Millions have lost #SNAP benefits following new eligibility rules & work requirements. In #Arizona, Rebecca Hill & her father are selling items from their storage unit to buy groceries after losing assistance; changes leaving vulnerable people without support. www.facebook.com/share/p/1EGA...

From #fraud & #price-fixing to #environmental-damage, #public-health harms, #corporate-crime can affect millions of people. Yet U.S. has no comprehensive tracking system, leaving policymakers & the public with little insight into scale of corporate misconduct. knowablemagazine.org/content/arti...

#SanFrancisco #rents are up 17% year over year, the fastest increase among major U.S. cities. Median 1-bedroom rent rose from $2,980 to $3,480. Experts cite AI & the city's housing policies as the chief causes. #California #HousingCrisis #Housing www.instagram.com/p/DaAwJdcm2-M/

(2/2) It received only 4 yes votes of the 7 needed to advance. While 3 members voted no, the key factor was 5 Democratic members who abstained. The Essex Property Trust reportedly spent ~ 60 million through California Apartment Association-linked committees to oppose rent-control. rb.gy/58jobb

Investigation of #Epstein records detail his ties to #doctors, #donations & medical #institutions raising questions about professional boundaries & whether some professionals indulged Epstein’s interests. The physicians said they were unaware of #criminal-conduct. www.youtube.com/shorts/ec2Ug...

#JohnFetterman #Pennsylvania www.facebook.com/share/p/18rb...

Prosecutors secured convictions against 3 men for a #LasVegas #criminal-conspiracy to #traffic methamphetamine & fentanyl. The scheme operated from Aug. 2022 to June 2023. Sentencing is set for Oct. 1, with penalties that could include life in prison. www.fox5vegas.com/2026/07/07/d...

In 2016, #Trump’s lawyer #MichaelCohen set up a shell company, Essential Consultants LLC to route a $130k hush-money payment to pornstar Stormy Daniels. The secret deal barred her from exposing an alleged affair right before the election, sparking a major legal scandal. tinyurl.com/5x82dm4w

A #July4 #transit breakdown brought #SanFrancisco to a standstill, with canceled #buses, stranded riders and hours of gridlock. City officials apologized & launched inquiry into cause, promising changes to better manage future large-scale events. #California www.kron4.com/news/bay-are...

#SanFrancisco launched Stop Scams #SF, an #anti-fraud initiative offering financial counseling, scam alerts & prevention resources. #Fraud is rising across #California, with older adults facing significant losses. Program operates on private funding for 3 years. www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/s...

Investigation into #ContraCosta County’s assessor’s office has expanded, with #subpoenas for records to property assessments involving major developers, a refinery & housing companies. FBI raids on current & former assessors for ongoing inquiry. #California www.mercurynews.com/2026/07/06/c...

#California #Gov. Gavin #Newsom signed an executive order directing state agencies to accelerate #transit improvements, #data standards & #funding coordination in response to federal transit budget cuts, to strengthen local bus & passenger #rail systems statewide. www.railway.supply/california-t...

A TikTok-driven 4th of July gathering in #NewportBeach escalated into widespread “takeover" chaos with fireworks in crowds, blocked roads, street fights & store looting, leading to 400+ arrests. Viral online coordination & out-of-town visitors blamed. #California www.latimes.com/california/s...

This would never fly in Philly. Punch Nazis.

A federal search warrant of ongoing investigation details racially motivated attacks near #Oceanside Pier in June 2025. 3 men who identified as “skinheads" are accused of injuring multiple victims; #hate-crime & #conspiracy charges are considered. #California www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/f...

In #California, #criminal-conspiracy needs an agreement & 1 overt act toward a crime. Penalties can equal actual offense even if incomplete. Prosecutors favor because it simplifies proof, allows hearsay exceptions, expands liability to co-conspirator actions. www.lbcrimlaw.com/practice-are...

New Mexico residents say their names used without permission to support Project Jupiter data center Letters supporting project appeared on state comment portal after Project Jupiter canvassers approached residents in at least three NM cities. sourcenm.com/2026/06/30/n...

#Redwood City Council declined to adopt a #rent-control & #tenant protection measure directly, sought more analysis & certified ~4,751 signatures to move it to Nov. 3 ballot. The proposal includes rent caps, rollback, eviction rules with admin costs. #California padailypost.com/2026/05/24/r...

#NewYork City has enacted a major rent freeze covering 2M+ tenants under Mayor Zohran #Mamdani, followed by a growing national push for #rent-control; activists in #Massachusetts & #California trying to expand similar policies, despite landlord opposition. theweek.com/politics/mam...

Tri-City Herald cites police records of investigation into Washington State Senate candidate Gabe Galbraith & #GOP aide Benson Behen allegedly working with Trevor Delorme to surveil Sen. Nikki Torres’ family; citing photos & $80 gas payment, case ongoing. www.tri-cityherald.com/news/politic...

#Colorado #Democrats' #primary signaled a sharp left shift, with #progressive candidates scoring wins. Melat Kiros defeated longtime Rep. Diana DeGette, AG Phil Weiser beat Sen. Michael Bennet. Anti-establishment energy & young voter turnout reshaped the results. www.axios.com/local/denver...

Rents in #SanFrancisco have hit a record high, with 1 bedroom apartments averaging $4,000 a month; increase underscores ongoing #housing affordability challenges driven by demand, limited supply, and weakened #rent-control. #California www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/s...

Trump has money for endless wars, luxury palaces, and tax breaks for billionaires, but he’s blocking a bipartisan bill that would actually help families keep a roof over their heads. He’s choosing greed and power over our homes and our kids’ futures. #SaveHousingFromTrump

A #Salinas #animal-rescue Pawdyguard Rescue ’s July 4th fireworks booth was vandalized amid online criticism over nonprofit selling "safe & sane" fireworks for necessary funding; rescue relies on donations, volunteers often pay for supplies themselves. #California www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLE3...

Defendant in $65M #elder-fraud ring pleaded guilty in #SanDiego. They impersonated tech support, bank, or government officials, tricking seniors into mailing cash to short-term rentals. 30+ charged; YouTube scam videos helped investigators; Wang handled 2,000+ packages. patch.com/california/s...

#SanDiego’s Measure A, a tax on vacant 2nd homes, narrowly failed. It won in younger, renter-heavy neighborhoods but lost in many homeowner areas. Opponents outspent supporters 4-to-1; many voters said distrust of City Hall & budgeting drove opposition. www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/07/03/s...

#SanDiego City Council President Joe LaCava said repeated absences by Jennifer Campbell, Marni von Wilpert and Raul Campillo complicated #budget deliberations, at times threatening quorum as the city worked to close a $118 million budget deficit. #California voiceofsandiego.org/2026/06/01/c...

#California's 2025 #HateCrime Report found anti-Muslim hate crime events rose 58% (24 to 38) despite an overall decline in religiously motivated hate crimes. CAIR-CA said the findings reflect its own data and called for stronger efforts to combat hate. www.cair.com/press_releas...

Milwaukee #landlord Sam Stair, who was jailed on drug, conspiracy & money laundering charges, handed mgt of his 150 properties to firm; faces court receivership stripping him of rental income during criminal case; he faces mandatory minimum of 10 years - to life if convicted. tinyurl.com/39fxme2c

Drawing on examples from George III, George Washington #GeorgeSantos, prediction markets & historical comparisons, article argues America’s constitutional system was built to prevent #corruption by limiting centralized power - remains relevant today. www.daytondailynews.com/local/opinio...

Homelessness in the #BayArea is hitting cities harder than suburbs, according to a regional analysis. Factors include soaring urban #housing costs, poverty, enforcement differences, and where support services are located. #California #HousingCrisis www.mercurynews.com/2026/07/02/w...

Officials in #Avenal #California refusing to step aside after a voter recall, leading to chaotic council meetings & police involvement. The situation tied to a controversial fire service decision, is now heading to court over whether the recall was properly conducted. www.yahoo.com/news/politic...

#MelatKiros, a democratic socialist, unseated 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette in #Colorado’s #Democratic #primary in #Denver. Her campaign, backed by #BernieSanders and #progressive groups, signals a shift toward the party’s left wing. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

#Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a reset of the King County Regional #Homelessness Authority after audits found $13M #mismanaged-funds & a $45M deficit. Plan tightens oversight, shifts contracts back to city/county, and keeps core services running. mynorthwest.com/mynorthwest-...

#California law bans "sell by" food labels, requiring only "best if used by" (quality) & "use by" (safety) to reduce confusion & food waste. Author Jacqui Irwin says it standardizes labels; signed under Gov. Gavin #Newsom, aimed at cutting billions of meals of #waste. thehill.com/homenews/sta...

As #California’s #return-to-office mandate took effect, state workers flooded #Sacramento offices & protested. The policy increases in-person work to 4 days weekly, prompting #union disputes & concerns over #childcare, parking & commuting conditions. www.capradio.org/articles/202...

#OrangeCounty’s Earl Decastro 47, faces involuntary #manslaughter charges after firing illegal fireworks at a 2025 July 4 party in Buena Park. A malfunctioning $400 fireworks "cake” fired off mortars at guests killing 8-year-old Jasmine Nguyen. #California ktla.com/news/califor...

Gang #witness-intimidation undermines justice through #intimidation, #stalking, staring, anonymous calls, vandalism. Victims often live near gang members, making cooperation risky. High bail, protecting witness identities & aggressive prosecution of intimidators recommended. tinyurl.com/5x8mhvvr

#WarrenBuffett has reportedly paused his annual donation to the #GatesFoundation while awaiting an independent review of the foundation's ties to Jeffrey #Epstein. Buffett has not commented publicly, and the foundation says the review is ongoing. fortune.com/2026/06/30/w...

One year after #Trump #GOP #healthcare cuts, over 8 million have lost coverage; premiums have increased, 1,000+ hospitals, #clinics & #nursing homes have closed, cut services, or are at risk, including 400+ #hospitals. Largest coverage losses still to come. www.protectourcare.org/fact-sheet-o...

Analysis of recent hate-crime shooting at a #SanDiego mosque by 2 online-radicalized gunmen who killed 3 people & then themselves, emphasizes internet-driven extremist ideology, weakly connected warning signs, missed interventions & the risk of copycat "saint culture” violence. tinyurl.com/4kmapkdt

Prosecution rested their case in Larry Millete’s #murder trial after presenting #timeline tying cell data messages, #surveillance to Maya Millete’s '21 disappearance. Evidence included Larry’s desperate messages to a "spellcaster" as his wife looked to leave him. www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/m...

New report finds #vehicle #pollution is linked to about 1 death & 1 new pediatric asthma case per day in #SanDiego County. Heavy-duty #trucks and freight activity are cited as major contributors. #California www.kpbs.org/news/environ...

Former #California gubernatorial candidate Steven Cloobeck was arrested on #felony #WitnessTampering charges for trying to influence witnesses in a #burglary / #extortion case involving his fiancée, an #OnlyFans model accused of stealing from clients. #Intimidation www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH7f...

An #Idaho couple, Jonathan & Jolene Harms, were found guilty of 120+ counts of felony stalking in #AdaCounty after sending a 277-page "stalk list" manifesto to thousands. They face over 200 years in prison. Sentencing July 20. #CrunchFitness #EssexProperties www.ktvb.com/video/news/l...

A man died in a Friday encampment fire near Logan Ave & 45th St in #Southcrest. Officers found a sidewalk fire and a severely burned man who later died in hospital. Investigators say it was intentionally set and possibly targeted; suspect fled the scene. #SanDiego fox5sandiego.com/news/local-n...

“If we lose, people might investigate us" is a helluva campaign pitch for "innocent" politicians.

A #stalker received 2 consecutive #life-sentences for posing as an #Amazon driver & attacking a Salinas woman he had become obsessed with online. He forced his way into her home, but she and her boyfriend fought him off until police arrived. #California #PublicSafety www.sfgate.com/bayarea/arti...