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Los Angeles County Public Health Director Recorded Saying Schools Won’t Reopen Until “After the Election”

Posted by Leslie Eastman on September 11, 2020 44 Comments

A disturbing revelation about the political nature of pandemic policy decisions has been discovered by Los Angles area radio station KFI 640AM.

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Los Angeles Backtracks on Proposed Coronavirus Trick-or-Treat Ban

Posted by Leslie Eastman on September 11, 2020 22 Comments

Halloween is undoubtedly one of the most memorable holidays on the American calendar.

Few rituals are as cherished by parents as dressing up the kids in costumes and guiding them through the neighborhood for tricks-or-treats. Then there are the post-Halloween candy bowl raids to be enjoyed.

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/san-francisco/san-francisco-government-buildings-keep-gyms-open-crush-private-gym-owners/2357438/

San Francisco Gym Owners Furious to Learn Gyms in Govt Buildings Still Open

Posted by Mary Chastain on September 08, 2020 26 Comments

San Francisco officials have kept local gyms closed due to health concerns over the Wuhan coronavirus pandemic, causing massive hardship for gym owners. You can imagine how they felt when they found that a few city-owned gyms opened up a few months ago and allowed city employees to use the facilities.

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California legislature passes bill lowering penalties for sexual relations with minors

Posted by Leslie Eastman on September 06, 2020 25 Comments

Amid soaring temperatures, rolling blackouts, historic wildfires, and continuing pandemic lockdowns, California's legislature is being consistent in its priorities.

Black Law Students at U. San Diego Demand Classroom ‘Diversity Monitors’

Posted by Mike LaChance on September 04, 2020 6 Comments

"In addition to monitoring duties, the diversity officers would meet annually with professors and deans to go over how they could better promote diversity in the school’s instruction"...

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California DA wants law enforcement to consider looters’ ‘needs’ before charging them with looting

Posted by Leslie Eastman on September 04, 2020 46 Comments

Last week, I reported that California law enforcement had arrested several people on charges of looting. The alleged crimes occurred as firemen and homeowners had fled the state's historic wildfires.

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/pelosi-san-francisco-hair-salon-owner-calls-it-slap-in-the-face

Pelosi: My Hair Salon Violation Was A Set Up, I Was Tricked!

Posted by Kemberlee Kaye on September 02, 2020 81 Comments

This woman is something else.

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Judge Tells U. California to Prohibit Prospective Students From Submitting SAT, ACT Scores During Pandemic

Posted by Mary Chastain on September 02, 2020 7 Comments

“Nondisabled, economically advantaged and white test-takers have an inherent advantage in the testing process."...

Pelosi Caught On Video Breaking San Francisco Hair Salon Ban

Posted by Kemberlee Kaye on September 01, 2020 52 Comments

This seems like a perfect opportunity to have a discussion about "privilege." Video footage appears to show Speaker Nancy Pelosi at a shuttered San Francisco hair salon, despite local orders shuttering salons. You'll also notice that while the stylist on camera is wearing a mask, Speaker Pelosi is not.

https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2017/01/27/california-could-cut-off-feds-in-response-to-trump-threats/

California politicos move forward on plans giving reparations to African Americans

Posted by Leslie Eastman on September 01, 2020 77 Comments

A good portion of the California is on fire, many of its citizens have suffered from recent blackouts during extreme-heat conditions, and the draconian coronavirus lockdowns are killing small businesses.

Some Blue State governors are ignoring the end of CDC’s 14-day quarantine guidelines

Posted by Leslie Eastman on August 29, 2020 18 Comments

Late last week, in a move that signals that COVID-drama may be slowly be coming to a close, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) dropped its recommendation for travelers to quarantine for 14 days upon returning from trips overseas or out of state during the coronavirus pandemic.

Suspect Charged With Fatal Shooting Of UC Berkeley Student in Back of the Head

Posted by Mike LaChance on August 26, 2020 2 Comments

"Berkeleyside reported that Walker has a long rap sheet"...

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Historic California Wildfires Likely to Spread as Lightning and Wind Storms Hit Region

Posted by Leslie Eastman on August 24, 2020 28 Comments

President Donald Trump has approved a disaster declaration for California after a series of wildfires in the central and northern sections of the state have incinerated over 1 million acres.

That allows for grants that can help with temporary housing and repairs of homes, loans to help deal with loss of uninsured property, and programs meant to help both individuals and business owners recuperate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MULvDcsz6W4

Uber and Lyft continue operating in California after temporary reprieve from court

Posted by Leslie Eastman on August 23, 2020 22 Comments

California's new labor law, AB5, makes in difficult for companies to classify workers as independent contractors instead of employees who are entitled to minimum wage and benefits such as workers compensation.

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Infamous ‘Golden State Killer’ sentenced to life in prison

Posted by Leslie Eastman on August 22, 2020 19 Comments

In April 2018, we reported that investigators looking into the case of the “Golden State Killer,” believed responsible for 12 murders and 51 rapes carried out throughout California during the ’70s and ’80s, had a breakthrough. New DNA testing helped lead to the identification of a 72-year old Joseph DeAngelo as a potential suspect.

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