Californias

Vice President Harris Keeps Silent on California’s Proposed Stricter Criminal Laws Vote

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Washington – Vice President Kamala Harris chose not to disclose how she voted on a California ballot measure that aims to intensify the state’s criminal laws. The measure, known for proposing stricter regulations and penalties, has sparked significant debate among Californians, stirring discussions on public safety and criminal justice reform. Harris, who previously served as California’s attorney general before her election as Vice President, provided limited commentary on her personal stance regarding the measure during a routine press conference on Thursday. Her decision to withhold her vote preference aligns with a broader theme of political … Read more

Tech Giants Challenge California’s Child Safety Law, Citing Free Speech Concerns

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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — In a significant legal challenge, NetChoice, a technology trade organization that counts industry giants like Meta, Google, and X among its members, has intensified its fight against certain aspects of California’s new online safety law aimed at protecting children. The group lodged an amended complaint on Friday, seeking a halt to the enforcement of the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, arguing that it infringes on First Amendment rights. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, targets provisions of the legislation that restrict how the … Read more

Morro Bay Man Convicted for Felony Threats in Case That Could Trigger California’s Three Strikes Law

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San Luis Obispo, CA – A jury found a Morro Bay man guilty of making criminal threats, resulting in a conviction that could potentially send him to state prison for up to three years. The decision was reached this week after the accused, Eric Douglas Zentzis, was tried for threats he made against a former girlfriend over the New Year period. Prosecutors in the case argued that between December 31, 2023, and January 6, 2024, Zentzis, 45, left more than 50 voicemails laced with threats and bombarded the victim with numerous text messages that made … Read more

California’s Environmental Agenda: A Review of This Year’s Climate Action and Passed Legislation

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Sacramento, California – While California is often at the forefront of environmental legislation, this year the state’s progress on climate and environmental initiatives was notably subdued. With a few significant bills getting approval, the legislative session still fell short of the ambitious strides many environmental advocates were hoping for. This year, one of the key legislative pieces aimed at environmental conservation was aimed at phasing out certain rodenticides, known for harming wildlife. Advocates for this legislation argued that these toxins not only kill pests but also endanger a variety of animals, including predators like owls … Read more