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* State by State: Dedicated sections for California, Oregon, and Washington.
* Politics & Policy: Deep dives into legislation, statehouse drama, and elections.
* Investigations: Long-form, data-driven journalism on pressing regional issues.
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DOJ Investigation Escalates: Federal Sex Crime Charges Filed Against Two More FCI Dublin Officers, Total Reaches Ten
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DOJ Investigation Escalates: Federal Sex Crime Charges Filed Against Two More FCI Dublin Officers, Total Reaches Ten

Priyank anair 9 months ago 0

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the filing of sex crime charges against two additional officers employed at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Dublin...

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FCI Dublin Sex Abuse Probe: DOJ Charges Two More Officers, Total Reaches Record 10 for a US Federal Prison
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FCI Dublin Sex Abuse Probe: DOJ Charges Two More Officers, Total Reaches Record 10 for a US Federal Prison

Sasha Martinez 9 months ago 0

The Department of Justice announced on Thursday, June 26, 2025, that two former correctional officers at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Dublin, California, have been...

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Harbor Fire Ignites in Marin County; Official Update Released Amid Response Efforts
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Harbor Fire Ignites in Marin County; Official Update Released Amid Response Efforts

Maisie Rivers 9 months ago 0

MARIN COUNTY, Calif. – A wildfire, officially designated the Harbor Fire, erupted in Marin County, California, prompting immediate response efforts from local and regional agencies. The...

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Man Critically Injured in Officer Involved Shooting in Makaha, Hawaii
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Man Critically Injured in Officer-Involved Shooting in Makaha, Hawaii

Leeanne Perez 9 months ago 0

MAKAHA, HAWAII – An officer-involved shooting on Tuesday afternoon, June 24, in the Makaha area of Oahu’s west side has left a 37-year-old man in critical...

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California Marine Veteran Reacts as Federal Agents Detain Father on Video, Labels Incident an 'Attack'
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California Marine Veteran Reacts as Federal Agents Detain Father on Video, Labels Incident an ‘Attack’

Keiko Matsuda 9 months ago 0

California Marine Veteran Witnesses Father’s Detention A Marine veteran based in California has reportedly witnessed a video depicting the detention of his father by federal agents,...

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Cleveland Guardians Secure Shutout Victory Over Athletics, Conclude West Coast Trip with 4 5 Record
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Cleveland Guardians Secure Shutout Victory Over Athletics, Conclude West Coast Trip with 4-5 Record

Jorge Salcido 9 months ago 0

West Sacramento, California – The Cleveland Guardians concluded their extended nine-game West Coast road swing on Sunday with a decisive 3-0 victory over the Athletics in...

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Portland Man Charged Federally in Alleged Assault Near South Portland ICE Facility
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Portland Man Charged Federally in Alleged Assault Near South Portland ICE Facility

Donovan Blake 9 months ago 0

A Portland man made an initial appearance in federal court on Friday, June 20, 2025, facing a federal felony charge stemming from an incident near a...

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Federal Immigration Enforcement Intensifies Across Los Angeles Area: Six Detained in Pasadena Amidst Regional Raids, Community Backlash
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Federal Immigration Enforcement Intensifies Across Los Angeles Area: Six Detained in Pasadena Amidst Regional Raids, Community Backlash

Leeanne Perez 9 months ago 0

Pasadena, CA – Federal immigration agents conducted enforcement actions in Pasadena on Wednesday, June 18, during which a local nonprofit organization reported that at least six...

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California Launches Major Probe into State Farm's Wildfire Claim Handling After Palisades, Eaton Blazes
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California Launches Major Probe into State Farm’s Wildfire Claim Handling After Palisades, Eaton Blazes

evan Park 9 months ago 0

California Investigates State Farm Over Fire Claims Sacramento, California – June 12, 2025 – California’s top insurance regulator has initiated a formal investigation into State Farm...

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California Launches Sweeping Antitrust Probe into InnovateTech's App Store Dominance
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California Launches Sweeping Antitrust Probe into InnovateTech’s App Store Dominance

Donovan Blake 9 months ago 0

California Attorney General Initiates Major Antitrust Investigation into InnovateTech’s App Store Practices SACRAMENTO, CA – California Attorney General Alex Lee announced on June 10, 2025, the...

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