Vacaville Mulls Revenue Rescue Plan To Keep Cops Funded And Streets Repaired
City officials say Vacaville faces a roughly $9 million shortfall and are exploring a November 2026 ballot measure to protect public safety and repair streets. The city has already enacted about $9.2 million in cost cuts, including a hiring freeze.
SF Planning Big Shot Slapped With $12K Ethics Fine Over SOM Votes
San Francisco’s Ethics Commission fined Planning Commissioner Kathrin Moore $12,000 after finding she voted on projects tied to her former employer while receiving retirement payments. The panel called the failure to recuse a serious breach of conflict‑of‑interest rules.
Baltimore Juvenile Prosecutor Blasts State System Over Violent Youth Cases
Baltimore’s juvenile chief prosecutor told WBAL that DJS lacks the staff and programs to provide individualized treatment as lawmakers weigh changes to juvenile jurisdiction. Advocates point to a watchdog report showing unsafe conditions at youth centers.












