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Israel’s attacks on Gaza have lasted over 200 days and the devastation can be seen around the world. As the war continues, families in the U.S. with Palestinian roots are having to watch the destruction from afar. Many are leaning into their traditions.
Reporter: Esther Quintanilla, KVPR
 
A controversial California housing law is unconstitutional, according to a superior court judge who made the ruling this week. Senate Bill 9 lets homeowners in single family neighborhoods split their lot and build two new homes on each.
Reporter: Erin Baldassari, KQED 
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Battle lines are being drawn in what could be a huge fight over taxes in California this November. Those fights are playing out on the ballot and in court. The state could be headed for another “tax revolt” like the one that ushered in Proposition 13.
Reporter: Nicole Nixon, CapRadio

California lawmakers have reintroduced a bill that would make workers on strike for more than two weeks eligible for unemployment insurance benefits.
Reporter: Farida Jhabvala Romero, KQED  
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For many Californians, the idea of High Speed Rail becoming a reality, is well just an idea. But in Fresno, where one of the first stations will be built, some residents see the rail system as a lifeline.
Reporter: Madi Bolanos, The California Report

Cal Poly Humboldt has shut down its campus, after students occupied a building on campus. And a protest encampment continues to grow at UC Berkeley, as students voice their concerns about the war in Gaza, and universities investing in companies that benefit Israel.
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For many young parents in Los Angeles, buying a home with enough space for kids is out of reach, and so is renting a family-sized apartment. The makes life challenging for those young couples.
Reporter: David Wagner, LAist

On Monday, a case about homelessness from Grants Pass in Southern Oregon was argued before the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court is expected to rule before the term ends in June.
Reporter: Jane Vaughan, Jefferson Public Radio 

A San Francisco lawmaker's bill to allow police to ticket scofflaw robotaxis has passed its first test in the state Legislature.
Reporter: Dan Brekke, KQED  
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The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Monday in a case that could have major implications for how cities across the country approach homelessness. This case is called City of Grants Pass, Oregon versus Gloria Johnson. It hinges on whether a local government can issue fines and jail people for camping on public property when there isn't enough shelter available.
Reporter: Vanessa Rancano, KQED

A proposed state ballot measure to require schools to notify parents if their child is transgender will continue to go by a title supporters say is inaccurate and biased. 
Reporter: Madison Aument, KVCR

State prison officials are increasing pay for tens of thousands of incarcerated workers. But most will still be earning less than one dollar an hour.
Reporter: Farida Jhabvala Romero, KQED

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LA Woodshop is a woodworking school and maker space in Los Angeles. It offers classes, bench space, custom furniture, and an events space, for both novice and experienced woodworkers.
Reporter: Saul Gonzalez, The California Report

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced plans to crack down on cities that don’t make progress towards reducing homelessness — this on the heels of a scathing audit that found the state doesn’t know where billions in spending is going. Newsom said he plans to establish a new team that will oversee how local communities use homelessness funding.
Reporter: Vanessa Rancano, KQED
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