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A federal judge in Los Angeles blocked the Department of Homeland Security from conducting immigration stops based solely on race, language, or occupation, while mandating immediate legal counsel access for detainees. Mayor Karen Bass stated the ruling supports claims of warrantless raids by federal agents.
Former Rohnert Park police officer Joseph Huffaker was convicted of conspiracy and extortion after illegally stopping drivers on Highway 101 to steal cannabis and cash. The federal jury delivered a unanimous verdict after just 90 minutes of deliberation, and Huffaker faces up to 20 years in prison. Sentencing is set for October 15.
Tenzing, a 12-year-old male red panda at the San Francisco Zoo, died from a parasitic infection known as sarcocystosis. He was a beloved ambassador for his species, contributing to conservation efforts and raising awareness about the endangered red panda population. Zoo officials expressed deep sorrow over his passing, emphasizing his impact on wildlife conservation.
Santa Clara County leaders are considering reviving a zero cash bail policy to reduce jail populations, which have risen since the pandemic bail policy ended. Public safety discussions highlighted the impact on low-level offenses, while local officials remain divided on the policy's implications.
Caltrans invites public input on design themes for a major I-5 bridge replacement project in Stockton. A survey, open until October 8, seeks feedback on three proposed aesthetics, reflecting local community values. The project aims to address structural deficiencies and improve safety for commercial vehicles.
Oakland's civil grand jury reported that the city issued hundreds of parking tickets to abandoned vehicles that were reported stolen, compounding the distress for victims. The jury highlighted that in fiscal year 2023-24, Oakland collected $14.2 million in parking fines, while thousands of stolen vehicles received tickets, suggesting a need for better enforcement practices.
The "Southern Exposure: Emerged Under Covers" art exhibition will take place from July 12 to July 13, 2025, in San Francisco. This event showcases installation art and sculpture, highlighting contemporary artistic expressions. Attendees can explore the intersection of art and culture at the venue located at 3030 20th Street.
A one-alarm fire in a Richmond single-family home resulted in one tenant's death and minor injuries to a firefighter on Friday afternoon. Firefighters contained the blaze within 20 minutes but discovered a victim who was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Campbell's annual summer concert series returns after a one-year hiatus due to downtown construction, beginning July 10 at Orchard City Green. The free concerts typically attract 1,500 to 2,000 attendees and are expected to boost local businesses. Organizers believe the event will enhance community spirit and economic activity in the area.
A UC Berkeley professor, Przemyslaw Jeziorski, was shot multiple times in Agia Paraskevi, Greece, on July 4, and died from his injuries. Authorities are investigating the possibility of a targeted hit, as the shooter remains at large. Jeziorski, a Polish economist and associate professor, was in Greece for a custody dispute involving his children.