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News from July 2024

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Attorney General Bonta announces felony charges against three suspects for stealing high-performance vehicles

By Golden State Today | Jul 23, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced felony charges against three individuals allegedly involved in 13 vehicle thefts or attempted thefts across California. The incidents, occurring between July 2023 and March 2024, involved a large-scale conspiracy to steal high-performance vehicles from the counties of El Dorado, Kings, Monterey, Riverside, San Benito, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, and Tulare. The Department of Justice's Special Prosecutions Section filed the charges following an investigation and arrests conducted by the Visalia Police Department.

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California releases voter information guide for November General Election

By Golden State Today | Jul 23, 2024

Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Releases Statewide Voter Information Guide for Public Review

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Coach Mohamad "Mo" Saatara guides Cal's Olympic hopefuls with personalized training approach

By Golden State Today | Jul 23, 2024

For Coach Mohamad "Mo" Saatara, who is accompanying four throwers to this year's Olympic Games in Paris, it's about leveraging his athletes' individual strengths to unlock their potential.

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Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office invites applications for Citizen's Academy

By Golden State Today | Jul 23, 2024

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the upcoming Citizen’s Academy. This program offers an in-depth and informational look at law enforcement in Santa Barbara, facilitated by the Sheriff’s Office. Participants will explore various topics including the history of law enforcement, criminal law, patrol tactics, and de-escalation communication. Additionally, hands-on learning experiences such as firearms instruction and active shooter scenarios will be provided.

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California AG files amicus brief supporting protection of tribal cultural resources

By Golden State Today | Jul 23, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed an amicus brief with the California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District, supporting the Koi Nation in the case of Koi Nation v. Clearlake. The Koi Nation previously sued the City of Clearlake, arguing that a proposed hotel site contains tribal cultural resources and that the city failed to adequately consult with them or consider the project's impacts on these resources, in violation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52).

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California one of 26 states not aligned with 'hyper-partisan' voter data group

By Golden State Today | Jul 23, 2024

An analysis by Golden State Today shows California is one of 26 states without a membership with ERIC, a national voter data group accused of "hyper-partisanship."

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California political committees that received the most contributions during week ending July 20

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

Here are the 50 California political committees that received the largest financial contributions during the week ending July 20.

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Eucalyptus tree removed from West Circle due to safety concerns

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

Campus planners plan to replace the large eucalyptus with cherry trees later this year.

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California DOJ releases findings on Che Noe Zuniga Jr.'s officer-involved shooting

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta released a report today on the officer-involved shooting of Che Noe Zuniga Jr. in Bakersfield, California, which occurred on August 7, 2021. The incident involved officers from the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD). This report is part of the California Department of Justice's (DOJ) efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in law enforcement practices. The DOJ concluded that criminal charges were not appropriate in this case.

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Biden exits presidential race; endorses Harris as Democratic nominee

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

UC Berkeley scholars say President Joe Biden’s departure from the race could expand Democrats’ base. But the outcome may turn on whether they can craft a message that will ease race and gender tensions and galvanize young voters.

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Governor Newsom honors fallen Caltrans worker

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a statement regarding the death of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) equipment operator Alexander Rodish.

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Southern California dentist sentenced for $800K Medi-Cal fraud

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the sentencing of Dr. Magaly Mercedes Velasquez, a Southern California dentist, along with two employees from her dental practice, for a fraudulent billing scheme that defrauded the state Medi-Cal program of nearly $800,000.

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Governor Newsom announces streamlined ballot for November elections

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom and the Legislature, in collaboration with stakeholders throughout California, have concluded a notably active and productive period for public policy. Among the achievements is a streamlined and less costly ballot for November.

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California's SAFER program reduces number of residents without clean drinking water

By Golden State Today | Jul 22, 2024

Halfway through California’s 10-year Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) Program, the number of residents without access to clean drinking water has been reduced by more than half, from 1.6 million in 2019 to 700,000 today.

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California secures federal grant for Hawarden Fire response

By Golden State Today | Jul 21, 2024

California secures federal assistance to support response to Hawarden Fire

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June: California political committees that received the most contributions

By Golden State Today | Jul 20, 2024

Here are the 50 political committees that received the largest financial contributions during June.

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UC Regents approve $100 million student housing project at UC Davis

By Golden State Today | Jul 19, 2024

UC Davis will break ground on a new residence hall next spring in the Segundo area, following approval this week by the UC Board of Regents. The $100 million project aims to address the growing demand for on-campus housing and commitments the campus has made with the city of Davis.

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Coalition files amicus brief against Oklahoma law on transgender student facility use

By Golden State Today | Jul 19, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside 17 other attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief in the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals supporting transgender students' rights in the case of Bridge v. Oklahoma State Department of Education. The case challenges Oklahoma’s Senate Bill 615 (SB 615), which prohibits transgender students from using sex-separated school facilities consistent with their gender identity. After the Western District of Oklahoma dismissed the plaintiffs' case, three transgender students appealed to the Tenth Circuit.

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California creates over 100k jobs in first half of 2024

By Golden State Today | Jul 19, 2024

During the first six months of 2024, California created 107,100 jobs – more than doubling the number of jobs created during the same period last year.

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Santa Ynez Valley sees string of restaurant burglaries

By Golden State Today | Jul 18, 2024

Deputies in the Santa Ynez Valley are investigating a series of restaurant burglaries that have occurred in recent weeks. On Saturday, July 6, 2024, deputies took a report of a burglary at California Tacos in Buellton. On Saturday, July 13, 2024, deputies took a second report for a burglary at Taco Roco in Buellton. On Wednesday, July 17, 2024, deputies took two additional reports of restaurant burglaries at the Red Barn and SY Kitchen. The fifth burglary was reported today, July 18, 2024, at AJ Spurs in Buellton.