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Homeless and foster youth are suspended at disproportionate rates in California Schools
When children are disciplined in schools, a common outcome is being sent home on suspension; a recent study looks into how this affects homeless and foster youth.
California leads the way to a 28th amendment for gun safety
In June, Governor Gavin Newsom proposed a 28th amendment to the constitution in regard to gun safety.
Q&A: Traco Matthews is appointed to California’s Racial Equity Commission
Governor Gavin Newsom announced his appointments to the first Racial Equity Commission for the State. Among his appointments is Bakersfield’s local, Traco Matthews.
California Department of Technology launches survey to identify equity barriers in the digital divide
In an effort to understand and address equity barriers in a digital environment, the California Department of Technology launched an online survey.
Central Valley community members travel to California State Capitol for Equity on the Mall event
On Wednesday, April 26th, Californians from the Central Valley region gathered on the California State Capitol lawn to advocate for issues affecting the valley as part of the 2023 Equity on the Mall event.
California Tax extension until October 16 for areas affected by the storms
In response to the winter storms in California in January Gavin Newsom announced a tax relief for Californians affected by the weather.
California Mandela Campaign launches to fight against solitary confinement
Immigrant Defense Advocates and other organizations launched their California Mandela Campaign to support the California Mandela Act and end solitary confinement in California.
California enters state of emergency due to extreme heat
As of August 31, California is in a “state of emergency” due to extreme heat according to Governor Gavin Newsom’s office.
Governor Gavin Newsom announces plan to address youth mental health
Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his “Master Plan for Kids Mental Health” on Thursday. The plan is in response to increased depression and suicide rates in California children.
Monkeypox: What you need to know and how to stay safe
Monkeypox is a rare disease that is caused by the monkeypox virus and has symptoms similar to smallpox.