Officers used force against people perceived as Black at 2.6 times the rate of individuals perceived as White
Among the new laws are protections for workers, measures to increase affordable housing, expand voter access & create a more inclusive state
The laws take effect January 1, 2022, unless otherwise noted
The California Highway Patrol would also coordinate with local law enforcement to target organized retail and auto theft
The fire erupted in the Santa Ynez Mountains during high winds on Oct. 11. The cause remains under investigation
A stretch of the101 freeway remained closed both directions Thursday due to the Alisal Fire in Santa Barbara County
101 will remain closed from Winchester Canyon Road to Pacific Coast Highway State Route-1, while fire crews use it as a man-made fire break
The CHP said 101 was was forced to close indefinitely between Pacific Coast Highway at Gaviota State Park and Cathedral Oaks Road in Goleta
Brome sued CHP alleging that the pattern of discrimination and anti-gay harassment violates California’s Fair Housing and Employment Act
Suspects both are expected to be arraigned at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Orange County Superior Court in Santa Ana / UPDATED STORY/