McFarland, located in the heart of the Central Valley, is generally a quiet town. But lately, it’s been at the center of a firestorm over — of all things — its public library.
This town wants to turn its only library into a police station. People aren’t having it.
Sun, 05/15/2022
City leaders say increased crime has necessitated a larger space for the police department, and they don't have the money to build a new station.
San Francisco voters are becoming less progressive
Sun, 05/15/2022
A new San Francisco Standard poll suggests February’s school board recall was not a one-off, and District Attorney Chesa Boudin could be headed for a walloping.
Contra Costa DA Faces Uncomfortable Questions About Her Husband’s Church
Sun, 05/15/2022
In the final days of her re-election campaign, Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton is fending off questions about alleged sexual abuse at the church where her husband serves as a pastor.
National Economic Outlook for 2022: A Discussion With Economist Dr. Leo Feler, Hosted by Avenu
Sun, 05/15/2022
In the latest episode of the Local Government Insights podcast, Avenu Insights & Analytics was joined by Dr. Leo Feler, Senior Economist with the UCLA Anderson Forecast.
Meet San Francisco’s Newest Supervisor
Wed, 05/11/2022
San Francisco Police Department Communications Director Matt Dorsey has been sworn in as the newest member of the Board of Supervisors.
Humboldt County Grand Jury Recommends Improvements to Cannabis Permitting System
Wed, 05/11/2022
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury has recommended a series of changes to the county’s cannabis permitting process and its online permit management system Accela.
Contra Costa Teacher Brings Threats and Invective to County Supervisor’s Race
Wed, 05/11/2022
District 1 Supervisor John Gioia is afraid to be in the same room as his opponent, an eighth-grade teacher in Antioch.
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Sunday, May 15, 2022 - 03:35
Legal
Sunday, May 8, 2022 - 13:41
Another high-profile incident has thrust the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office into the national spotlight.
Policy
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 - 08:55
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury has recommended a series of changes to the county’s cannabis permitting process and its online permit management system Accela.
Finance
Sunday, May 15, 2022 - 03:57
Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his May revision to the 2022-2023 budget proposal on Friday. It projects an astonishing $97.5 billion surplus, fueled by the state’s highest earners.