Emily Hoeven

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Defund the police? Inside cities’ responses

California cities respond to calls to defund police as state lawmakers consider legislation to combat racism. What went wrong with pandemic prep deals.

By Emily Hoeven • June 10, 2020

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How California protests are making history

Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers to kneel at Capitol. Education officials release school-reopening guidelines. Budget fight over cuts for doctors.

By Emily Hoeven • June 9, 2020

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Amid protests, Newsom unveils action plan

Newsom unveils action plan to address police brutality. Most of California's economy on verge of reopening. Small business face tough times.

By Emily Hoeven • June 8, 2020

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California reckons with police violence

Tensions between protesters and police remain high in California. Protesters share their stories. Legislature tells ethics panel to back off.

By Emily Hoeven • June 5, 2020

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Many believe worst of pandemic yet to come

Newsom's approval hits record high amid response to coronavirus pandemic. George Floyd protests spread to richer, whiter communities.

By Emily Hoeven • June 4, 2020

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Affirmative action, reparations coming to CA?

George Floyd killing could spark policy changes in California. What you need to know about the California National Guard.

By Emily Hoeven • June 3, 2020

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Newsom has some big promises to keep

Newsom tells protesters that change is coming. Schools look for guidance, money to help with reopening. Protests shut down COVID-19 testing sites.

By Emily Hoeven • June 2, 2020

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Much of CA under curfew as unrest continues

State of emergency declared for Los Angeles County because of George Floyd protests. Proposition 13 initiatives qualifies for November ballot.

By Emily Hoeven • June 1, 2020

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As cases rise, some counties hit brakes

Good morning, California. It’s Friday, May 29. “We are walking into the unknown” As most California counties accelerate their reopening pace, some of the first to do so are now hitting the brakes or backpedaling as coronavirus cases mount — a potentially cautionary tale for the rest of the state as restrictions loosen. Sonoma County […]

By Emily Hoeven • May 29, 2020

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Inside schools’ strange likely new reality

California schools face big changes when they reopen. Investigation finds Bill Brough committed sexual harassment. Farmers grapple with pandemic impact.

By Emily Hoeven • May 28, 2020