Housing advocacy group YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) and a developer sue Simi Valley after it denies an assisted-living complex, testing a new state law designed to spur the creation of homes. And more people make their way out of the Golden State, blami…
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In California: Guinness certifies the longest-ever wheelie; Joaquin saves a cow, calf
Also, the state is again suing the Trump administration after the president signs new regulations to get more water to farmers (it had been going to fish). And learn about the role two Berkeley economists are playing in the fight over taxing the wealth…
In California: Art Laboe talks radio; candidates weigh in on Native American issues
On Valentine’s Day, take a trip down memory lane with DJ Art Laboe. Plus: Democratic presidential contenders weigh in on Native American issues. And this might be a good time to get your dog vaccinated.
In California: Nunes’ name gets dragged through the dirt, literally
GOP Rep. Devin Nunes calls a guy who apparently stole one of this campaign signs ‘homeless’ based on his appearance. Plus: 195 people are set free after testing negative for coronavirus. And the feds file suit to force the state to keep private prisons…
In California: Joaquin’s vegan lecture, a disease-tracking dog and a grieving mom
Joaquin Phoenix brought a message to milk and meat lovers, and California’s farmers had a response. Police warn of mayhem as a wave of progressive district attorneys join the ranks of traditional tough-on-crime prosecutors. And specially trained dogs a…
In California: Virginity tests could be banned; pesticides could be permitted
Plus: The feds propose green-lighting a pesticide linked to declining bee populations. Xenophobia rears its head as coronavirus spreads. And the Northern Lights are moving south.
In California: Landlords shutting people out, defying state law
Renters with Section 8 vouchers get abused. The Trump administration threatens to withhold money if the state continues requiring health care plans to provide abortions. And even as state lawmakers want them out, one private prison company thrives.
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In California: Is your Uber driver going to start charging you more?
The rideshare giant is testing a feature to let drivers set prices — and get around the new gig economy labor law. Plus: A nonprofit asks Uncle Sam to lease it land to put up tiny homes for chronically homeless people.
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In California: Making it on $8.40 an hour in a blazing housing market
How farmworkers survive on $17,500 per year living in one of the most expensive housing markets in the country. Plus: The love for Tulare’s Devin Nunes runs deep — what’s Ukraine got to do with it? And a family walk takes a terrifying turn when a mount…
In California: A deadly avalanche in Lake Tahoe; we sue Trump (again)
One person died and another was badly injured in a morning avalanche in Lake Tahoe. The state sues over President Trump’s plan to open up coastal and farming land to gas and oil extraction. And lots of chickens didn’t make it ‘cross the road.
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