In the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, a spirit of reform swept many state and local governments, leading to new policies and a commitment to change. Nearly two years later, some of the promises have proved hard to keep.
Gangs are stealing firearms from cargo trains in Los Angeles.
Mayor London Breed wants to expand cops' surveillance powers. Supervisors want to reduce them.
Newsom wants to give $285 million in grant money to law enforcement and district attorneys over the next three years, plus $25 million to small businesses victimized by theft. The money will be part of the proposed budget in January. The governor’s plan would also create a permanent Smash and Grab Enforcement Unit.
Schools in Santa Monica, Buena Park, Santa Clarita, and Montebello have recently received threats.
Warring prison gangs are tearing parts of the Central Valley apart.
Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux ordered evacuations for Alpaugh and the historic Black town of Allensworth on Sunday as California’s 12th atmospheric river prepared to roll in.
Yolo County will pilot a new data-driven program for resentencing reviews in the coming months.
The Governor’s Office announced the release of $1 billion in Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funds last week to aid local jurisdictions in their efforts to reduce homel
Local governments across the country are struggling to provide adequate services amid budget challenges.