Sonoma Sheriff Smacked Down as Appeals Court Orders Secret Files Handed Over
A state appeals panel ordered the Sonoma sheriff’s office to comply with subpoenas from the county’s civilian watchdog, clearing a path for a sealed whistleblower probe. The decision leans on recent state rules that give watchdogs subpoena power while protecting sensitive records.
Newsom Clams Up On Kamala’s CHP Security Tab
The Newsom administration declined to disclose how much CHP protection for Kamala Harris' book tour is costing California taxpayers, saying the numbers are security‑sensitive. The CHP confirmed it has records but refused to release receipts under a legal exemption.












