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Newsom Tries to Unify California's Disjointed Homelessness Solutions
Season 2025
Episode 452
Clearing homeless camps is complex and responses differ widely. Some cities ban encampments with varying notice and storage rules. The next state funding round in 2026–27 will require local encampment policies. Court settlements in places like San Diego and San Bernardino can set binding rules. Smaller cities may lack incentives.
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Prop 5 would lower the voter approval needed for affordable housing bonds from two-thirds to 55%.
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A new proposition aims to remove an outdated same-sex marriage ban from California's constitution.
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A proposition could raise $10 billion to fix and update California schools.
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New legislation delays pollution control requirements for oil wells near homes.
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A new audit reveals gaps in California's community college transfer system.
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UC campuses face criticism over inconsistent protest policies and enforcement.
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CA warns that for-profit schools are often leaving students in debt with no job.
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A new bill aims to bring voting access to California's jails.
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Inland California cities face increasing extreme heat risks due to climate change.
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Community land trusts are expanding to preserve affordable housing in California.
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The CA Supreme Court has upholds Prop 22, keeping gig workers as independent contractors.
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California legislature passes a bill banning legacy admissions in private colleges.