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Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed ban on smartphone use in California schools would do more harm than good
A statewide ban on smartphone use in schools would run into the same enforcement problems as local restrictions – while also taking agency away from the school community. At Rocklin High School, uneven enforcement already hinders school administrators’ efforts to keep phones out of the classroom. The phone pocket policy, for example, is applied differently from teacher to teacher, creating friction between staff and frustration among students. Newsom’s proposal does not specify whether students would be allowed to keep their phones with them during the school day. If they are, this will continue to be an issue regardless of whether the rule comes from the principal or from the governor.
Judge threatens to sanction Hunter Biden’s attorneys for ‘false statements’
A federal judge threatened to sanction Hunter Biden’s attorneys for making “false statements” in their motion asking to dismiss his criminal charges in California. U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi issued an order Wednesday asking Hunter Biden’s attorneys to “show cause why sanctions should not be imposed for making false statements in the motion.” Scarsi wrote…
Man wins $1 million while running errands in Whittier
Running routine errands turned out to be a life-changing experience for a man who bought a California Lottery Scratchers ticket in Whittier recently. Saul Montero stopped by Prime Liquor Mart while taking care of personal business one afternoon and became an instant millionaire when he purchased a Multiplier Craze Scratchers game. “Montero uncovered the top […]
Here's why Gov. Newsom is urging Oakland to update strict police pursuit policy
Governor Gavin Newsom is urging Oakland city leaders to revise the city's police pursuit policy.He sent a letter to Mayor Sheng Thao, the City Council, and the police department.MORE: Gov. Newsom says CHP expanding patrols to reduce crime in Oakland"CHP has brought to my attention that they observed criminals often fleeing with impunity because it's common knowledge that the Oakland Police Department's pursuit policy allows vehicle pursuits in only very limited circumstances," Newsom said in the letter. "I urge you to reconsider whether OPD should be permitted to pursue suspects in more circumstances."This comes just two weeks after Governor Newsom deployed more CHP officers in Oakland to help crack down on crime.At least 20 CHP officers are patrolling seven days a week.MORE: San Francisco police commission votes to expand powers for chasing suspectsThe Oakland police commission is reviewing the current policy and could recommend changes in the fall.Oakland has had the same police pursuit policy since 2014.Mayor Thao says she is "grateful to the Governor and CHP for their continued partnership to build a safer Oakland." If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
PG&E profits soar, powered by increases in electricity and gas revenue
OAKLAND — PG&E profits soared during its second quarter, powered by higher monthly bills that are rising far faster than the Bay Area’s overall inflation rate. During the April through June second quarter, PG&E posted a profit of $520 million — up 28.1% from the utility titan’s profits from the same three-month period the year before, the company reported Thursday.
Bill Warner: Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion 2024 Grand Marshal
What’s just one more thing that makes the 50th anniversary of historic racing in Monterey even more special? Bill Warner being named Grand Marshal of the 2024 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. Warner has spent a lifetime dedicated to motorsports, with a long career as a journalist (including work published...
Improvements coming to Front Street in Soledad with new project
SOLEDAD, Calif. — The city of Soledad will begin its newly approved Front Street Maintenance Project on Monday to address pavement conditions. The work will take place along Front Street between Nestles and Moranda Road to repair damages to the curb, gutter and sidewalk areas. Tree root uplifting resulted in drainage issues and pedestrian and ADA accessibility issues.
Events happening over the weekend in Pacific Grove
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. — The Youth Ambassadors of Pacific Grove, a leadership and public service organization, are supporting three events on July 26th and 27th. The first of the events is the Pet Parade. Participating pets and owners should line up at Caledonia Park at 1:30 p.m. The parade will start at 2 p.m., beginning at Congress Avenue, going down Lighthouse Avenue and making a U-turn at Forest Avenue.
Schuster Makes First Appearance at Salinas a Monumental Career Win
Tiany Schuster decided to enter Salinas for the first time as a reason to visit family friends and makes it a trip to remember. She dominates the qualifying rounds and ran the only sub-16 second run to win over $17k.
Greenfield cancer survivor leads Kiddie Kapers Parade as grand marshal
GREENFIELD — Greenfield’s Kelly Mata Navarro, a 12-year-old cancer survivor, was the grand marshal for this year’s California Rodeo Salinas’ Kiddie Kapers Parade. Navarro waved to the thousands of people lining the sides of South Main Street on July 14 from the back of a 1966 Ford Mustang, near the front of the parade lineup. Parade participants were mostly youth, ranging from babies in strollers up to a high school marching band.
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