DOJ files two gun-law lawsuits
The Justice Department filed separate July 1 lawsuits against California and Virginia, challenging new firearms restrictions in both states. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/2394d5882e96b7d5980af714f1443d06))
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EOIR adds 39 immigration judges, 6 temporary judges as backlog stays above 3.49 million
United States Immigration Borders and Federal Courts – EOIR swore in 45 judges on June 17, spread across 15 states, as the immigration-court backlog remains under 3.49 million.
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BART parking cuts, shutdowns and TOD proposals hit Fremont Station
Fremont CA – BART is limiting parking and access at Fremont Station through February 2027, and five weekend shutdowns begin July 25-26 as the agency seeks proposals for east-lot redevelopment.
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Downtown Davis outdoor dining faces July 1 compliance deadline
Downtown Davis outdoor dining operators have a July 1 compliance deadline, with a Planning Commission hearing on related code changes set for July 8.
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Discovery Bay keeps Willow Lake under a harmful-algal-bloom caution
Discovery Bay’s HAB page lists a CAUTION advisory for Willow Lake. Here’s what to avoid for kids, pets, and anyone recreating nearby.
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Fontana sewer proposal would raise city charge $1.92 in year one
Fontana reviewed a sewer-rate proposal June 23 that would raise the city collection charge $1.92 a month in year one if the plan is adopted.
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San Diego Housing Authority creates $5.9M affordable housing preservation fund
San Diego’s Housing Authority approved a $5.9 million Neighborhood Enhancement Fee transfer to launch a fund aimed at keeping older apartments affordable.
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Stockton declares water emergency over golden mussels
Stockton says golden mussels have clogged Delta intake screens 30% to 40%, prompting an emergency declaration and $209,000 in cleanup.
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Los Angeles starts SB 79 rollout July 1, but impacts will vary
State SB 79 takes effect July 1, and Los Angeles has already adopted local phased and low-rise ordinances that will shape where the new rules apply.
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Anaheim, CA Weather Snapshot – July 1, 2026
11:57 PM · Wednesday, July 1, 2026 · Anaheim, CA: 66°F · Humidity 77% · Wind 4 mph
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Santa Ana cuts five commissions as Measure X debate continues
Santa Ana cut five advisory commissions while balancing its 2026-27 budget, and the looming Measure X sunset keeps the city’s next fiscal fight open.
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Bakersfield, CA Weather Snapshot – July 1, 2026
8:42 PM · Wednesday, July 1, 2026 · Bakersfield, CA: 91°F · Feels like 87°F · Humidity 14% · Wind 12 mph
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Vista City Council adopts new rules for internet/audio outages and remote speakers
Vista adopted an ordinance amending VMC Chapter 2.12 to require an announcement and brief recess if phone or audio/visual service fails.
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Sacramento County expands residential fee deferrals; ordinance returns July 14
Sacramento County supervisors approved a resolution expanding residential fee deferrals to all housing projects, with final ordinance review set for July 14.
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Fremont Blvd work still delays drivers and AC Transit riders
Fremont CA – The eastbound lane on Fremont Boulevard between Thornton Avenue and Bonde Way remains closed, and AC Transit has a stop detour nearby.
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Santa Clarita Transit adds contactless payments; fare caps need one method
Santa Clarita Transit riders can now tap credit cards and mobile wallets systemwide, but fare caps still require the same payment method.
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Fontana gets Clean California designation, $300,000 grant
Fontana won a Clean California designation and a $300,000 grant for downtown cleanup, beautification and part-time case-management jobs.
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San Diego council weighs rental fee caps, disclosure rules today
San Diego City Council hears a proposal today that could cap some rental add-on fees and require clearer up-front disclosure for apartment hunters.
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Stockton adopts facial-covering ordinance after yearlong debate
Stockton CA – The city council approved a facial-covering ordinance June 23. The rule targets identity-concealing masks used in threats, with clear exemptions.
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Sonora fireworks rules: Tuolumne County bans consumer fireworks before July Fourth
Tuolumne County bans safe and sane fireworks, CAL FIRE lists a burn suspension, and Calaveras County rules are different just over the line.
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Santa Ana hit-and-run arrest follows fatal bicyclist crash
A fatal Santa Ana bike hit-and-run at Standard and Warner led to an arrest after a 38-year-old Santa Ana man turned himself in, police said.
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Salinas approves two-year budget with Amazon revenue in the mix
Salinas approved a two-year budget before July 1, using projected Amazon revenue and fee choices while warning of longer-term Measure G risk.