State GovernmentGov. Newsom Orders End To Controversial Chokehold Training, Calls For Use Of Force Restrictions During ProtestsJune 5, 2020 | Nicole NixonCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom is directing the carotid restraint, also known as a “sleeper hold,” be immediately dropped from all state police training programs and materials
State GovernmentRacial Equity, Coronavirus, Homelessness Bills Advance To Assembly FloorJune 3, 2020 | Nicole NixonThose three big topics make up just a portion of the roughly 150 bills approved by the powerful Assembly Appropriations Committee Wednesday.
State GovernmentWhat Would ‘Systemic Change’ Look Like? California’s Black Lawmakers Have Some IdeasJune 3, 2020 | Nicole NixonProtesters are calling for police reform and systemic change in the wake of George Floyd’s killing. What is ‘systemic change’? California’s black lawmakers have a list of bills they want to pass in 2020.
Answering Questions About Vote-By-Mail In California Amid COVID-19, Attacks By TrumpJune 2, 2020 | Chris NicholsExperts say vote-by-mail doesn’t lead to widespread fraud or favor Democrats, contrary to President Donald Trump’s claims. In California, the practice includes safeguards such as signature matching.
State GovernmentDevastated Bars, Restaurants Could Renegotiate Leases Under Coronavirus BillJune 2, 2020 | Nicole NixonIt would also place a moratorium on commercial evictions while California is in a state of emergency over the coronavirus. Property owners say it would force them to shoulder the burden of the crisis.
State GovernmentNewsom: ‘The Black Community Is Not Responsible For What Is Happening’June 1, 2020 | Nicole NixonFollowing a weekend of riots and protests across California and the country, Gov. Gavin Newsom resolved to “do better” for black Californians to address systemic racism. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentState Offices Closed Due To George Floyd ProtestsJune 1, 2020 | Kris Vera-PhillipsSacramento police officers say 25 people were arrested Sunday night following weekend protests against police violence and the killing of George Floyd.
