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Inside look at LASD human trafficking taskforce in Compton
An LASD task force is looking to stop human trafficking after several communities across LA County have said it has plagued their neighborhoods for years. Camilla Rambaldi reports for the NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on Sept. 27, 2024.
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New California law increases penalty for soliciting minors to a felony crime
The penalty for soliciting and buying sex from minors under 16 will be raised to a felony under a new California law signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday.
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Gov. Newsom signs California legislation on oil and gas operations
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed three bills into law Wednesday aimed at reducing polluting oil and gas operations near schools and daycare centers in California.
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New California law limits smartphone use in schools
As concerns over social media, mental health and distraction in the classroom continue to grow, a new California law limits the use of smartphones during school hours. Michelle Valles reports for the NBC4 News at 5 a.m. on Sept. 24, 2024.
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Gov. Newsom vetoes bill that would have allowed undocumented students to work on campus
Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have allowed undocumented college students to work on campuses in California.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes undocumented student employment bill
Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have provided opportunities for undocumented students to work on their college campuses. Ted Chen reports for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024.
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Gov. Newsom signs bill banning the use of cellphones during school hours
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday signed a bill that restricts the use of smartphones on school campuses in California.
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California bans plastic grocery bags, effective Jan. 2026
Starting January 2026 shoppers will now just be asked if they want a paper bag at checkout. Michelle Valles reports for the NBC4 News at 6 a.m. on Sept. 23, 2024.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores
“Paper or plastic” will no longer be a choice at grocery store checkout lines in California under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. California had already banned thin plastic shopping bags at supermarkets and other stores, but shoppers can purchase bags made with thicker plastic that purportedly makes them reusable and recyclable. The new measure was approved by...
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Watch: Nearly all items locked up inside South LA Rite Aid store
As shoplifting and retail theft plagued Southern California businesses, two Rite Aid stores in Los Angeles are locking up nearly all products. Camilla Rambaldi reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. Sep. 18, 2024.
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Tired of retail theft, more Rite Aid stores in SoCal are locking up products
NBC Los Angeles learned even small items less than $10 are now under lock and key in some stores.
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Gov. Newsom threatens lawsuit over homeless shelter ban
The city of Norwalk will discuss the possibility of extending its ban on new homeless shelters and supportive housing. John Cádiz Klemack reports for the NBC4 News at 5 a.m. on Sept. 17, 2024.
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Newsom threatens lawsuit over Norwalk's homeless shelter ban
Gov. Gavin Newsom Monday threatened a possible lawsuit against the city of Norwalk, urging city officials to reverse its newly adopted moratorium on emergency shelters for the homeless as well as supportive and transitional housing. The Norwalk City Council had adopted the urgency ordinance on Aug. 6 to put a moratorium on a number of establishments, including emergency shelters, single-room…
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California Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency in several counties due to fires
As three major fires continue to burn in Southern California on Thursday, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for several counties in the area.
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Line Fire in San Bernardino County burns over 36,000 acres
The Line Fire has been burning for a week in San Bernardino County. Annette Arreola reports for the NBC4 News at 5 a.m. on Sept. 12, 2024.
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Newsom sending California National Guard to Line Fire
The Line Fire continued to grow in San Bernardino County, burning more than 23,000 acres. Christian Cázares reports for the NBC4 News at 3 p.m. on Monday, Sep. 9, 2024.
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California passes bill to ban student cellphone use at schools. Will Newsom sign it?
If passed school districts will have to adopt a policy by July 2026 to limit or ban the use of smartphones by students during the school day.
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New laws signed to combat smash-and-grabs, shoplifting across California. This is how they will work
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a bipartisan package of 10 bills that aims to crack down on smash-and-grab robberies and property crimes.
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Effort to remove homeless encampments in West LA
There’s a new push to clean up some of the homeless encampments on the west side of Los Angeles. Lauren Coronado reports for the NBC4 News at 4 a.m. on Aug. 5, 2024.
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Is it realistic to clear homeless encampments under Newsom's plans?
Some organizations in Los Angeles are concerned it may not be realistic to carry out the initiative. Tracey Leong reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024.