Civil Rights Attorneys Formally Ask DOJ to Investigate Antioch Police
The attorneys represent 13 plaintiffs so far in two lawsuits against Antioch police, alleging civil rights violations, among other allegations....
07
Aug
03
Aug
New Grant Program Promises $100 Mil for Tribal, Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Change
California is offering $100 million to help Native American tribal groups acquire land and implement nature-based solutions towards climate change....
27
Jul
California Launches Hotline to Make Reporting Hate Crimes Easier
In response to an increase in hate crimes, the California Civil Rights Department launched a hotline and online portal for hate crimes and incidents in May....
24
Jul
In Fight Against Substance Use Disorder, Calif. Health Advocates Focus on Mental Health, Education
Programs such as See Her Bloom help Black women with substance abuse disorders by sharing resources and allowing women to tell their stories....
23
Jul
California to Provide Free Immigration Legal Help for Undocumented Farmworkers
California farmworkers in state labor investigations will soon be able to access free legal services to safely report bad-acting employers.....
19
Jul
Benefits of Medi-Cal Coverage Uncertain for Doulas
While policymakers have championed the Medi-Cal Doula Services Benefit, doulas are divided as to the benefit that inclusion in Medi-Cal can offer them....
16
Jul
New Campaign Launched to Protect Communities Against Extreme Heat
California on Tuesday launched "Heat Ready CA," a new campaign to help protect communities from extreme heat as heat waves get more severe and frequent....
13
Jul
California’s Top Agencies Brace for Severe Heat Across the State
As California braces for extreme heat this week, state officials said Wednesday they are working to keep residents informed on how to protect themselves....
02
Jul
Baby, It’s Hot Outside
As the summer season begins, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is working to keep people safe through the wave of extreme heat....
30
Jun
Local, National Reactions to Supreme Court Decision on LGBTQ Discrimination
The U.S. Supreme Court's on Friday ruled 6-3 that a web designer in Colorado had the right to discriminate against same-sex couples, citing free speech....
29
Jun
Gov. Gavin Newsom Announces 4 Judicial Appointments in Greater Bay Area
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday the appointment of 15 superior court judges, including one in Contra Costa County and three others in the greater Bay Area....
29
Jun
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Has Arrived to California and Needs Partners
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which gives free books to kids up to age 5, is looking for nonprofit local partners to cover specific areas in California....
24
Jun
Governor, Elected Officials Speak on 1-Year Anniversary of Roe v. Wade Overturning
Gov. Gavin Newsom and Bay Area elected officials spoke out on Saturday marking the one-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade....
17
Jun
Human-Caused Climate Change Is to Blame for Uptick in California Wildfires, Study Finds
Human-caused climate change may be playing a significant role in fueling the surge of devastating wildfires in California, according to a new scientific study....
13
Jun
The REAL ID Delivers Conveniency: Apply for Yours Today
The REAL ID will be required to fly within the U.S. beginning May 7, 2025, but the DMV suggests getting one now. Read to find out how....
