San Fransisco's proposed new basket ball stadium is currently under review as the cities planning commission takes public comment on the first draft of the projects environmental impact report. The stadium is planned to be ready for tip off in 2018, and proponents say the area will see a swell of new revenue as sporting events and concerts draw crowds to the areas local business. Opponents however argue that the stadium will add traffic to one of the cities most heavily congested areas thereby blocking access to USSF's Mission Bay hospital. Pacifica's Mike Kohn reports from San Fransisco City hall.

Juvenile Solitary Confinement Limits Approved by Assembly Committee

A bill to limit juvenile solitary confinement has passed out of its first Assembly committee on a party line vote. The measure would limit solitary confinement of juvenile offenders to no more than four hours, with a ban on solitary confinement for discipline, punishment, coercion or retaliation by staff. The measure has already passed out of the Senate and is now working its way through the Assembly. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

SF Housing Complex Fights Rent Increases

Lawyers representing the residents of the long-troubled Midtown Parks Apartments filed a petition with the San Francisco rent board today, asking for rent control for the building in response to impending rent hikes for many of the residents. Scott Baba filed this report.

Oil Spill Response Bill Passes Assembly Committee

An Assembly committee has passed a measure to strengthen California’s response to oil spills. One provision of the bill would ban chemical dispersants, controversial chemicals sometimes used to help break up oil slicks. Democrat Hannah-Beth Jackson says her SB 414 would make oil spill response faster, more effective, and more environmentally friendly. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

S.F. Pride March Celebrates, SCOTUS Ruling

From Chicago to Seattle to New York City, cities across the nation celebrated Friday's Supreme Court decision to legalize same-sex marriage. he mood was jubilant at the 45th Annual San Francisco Pride celebration, where an estimated hundred thousands of revelers joined in festivities, even as they reflected on the work ahead. In San Francisco, Lucy Kang has more.

Berkeley City Council Votes in Favor of Regulating Short Term Rentals

San Francisco-based, Airbnb, a multi-billion dollar international travel company that enables community residents to host travelers in their home for payment, is one step closer to being a legitimate business practice in the City of Berkeley. The city council unanimously voted to push forward short-term rental guidelines through the proper regulatory channels. The guidelines specify planning and housing conditions that were otherwise non-existent, making it unlawful for residents to operate short-term housing. The city’s escalating housing crisis was cited by supporters as a reason to regulate Airbnb activities, whereas others criticized the council for forming unnecessary legislation. Pacifica’s Saadia Malik reports.

Marriage Ruling Cheers SF Activists

Hundreds of same sex marriage supporters rallied at San Francisco City Hall to celebrate the US Supreme Court’s ruling in Obergefell vs. Hodges. They’re celebrating a long-fought victory for LGBT rights, but they say it’s only one step in an ongoing struggle. Christopher Martinez reports from San Francisco.

Transgender March in S.F.

San Francisco Pride weekend kicks off with this evening's Trans March, which started in 2004 to celebrate the transgender community. Lucy Kang has more from Dolores Park, San Francisco.

Vaccination Bill Passes Assembly

The state Assembly has approved a controversial bill to boost vaccination rates by ending “personal belief exemptions” for parents of school children. The measure has drawn heated opposition from some parents rights groups and people who claim vaccinations cause autism and other health problems. Supporters say vaccinations are safe, and want to close loopholes that leave pockets of unvaccinated children in some communities. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Possibly Harmful Chemicals Detected in Recycled Oil Wastewater Used on Crops

Recent testing by the State Water Quality Control Board revealed the presence of toxic chemicals in recycled oil wastewater used on 45,000 acres of Kern County farmland. Minute amounts of potentially harmful hydrocarbons, benzene and acetone were detected in the irrigation water. With surface water supplies at an all-time low, some Kern County farmers are using more recycled water. The Central Valley Regional Board does not consider it a public threat right now, and has a committee that includes food safety experts taking a closer look at the situation. Pacifica’s Vic Bedoian Reports from Fresno.

Balcony Collapse Could Lead to Criminal Charges

Prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into the Berkely apartment balcony collapse. Six students were killed -- five of them from Ireland. The collapse could lead to involuntary manslaughter charges. David landau reports from the office of Alameda Country District Attorney, Nancy O'Malley.

Coal Divestment Bill Passes Assembly Committee

A bill to make California’s public pension funds divest from the coal industry has passed its first big hurdle in the state Assembly. The measure is the first of its kind in the nation, calling on the nation’s largest public pension funds to drop investments in an industry linked to climate changing pollution. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Unions Join Fight Against "Monster in the Mission"

Unions, tenants, and politicians rallied at the San Fransisco sixteenth st BART station today before marching into the offices of the developer of what opponents are calling the "Monster in the Mission," a pair of ten-story condominium towers that would be the largest market rate development in the history of the Mission District. Advocates say, if built, the project will raise the average rent and displace low and middle class residents. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) joined anti-development organizers after developer Maximus replaced dozens of union service employees at its San Fransisco Parkmerced complex with non-benefited minimum wage workers. From San Fransisco Mike Kohn reports.

Richmond City Council Endorses Rent Control & Just Cause Evictions

Richmond City Council on June 23rd directed city staff to prepare a draft ordinance to be presented to the council at its July meeting which would establish rent control and just cause eviction regulations for the city.
The vote on the motion by Council member Jael Myrick was four to two with Council members Gayle McLaughlin, Eduardo Martinez, Jovanka Beckles and Myrick voting in favor and Council members Vinay Pimple and Mayor Tom Butt voting no. Council member Nathaniel Bates abstained. The vote climaxed a years-long campaign by the Richmond Progressive Alliance and other community groups to block impending gentrification, and preserve affordable housing. The night before the City Council vote, About 100 people crowded into the Nevin Community Center in Richmond June 22 to talk about bringing rent control and just cause eviction protections to renter households in Richmond, which has long been one of the most affordable towns in the inner East Bay Area. The meeting was sponsored by the Richmond Progressive Alliance and several other community groups including the Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment, and Service Employees Union Local 1021. Tom Herriman has this report:
Photo: Jesus and Tomasa Perez brought their kids Toni, Scarlett and Jesse to the Richmond city Council Meeting June 23rd for the rent control debate.

Accessing Education, Community Inclusion, a Challenge for Reentry Prisoners

Last November, California voters passed Proposition 47, lowering sentences for many nonviolent crimes. Now, the state is releasing large numbers of inmates--some of whom never expected to get out of prison. Moving back into civilian life is not always an easy transition. Pacifica’s Saadia Malik has more:

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Anti-Semitism Resolution Stirs Free-Speech Debate

A resolution condemning anti-Semitism and racism has passed its final committee vote in the Assembly. Supporters say it will help address a resurgence of anti-Semitism on college and university campuses. Critics say it would violate free speech and condemn criticism of Israel. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

San Fransisco Votes to Hire More Police

The San Fransisco Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to tie the number of police officers the city employs to the size of the population. Proponents of the resolution say that it will address an increase in property crimes experienced in recent years. Opponents however say that the size of a police force does not necessarily correlate with a drop in crime, but rather the San Fransisco police department needs to improve its officer training procedures. From San Fransisco city hall Pacifica's Mike Kohn files this report.

Racial Disparities Plague S.F. Criminal Justice System

A new study says African Americans in San Francisco are more likely to await trial behind bars and face harsher punishment once convicted than white San Franciscans. KPFA's Gabriela Castelan spoke to San Francisco public defender Jeff Adachi about the report by the re-entry council which Adachi chairs.

Supreme Court Kills Federal Raisin Marketing Order

The Supreme Court decided 8 to 1 in an announcement made Monday that a federal regulation designed to control the supply of raisins in the marketplace violates the Fifth Amendment. The high court decided that such a rule constitutes a federal taking of private property and that the owner – in this case the farmer - must be compensated fairly. The federal marketing order for raisins has been in place since 1949. The ruling could affect other crops as well. There are marketing orders for a wide variety of crops, but not all of them require farmers to set aside a part of their production. Vic Bedoian reports from Fresno.

Fast Track Trade Opponents Urge Feinstein Vote No

Labor, environmental, health and other advocates are calling on California senator Dianne Feinstein to vote no on fast track trade legislation. The controversial trade legislation will come up for a key vote in the US Senate Tuesday, the latest step in a convoluted struggle pitting organized labor and other activists against supporters of the so-called “free trade” legislation. Christopher Martinez reports from San Francisco.

Richmond Activists Urge Rent Control, Eviction Protection

The city of Richmond has long had some of the most affordable housing in the inner East Bay. But now the city is the latest front in the battle against gentrification and displacement. About 100 people crowded into the Nevin Community Center recently to talk about bring rent control and eviction protection to Richmond. Tom Herriman filed this report.

Obama Urges Gun Safety Laws at Mayors Conference

The US Conference of Mayors is meeting in San Francisco, where much of the mood has been set by the recent murders at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina. President Barak Obama spoke to the mayors, calling for continuing pressure on Congress and public opinion to push for measures where Congress has failed to act. Christopher Martinez reports from San Francisco.

Early Tuesday morning, a balcony in a Berkeley apartment complex collapsed, killing six students, and injuring seven more. While dry-rot was cited as a cause during initial speculations, the question remains as to why it may have occurred. The company that built the Library Gardens complex, Segue Constructions Incorporated, has paid millions in lawsuits since 2013 due to similar problems in balcony construction.

MCLAUGHLIN on Warrior's Parade

The Golden State Warriors celebrated their fourth NBA championship title today in the streets of Oakland, where they were met by crowds of adoring fans. But this may be one of the last times the beloved Warriors bring masses to Oakland, their home of 44 years, as ownership is pushing for a new stadium in San Francisco as early as 2018. Pacifica's Liam McLaughlin reports.

Santa Clara County Seeks More Funds to Save Mobile Home Park in Palo Alto

Residents of Palo Alto's only mobile home park are hoping Santa Clara County supervisors act on a request to set aside $6.5 million more to help a nonprofit purchase the land their homes are on. The land owners want to sell the land and it could become home to a luxury apartment complex. The low income, largely Latino residents of the mobile home park say they will not be able to find affordable housing that allows them to stay in Palo Alto if they are forced out.…Helen Higinio filed this report.

Activists Blast SF Jail Plan

A coalition of activists in San Francisco is calling on the city to drop plans to build a new $290 million dollar jail. They say the money would be better spent on services that keep people out of the criminal justice system. Members of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors held a hearing on the issue, but were not scheduled to vote on the jail plan. Opponents of the jail held a news conference shortly before the hearing. Christopher Martinez reports from San Francisco.

Santa Clara County Workers Vote for Strike Sanction

Service workers declare Santa Clara county in crisis. The current work contract with the county expires on Sunday and the union says that the county officials are failing to invest in vital public programs and its workers. Yesterday, the union voted to sanction a strike. Helen Higinio reports from San Jose.

Oakland Tenants take on SF Luxury Land Lord

Renters in Oakland have filed suit against their landlord Russell Flynn over systematic harassment designed to drive them from their rent controlled apartments. Flynn, a landlord of luxury apartments in San Fransisco Recently obtained the building at 1918 Lake Shore drive after a previous speculator failed to force out tenants paying below market rates. Now 16 of the buildings 36 tenants are claiming damages. The listed complaints include attempted wrongful eviction, invasion of privacy, and intentionally inflicting emotional distress. Pacifica's Mike Kohn reports from Lake Merritt in Oakland.

Nurse’s Sit-In Urges Valley Congressman Jim Costa to Change TPP Vote

A group of nurses staged a sit-in today at the Fresno office of Congressman Jim Costa. They were urging him change his position and vote ‘no’ on the Trans Pacifica Partnership. National Nurses United joined a few others in the lobby of Costa’s field office this morning during an unusual procedural maneuver by House leadership to delay a re-vote on the trade bill package until July 30th. TPP opponents want it to end now, thus are against a delayed vote, and wanted Costa to vote that way. The House did pass the resolution to delay the TPP vote and Costa was one of only 4 Democrats to vote for it. Vic Bedoian reports from Fresno.

Governor, Lawmakers Reach Budget Deal

Governor Jerry Brown and legislative leaders have reached an agreement on the state budget. The deal uses Brown’s more conservative revenue projections, but it also finds money to pay for some of the health and welfare programs dear to democratic lawmakers. It includes the state’s first tax credit for working poor families, as well as a first in the nation program to expand health care coverage for undocumented children. The budget also hikes spending on childcare, schools and universities. Christopher Martinez reports.

San Fransisco Surge in Owner Move-in Evictions

Housing organizations are reporting a rise in evictions where the landlord claims they are taking up residency in the unit. The rise in reported owner move-in evictions as they are called, included multiple notices filed by several landlords who have current legal action pending against them for allegedly employing 'strong-arm and unlawful tactics' in tenant eviction. In protest of what advocated refer to as an abuse of the law, San Fransisco families threatened with eviction rallied outside a building in the Castro where some tenants have been served with a 60 day notice to vacate for an owner move-in, even though there are empty units on the property. Pacifica's Mike Kohn reports.

Irish Students Dead in Berkeley Balcony Collapse

An apartment building balcony collapsed early his morning in Berkeley, killing six people and leaving seven others injured. The Irish prime minister said the dead were all Irish students who had been celebrating a friend's 21st birthday.

Democratic Lawmakers Pass Budget Bill

The Democrat-controlled state legislature has passed a budget bill, meeting today’s deadline to pass a balanced state budget. But the bill was passed without key agreement from Governor Jerry Brown, who says the state can’t afford legislative efforts to restore recent cuts to health and welfare programs. The vote sets the stage for more negotiations on the budget later this week. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Vigil for Demouria Hogg Honors Memory of First Person Fatally Shot by Oakland Police in Two Years

Hundreds of people gathered in Oakland on Friday to mourn the death of Demouria Hogg, the first person fatally shot by an officer of the Oakland Police Department since 2013. The vigil for the African-American father of three was staged amidst growing tensions nationwide between police departments and communities of color. Activists at the rally characterized Hogg's death as punishment for the crime of "sleeping while black" -- a statement about the double standards they see in the criminal justice system's treatment of African Americans. KPFA's Andrew Klein has the story.

Coho Salmon Face Devestation in Sonoma County

Due to the worst drought in California's history, Coho salmon who rely on the Russian River and its tributaries are dying at alarming rates. State agencies are considering restricting the amount of water that Sonoma's world-class vineyards are using, but critics argue that this isn't enough.

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House Votes No on Trade Deal

President Obama and the corporate interests behind the push for a new Trans-Pacific Trade Deal suffered a major defeat today when the House of Representatives failed to pass a high profile trade bill. Democrats voted to reject a key part of the legislation, meaning the entire measure can't advance to the White House. The White House and Republicans who back fast-track legislation described today's defeat as a temporary setback. Labor unions, consumer, and environmental groups had lobbied furiously to defeat the measure and they claimed victory.

Heat Rules Improved in Settlement between Farmworkers and Brown Administration

Farmworkers will be better protected from heat related illness as a result of the settlement of lawsuits brought by the United Farm Workers against the State Division of Occupational Safety and Health on behalf of two grape pickers who died from heat exhaustion. The settlement was announced in Fresno by the UFW, attorneys in the case, and family members of those impacted by heat illness. The lawsuits alleged that Cal/OSHA failed to effectively enforce heat safety laws passed in 2005. The settlement calls for Cal/OSHA to complete inspections more quickly, go after violators more aggressively, and work with the UFW to report and document heat rules violations. Cal/OSHA will also be subject to internal audits to make sure the agency is doing its job. Pacifica’s Vic Bedoian reports from Fresno.

Fast-Track Trade Bill Nears Vote in House

The House of Representatives is poised to vote on controversial legislation to “fast track” trade deals pushed by President Barack Obama. The legislation would limit Congress to voting yes or no on international trade deals, without the power to amend the agreements. The debate has put republican legislative leaders on the same side as Obama, opposing many democratic lawmakers who are siding with labor and environmental advocates. Christopher Martinez reports.

SCOTUS Marriage Equality Plantiff Visits San Fransisco

The united states supreme court will release a decision in the landmark marriage equality case of Obergefell vs. Hodges any day now. Its ruling expected to decide if all 50 states will be required to recognize same sex marriage. The main plaintiff in the case, Jim Obergefell is suing the state of Ohio for recognition of his Maryland same sex marriage on the death certificate of his late husband. The real estate agent from Cincinnati is now touring the country with the human rights campaign advocating for full LGBT equilty. He stopping yesterday at San Fransisco City hall. Pacifica's Mike Kohn filed this report.

Activists Press Forward on Airbnb Ballot Initiative

Housing activists in San Francisco say they have enough signatures to place an initiative on the city's ballot in November to reform the rules governing short-term housing rentals in the city like Airbnb. The purpose of the ballot initiative is to impose effective restrictions against the short-term rental business which activists contend has exacerbated the city's housing crisis. KPFA reporter David Landau reports.

Prop 13 Tax Change Targets Corporations

Two democratic state senators have introduced a bill to change California’s landmark Prop 13 property tax law. They want to close what they call a loophole that lets big corporations avoid paying their fair share of property taxes. The measure would tax corporate property at fair market rates, bringing in an estimated $9 billion a year for schools and local government programs. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Delta Advocates Take Legal Action Against the Feds and State Over Water Quality

Delta advocates are taking legal action against federal and state water agencies over the management of water quality standards in the Bay Delta. A coalition of environmental groups filed a complaint in federal court last week alleging the agencies violated numerous national and state environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act and the Delta Protection Act. The lawsuit was prompted by concerns expressed by fish biologists over the possible extinction of Salmon, Delta Smelt and other species in the near term. Delta groups blame drought related emergency measures taken by the State Water Board for putting Bay Delta species at risk. Pacifica’s Vic Bedoian reports from Fresno.

Childhood Vaccination Bill Passes Key Vote in Assembly Committee

An Assembly committee has passed a bill to end the “personal belief exemption” for childhood vaccinations for school children. The vote came after a lengthy hearing that drew hundreds of opponents worried about health complications from the vaccines. The marathon health committee hearing was the last step before a final vote of the full Assembly. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

The San Fransisco AirBnB debate continues

Two competing measures went before the San Fransisco Board of supervisors today to amend the cities short term rental law. Both bills, one from the mayors office with support from AirBnb, the other from Supervisor David Campos, would place more regulations on platforms such as AirBnb in an attempt to enforce their current laws. Instead of deciding on either bill, both sets of amendments were continued until next month. Pacifica's Mike Kohn reports.

Fast Track Opponent Urge Nancy Pelosi to Oppose Trade Bill

Some one hundred people demonstrated today in front of the federal building in San Francisco today to call on House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi to come out in opposition to president Obama's attempt to win trade promotion authority -- or TPA -- Fast Track Approval authority -- from the Congress -- for the trans-pacific partnership trade deal. Pacifica's Tom Herriman was there and filed this report.

Competing Short-Term Rental Legislations Up for Vote

On the eve of a San Francisco board of supervisors vote that could change the game for AIRBNB and other short term rental systems, supervisor David Campos joined housing activists to lobby for his proposed legislation that would put significant curbs on the practice. Scott Baba reports.

Planned Parenthood Action Backs Sex Education, Medi-Cal Restorations

Supporters of Planned Parenthood held a day of action at the state capitol, backing legislation to expand sex education and restore past cuts to the state’s Medi-Cal program. The event comes days after the anniversary of “Griswold vs Connecticut”, the landmark US Supreme Court decision 50 years ago that protected the right to birth control and helped pave the way for the legalization of abortion. Christopher Martinez files this report from Sacramento.

First Fatal Shooting by Oakland Police in Two Years

Oakland police shot and killed an unidentified man who was sleeping in his car Saturday morning. It was the first fatal shooting by Oakland police in two years. John Bannister reports.

Chairperson of the California Housing Finance Agency Evicts His Tenants

In Los Angeles, Matthew Jacobs, the chair of the California Housing Finance Agency, or CAL-HFA, is under scrutiny for evicting 17 units' worth of tenants from one of his own properties in West Hollywood. CAL-HFA is a state-appointed organization that is supposed to support affordable housing and help people stay in their homes. The “Coalition for Economic Survival,” a member group of “Tenants Together,” says the discrepancy between what Jacobs has been appointed to do in public and what he does do in private are irreconcilable and he should be removed from his position.

Rally Highlights Tale of Two Colleges

The commission responsible for accrediting California community colleges meets behind closed doors in Oakland today. The ACCJC may in the future be required to hold its meetings in public. The California Assembly approved a bill by San Francisco assembly member Phil Ting that would force open meetings and other reforms on the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Ting, students, faculty and other community activists rallied outside today's closed door meeting of the ACCJC. They charged the commission broke the law in its attempt to yank accreditation from City College of San Francisco while looking the other way as the situation at Heald Colleges deteriorated. It abruptly shut down in April stranding thousands of students. David Landau

Oakland Adopts Privacy Policy

Today marks the two year anniversary of the first revelations by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden. The ripple effects of his galvanizing disclosures were felt this week at the Oakland City Council. KPFA's John Banister has the story.

HIV Story Project Launches in San Fransisco

The HIV Story Project, which leads an effort to document and share the stories of those affected by the HIV epidemic, launched a new website in San Fransisco that aims to create a massive video archive of HIV stories. Pacifica's Liam McLaughlin reports

Senate Approves Aid in Dying Bill

The state Senate has approved “Aid in Dying” legislation that would let terminally ill patients get prescription drugs to end their lives. The controversial legislation passed out of the Senate after hours of often-passionate debate, with strong opposition from Republican lawmakers. The vote came weeks after the California Medical Association dropped its long-time opposition to the measure. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Coal Divestment, Climate Change Legislation Passes State Senate

The state Senate has approved a bill calling on the states’ massive investment funds to divest from the coal industry. The measure was part of an 11- bill package of legislation dealing with climate change, a package supporters call historic measures on environmental and energy standards to protect the environment and public health. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Childcare Bill Passes Hours after Civil Disobedience

The state Senate has approved a measure that would let family childcare providers unionize. The measure would also increase the number of childcare slots for children in extreme poverty. The vote came late Wednesday afternoon, after a childcare rally at the state capitol that included a civil disobedience action and 14 arrests. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.

Activists Target Central Valley Congressman Jim Costa on TPP Vote

Local labor and environmental advocates today held a demonstration at the Fresno headquarters of Democratic Congressman Jim Costa, who represents California’s 16th District. They’re pressing him to vote against fast-track authority for the controversial TPP trade agreement. The action is part of a National Call Day effort to organize voters to phone Congressional representatives urging them to reject the trade deal. Costa hasn’t announced which way he will go on the upcoming vote, but he has, in principle, expressed support for trade agreements and fast-track authority in the past. The 16th Congressional District includes urban areas and farmlands in Fresno, Madera and Merced counties. Pacifica’s Vic Bedoian reports from Fresno.

L.A. Police Commission Divided Over Body Cameras' Policies

While the Los Angeles Police Department prepares to roll out hundreds of body cameras later this year, some members of the city's civilian police commission say they aren't getting enough input on the policies that will govern their use. Many members of the panel complained that they were pressured earlier this year into adopting an initial set of policies that were presented to the board after department officials and the police officers' union had already agreed to the terms. Pacifica's Dan Fritz reports from Los Angeles.

The Fight for Affordable Housing in SF Continues

A proposed 45 day moratorium on the production of luxury housing failed to pass the San Fransisco Board of supervisors late last night despite 8 hours of testimony from hundreds of residents in favor of the ordinance. Activists and city officials are both now looking towards the next step in fighting rising rents and the displacement of local residents. Pacifica's Mike Kohn reports.

Oakland Tenants Force Postponement of Land Sale

The city of Oakland's plan to sell an empty lot to developer was delayed by the city council last night. The city-owned parcel on 12th street, east of Lake Merritt, was intended to be the future site of a 24-story, high-end apartment tower where monthly rents would go for more than $3,000. Cameron Jones has more.

SF Clergy Support Luxery Home Moratorium

As Part of the ongoing struggle for affordable housing, clergy gathered today at city hall with hundreds of residents to pray, sing, and plead with the city government to place a moratorium on luxury housing in the mission district. Pacifica’s Mike Kohn reports.

Immigrant Health Bill Passes Senate

The State Senate has approved a measure to expand health care for undocumented Californians. The “Health 4 All” Act by Democratic senator Ricardo Lara would expand the state’s Medi-Cal program for low-income Californians to include undocumented children. The bill would also let some adults qualify depending on funding in the state budget. The bill has been a top priority for immigrant rights and health care activists. Christopher Martinez reports from Sacramento.