University of California regents agreed Thursday to delay a vote on limits to what faculty and others can post on university channels until March. Among those speaking out against the proposal is Christine Hong, a professor of critical race and ethnic studies at UC Santa Cruz.
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Approaching Bay Area deadline a ‘test case’ for California’s housing crisis
On Jan. 31, dozens of cities and counties are expected to convert thousands of suburban-style tracts into apartment-ready parcels. Will the state hold them to it?
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Cal State faculty ends strike after reaching a tentative contract agreement
California State University faculty agreed to a 5% raise Monday night after months of negotiations, ending what would have been a weeklong strike at the nation’s largest four-year public university system.
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350,000 Californians are now on the FAIR Plan, the last resort for fire insurance. Now what?
As the FAIR Plan writes more fire-insurance policies, homeowners complain about poor service, rising costs and threats of getting kicked off.
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What you need to know from the high-stakes U.S. Senate debate
The four leading candidates for Dianne Feinstein’s former U.S. Senate seat faced off for the first time Monday. Democrats Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam Schiff clashed over earmarks and the Gaza war, then ganged up on Republican Steve Garvey over his support for former President Donald Trump. But will the debate change the dynamics of the race before the March 5 primary?
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Nearly 500 CSUMB faculty and staff join historic Cal State labor walkout
After months of negotiations, university officials and the faculty union remain far apart on key contract terms. Cal State provided a 5% general raise; the union wants 12% this year.
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10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of January 19
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
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Dream for All: Down payment assistance for first-time California homebuyers relaunches with new lottery
A disproportionate share of down payment loans last year went to homebuyers who were white, non-Latino and living in Sacramento. This time, state officials hope a lottery will make it more equitable.
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10 Hot Jobs in Santa Cruz County: Week of January 12
Are you on the lookout for a new career path in Santa Cruz County? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of the top 10 Santa Cruz County job opportunities recently posted to our job board, spanning various industries and roles. Whether you’re a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or someone seeking a fresh start, Santa […]
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Parenting is one of the most difficult roles a person can take on. It can feel overwhelming, isolating and defeating. The Triple P program can help with parenting questions and worries, big or small.
