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Sea Glass Hunting: A Hobby Revealing History and Environmental Impact

Abby Campbell and her mother's sea glass hunting hobby reveals insights into environmental processes and human impact, with recent finds in California and the Chesapeake Bay illustrating the connection between local history and sea glass characteristics.

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California Democrats to Counter Texas Redistricting Effort with Proposed Map Redraw

California Democrats will vote Thursday on a proposed constitutional amendment to temporarily redraw their congressional maps, potentially costing hundreds of millions of dollars, as a response to Texas Republicans passing a new map, mirroring President Trump's strategy.

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California's Proposition 57: Early Release of Violent Inmates Sparks Transparency Debate

California's Proposition 57, intended to incentivize inmate rehabilitation through early release credits, is criticized for releasing violent felons early due to a lack of transparency in the CDCR's credit system; the Sacramento mass shooting suspect's early release exemplifies this, prompting legis...

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Yolo County Study Reveals Higher Recidivism Rates for Zero-Dollar Bail

A Yolo County study found suspects released on zero-dollar bail during the pandemic were twice as likely to be rearrested for felonies and three times as likely for violent crimes compared to those who posted bail, highlighting the need for comprehensive bail reform with risk assessments and pretria...

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Texas House Approves Redistricting Bill, Potentially Shifting Five US House Seats to Republicans

The Texas House approved a Republican-backed electoral redistricting bill, potentially granting the GOP five more US House seats after a two-week standoff with Democrats who initially blocked the bill's passage; the bill now advances to the Texas Senate and Governor Abbott.

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Texas Redistricting: Lawmaker's Bathroom Call Ends Abruptly Amid Felony Claims

Texas Rep. Nicole Collier was forced to leave a Democratic call from a Capitol bathroom due to alleged felony charges, sparking outrage from Gov. Gavin Newsom and Sen. Cory Booker amid the passage of a Republican-backed redistricting bill accused of violating the Voting Rights Act, leading to a coun...

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California Delays Climate Reporting Guidelines Amidst Definition Disputes

California's Climate Accountability Package (SB 253 and SB 261), initially requiring climate change disclosures from large companies by 2026, faced delays due to ambiguities. Following public comment periods and workshops addressing revenue definitions and "doing business" criteria, approximately 6,...

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Obama Backs Newsom's Redistricting Plan to Counter Texas Gerrymandering

Former President Obama endorsed California Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to add Democratic seats via redistricting to counter Texas's gerrymandering efforts, potentially impacting the 2026 congressional balance; Republicans oppose the plan.

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Menendez Brothers Face Parole Hearings After Sentence Reduction

Erik and Lyle Menendez, imprisoned since 1996 for murdering their parents in their Beverly Hills home, face parole hearings this week after a May court decision reduced their sentences from life without parole to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole under California law.

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Texas Redistricting Sparks Nationwide Political Battle

The Texas House passed a Republican-backed congressional redistricting map designed to gain up to five seats, prompting California Democrats to plan a retaliatory map change, while other states weigh similar actions, all amidst the upcoming midterm elections and a close race for the congressional ma...

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Menendez Brothers' Parole Hearings Set for This Week

Erik and Lyle Menendez, convicted in 1996 for the 1989 murders of their parents, face parole hearings this week in California after their sentences were reduced; the DA opposes their release, citing continued denial of responsibility and risk to society.

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Texas Republicans Redraw Congressional Map to Favor Party in 2024 Midterms

Texas Republicans passed a new congressional map designed to boost their party's chances in the 2024 midterms, prompting a counter-effort by Democrats in California and raising concerns about partisan gerrymandering.

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