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San Francisco Fentanyl Dealers Could be Charged With Homicides by Spring

02/29/2024 - 9:48 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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Beginning this spring, San Francisco will join more conservative counties like Placer and Riverside in pursuing murder charges against fentanyl dealers whose products prove fatal.

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Oakland’s Ex-Police Chief Files Lawsuit Against City

02/08/2024 - 10:11 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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Former Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong has filed a lawsuit against the city and its mayor, Sheng Thao, alleging wrongful termination, retaliation, and violation of his First Amendment rights

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Street Vendors Accuse Fontana of Discrimination

02/01/2024 - 10:58 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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A group of street vendors has filed a legal claim against the City of Fontana alleging violations of their civil rights.

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Former L.A. Councilman Jose Huizar Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison

01/30/2024 - 9:55 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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Former Los Angeles City Councilmember Jose Huizar has been sentenced to 13 ye

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Burke Public Law Update for January 2024

01/25/2024 - 10:22 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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The legal experts at Burke, Williams and Sorensen, LLP recently released their public law update for January 2024.

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Criminal Charges Filed Against San Francisco Building Inspector Who Inspected His Own House

01/04/2024 - 9:42 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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A former San Francisco building inspector who inspected his own home, as well as several properties belonging to his family, has been charged by the district attorney’s office.

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Sacramento City Councilman Sean Loloee Indicted by Federal Grand Jury

12/19/2023 - 10:02 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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Sacramento City Councilmember Sean Loloee was indicted by a grand jury Friday on a slew of federal fraud and obstruction charges.

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Pastor Says He Was Forced Off a San Diego Commission Because of His Religious Beliefs

11/16/2023 - 9:30 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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A Christian pastor who was denied reappointment to San Diego’s Citizens Advisory Board on Police/Community Relations has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Todd Gloria alleging religious discr

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Messy Recall Election Can Move Forward in Santa Ana, Judge Rules

11/09/2023 - 9:18 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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An Orange County judge has refused to halt the recall election against Santa Ana City Councilmember Jessie Lopez, despite serious questions about its legality.

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Burbank Will Fight CVRA Suit Over At-Large Elections

10/31/2023 - 3:27 AM By Brittany Maldonado
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The Burbank City Council has voted to fight a lawsuit challenging its at-large election system – a move that could prove costly for taxpayers.

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Pinole hires Garrett Evans as Interim City Manager
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Six months after his retirement as city manager of Pittsburg, Garrett Evans has landed a new…
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After Months in Interim Role, Salvador Mendez Lands Palmdale’s Top Administrative Job
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The Palmdale City Council approved an employment agreement with Salvador Mendez on Tuesday, making…
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Eddie Manfro has assumed the City Manager’s position in Fullerton, California. He was appointed by…
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A U.S. Army reservist from Sacramento, California has been identified as one of the six soldiers…

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