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Zero-Bail Takes Effect in L.A. County. What Will the Impact Be on Cities?

10/03/2023 - 9:28 AM By Brittany Maldonado

A controversial zero-bail policy took effect in Los Angeles County on Sunday, October 1.

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A Prison Closure Could Be the Death Knell for This Small Town

06/01/2023 - 9:18 AM By Brittany M.

For three and a half decades, incarceration has been the lifeblood of Blythe, California.

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California’s Attorney General Says Props 47 and 57 May Have Led to an Increase in Crime

03/10/2022 - 8:25 AM By Brittany M.

A huge admission.

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California Lawmakers Consider Police Reform Bills

08/27/2020 - 5:52 AM By Brittany M.

Police officer accountability is a key ingredient for systemic reform. On that front, California is leading the way.

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Amid Controversy, Vallejo Manager and Police Chief Warn Against ‘Defunding’ Police

08/04/2020 - 8:25 AM By Brittany M.

The warning coincides with serious allegations by a Vallejo PD employee.

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Campaigns & Elections

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Tuesday, February 10, 2026

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Comings & Goings

Pinole hires Garrett Evans as Interim City Manager

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Six months after his retirement as city manager of Pittsburg, Garrett Evans has landed a new…

Embattled Head of Solano County Homeless Services Agency Resigns

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Community Action Partnership of Solano Joint Powers Authority (CAP Solano JPA), which coordinates…

After Months in Interim Role, Salvador Mendez Lands Palmdale’s Top Administrative Job

Thursday, March 5, 2026

The Palmdale City Council approved an employment agreement with Salvador Mendez on Tuesday, making…

Fullerton Appoints Permanent City Manager

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Eddie Manfro has assumed the City Manager’s position in Fullerton, California. He was appointed by…

Sacramento Army Reservist Among Six Soldiers Killed in Middle East

Thursday, March 5, 2026

A U.S. Army reservist from Sacramento, California has been identified as one of the six soldiers…