SACRAMENTO — California would likely lose money and face insurmountable federal hurdles if it tried to create a state-backed bank for the marijuana industry, according to a report released Thursday by the state treasurer. The report puts an end for now to hopes California could find a way to get...
Suspect in Slaying of Police Officer Ronil Singh Reportedly Captured
The suspect wanted in the shooting death of Newman police officer Ronil Singh was captured in Bakersfield early Friday morning, according to a Twitter post from a Turlock congressional candidate and veterinarian. “Great News..... The fugitive wanted in connection with murder of Newman, CA Police Officer Ronil Singh has been...
Sheriff: California Officer’s Killer Is in US Illegally
SAN FRANCISCO — A gunman suspected of killing a Northern California police officer who pulled him over to investigate if he was driving drunk is in the country illegally, authorities said Thursday. Stanislaus County Sheriff Adam Christianson said detectives identified the suspect in the slaying of Cpl. Ronil Singh of...
California Moves Up Primary, Wants Bigger Impact in 2020
Go west, 2020 presidential candidates? Early voting in California's primary will overlap with the traditional early nominating contests in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina. That could force the sprawling field of Democrats to navigate those states as well as California's notoriously complex landscape, where campaigning is done through...
Suspect's Truck Found in Slaying of Veteran Valley Police Officer
Authorities launched a manhunt Wednesday after they said a gunman shot and killed a police officer during a traffic stop in the Stanislaus County town of Newman. In an alert, the California Highway Patrol said the suspect, whose name was not known, is considered to be armed and dangerous. By...
Fresno County Will Lead Effort to Improve California Math Scores
The Fresno County Superintendent of Schools has been entrusted with helping young learners throughout California sharpen their math skills. Along with that responsibility comes a newly awarded $11.2 million California Statewide Early Math Initiative grant. "Our county decided to seek the grant because we are aware we are underperforming in state...
Brown Orders New DNA Testing in Old Murder Case
SACRAMENTO — California Gov. Jerry Brown ordered new DNA tests that a condemned inmate says could clear him in a 35-year-old quadruple murder case, which has drawn national attention. On Monday, Brown ordered tests of four pieces of evidence that Kevin Cooper and his attorneys say will show he was...
Search Underway for Killer of Veteran Valley Police Officer
Authorities launched a manhunt Wednesday after they said a gunman shot and killed a police officer during a traffic stop in the Stanislaus County town of Newman. In an alert, the California Highway Patrol said the suspect, whose name was not known, is considered to be armed and dangerous. Suspect...
Are You a Californian Looking for a New Year’s Resolution?
You might be thinking about giving up sweets or going to the gym more. But, for the good of your state, the best thing you could do is swear off this phrase: “We want to protect the character of the community.” The expressed desire to defend community character is a...
My Turn: Peace in California’s Water Wars Is Within Grasp
Dare we say it? The outlines of a truce in California’s unending water battles began to come into focus last week, though not everyone is willing to sign the treaty. The State Water Board adopted the first phase of a far-reaching revision to the Water Quality Control Plan for the...