Mission Viejo leaders took a stand against a California bill that would prohibit local school boards from banning curriculum, textbooks, and instructional material without state approval—and would also create new requirements for “diversity and inclusiveness” in school textbooks and other materials. A resolution to oppose state Assembly Bill 1078, was introduced by Councilmember Wendy Bucknam…
California City Leaders Oppose State Control Over Local School Districts’ Curriculum Removal
May 4, 2023
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California Bill Creating Information Campaign for Pregnancy Clinics Moves Forward
The California State Assembly Health Committee approved a bill 11–4 on April 25 that would create a public awareness campaign about the services provided by pregnancy centers. According to the bill’s author Pilar Schiavo (D-Santa Clarita), it intends to expose “fake” crisis pregnancy centers by informing the public about the services they provide. Schiavo claims…
Anaheim Dance Studio Owner Arrested on Sexual Assault Allegations
May 4, 2023
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ANAHEIM, Calif.—The owner and operator of an Anaheim dance studio has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting several girls at the studio, police said May 3. The allegations against Mark Chavarria came to light after several girls between the ages of 12 and 14 reported multiple sexual assaults at the Chavarria Institute of the…
20-Person Brawl at Laguna Beach Hotels Prompt Forced Closure by City
May 4, 2023
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LAGUNA BEACH, Calif.—Laguna Beach officials shut down two hotels after several scuffles involving armed security guards over a civil dispute, officials said May 3. City Manager Shohreh Dupuis ordered the closing of hotels 14 West and Hotel Laguna on Tuesday after police were called there three times throughout the day. Police responded to trespassing claims…
San Francisco Prosecutors Will Not Pursue Charges Against Walgreens Security Guard in Fatal Shooting
The San Francisco District Attorney has announced that murder charges will not be filed against a Walgreens security guard in a fatal shooting that happened at a downtown San Francisco Walgreens. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced on Twitter on the evening of May 1: “The killing of Banko Brown was a tragedy & my heart…
Midwest Rents on the Rise, While California Sees Rents Dip After 2 Years
For the first time in two years, high-priced California rentals have undergone a slight decline, while markets in the Midwest are experiencing an increase in monthly rentals. Realtor.com’s March rental report indicates 14 markets in California have seen year-over-year declines, including Riverside-San Bernardino at -5.3 percent, Sacramento at -2.1 percent, and San Francisco and Los…
San Diego Passes Tenant Protection Ordinance Despite Landlord Disapproval
May 3, 2023
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The San Diego City Council passed an ordinance 8–1 further protecting renter’s rights April 25, despite hours of public comment from landlords in opposition. Councilwoman Jennifer Campbell was the one dissenter. Now, tenants must be given 30 to 60 days’ notice before an eviction if the termination of their lease is by no cause of…
California Legislators Advance Bill to Raise Teacher, School Staff Pay by 50 Percent
May 3, 2023
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California legislators advanced a bill May 1 that would give teachers and other school staff a 50 percent pay raise by 2030 amid the state’s ongoing teacher shortage. Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance) said he introduced the bill—AB 938—to not only retain current teachers but to also attract more young people to the profession, which has…
An Orange County Streetcar Named Disaster
May 3, 2023
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Commentary Why are so many still fascinated with implementing 19th century rail technology in the 21st century’s public transportation strategies? Using a streetcar for transit? Who is kidding who? Why is Orange County trying to build a streetcar in Santa Ana, California? My recollection from serving on the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board, while…
California State Senator, Congressional Candidate Arrested for Drunk Driving
May 3, 2023
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California State Sen. Dave Min, a Democrat from Irvine, was arrested for driving under the influence in Sacramento on May 2 and released the next morning. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed Min’s arrest to The Epoch Times. According to the CHP’s report, officers stopped Min’s Toyota Camry at 10:51 p.m. for not having headlights…
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