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One Big Beatiful Bill: Trump’s New Budget Law Marks a Setback for Health, Immigration, and the Environment
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” directs more funding to immigration enforcement while cutting investments in healthcare, clean energy, and social programs. Experts warn of long-term consequences. The past few months have continued to bring uncertainty to U.S. politics. Amid Independence Day celebrations, President Donald Trump signed a new budget law known as the “One…
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Petaluma Valley Hospital Nurses Protest Contract Violations
The workers accuse the hospital’s management, owned by Providence, of cutting shifts beyond what is allowed. The union has filed a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board. Nurses at Petaluma Valley Hospital held a protest today in response to alleged contract violations by hospital management. The demonstration was organized by the National Union…
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Sonoma State Receives $45 Million, but NCAA Sports Programs Remain Eliminated
The California university will not reinstate its athletic programs or fully reopen the eliminated degree programs, despite a major state budget infusion to address its financial crisis. Sonoma State University (SSU) has confirmed it will not bring back its athletic programs for the 2025–2026 academic year, despite receiving a one-time $45 million allocation from…
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Hospice Workers in Sonoma Call Two-Day Strike Over Partnership with Private Equity Firm
More than 100 Providence workers will launch their first-ever strike this Wednesday, opposing the transfer of operations to Compassus. The union fears a decline in care quality and increased workloads. For the first time, more than one hundred palliative care workers in Sonoma County will walk off the job for a 48-hour strike this…
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California Stands Up to Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Amid mass raids, hate crimes, and legal threats, California remains one of the strongest bulwarks against Donald Trump’s immigration agenda. Through court battles and state legislation, the state leads an unprecedented institutional and social resistance. Raids, Repression, and Covert Operations Amid mass immigration raids, hate crimes, and legal threats, California remains one of the…
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A State That Won’t Back Down: Education and Support for Immigrant Students in California
Amid rising fear and misinformation, state leaders emphasize that access to higher education and financial aid remains a guaranteed right for all Californians, regardless of immigration status. In a national climate marked by uncertainty, California’s education leaders have reaffirmed their unwavering support for immigrant, refugee, and undocumented students. At a recent press conference organized…
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Homelessness in Sonoma County Drops 23% Compared to Last Year
Officials credit the decline to the removal of large encampments and expanded housing options across Santa Rosa and surrounding areas. Sonoma County has seen a notable 23% drop in its homeless population, according to newly released figures. The data comes from the county’s annual “point-in-time” survey conducted in January, where volunteers and officials fanned…
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Cryptocurrencies Are Back: Soaring Gains, Latent Risks, and a New Wave of Scams
The crypto market is surging again in 2025, reviving hopes for financial inclusion while raising alarms about volatility and rising fraud. Experts urge immediate regulation and consumer education to protect the most vulnerable. The cryptocurrency boom is back. After a turbulent 2022 marked by historic crashes and financial scandals, the crypto market has regained…
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Spike in Overdose Deaths Triggers Health Alert in Sonoma County
A recent spike in overdose deaths, largely linked to fentanyl, has prompted authorities to issue a health alert and strengthen prevention efforts across the county.Authorities in Sonoma County have raised the alarm after 12 overdose deaths were reported within a two-week span—nearly the county’s usual monthly average. In response, local officials have issued a…
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El impuesto a las remesas: una amenaza directa al sustento de millones de familias migrantes
Expertos advierten que la propuesta de la administración Trump afectará a comunidades migrantes, economías vulnerables y podría empujar a millones a canales informales para enviar dinero a casa. En medio del extenso paquete presupuestario impulsado por el presidente Donald Trump y aprobado recientemente por la Cámara de Representantes, una propuesta ha encendido las alarmas…
