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San Benito County Grand Jury Urges Boost in Homeless Shelter Funding Amidst Rising Crisis

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San Benito, California – A recent report from the San Benito County Civil Grand Jury is calling for almost a doubling of annual funding for the county’s only homeless shelter, just one week after county supervisors paused additional financial support. The report highlights the critical yet inadequate role that the H.O.M.E. Resource Center plays in addressing homelessness in the area. The 19-member grand jury determined that while the shelter provides essential temporary housing and meals, it is not effectively meeting the complex needs of the local homeless population, which often includes individuals facing mental health … Read more

Robert Rivas Endorses Enhanced Legislation to Combat Rising Retail Theft in San Benito

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Sacramento, CA – In response to escalating worries about retail theft in California, Assemblymember Robert Rivas has voiced strong support for more stringent retail theft legislation. This move comes as businesses large and small have reported increased incidents, significantly affecting their operations and the state’s economy. Rivas, representing San Benito County among others, has emphasized the necessity of a multifaceted approach to combat these crimes, which not only affect store owners but also ripple through communities by increasing prices and reducing the availability of goods for consumers. Retail theft in California has notably grown in … Read more