but still leave them at risk
An Associated Press review has found that thousands of people may be paying more for flood insurance or remain unaware of the dangers of dam failures because of conflicting federal policies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers a way for communities to earn discounts on flood insurance by taking steps to reduce risks. One option is to share information about places that could get inundated if a dam were to fail. But some federal agencies, such as the Bureau of Reclamation, have restricted the release of inundation maps for their dams. The bureau told the AP it plans to relax restrictions over the next eight years.
‘Don’t forget who you are,’ says outgoing Cal Cities President Daniel Parra
Kayla Sherwood is a contributing editor for Western City. She can be reached at ksherwood@calcities.org. Fowler Mayor Daniel Parra will conclude his 2023-24 term as League of California Cities President in October. He sat down with Western City to reflect on his term as president, his path to local office, and his advice for young leaders. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan discusses support of Prop. 36
(Inside California Politics) — San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan joined Inside California Politics co-host Nikki Laurenzo to discuss his support of Proposition 36. That measure, which voters will decide on in November, aims to reform 2014 voter-approved Proposition 47. Prop. 36 would also strengthen theft and drug laws if approved. Mayor Mahan is among a […]
Wings of Angels, Shasta County law enforcement unite for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — A Shasta County nonprofit is partnering with local law enforcement agencies like the Anderson Police Department to support children battling cancer. Wings of Angels is leading the initiative during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The organization helps families who have children dealing with critical illness. An...
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