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President Joe Biden tackles “epidemic” of gun violence with 6 actions; Governor Newsom funds $536 million for wildfire prevention ahead of fire season; Day 9 of ex-cop Derek Chauvin’s murder trial – April 8, 2021
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President Joe Biden announces actions to curb “epidemic” of gun violence. [1]
California Governor announces $536 billion for wildfire prevention ahead of fire season. [2]
California lawmakers propose ban on corporate campaign contributions for state candidates.
Day 9 of ex-cop, Derek Chauvin’s murder trial for death of George Floyd. [3]
Los Angeles to pay more than $1.6 million to settle lawsuits against two police shootings.
San Francisco hearing focuses on crimes and violence against Asian Americans.
California bill would decriminalize certain psychedelics.
Photo of San Francisco gun control rally by Natalie Chaney [4] on Unsplash. [5]
[1] https://kpfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/AANESTAD-ON-BIDEN-GUNS.mp3
[2] https://kpfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Governor-Newsom-Proposes-Emergency-Wildfire-Funding.mp3
[3] https://kpfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/MARTINEZ_Chauvin_Trial_9.mp3
[4] https://unsplash.com/@naaatsnaps?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText
[5] https://unsplash.com/collections/4261784/gun-control?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText