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Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Drug problem requiresmyriad solutionsRe: “Should California throw the book at drug dealers?” (Page A1, May 6).I agree with many of the points made in this article. I also believe that rehabilitation is an important and helpful tool for helping those affected by this crisis. I also believe that understanding the dangers and educating the public of the risks and dangers through school programs is very important.I do not know whether legal supervised drug use should be illegal, I think that we can only find out by trying it out. It seems to be a possible solution, sacrificing widespread drug usage for a lower number of overdoses.With public knowledge about drugs, I hope we will be able to reduce drug usage among all people in America.Wilson PetersenSanta ClaraClinton didn’t do stateor nation any favorsIn “Clinton turned California blue and changed American politics” (Page A6, June 7) Mark ...

More than 15 Northern California County Fairs you can still catch in 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

Fair season is an exceptionally fun time of the year. From the screams of riders and rodeo-goers, to the music pounding from the stage and the aroma of food wafting through the grounds, every aspect of the fair delights and amuses the senses. If you love the thrill of these festivities, check out this roundup of upcoming 2023 Northern California fairs.Alameda County Fair: June 16-July 9, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. The Alameda County Fair boasts 19 days of fair favorites, including carnival rides, concerts and cooking demos, plus livestock shows and exhibits. $0-18 admission, rides and concerts priced separately. annual.alamedacountyfair.com/PLEASANTON, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 22: Visitors ride the Wave Swinger on the first day of the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton, Calif., on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021. (Anda Chu/Bay Area News Group) Marin County Fair: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. June 30-July 4, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. With the theme “Electrifying,” this ...

2 men wrongfully convicted of Oakland murder file lawsuit

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

(KRON) -- A broke homeless woman was paid $30,000 to testify about an Oakland slaying she never witnessed. An allegedly rogue detective was bent on closing a case, with or without real evidence. Two young men were sentenced to serve life in prison for a murder they did not commit. A homicide victim was denied justice because the real killer was never caught. Three children grew up without a father in their life. This stark picture was painted in a federal civil rights lawsuit that was filed Thursday for Giovante Douglas and Cartier Hunter against the Oakland Police Department. The two Bay Area natives served nearly a decade in maximum security prisons before their convictions were overturned and their freedom was granted. At a news conference held outside the Oakland courthouse Thursday, civil rights attorney Adanté Pointer told reporters, "Imagine being sentenced to life, to serve the rest of your natural life behind bars, for something you did not do?" Cartier Hunter holds his son...

A's fans to protest proposed Vegas move by organizing 'reverse boycott'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) — Die-hard Oakland A's fans are organizing a reverse boycott at the Oakland Coliseum next Tuesday, July 13 to protest efforts to move the team to Las Vegas, according to a Twitter page called Oakland Rooted. The group is fighting to keep the A's in Oakland. On April 13 the fans decided to organize the "HERE WE ARE" reverse boycott for the game on Tuesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Nevada revisits Oakland Athletics stadium plan in special legislative session They asked loyal A's fans to join them at the Coliseum with signs and shirts to express their frustration with ownership. Oakland Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan expressed support for the protest in a post on Twitter. "Thank you to the fans and all those helping to organize the #ReverseBoycott to come to the Coliseum on June 13 and show up with respect for ourselves and for one another." Kaplan also mentioned staying in Oakland and building a new stadium would be much cheaper than relocating the team ...

Dispute erupts over a section of Kentucky’s transgender law that hinges on one word

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A new dispute has erupted over Kentucky’s sweeping transgender law, revolving around one word in a section banning sex education topics — including sexual orientation — from discussion in classrooms.The measure’s top Republican sponsor pushed back this week over how the Kentucky Department of Education has interpreted the provisions in offering guidance to school districts statewide.It’s part of a far-reaching measure passed this year to regulate some of the most personal aspects of life for transgender youth in Kentucky — from banning access to gender-affirming health care to restricting the bathrooms they can use at school. The ban on gender-affirming care has drawn a court challenge.The latest dispute boils down to a single word choice by lawmakers. They used “or” rather than “and” in the sex education section — leading to big implications over how it’s interpreted.As a result, districts can choose one of two bans in the section, acco...

Trump says he's been indicted in classified documents probe

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

Former President Donald Trump said Thursday that his legal team has been told he's been indicted in an investigation into his handling of classified documents.Trump posted on Truth Social that he has been summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on Tuesday afternoon.“I never thought it possible that such a thing could happen to a former President of the United States, who received far more votes than any sitting President in the History of our Country, and is currently leading, by far, all Candidates, both Democrat and Republican, in Polls of the 2024 Presidential Election. I AM AN INNOCENT MAN!” Trump wrote on the social media platform.“This is indeed a DARK DAY for the United States of America. We are a Country in serious and rapid Decline, but together we will Make America Great Again!” he added.Special counsel Jack Smith has been overseeing the investigation into Trump’s handling of classified documents since he was appointed to the role in November.Trump’s attorneys met ear...

Who's moving to Colorado? Yes, it's Californians and Texans

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — New U.S. Census Bureau data adds the latest to a long-observed pattern.The U.S. had a largescale population shift during the pandemic, which impacted Colorado in particular as a destination market for those looking for outdoor access in an era of lockdowns."More people moved across state lines in 2021 than in 2019, many to and from highly populated and neighboring states," according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates released Thursday. "Nearly 7.9 million people in the United States moved between states in 2021, up from almost 7.4 million in 2019. People moving between states made up 18.8% of all movers in 2021, compared to 16.7% of all movers in 2019." Yes, it is Californians that made Colorado so unaffordable The same holds true for Colorado. There were 198,448 people who moved into the state in 2021, more than any year back to 2010. In 2019, 195,737 people moved into Colorado from other states. It is indeed California and Texas that exported the most people into th...

The 10 bills Gov. Jared Polis vetoed this year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The legislative session wrapped up on May 8, and since then, Gov. Jared Polis has been busy signing the bills passed by the General Assembly this year.However, not all the bills passed will end up becoming law. There were 10 bills vetoed by the governor for various reasons. The vetoed bills cover a wide array of topics from wolf reintroduction to cash tips.Deceptive event ticket sales amendment In a letter explaining his veto of Senate Bill 23-060, "Concerning Consumer Protections in Event Ticket Sales," Polis said the bill, which was originally aimed to bolster consumer protections, had significant problems that could have harmed consumers. Polis vetoes deceptive event ticket sales bill He agreed that the bill had a number of features that he supported, and asked the bill's sponsors to work with advocacy groups to draft future legislation that is "unambiguously pro-consumer."Right of first refusal for affordable housingHouse Bill 23-1190, "Affordable Housing Righ...

Polis responds to property tax plan critics

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A proposal to lower property tax increases across Colorado is facing resistance in the courts. Gov. Jared Polis joined "Colorado Point of View" this week to talk about it.Twelve counties joined Advance Colorado in a lawsuit over the wording of Gov. Jared Polis' and lawmakers' proposal, arguing it’s unconstitutional because it does not have a clear title and focuses on multiple issues instead of a single subject. You may be eligible for Colorado’s property tax deferral program Democrats argue the plan would save property taxpayers an average of around $1,100 over the next two years, but opponents say it would likely only be a couple hundred dollars.The proposal will only become law if voters approve Proposition HH this fall. The measure looks to do a number of things, including using TABOR refunds to backfill the losses for certain county services, including school and fire districts. Douglas County is part of the lawsuit against the state. Lora Thomas, District 3 c...

Cowboy action shooting a 'big draw'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:34:56 GMT

BYERS, Colo. (KDVR) — There are a lot of ways to experience the Colorado outdoors. But how about going back in time to the Old West? Well, you can. Sort of.It is called cowboy action shooting, and it is for lovers of Old West history. They learn to shoot Western-style firearms. But it ain’t just about shootin’.Bill Hall, alias Sweetwater Bill, has lived in Colorado for 62 years. In ‘86, that would be 1986, he and a few others decided to travel back to the Old West. They founded the Sand Creek Raiders. “Well, a couple of guys knew how to do cowboy action shooting and they said, ‘Hey, this is fun.’ So I went and watched and I was hooked,“ said Hall. Outdoor Colorado: Sanctuary last hope for many wild animals Cowboy action shooting has been around for 49 years. “Everyone starts thinking of competition, and then they start history. They start authentic clothes, authentic guns, authentic holsters, and they watch every cowboy movie that’s ever been made," said Hall.The first thing you w...